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South Carolina Obituaries
SOUTH CAROLINA OBITUARIES OF ALFORDS
AND SPELLING VARIATIONS
Obituaries are listed alphabetically by FIRST name. Included are people whose last name, maiden name, or married name is Alford or a spelling variation: Alfred, Alvord, Allford, Halford, Hallford, Holford, etc.
The name of the newspaper (or other source) and place and date of publication follow the name of the deceased. If we included the obituary in AAFA ACTION, the issue is noted.
The Alford American Family Association (AAFA) often adds notes to each obituary, including Social Security Death Index (SSDI) data, relationship of the deceased to other Alfords, and lineages. We add to AAFA NOTES as time permits.
Where lineages are included (Alford unless otherwise stated), the format is: Name, year of birth, state or country of birth.
Obituaries of AAFA members and sometimes their spouses are also included on AAFA Member Memorials and may include more information.
We welcome corrections and additional information. If you have an obituary from this state that is not included here, please share it with us!
Date posted: 20 June 2020
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The families of many of the subjects of these South Carolina obituaries are represented in AAFA Alford Genealogies published on this website, where we are referring readers for more information.
*AAFA’s Online Published Genealogies:
1. Descendants of William Alford of Horry Co., SC, b. about 1760 (DNA Group 1)
See also “Smith / Race Genealogy,” with extensive notes and photos, of Wade Smith Jr., son of Wade Smith and Lovinia Alford (Joseph Valine 1908 SC2, Joseph Preston 1877 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7).
2. Descendants of Arthur Alford & Clarky Sarvis (DNA Group 97)
Note: AAFA now believes that Arthur was born about 1775, not 1750. He is age 26–45 on the 1810 census in Horry Co. (1765–1784 and over 45 on the 1820 census (1775). In 1800 an Arthur Alford is in Georgetown District, age 16–26 (1774–1784).
3. Descendants of John Alford b. about 1645 (DNA Group 1)
John’s descendants are included in a number of separate genealogies. See AAFA Alford Genealogies, “John Alford 1645 VA,” for the applicable genealogy.
4. Known Descendants of Prudence _____ Alford: [the name of Prudence’s husband is not known] (DNA Group 97)
5. Known Descendants of Elizabeth Harrell Alford, born July 1818 SC [the name of Elizabeth’s husband is not known], through her sons John William Alford and Calhoun Alford (DNA Group 97)
6. Known Descendants of Lodwick Alford, born 1802 SC
7. Known Descendants of Nero Alford, born 1808 SC
8. Known Descendants of Coleman Alford, born 1846 SC, and his wife Ester
9. Known Descendants of Joel Alford and Clarky B. Carroll
10. Descendants of John & Mary Alford of Frederick County Virginia (DNA Group 2)
11. Descendants of ‘Irish’ John Alford (DNA Group 97)
12. Known Descendants of Jesse Alford born about 1785 SC.
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Frequently cited sources include:
SC Marriages: South Carolina, County Marriage Records, 1907–2000 (Ancestry)
SC Deaths: South Carolina Death Records, 1821–1968 (Ancestry) [with images of death certificates]
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald by Helen Belden Moody
SSDI: Social Security Death Index, 1935–2014 (Ancestry)
SSACI: Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 (Ancestry)
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ADA GERTRUDE WILLIAMS ALFORD ARNETTE
Mother of Elizabeth Patience Alford McCutcheon, AAFA #1157
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 17 July 1977
ROWLAND, N.C.—Funeral services for Mrs. Ada Williams Alford Arnette will be Sunday at 2:30 p.m. in Ashpole Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery, directed by Blanton-Cottingham Funeral Home.
Mrs. Arnette, 85, died Saturday [July 16] in a Dillon, S.C. hospital after an illness.
Mrs. Arnette was born in Morganton, a daughter of the late Sion Walter [sic: Alexander Bernard—see below] and Ella Hallyburton Williams. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Dillon, S.C.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. L.V. Hyman [Katherine], Mrs. G. Holmes Bell [Ada Williams] and Mrs. O. Kenneth McCutcheon [Elizabeth Patience], all of Dillon, S.C.; a step-son, Rochelle Arnette of Floydale, S.C.; three step-daughters, Mrs. Nell Burke of Florida City, Fla., Mrs. Hattie Carroll of Lumberton, and Mrs. Edna Earl Richardson of Lilesville, six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and 16 step-grandchildren.
