Mr. Willie James Mathis

Johnston, SC- Funeral Services for Mr. Willie James Mathis will be held 1:00pm Saturday, May 18, 2024 at the Pine Hill Baptist Church where the Rev. Casey Duncan is Pastor and the Rev. Frank Nicholson will Officiating. Burial will follow in the Church cemetery. Viewing will be 11am-6pm Friday at the Amos & Sons Funeral Home, Johnston, SC.

Willie James Mathis (Will) entered into eternal rest Saturday, May 11, 2024 at home loved by his family.

Will was born in Edgefield County, SC on May 18, 1951. He was the son of the Late Charlie Jr. and Wilma Mathis.

Will was educated in the schools of Edgefield County. Following school he worked on the Clark Farm for many years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters, Shirley Mathis and Sarah Mathis.

Will leaves to love, honor and cherish his memories: two sisters, Virginia Mathis, Johnston, SC, and Charline Mathis, Washington, DC; eight brothers, David Mathis (Fannie), Joe R. Mathis, Joseph Mathis and Orlando Mathis all of Johnston, SC, Randy Mathis (Lulla) and Alvin Mathis (Josephine), both of Saluda, SC; John

Mathis, North Augusta, SC and Mark Mathis (Denise) , Atlanta, GA and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

Sister Annie Mae Hartley Bush

Johnston, SC- Graveside Services for Sister Annie Mae Hartley Bush will be held 11:00am Friday May 17, 2024 at the Sunset Gardens Memorial Park , Johnston, SC with the Elder Darrell Jones Officiating. Viewing will be 11am-6pm Thursday, May 16, 2024 at the Amos& Sons Funeral Home, Johnston, SC.

Annie Mae Hartley Bush was born August 10, 1929, the daughter of Lilia Hartley, in Augusta, GA. She was

called home to be with the Lord on May 11, 2024, at her residence in Johnston, SC loved by her family. Sharee said the last thing she did Saturday night was pray. Sharee also said she prayed out loud and told her she loved her.

At an early age, she moved to Johnston with family. She was educated through Edgefield County School System. She was united in holy matrimony to Thomas Bush.

She was blessed with ten children.

Sister Annie Mae Bush was a praying woman. She would start her day with prayer, scripture and a cup of

coffee and would end her day with scripture and prayer. She did not play. She was strong, dedicated mother and grandmother, independent and serious about the job of loving and supporting her family. She also took extreme pride in her home and yard. She would meticulously sweep her driveway, care for her flowers and plants and take care of her chickens and cats. She met no strangers.

Sister Annie was a hard worker. She worked for over 30years at Reigel Industries with a perfect attendance.

She was preceded in death by her mother, children, Ricky Bush. Lee Bush, Willie Bush and Carl Bush.

She leaves to love, honor and cherish her memories her children James Bush (Lois), Clary Bush (Rosa), Chuck Bush all of Johnston, SC, daughters, Daisy Harrington, Johnston, SC; Annie Bush, Trenton, SC and Tammy Bush, Johnston, SC; a sister, Daisy Corley, Johnston, SC; twenty-two grandchildren, and a host of

greatgrandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Mr. Ned West

Batesburg-Leesville, SC- Funeral Services for Mr. Ned West, Jr. will be held 3:00pm Friday, May 10, 2024, at the Chinquapin Baptist Church, Batesburg, SC. The Rev. Dr. James Ratliff, Sr. Pastor and the Rev. James Duncan, Officiating- the Interment will follow in the church Cemetery. Viewing will begin May 10, 2024, at Noon at Amos & Sons Funeral Home, Batesburg, SC. Masonic Rites will commence at 6:00pm Thursday at the Olive Branch Baptist Church.

.M R . NED WEST, J R., 88, was born April 12, 1936, to the late James “Jack” West and Nora Wise in Saluda County, South Carolina. He was educated at Saluda Monetta School. He received Christ at an early age at Poplar Branch Baptist Church and later united with Chinquapin Baptist Church where he continued to serve as a Deacon until his health began to fail. He entered into eternal peace on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at his home.

