Ms. Mary Lou Williams, 86

Ms. Mary Lou Williams, 86, 210 Dawkins Rd. Blair, SC departed this life on April 24, 2015.She is survived by her children: Desmond and Nicole Williams of Bronx NY, David (Rosalyn) Williams, of the home and seven grandchildren. A memorial Service will be held Thursday April 30, 2015 at Spiritual Way Church of Christ, 2083 Syrup Mill Rd of Ridgeway SC. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Russell-McCutchen Funeral Home.

Mrs.Lilly Mae Douglas, 80

Lilly Mae Wadlington, better known to most as Mae was born May 19, 1934, in Blair, S.C. On April 21, 2015, God wrapped his arms around Mae and lifted her to rest from the Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, MI. leaving an unfillable void in many lives.

Lilly Mae Wadlington,was born to the late Ruben Eddie Martin and Mary Jane (Boykin)Morgan.  She attended the Fairfield County Public School System and accepted Christ at an early age at The Gethsemane Baptist Church in Blair, SC. Lilly enjoyed speaking about happy childhood memories with her siblings, Sadie Robinson (preceded her in death), Morris Morgan and cousin, Thomas Wadlington (preceded her in death).

In 1951 Lilly Mae Douglas married Robert Lee Douglas (preceded her death) in South Carolina and 4 children were born to this union, Mattie, Blossom, Robert Jr. (preceded her in death), and Elbert. In 1952 Robert migrated to Detroit, Mi for employment opportunities where Lilly later followed. From this union Lilly accepted and became a part of an extended new family and created special bonds with, Lillie Mae Wallington, Willie and Laura Young, Celeste and Ira Goodwin, Eddie Mae Walton and a host of other family members.

A consummate mother and homemaker, Lilly was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing meals for her family and friends.  She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.  She enjoyed shopping. She was well known for her beautiful suits and hats. Lilly was an advocate and supporter of her Woodbridge Community where she lived, serving on the Woodbridge Counsel and volunteering at the 3^rd Precinct Police department for many years, where she met and made incredible friends (Rudell, Mary, Mr. Crume and Bill Sledge). Lilly also enjoyed playing cards with her family and close friends (Mary). Lilly mostly enjoyed traveling back to her hometown of Blair, SC. Whenever the opportunity presented.

Lilly Douglas leaves to cherish in loving memories, 3 children Mattie Begley of Milan, Mi. Blossom (Joys) King, Elbert (Denise) Douglas both of Detroit, Mi. and daughter in law Patricia Douglas of Detroit, Mi.One Brother Morris (Connie) Morgan of Columbia, S.C ,One sister Eddie Mae Wilson of Jenkinsville, S.C., One sister in law Floree Rickets of Philadelphia, P.A. One Aunt Catherine Mills of Jenkinsville, S.C.,20 Grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be Friday May 1, 2015 at 2:00pm Gethsemane Baptist Church. Visitation Will be Thursday April 30, 2015 from 12-7pm at Russell McCutchen Funeral Home.

Mrs. Cora Lee Adams, 83

 Mrs. Cora Lee Adams 83, 338 South All Rd. W. Cola died Mon. April 6, 2015.She leaves to cherish her memories a devoted niece and caregiver Portia Seibles and “Her Boys” Vershawn Foster, Tymetruis Kelly and Daric Peay Jr. 1 grandson: Michael Jones: 4 great-grands.1 sister Mary L. Harris: 2 brothers: Joe L. Robinson, and John H. Robinson.  A special niece  Denise Kennedy, and a special nephew John Robinson. A host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held Fri. April 10, 2015 @ 2:00pm (1:00pm viewing) at Russell-McCutchen Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held Thurs. April 9, 2015 from 12:00-7:00pm at the Russell-McCutchen Funeral Home.

Thelma Reid, 44

 Thelma M. Reid, 44, 74 Chinook Dr. Blair, SC, entered into eternal rest on Friday April 3, 2015 at Levine and Dickson Hospice Center, Huntersville, NC.  She bid this earthly life farewell to start her heavenly journey.  She was born in Fairfield County on Oct. 3, 1970; she was the daughter of Mr. Jessie Woodward and the late Jessie M. Feaster. She was a member of Hassion Hill Baptist Church.  She was educated in the public schools of Fairfield County and graduated from Fairfield Central High School. Celebrating the victory of life over death are Thelma’s father, Jessie; three sisters, Bobbie Feaster, Jerrie (Willie) Charles, both of Blair, SC; and Jessie (Marcus) Wilson, of Jackson, Mississippi, five Aunts; Cora Feaster, Ruby Jackson, Dorothy Hopkins, Bessie Feaster, and Mattie Feaster; two uncles; Glenn Woodard, and Clarence Robinson,  and a host of other relatives and friends. 

Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 9, 2015 at 2:00PM (1:00PM viewing) at the Hassion Hill Baptist Church, Blair, SC.  Visitation and viewing will be Wednesday, April 8^th 1:00pm until 8:00pm at the Russell-McCutchen Funeral Home.  Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.russellmccutchen.net.