In another article:
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 19 July 1977
Name: Ada Williams Alford
Parents: Alexander Bernard and Ella Halyburton Williams
Spouse: 1. Sion Walter Alford 2. Julius Bonell Arnette
Date of Birth/Age: Age 85
Place of Birth: Morganton, NC
Date of Death: Saturday
Place of Death: Dillon
Place of Burial: Ashpole Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Rowland, NC
Photo from Ashpole Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Rowland, Robeson Co., NC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ada Arnette (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 April 1892. Her death date is listed as _____ July 1977, and her last residence is Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her first husband, Sion Walter Alford; and her daughters Ada Williams Alford Bell, Elizabeth Patience Alford McCutcheon, and Katherine Alford Spooner Hyman in this compilation.
Her Find A Grave memorial lists her parents as Manardie Alexander Williams and Ella Gertrude Hallyburton Williams Cook.
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ADA LEE HAYES ALFORD
[Although she died in VA, we are including her obituary here because of her close ties to SC.]
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 5 March 1968
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Mrs. Ada Hayes Alford, 83, widow of James F. Alford, died Sunday [March 3] in Virginia Beach, Va., after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Bethea Funeral Home Chapel.... Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery [Dillon Co., SC].
Mrs. Alford was a daughter of the late James F. and Alice Berry Hayes.
Surviving are two sons, James F. Alford Jr. and Thomas Brooks Alford, both of Douglas, Ga.; three daughters, Mrs. T.M. Glassburner of Azores, Portugal, Mrs. Stephen T. Douglas of Virginia Beach, Va., and Mrs. James C. Henderson Sr. of Rowland, N.C.; a foster daughter, Mrs. Paul Carmichael of Dillon; two brothers, Austin Hayes of Bishopville, and Vernon Hayes of Latta; and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Stanton of Dillon and Mrs. Dessie Coleman of Latta.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ada Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 26 January 1886, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, James Frierson Alford Jr.; and her daughters Ada Mae Alford, Effie Alford Douglas, and Rebecca Alford Henderson in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Thomas Brooks Alford Sr. in Georgia Obituaries.
Her middle name is shown as Mae on her daughter Ada Mae’ gravestone. It is Lee on her daughter Rebecca’s obituary. Her middle initial is L on the 1900 and 1910 censuses.
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ADA MAE ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 8 July 1926
Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Alford will regret to learn of the death of their 14 month old daughter, Ada May, which occurred at Florence Sunday morning [July 4] where the little one had been taken for treatment. The interment was made at Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Sunday afternoon at 5:30.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, James Frierson Alford Jr. and Ada Lee Hayes Alford; and her sisters Rebecca Alford Henderson and Effie Alford Douglas in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Thomas Brooks Alford Sr. in Georgia Obituaries.
Ada is buried in the same plot as her parents and sisters Rebecca and Effie:
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Ada Mae 1925 SC1, James Frierson 1883 SC2, James Frierson 1846 SC3, James Little 1811 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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ADA WILLIAMS “WIDDY” ALFORD BELL
Sister of Elizabeth Patience Alford McCutcheon, AAFA #1157
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 1 April 1993
Photos from Evergreen Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ada W. Bell (SS# issued in SC) was born 26 June 1913, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Sion Walter Alford and Ada Gertrude Williams Alford Arnette; and sisters Elizabeth Patience Alford McCutcheon and Katherine Alford Spooner Hyman in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Ada Williams 1913 NC1, Sion Walter 1886 NC2, Wiley Cherry 1852 NC3, Jacob 1789 NC4, James 1764 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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ADDIE ANINA “NINA” ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 3 October 1970
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Miss Nina Alford, 87, died Friday morning [October 2] at a Dillon hospital after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Cottingham Funeral Home. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery.
Miss Alford, a lifelong resident of Dillon County, was a daughter of the late Daniel and Betty Walter Alford. She was a member of the Main Street United Methodist Church.
Survivors include a nephew, Laval Osteen of Dillon; and three great-nieces.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Nina Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 20 Aug 1883.