Mr. Ned was united in holy matrimony to the late Lorana J. West on July 30, 1955. This union produced six beautiful children. He was employed by Burlington industries, later moving on to Owens Corning Fiberglas. He also worked for Amos & Sons Funeral Home for many years and did security for Rawls Auto Auction. After retiring, he started his own scrap iron business. He was a member of Twin City Lodge No. 316 PM of Batesburg, South Carolina, Cairo Temple 125 HPP, Twin City Chapter No. 243, CC Johnson Consistory No. 136, 33˚ and a life member with the B -L Branch NAACP.

Those left to cherish his memories include: four daughters, Nora Bell West, Jannie Ruth Todman, Roberta (Jerome) Culbreath, all of Batesburg -Leesville, South Carolina and Nettie Lee Dozier of Bronx, New York; three sons, Elzie Lee (Katie) West of Lexington, South Carolina, Ned (Heidi) West, III of Peoria, Illinois and Timothy (Mary Ann) West of Batesburg -Leesville, South Carolina; four sisters, Barbara “Bobbie” Etheredge of Saluda, South Carolina, Mamie Sue Corley of Atlanta, Georgia, Mary Jones and Maggie West, both of Hackensack, New Jersey; one brother, Major “Tiny Boy” West of Saluda, South Carolina; five sisters -in -law, Minnie Meachem of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Carrie West and Charlotte West, both of Saluda, South Carolina, Dorothy West of Batesburg -Leesville, South Carolina and Betty Wise of Bronx, New York; a special niece and nephews, Barbara and Keith Landy of Batesburg -Leesville, South Carolina and Jimmy and Charlie Jay of San Antonio, Texas; affectionately called “Mom” by Ned, Mrs. Corine Johnson of Batesburg -Leesville, South Carolina; nineteen grandchildren, thirty -seven great -grandchildren, five great -great -grandchildren, other relatives and many sorrowing friends who will miss his knowledge and wisdom.

John Henry Mealing

Graniteville, SC- Funeral Services for Mr. John Henry Mealing will be held 1:00pm Friday, May 10, 2024, at the Mt. Olive Baptist Church , 3300 Martintown Road, Edgefield, SC. The Rev. Derra Ramsey is Pastor. Rev. Leroy Robertson is the Eulogist. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery.

John Henry Mealing was born the son of Jessie Mealing, Jr and Essie Lou Moore Mealing on July 22, 1951, in Edgefield, South Carolina. He was called home to be with the Lord on May 5, 2024, at his residence loved by his family in Graniteville, SC.

At an early age, he joined Mount Olive Baptist Church and was educated through Edgefield County School System.

John Henry loved life and people. But his boys were his heart. He bragged and loved on them in his own way. He was a funny person who kept you laughing. Along with the many laughs he was a hard worker. He worked for many years for J&J Logging. Just know he was loved and will definitely be missed.

John Henry was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and Essie Lou Mealing, four brothers, George Mealing, Willie Mealing, Raymond Mealing and Alfred Mealing.

Left to cherish his memories are children, Donelle Strom (Jean Jeffery), Aiken, SC and Lonelle Strom (Yolanda), North Augusta, SC; siblings, David Mealing, Florida, Jesse Mealing, Aiken, SC Albert Mealing, Pennsylvania, Roberta Lott (Edward), North Augusta, SC, Mary Alice Hunter, North Augusta, SC, Mattie Sanchez (Juan), Newberry, SC, Brenda Broadwater (Sam), North Augusta, SC, Eva Moore, Edgefield, SC and Joseph Mealing; eight grandchildren; a uncle, Warren Dozier, Alexandria, VA; and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends.

Ms. Robbin Monique Drumming

Trenton, SC- Funeral Services for Ms. Robbin Monique Drumming will be held 3:00pm Sunday , March 24, 2024 at the Shaws Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Michael Walker, Pastor. Rev. Annette Mathis Will be the Eulogist. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Viewing will begin 11:00am- 6:00pm Saturday, March 23, 2024 at the Amos & Sons Funeral Home.

Robin Monique Drumming was born to Robert and Lorine Simpkins Drumming on November 7, 1982, in Edgefield, South Carolina. She was called home to be with the Lord on March 20, 2024, at Piedmont

Augusta Hospital in Augusta, Georgia.

At an early age, she joined Shaws Creek Baptist Church and was educated through Edgefield County School System.

Robin loved life and people. While working at Amick Farms in Batesburg, South Carolina, she became a Shift Supervisor and was loved dearly by her co-workers and friends.

