OBITUARIES
Local obituaries for Amos And Sons Funeral Homes
mac Picken
Sep 1, 2026
Mac Pickens, was born on October 4, 1942, in Edgefield, SC, to the late Jim Pickens and Ella Richardson Pickens. He departed his life on September 1, 2026, at Edgefield Post Acute in Edgefield, SC, after a sudden, brief illness.
He attended Schools in the Edgefield County School System, and was a member of the Mt. Olive Baptist Church.
Mack was a...
Lilly Ivey-Bussey
Aug 31, 2026
Lilly Bell Ivy was born on July 21, 1970, in York, Pennsylvania. She is the daughter of Maybell Jones and the late Henry Ivy. "Lilly Bell" entered eternal rest on August 31, 2026, at Wellstar Medical Hospital in Augusta, GA.
Lilly was a proud graduate of Strom Thurmond High School Rebels, Class of 1989. Lilly later made North Augusta, South Carolina,...
John Lewis Gilchrist
Aug 28, 2026
John Lewis Gilchrist was born August 9, 1946. He was the son of the late Thomas Gilchrist and Amanda Wash Gilchrist of Johnston, SC. He entered into holy rest on August28, 2026 after an extended illness at the Edgefield Post Acute, Edgefield, SC.
At an early age he accepted Christ as Lord and Savior of his life and joined China Grove...
Deborie Hammond
Aug 21, 2026
Deborie E. Hammond was born August 14, 1958 the daughter of the late Samuel and Delphine Kenner Hammond.
She was a native of New York. She was baptized at an early age at Community Baptist Church in Queens NY. She entered into eternal rest on August 22, 2026 after a prolong battle with an illness surrounded by her immediate family.
Deborie was...
Willette Foulks
Aug 15, 2026
Willette Foulks, who was born in Saluda County on April 25, 1932, passed away on August 15, 2026.
Willette will be remembered as a woman whose life touched those around her in meaningful ways. She worked at Padgett Poultry. Her long life spanned many decades, and her memory remains with those who knew and loved her.
She was preceded in death by...
Randolph Upson
Aug 15, 2026
Randolph Upson, affectionately known as “Bob” to many, was born on October 28, 1952, in Edgefield, SC, to the late Albert Upson Jr and Fannie Mae Lee. He departed his life on August 15, 2026, at Self Regional Hospital in Greenwood, SC, after a sudden, brief illness.
He attended Strom Thurmond High School in Johnston, SC, and was a member of...
Jermaine Nelson Culbreath
Aug 1, 2026
Mr. Jermaine Nelson Culbreath was born November 15, 1980, in Greenwood, SC. He departed this earthly life in Aiken County, SC on July 19, 2026.
Jermaine was the son of Richard Nelson Key and the late Josephine Culbreath. He was educated in the School System of Edgefield and Aiken County, SC.
He was employed at different times with Amick Farms and Carslile...
Lynette Darby McDaniel
Jul 29, 2026
Lynette Darby-McDaniel
June 25, 1959 to July 29, 2026
She is preceded in death by Her mother Alberta Jackson Darby and father Solomon Darby. And beloved Sister Cora Brown aka Sissy, She leave behind a husband of 35 years Mr. James McDaniel. Sr. Son Rev. James McDaniel and stepson Billy D. Clark. Her nephews Clifton, Terrance and Eric Brown and her niece...
James Ellis
Jul 24, 2026
Mr. James Ellis Jr. was born February 15, 1963, in Athens, GA. He was the son of the late James Ellis, Sr., and the late Gladys Muckle Ellis.
He departed this earthly life at the Wellstar- MCG in Augusta, Georgia on July 24, 2026.
James was educated in the School System of Athens, GA.
He was employed as a Machine Operator at Ridge...
Lucille Richardson
Jul 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life lived, that we announce the passing of our beloved Aunt, Sister and Church member, Lucille Richardson.
Lucille was a woman of unwavering faith; She walked through life anchored by her deep trust in God. She severed as a light and a gentle witness to all that knew her. She was...
Frederick Donnell Williams
Jun 29, 2026
It is with sympathy, Amos & Sons announces the transition of Mr. Frederick Donnell Williams who entered into eternal rest June 29, 2026.
Announcements will be announced at a later date.
George Keati Buchanan
Jun 27, 2026
Mr. George Keati Buchanan son of the late George Padgett and the late Sherby Buchanan was born October 23, 1974. At an early age "Keati moved to Johnston with his beloved grandmother (the late Annie Padgett- Ma Padgett).
Keati was a Strom Thurmond High graduate. He also served in the Army for several years and worked both in textile and as...
Gloria Jones
Jun 23, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the life of Gloria Jones, a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend whose love and presence touched countless lives.
Gloria was the heart of her family. She loved her family without condition, always putting their needs before her own. Protective, supportive, and dependable, she was the person everyone could...
Irene Williams Simpkins
Jun 14, 2026
Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Irene W. Simpkins wife of David Simpkins. She quietly passed away in Augusta at the Pruitt Health facility following a brief illness.
Mrs. Irene Jones Simpkins entered into eternal rest on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 6:30 a.m. while residing at PruittHealth in Augusta, Georgia. After a period of declining health in early 2026, the Lord gently...
Mr. Harold Jeffery Jackson
Jun 13, 2026
Trenton, SC- Mr. Harold Jeffery Jackson . He transitioned Saturday June 13, at his residence.
Brother Harold Jeffery Jackson was born April 8, 1955 to the late Elijah Jackson Jr. and Mary Alice Jackson of Johnston, SC. He was beloved and honored by many as a man of strength. He entered holy rest on June 13, 2026.
At an early age he...