See the obituaries of her parents, Daniel Warren Alford (with census records) and Elizabeth F. “Bettie” Walter Alford; and her siblings Adfull Pierce Alford, James Augustus Alford, and Harriet Onelia Alford Osteen in this compilation.
Riverside Cemetery records list, in the same plot with her sister Harriet and brother Adfull:
Addie Anina “Nina” Alford 8/20/1883-10/2/1970
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Nina 1883 SC1, Daniel Warren 1839 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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ADDIE BARNHILL ALFORD
Conway, Horry Co., SC—_____ May 2015
CONWAY—Addie Barnhill Alford, wife of the late Gurley Hinson Alford, age 91, died May 19, 2015 at Agape Rehabilitation Center in Conway.
Mrs. Alford was born in Conway, the daughter of Seals and Lula Caroline Skipper Barnhill. She was a member of Conway Church of God. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mrs. Alford enjoyed sewing and doing alterations for family and friends. She helped her husband farm for 45 years and for 17 years babysat children in her home. She retired at the age of 80.
In addition to her husband she was predeceased by; a daughter, Erma Lee Alford Dew; a son, Teddy Alford and a twin brother, Eddie Barnhill.
Survivors include four daughters, Shirley Alford Todd of Aynor, Betty Alford Martin (Roger) of Myrtle Beach, Hazel Alford Foxworth (David Sr.) of Georgetown and Linda Alford Johnson (Lester) of Aynor; eight grandchildren, Ricky Martin (Terri) of Conway, David Foxworth, Jr. (Sandy) of Murrells Inlet, Rodney Martin (Lynne) of Myrtle Beach, Samantha Todd Hooks of Aynor, Mark Anthony Dew of Murrells Inlet, Paula Dew Cannon (Rusty) of Conway, James Johnson (Sherry) of Simpsonville, SC, Tara Foxworth Duke (Scott) of Mt. Pleasant, SC; nine great-grandchildren, Rodney Martin, II, Hunter Martin (Felicia) both of Myrtle Beach, Emilee Martin of Conway, Charles David Foxworth, III of Murrells Inlet, Hillary Hooks of Aynor, Chelsea Johnson of Simpsonville, SC, Bradley Hooks of Aynor, Shayne Johnson of Simpsonville, and Evans Duke of Mt. Pleasant, SC.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Friday at Conway Church of God…. Burial will follow at Salem Baptist Church Cemetery….
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is serving the family.
Photo from Salem Baptist Church Cemetery, Cool Spring, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Lesta Sue Hardee
Photo posted in 2013
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her daughter Erma Lee Alford Thompson in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s lineage: Gurley Hinson 1915 SC1, Joseph Mack ???? SC2, John Robeson 1852 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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ADDIE JANE ROUSE ALFORD
“Jane (right) with her mother, Fleetwood Barnhill Lewis early 1900’s”
Posted to her Find A Grave memorial by Keith Edwards
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 7 February 1982
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Janie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 30 June 1904 and died _____ Feb 1982, last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Owen Gurley Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Addie Mae Alford Best, Bertie Alford Johnson Williams Butler, Bethany Lou Alford Brown, John William Alford, and Mary Lee Alford Register in this compilation.
Wedding anniversary article:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 13 October 1969
AYNOR—Mr. and Mrs. Owen Alford were honored with a drop-in on their 50th wedding anniversary. Their children are Mrs. Mary Lee Register of Florence, Mrs. Ruth Collins and Mrs. Rachel King of Galivant’s Ferry, Mrs. Addie Mae Best and Mr. Paul Alford of Mullins, Mrs. Bertie Johnson, Mr. William Alford of Charleston and Mrs. Bethany Brown of Columbia. The couple has 18 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
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ADDIE MAE ALFORD BEST
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 1 November 2019
MULLINS—Mrs. Addie Mae Alford Best, 85, widow of Carl Francis Best died Thursday, October 31, 2019 at her home after an illness.
Mrs. Best was born February 20, 1934 in Horry County, a daughter of the late Owen and Addie Jane Rouse Alford. She was retired, having worked in the meat department of several grocery stores. Mrs. Best was a devoted member of Mullins First Baptist Church, where she was a member of the Pearls of Wisdom Sunday School Class and the Young At Heart Choir.