Left to cherish her memories are devoted parents Robert and Lorine (Trenton), a sister Angela (Trenton) a brother Orhroa Simpkins (Kisha) North Augusta, and a niece Adriana (Trenton). Two children of the home, Nelliana and Colby.

Grandparents the late (Willie R. Simpkins) (Corine) and the late Eddie and Inez Drumming. A host of uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends.

Mrs. Reba Gail Williams Walker

Johnston, SC- Funeral Services for Mrs. Reba Gail Williams Walker will be held 1:00pm Friday March 22, 2024 at the Simmon Ridge Baptist Church. with the Rev. Lonnie Jones, Eulogist.

Mrs. Reba W. Walker, 64, of 106 Robin Drive, Johnston, SC, went to be with our Lord on Friday, March 15, 2024.

Reba was born on September 28, 1959 in Peekskill, NY to the late J.W. and Mary J. Williams, who both preceded her in death.  Also preceding her in death were her sisters, Emily Edrington and Vickie Stewart.

Reba is survived by her husband, Reginald Walker of the home.  Sons, Cory Williams (LaSheryl) of Nashville, TN, Marcus Williams, Charlotte, NC, Reginald Walker, Jr. (Vickie), Steve Walker (Shay), Jerome Walker (Tiara) all of Johnston.  Daughters, Nikita Williams, Birmingham, AL, Cynthia Walker (Travis), Sonya Walker, Nikki Walker of Johnston, Regina Walker, Shelby, NC.  Also Ja'Nova Walker and Mason Leach who were raised in the home.

Sister, Ms. Terril C. Williams, Gaffney, SC and a host of grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

John Henry Butler

Johnston, SC - Funeral Services for Mr. John Henry Butler will be held 1:00pm Thursday, March 21, 2024 at the Bland Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Willie D. Abney, Pastor. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family request no viewing.

Mr. Butler was a retired veteran in the Army.

He is survived by a daughter, Kimya Hayes (Keith), two sons, Terrell Bailey and Roderick Butler(Rachel).

Ricky Martin, Jr.

Sumter, SC-Funeral Services for Mr. Ricky Martin Jr. will be held 2:00pm Saturday, March 16, 2024 at the Amos & Sons Funeral Home Chapel. Viewing will be 11:00am- 6:00pm Friday, March 15, 2024 at the Funeral Home..

He is survived by, children, Janiah Moore, Ricky Martin, III, Anyla Martin, and Rashard Martin, Rickeria Martin; his mother, Imogene Martin, Edgefield, SC , six siblings, Belinda Bethune(Preston), Alabama, Ashley Martin, Alabama, and Shannon Martin, Johnston, SC, Travis Martin, Terrence Martin and Brandon Martin all of Johnston, SC; a special friend, Kim Gilliam, Sumter, SC; aunts and uncle, Jacqueline Martin, Ella Adrena Martin (Cheyenne), Vivian Martin and Fred Martin all of Johnston, SC and a host of other relatives and friends.

Harry Brown

Johnston, SC- Memorial services for Mr. Harry Brown will be held 3:00pm Saturday , March 17, 2024 at the Chamber of Commerce in Johnston, SC. There will be no viewing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, JoAnne English, two sons, Robert and Melvin Dukes.

He is survived by a loving wife of 29+ years, Ella Mae Dukes, of the home, a daughter, Joyce Dukes, Panama City, FL, sons, Richard Dukes, Thomas Dukes and Charles Dukes all of Johnston, SC three brothers, Shelly Randolph (Joleen), Charles Randolph, and Charles Jenkins and a host of other relatives and friends.

George Dukes

Trenton, SC- Funeral Services for Mr. George Dukes will be held 2:00pm Sunday, March 17, 2024 at the Faith Outreach Apostolic Center, Ridge Spring, SC, with the Bishop Alvin Ligon, Jr. Pastor. The Pastor Keith Ligons will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Viewing will be 11:00am- 6:00pm Friday, March 15, 2024 at the Amos & Sons Funeral Home.

HE is survived by two children, Elka Weaver( Quincy) and Deleyonne Merriweather, Trenton, SC; his mother, Betty Jean Satterwhite Dukes, Edgefield, SC two brothers, Willie Dukes ( Erica), Edgefield, SC and Jerome Dukes, ( ) Johnston, SC, and a sister, Deloris Glover, Edgefield, SC; and a host of other relatives and friends.