Ms. Blanche Evelyn Davenport

Batesburg, SC - Homegoing Services for Ms. Blanche Evelyn Davenport, 76, will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 1:00 pm at the St. Mark Baptist Church, 337 Devil’s Backbone Rd, Leesville, SC, where Pastor Rev. Dr. Amos O. Harling, Jr., will officiate.

Visitation for Ms. Blanche Evelyn Davenport will be Sunday, November 23, 2025 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Amos & Sons Funeral Home, Batesburg-Leesville, SC.

Ms. Blanche Evelyn Davenport was born May 9, 1949. She departed this life on November 14, 2025.

Sister Daisy Corley

Johnston, SC- Graveside Services for Sister Daisy Corley will be 1:00pm Friday, November 21, 2025 at the Sunset Gardens Memorial Park. Elder Darrell Jones will Officiate.

Mr. Toni Mobley

Augusta, GA- Graveside Arrangements for Toni Andre Mobley will be 1:00pm Tuesday, 11/25/2025 at the Simmon Ridge Baptist Church with the Rev. Anthony Broadwater, Pastor and the Rev. Eugene Mobley, Eulogist. Viewing will be 2:00pm-6pm Monday at the Funeral Home. He transitioned on Monday, 11/17/2025 at his residence.

Toni Mobley was the youngest child born to the late JD Mobley, Jr. and the late Harriet Mobley. He was born December 26, 1972, in Greenwood, SC. He was proceeded in Death by his brother Donald West.

Toni was baptized at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Augusta, GA at an early age. He was educated in the Richmond County School System, a 1991 Graduate of Glenn Hills High School, he continued his post education at South Carolina State University and graduated in 1995. Toni was employed at Southeast QSR for several years.

Toni leaves to cherish his memory, sister: Carolyn (Dexter) Mitchell, Norfolk, VA. Brother: Juan (Rosalyn) Mobley, Augusta, GA. Four uncles: Eugene Mobley, Larry (Gwen) Mobley, Alonzo (Geraldine) Mobley, Bernard (Cynthia) Mobley, all of South Carolina. Three Aunts: Maleria (Melvin) Childs, Cynthia Wallace, Marilyn (Roy) Barnes, all of South Carolina, Gwen (Darryl) Fontenot of Hephzibah, GA. Four nieces, one Nephew, and a host of cousins, relatives, and friends. A Devoted friend and assistant Darryl Cummings.

Elder Tony Lee Alford

Johnston, SC - Graveside services for Elder Tony Lee Alford will be at 4:00 pm on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at the Piney Grove Holiness Church, 245 Faulkner Mountain Rd., Edgefield, SC 29824. Pastor Brewer will officiate.

Elder Tony Lee Alford was born on December 26, 1953, in North Carolina. In 1987, Elder Alford heard about a revival in Augusta, GA. After hearing the gospel being preached, he walked out to be baptized and became a member of The Pentecostal Church of God in Johnston, SC. A year later, in 1988, Elder Alford was united in matrimony to Sister Dorothy Jean Padgett-Alford.

Elder Alford was a faithful member and dedicated servant. He served as the president of the YPU Department and as a Bible School teacher. He loved the Lord and God’s people and continued to encourage many, both young and old, on his job and in his neighborhood.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Sister Dorothy Jean, in 2003. He leaves behind children: Mongo Wilson, Toni Alford, Gunther Tataina Alford, Latonya Alford, and Naomi Alford; grandchildren and great grands; as well as family, loved ones, and saints. He will truly be missed.

Ms. Johnnie Mae Herrin

Beech Island, SC- Funeral Services for Ms. Johnnie Mae Herrin will be 1:00PM Saturday at the Amos & Sons Funeral Home Chapel, Johnston. The Rev. Lesa Herrin will officiate and the Rev. Regina Herrin will be the Eulogist. Viewing will be 11 am -4PM Friday.