Surviving Mrs. Best are: 2 Sons: Morris Windell Best of West Columbia and Darrell (Nancy) Best of Mullins; her Grandchildren: Jamie Best, Heather Mulledy, Elizabeth Lindell, Destiny Best and Amy Best; 4 Great Grandchildren; a Brother, Paul Alford of Cool Springs; and 2 Sisters: Rachel Mishoe of Conway and Ruth Collins of Green Sea.
Mrs. Best was predeceased by 2 sons, Scott Best and Ronnie Mike Best; a brother, William Alford; and 3 sisters, Bethany Brown, Mary Lee Register and Bertie Butler.
The family will receive friends Sunday afternoon, November 3, from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 3:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home.… Burial will follow in Red Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Owen Gurley Alford and Addie Jane Rouse Alford; and siblings Bertie Alford Johnson Williams Butler, Bethany Lou Alford Brown, John William Alford, and Mary Lee Alford Register in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Addie Mae 1934 SC1, Owen Gurley 1898 SC2, John M. 1859 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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ADFULL PIERCE ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 1 January 1954
DILLON, Dec. 31—Pierce (Drummer) Alford, 67, died in St. Eugene Hospital this afternoon afler a lingering illness.
Mr. Alford was widely known over the Carolinas, Virginia and Georgia where he had traveled for number of years as a salesman in the hardware and paint business.
Surviving are one sister, Miss Nina Alford and a brother, J.A. Alford of Dillon, and a number of other relatives in this vicinity….
Mr. Alford’s funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at the Williams Funeral Home…. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery.
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 7 January 1954
In another article:
Name: A. Pierce Alford
Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Daniel W. Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 67
Date of Death: Thursday
Place of Burial: Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, SC
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Daniel Warren Alford and Elizabeth F. “Bettie” Walter Alford; and his siblings James Augustus Alford, Addie Anina “Nina” Alford, and Harriet Onelia Alford Osteen in this compilation.
On Pierce Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 30, a single traveling salesman living in Dillon, Dillon Co., SC. He was born 10 Sept 1886 in Dillon Co., SC. He says he is supporting his mother.
From SC Deaths: Advil Pierce Alford’s death certificate confirms his birth and death dates. He was divorced, and he was born in Marion Co., SC, the son of Daniel W. Alford and Betty Walter.
Riverside Cemetery records list, in the same plot with his sisters Harriet and Addie:
Adfull P. Alford S.C. Pvt. Air Service WWI 9/10/1886-12/31/1953
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Adfull Pierce 1886 SC1, Daniel Warren 1839 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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AGNES GRAHAM ALFORD
[Although she died in NC, we are including her obituary here because SC was her home.]
McColl, Marlboro Co., SC—_____ June 2012
Mrs. Agnes Graham Alford, beloved wife of Samuel Thurman Alford, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2012 at Scotland Memorial Hospital in Laurinburg [Scotland Co.], NC, after an illness.
Born on March 21, 1923, in the Drake Community of Marlboro County, SC, she was the daughter of the late Waymond and Molly Henley Graham. She retired as a textile worker from J.P. Stevens in Springfield, NC. She was a devoted and faithful member of the McColl Pentecostal Holiness Church for 30 years. She enjoyed preparing meals for her family and will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
She is survived by her loving husband of 71 years, Samuel Thurman Alford of McColl; sons, Lonnie Alford and wife, Barbara of McColl, Terry Alford and wife, Wanda of McColl and Tony Alford and wife, Jackie of McColl; a daughter, Vivian Stevens of McColl; a sister, Sophia Sanderson of Laurinburg, NC; 13 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren; and 14 great-great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M. on Friday, June 29, 2012 at the McColl Pentecostal Holiness Church with burial following in Beaverdam Cemetery in McColl…. Family visitation will be held from 6-8 P.M. on Thursday, June 28, 2012 at Rogers Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford was preceded in death by her parents listed above; a brother General Lee Graham; a sister, Jincy Hersey; and a son-in-law, Harry Stevens….
Photos from Beaver Dam Cemetery, McColl, Marlboro Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the death date of Agnes G. Alford (SS# issued in SC) but list her birth date as 22 March 1923, last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her husband, Samuel Thurman Alford, in this compilation.
