All Obituaries

Ronnie Gene Mims, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2024, in the same Berkeley County where he was born on December 9, 1948. As a proud veteran and the respected former owner of Berkeley Prosthetic Laboratory, Ronnie dedicated his life to serving both his country and community. He was the son of Jim and Alice Hardy Mims, both of whom preceded him in death, along with his brother, Danny Mims. Ronnie's legacy of love and steadfastness...

67 year old Attorney George Benjamin Bishop, Jr., of Pinopolis, SC, passed away at his home on Sunday, April 7, 2024.  He was predeceased by his father, Attorney, George Benjamin Bishop and his mother, Elliott Williams Bishop of Pinopolis, SC.  George is survived by his wife, Jennifer Brown Bishop; daughter Lisa Bishop Johnson, husband Ashley of Moncks Corner and granddaughter, Autumn Wrenn Johnson; son, George Benjamin Bishop III, wife Abby, grandson George Benjamin Bishop IV and...

Robert Vander Mixon Sr., affectionately known as Vander to his loved ones, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2024, in North Charleston, South Carolina. His life began in Lancaster, S.C., on September 15, 1942, born to the late James Robert Mixon and Nettie Stacks Mixon.  Vander's life was marked by dedication and service, which began from his decision to enlist in the Marine Corps immediately after graduating from Greeleyville High School. He proudly wore his country's uniform...

Kenneth "Ken" Deese, 66, of Cross, S.C., passed away peacefully on March 28, 2024. Born on January 3, 1958, in Laurinburg, N.C., he was the beloved son of the late Neal Archie Deese and Mildred Bullard Deese. Ken dedicated over four decades of his life to serving his community as an EMT and firefighter, working within both Eadytown and Cross Fire Departments, a testament to his unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of others. A family man at heart, Ken is survived by...

Barbara Jean Rhodes Barnola, affectionately known as Barbara Jean, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2024, in St. Stephen, South Carolina. Born on March 5, 1965, to Edward Leon Rhodes and Joan Davis. Her father, Edward, predeceased her, but she is survived by her mother Joan Davis Wilson, her devoted husband Richard D. Barnola, and her three proud sons, Josh, Allen, and Brandon Dewease. Barbara Jean was also a cherished sister to Edward Rhodes. A kind, thoughtful, and creative soul,...

Vivian Jane Wiley Fairchild, affectionately known as Jane, peacefully passed away on March 11, 2024, in her hometown of Moncks Corner, where she was also born on September 21, 1940, to her loving parents, Steven Harvey Wiley Sr. and Tula Baker Wiley. Jane's life was one of unwavering dedication to her family and work. She became a cherished member of the Berkeley Manufacturing team where she worked diligently for over 20 years. Later, Jane brought her commitment and enthusiasm to Subway,...

Brother Kyle Berceau OCSO, died on March 5, 2024, of cancer that developed after a successful liver transplant in December 2023. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Abbey Church Thursday, March 7, at 2 p.m. and is open to the public. Brother Kyle endured heroically 15 years of medical emergencies from an autoimmune colon and liver illness that compromised his health in numerous ways.  He was born on March 16,1990 in Evanston, Illinois. Gratefully, Kyle entered our...

Clarice McCutchen Mercer, lovingly known as Clarice, passed away on March 4, 2024, at the age of 79 in Charleston, S.C. She was born on January 29, 1945, in Kingstree, S.C., a daughter of James Willard and Mildred McClary McCutchen. She was the widow of Blakeley Durant Mercer, to whom she was married for 57 years. Clarice's life was enriched by her devoted children, Angelia Mercer Baker and her husband, Bob, and Jeffrey Blakeley Mercer and his wife, Crystal. She was also the sister to...

  Rosa Elliott Williams Bishop, 93, of Pinopolis, South Carolina, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, March 3, 2024.  She was predeceased by her husband, attorney George B. Bishop.  She is survived by her four children:  Elliott B. West, husband Hal; George B. Bishop, wife Jennifer; Martha B. Pitman, husband Peter; and Dennis C. Bishop.   Born July 11, 1930, Elliott was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Walter Williams of Johns Island.  She...