Mr. Roger "Pop" Richardson

Johnston, SC- Funeral Services for Mr. Roger “Pop” Richardson will be 1:00 PM ,Thursday at the Rosa Spring Baptist Church . The pastor is Rev. Winston Oliphant and the Officiant for the services will be Rev. T J Conley. Interment will follow in the Coleman Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery. Viewing will be 11-6PM Wednesday at the Amos & Sons Funeral Home.

Roger also known as “Pop” Richardson was born February 2, 1967, in Aiken County, South Carolina, to the late Mr. Scott Richardson, Sr. and Mrs. Bertha Richardson. He was the youngest of nine children.

Pop received his education from the Edgefield County Public schools. Pop was known for his bright spirit that lit up the streets of Johnston and his love for people and of little Debbie cakes. He knew no strangers and found joy in everyone he met. He spent his time here on earth, helping others any way he could, singing, bringing joy, and smiles to everyone’s heart he touched.

In addition to his beloved parents, he was also preceded in death by his eldest brother Scott Richardson, Jr.

Pop loved his family and friends. Those left behind to cherish his memories include: Three sisters; Louise

(Willie)Williams, Lucille Richardson, Brenda (Mack) Pressley,

III. Four brothers; Bobby Richardson, Johnny (the late Patricia) Richardson, Jerry Richardson and Horace (the late Sally) Richardson; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, and sorrowing friends.

Roger was called to rest on the morning of November 6, 2025, at the family home.

Mrs. Sallie Ann Corley Pue

Homegoing Services for Mrs. Sallie Ann Corley Pue will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 11:00 am at the Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 258 Line Street, Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina, where Reverend Ronnie Peterson is the officiating pastor.

On Monday, November 3, 2025, Sallie Ann Corley Pue answered the call of our Lord and Savior, entering eternal rest at a specialty care hospital in Augusta, Georgia.  

Sallie Ann was born August 17, 1945, in Lexington County to the late Floyd and Willette Clark Corley. She was preceded in death by siblings, William, John Phillip, Marion, Willie Henry, and Floyd Corley Jr., Doris Ann Corley, Sara Mae Corley Quattlebaum and Bessie Corley Jackson.  

At a very young age, Sallie Ann accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior.  She joined Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church where she was a member of the Floral Club.  She was a graduate of Twin City High School and a member of the Twin City High School Alumni Association.  She was a member of the Twin City Chapter #243, Order of Eastern Star.   

Sallie Ann married George Pue, Sr. in 1967 and moved to New Haven, Connecticut. She became a member of Faith Baptist Church and was a member of the choir.  Sallie Ann was employed at the VA Hospital in West Haven, Connecticut for 37 years. She retired in 2007 and returned to Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina in 2008. 

Sallie was a dedicated servant in the Lord’s house and willing to help in any way she could. She enjoyed traveling, dancing, cooking, talking, and spending time with family and friends. 

She leaves behind to celebrate her life and cherish her memories: her husband of 58 years, George Pue, Sr. of the home; three sons, George Pue, Jr. and Derrick Pue, both of Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina, Terry Pue of New Haven, Connecticut and one daughter, Wendy Pue (Joseph Jr.) Hawkins of Augusta, Georgia; twenty-one grandchildren, two nephews and three nieces that were raised in the home, John P. (Joyce) Corley, Jr. of New Haven, Connecticut and Bobby Corley Gantt of Maryland; Gabriela, Patricia, and Gail; three brothers-in-law, three sisters-in-law and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Mr. Rakeem "Duke" Deshaun West

Homegoing Services for Mr. Rakeem Deshaun West will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the New Fellowship PH Church, 402 Highland Avenue, Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina, where Pastor Ricky Long officiated.

Rakeem Deshaun West, 35, son of Timothy and Mary Ann West, was born June 27,1990 at Lexington County Hospital in Lexington, SC. He departed his earthly life to receive his heavenly crown on Wednesday, October 29,2025 at Prisma Health Richland, Columbia, SC.

Rakeem was a joyful and lively soul, bringing smiles to all that were in his presence. No one was a stranger. He was a devoted and loving father to all his children. All that knew him knew he was a protector of his family.

Rakeem received his education from the Batesburg-Leesville School System. He will be dearly missed by all of his friends and loved ones.  