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ALBERT HAROLD HALFORD
TIMES AND DEMOCRAT
Orangeburg, Orangeburg Co., SC—Wednesday, 8 July 1964
Photo from South End Cemetery, Bamberg, Bambert Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Wimsang
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his daughter Margie Halford Kilgus; and siblings George Burton Halford and Fannie Mae Halford Fox Miles in this compilation.
His HALFORD lineage, in part from RootsWeb.com Family Tree “Halford: Southern US“ by Michael Kruse: Albert Harold 1903 SC1, George Washington 1871 SC2, Washington 1833 SC3, William Richard 1796 SC4, Achillis 1754 VA5.
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ALEX ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 13 October 2000
Alex Alford, 71, died Thursday, Oct. 12, 2000, at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.
Arrangements will be announced by Wilds Funeral Home of Georgetown.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
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ALEX ANDER ALFORD, SR.
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 7 January 1994
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
GALIVANTS FERRY [Horry Co.]—Alex Ander Alford, 97, a retired farmer, died Wednesday [January 5] at his residence. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. today in Oak Grove Freewill Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Goldfinch’s Conway Chapel, will be in Rehobeth Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of Sam P. Alford and Ellen F. Roberts Alford. He was a member of Oak Grove Church.
Surviving are his wife, Ruby B. Richardson Alford; three sons, James Alford and David Alford, both of Galivants Ferry, and Jerry Alford of Conway; four daughters, Nora A. Hyman and Naomi Gunter, both of Galivants Ferry, and Mary Altman and Iris V. Todd, both of Conway; and 23 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
Photo from Rehobeth Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death. AAFA records show he was b. 17 Aug 1896 in Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Ruby Blanch Richardson Alford; son James William Alford Sr.; parents, Samuel Pressley Alford and Ellen Frances Roberts Alford; brothers James Fred Alford and Joe Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Alex Ander 1896 SC1, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC2, James T. 1830 SC3, Levi Solomon 1800 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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ALEXANDER ALFORD
TIMES AND DEMOCRAT
Orangeburg, Orangeburg Co., SC—Wednesday, 16 April 1947
AAFA NOTES: From SC Deaths: Alexander Alford, black, was born 24 June 1892, parents unknown. He died in Orangeburg, Orangeburg Co., SC, on 13 Apr 1947. He was a widowed disabled WWI veteran.
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ALEXANDER ALFORD, JR.
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 16 March 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Services for Alexander Alford will be held today at Pine Hill AME Church with burial in the church cemetery. Greene’s Funeral Home is in charge.
Mr. Alford died March 13, 2002 in a Dillon hospital.
Surviving are sisters, Pensacola Smith, Mary Alford and Dorothy Bethea, all of Dillon; nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Photo from Pine Hill AME Church Cemetery, Latta, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Adam Crum
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his sister Annie Elizabeth Alford Johnson in this compilation.
AAFA has data on several Alexander Alfords of the time and place but none that fit this situation with the sisters named.
Pine Hill AME Church Cemetery in Dillon Co. traditionally serves the African-American community.
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ALEXANDER ALFORD, JR.
Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC—_____ June 2013
Mr. Alexander Alford departed this life June 28, 2013 at McLeod Medical Center in Florence. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at 4pm at Bethea Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be follow in the Cedar Fall Baptist Church Cemetery.
Photo from Cedar Fall Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Blenheim, Marlboro Co. SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Donna V Jackson Kester
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
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ALEXANDER ALFORD, SR.
[These articles were published a year before Alexander’s death. An obituary has not been found.]
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, SC—Friday, 23 September 1994
PEANUT VENDOR STILL IN HOSPITAL AFTER STABBING
By David W. Macdougall
A well-known peanut vendor remained in the intensive care unit of a Georgetown hospital Thursday after having suffered multiple stab wounds during a midday armed robbery Wednesday, police said.
Alex Alford, 80, of Merriman Road was found lying in his car on Rhodes Avenue about 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Georgetown police Sgt. Alan Walters said.
Alford was stabbed three times in the abdomen and had multiple cuts and scrapes on his head. He was taken to Georgetown Memorial Hospital, where he underwent surgery. A hospital spokeswoman said he was in serious condition Thursday night.
The attack has shaken the community, Walters said. “He is a well-known and well-respected figure here,” he said.
Alford sold peanuts out of his car in the parking lot of the Piggly Wiggly on Highmarket Street. “He was there almost every day,” Georgetown resident Mary Logan said. “Everyone knew him.”...
In another article:
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, SC—29 September 1994
Eating at a Summerville fast-food restaurant Wednesday proved unlucky for a Georgetown man wanted in the stabbing and robbery of an elderly Georgetown peanut vendor last week.
Tyson Brave, 19, was spotted by Summerville police shortly before noon at the Hardee’s restaurant on North Main Street near the entrance to Interstate 26, said Summerville police Lt. Jeff Payton....
Brave was wanted by Georgetown police in connection with an afternoon attack on Sept. 21 in which Alex Alford, about 80, was robbed at knifepoint and wounded in his head and abdomen, said Georgetown police Capt. Dan Furr.
Alford was able to get to his car where he was found by a state employee who called police. Alford remained in the intensive-care unit of Georgetown Memorial Hospital, but was in fair condition Wednesday, a hospital spokeswoman said. Investigators were able to interview him about his attacker, Furr said....
Alford is a familiar figure in Georgetown, where he sells peanuts from his car in a grocery store parking lot and runs a check-cashing business. He also is known for his efforts to increase black voter registration.
He ran unsuccessfully for Georgetown City Council in the late 1960s.
Photo from Morning Glory Cemetery, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rich Ryals NC
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Alex Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 13 Dec 1913 and died 15 Nov 1995, last residence Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Cleotha Blanding Alford; and sister Mozella Alford Dobbins in this compilation.
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ALFERETTA “RHETT” PROSSER ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 25 July 1961
Mrs. Alfereretta (Rhett) Prosser Alford, 86, of Pamplico, died Monday [July 24] in a local nursing home after being in declining health for five years. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday from Mt. Zion Baptist Church near Pamplico.... Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was a member of New Prospect Free Will Baptish Church near Hannah.
Surviving are three sons, Ernest Prosser, Furman Alford, and Lofton Alford, all of Pamplico; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
The body will remain at Stoudenmire Funeral Home until 10 a.m. Wednesday….
Photo from Mount Zion Cemetery, Pamlico, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Danny & Judy Ard
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
She was born in Florence Co., SC, the daughter of Job Prosser and Nancy Barnes.
See the obituaries of her husband, William Robert Alford; and her son Lofton Holland Alford in this compilation.
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ALICE ALFORD BRUCE
Sister of Isaac Edwin Alford, AAFA #0389
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 10 October 1970
SOCIETY HILL [Darlington Co.]—Funeral services for Mrs. Alice Alford Bruce will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Union Baptist Church in Society Hill.... Burial will be in the Bethesday Cemetery [sic: Bethesda Baptist Church Cemetery, Darlington Co.] directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home.
Survivors are her husband, Woodrow Bruce; father, Robert Alford Sr.; three sisters, Mrs. Irene Williams of Camden, N.J.; Mrs. Janie Johnson of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Mrs. Florence Delk of Society Hill; four brothers, Robert Alford Jr. of Jamaica, N.Y. Marion Alford of Darlington, Roland Alford of Society Hill and Isaac Alford of Seattle, Wash.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her father, Robert Coleman Alford; and siblings Florence Alford Delk, Irene Elizabeth Alford Williams, and Roland Furman Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Isaac Edwin Alford in Washington Obituaries. Isaac’s In Remembrance, with extensive census data, is posted to AAFA’s Member Memorials.
In 2016, a Find A Grave contributor reported that no gravestone was found for Alice.
From 1870 to 1920, this African-American family was enumerated on censuses in Society Hill, Darlington Co., SC.
They were not located on the 1860 census since they were probably slaves. The 1860 Slave Census for Darlington Co., SC, shows no Alford slave owners (slaves were not named but listed by age and sex only). A map published by Harper’s Weekly in November 1861 showed that 59% of the people in Darlington Co. were African-American.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #8.
Her lineage: Alice 1915 SC1, Robert Coleman 1886 SC2, Coleman 1846 SC3.
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ALICE L. HYMAN ALFORD
Grandmother of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 27 July 1986
ANDREWS—Mrs. Alice Hyman Alford, 93, widow of Ellie Parker Alford, died Saturday [July 26].
Born in Florence County, she was a daughter of the late Wash and Carrie Elizabeth Hutchinson Hyman. She was a member of Happy Home Free Will Baptist Church.