Those left to cherish his memories are:  his parents, Timothy and Mary Ann West of the home; sister, Venesha West of Batesburg-Leesville, SC; eight children, Jaliah Abney-Green of Saluda, SC, Braylan Davis, Jada Reed, Elijah Williams, Royalty West, Kaycen West, Kylan West and DeVeha West, all of the home; a devoted loved one, Jessica Jeffery; two nephews, Tamarion West and Amare Odom, both of Batesburg-Leesville, SC; a niece, Ma’Kylah Merriweather of Batesburg-Leesville, SC; seven aunts, Nora Bell West, Janie Ruth Todman and Roberta (Jerome) Culbreath, all of Batesburg-Leesville, SC, Thelma Daniels and Tina Daniels, both of Monetta, SC, and Lillie Mae Jones of Aiken, SC; five uncles, Elzie (Katie) West of Lexington, SC, Ned (Heidi) West, Jr. of Illinois, Eddie (Lachelle) Daniels of Saluda, SC, Lee Daniels and Bernard Daniels, both of Monetta, SC; special cousin, Jalessa West of Columbia, SC. and a host of other sorrowful cousins, friends and loved ones that will all cherish their special memories.   

Ms. Rosa Weaver

Johnston, SC- Funeral Services for Ms. Rosa Weaver will be held 2:00pm Saturday, November 1, 2025 at the Amos & Sons Funeral Home, Johnston, SC. The Rev. Larry Raiford will be the Eulogist. Interment will follow in the Sunset Garden Memorial Park.

Ms. Rosa Weaver, 68, of Edgefield County, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 27, 2025. Born on August 4, 1957, in Edgefield County, Rosa was a lifelong resident of the community she held dear and received her education through Edgefield County Schools.

Rosa found joy in the simple pleasures of life, especially fishing and spending time outdoors. She possessed a creative and artistic spirit that enriched the lives of those around her and left a lasting impression on all who knew her.

Rosa was preceded in death by her loving parents, Willie Clarence Weaver and Mary Jamison Weaver; her sister, Mary Ann Weaver; and her brother-in- law, Bobbie Dublin Sr.

She leaves behind a legacy of love through her devoted daughter, Towanna (Avery) Thomas of Johnston, SC; three cherished grandchildren, Tierra Hill, Timothy Hill Jr., and Treshawn Clarke, all of Johnston, SC; two precious great-grandchildren, Keoni Hill of Edgefield, SC, and Legend Charlton of Johnston, SC; four sisters, Patricia (Bobbie) Dublin, Willie Mae Weaver,

Essie (Jerry) Dublin, and Mary Ella Dublin, all of Johnston, SC; two brothers, Clarence (Angela) Weaver and Marion Weaver, both of Johnston SC; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members who will forever treasure her memory.

Mr. Ricky Washington

Johnston, SC- Memorial Services for Mr. Ricky Darnell Washington were held 1:00pm Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at the Amos & Sons Funeral Home.

Mr. Ricky Darnell Washington was born July 10, 1964, in Edgefield County.

He was the son of Floyd Washington, Sr., and ZulaMae Ellison Washington. He departed this earthly life at his Aiken County residence on October 24, 2025.

Ricky was educated in the Edgefield County School System. He was a 1983 Graduate of the StromThurmond High School. Following school, he explored several forms of employment. He settled as a Truck Driver at one point.

He was loved and will be missed by a Dear Devoted Partner, Ms. Cynthia Key, daughter, Riccayla Darnee Washington Anderson, Johnston, SC, son, Riczaeious Darnell Washington, Edgefield, SC, siblings, Floyd (Marie) Washington, Jr., Johnston, SC, Arthur (Francis) Washington, Aiken, SC, Glennada B. Figueroa, Montgomery, Alabama, Annette (Burry) Pough, Augusta, GA, Johnny K. Washington, Beach Island, SC, Brendhilda Washington, Edgefield, SC, aunts, Mrs, Carolyn Watts, Martin, SC, Mrs. Dorothy Gilchrist, Augusta, GA, a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.