Surviving are sons, Rutledge, John H., Nathan and Etheridge “Noot” Alford; daughters, Mrs. Alice Parrott, Mrs. Louise Evans, Mrs. Lizzie Mae Cox and Mrs. Evelyn Swails, all of Andrews; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild.
Services will be held at 4 p.m. today to Happy Home Free Will Baptist Church, with burial in the St. John Free Will Baptist Church cemetery near Hannah.
Morris Funeral Home of Hemingway is in charge.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Alice Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 23 Dec 1892 [different than gravestone] and died _____ July 1986, last residence Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Ellie Parker Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Aline Carrie Alford Parrott, John Henry Alford, Lizzie Mae Alford Cox, Louise Mattie Alford Evans, Nathan Alford, and Rutledge Cleveland “Bubba” Alford in this compilation.
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ALINE CARRIE ALFORD PARROTT
Aunt of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 21 August 2006
ANDREWS—Aline Carrie Alford Parrott, 87, widow of Jasper Rolin Parrott, passed away Saturday morning, August 19, 2006, at her residence. Funeral service will be 5 p.m., Monday, August 21, 2006, at the Happy Home Free Will Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Andrews Memorial Cemetery, directed by the Andrews Chapel of McKenzie Funeral Home….
Mrs. Parrott was born August 15, 1919, in Florence County, a daughter of Ellie Alford and Alice Hyman Alford. She was a member of the Happy Home Free Will Baptist Church and was a loving mother, and grandmother.
She was pre-deceased by her husband, a son, Preston Parrott, and two sisters, Louise Evans and Lizzie Mae Cox.
Surviving are, a son, Ellie Parrott of Georgetown; two daughters, Donna P. Phillips of Georgetown, and Joyce Sims of Ladson; a sister, Evelyn Swails of Andrews; four brothers, Rev. John Henry Alford, Etheridge “Noot” Alford, Nathan Alford and Rutledge Alford, all of Andrews; 13 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren….
Photo from Andrews Memorial Cemetery, Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, whitpet
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Aline Parrott (SS# issued in SC), last residence Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Ellie Parker Alford and Alice L. Hyman Alford; and siblings John Henry Alford, Lizzie Mae Alford Cox, Louise Mattie Alford Evans, Nathan Alford, and Rutledge Cleveland “Bubba” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her lineage: Aline Carrie 1919 SC1, Ellie Parker 1892 SC2, John William 1844 SC3, unknown4.
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ALLEN BENJAMIN ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 6 August 1975
DARLINGTON [Darlington Co.]—Funeral services for Allen Benjamin Alford will be conducted at 4 p.m. Wednesday in Round Oak Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery, directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford, 16, died Sunday [August 3] enroute to a hospital after a swimming accident. He was born in Darlington County, a son of Arthur and Mrs. Marie Bacote Alford. He was a student of Rosenwald High School.
Surviving, besides his parents, are a sister, Miss Annie Alford of Darlington, six brothers, Arthur Alford Jr., Isaac Alford, Frank Alford, Richard Alford, Charles Alford, Walter Alford, all of Darlington; a foster brother, Herman Alford of Darlington; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Annie Alford of Darlington.
Photo from Round O Baptist Cemetery, Darlington, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.comPermission granted by the photographer, Patrick Yearty
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Allen Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 23 Oct 1958.
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ALLEN DAVID ALFORD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Monday, 23 June 1984
In another article:
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 24 July 1984
Name: Allen David Alford
Parents: George David and Sara Alford
Spouse: Barbara Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 71
Place of Birth: Marlboro County
Date of Death: Saturday [July 21]
Place of Burial: Greenlawn Cemetery
Photo from Greenlawn Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Allen Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 June 1913 and died _____ July 1984, last residence Dillon, SC.
See the obituaries of his second wife, Barbara Ann Thornton Alford; and daughter Nellie Alford Aston in this compilation. We included the obituary of his first wife, Inez G. Herring Alford Hoagland, in New Jersey Obituaries.
From North Carolina, Birth and Death Indexes (Ancestry): Allen David Alford was born on 6 June 1913 in Cerro Gordo, Columbus Co., NC, parent George Alford.
On Allen David Alford’s 1940 WWII Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 27, living in Dillon Co., SC. He was born 6 June 1913 in Cerro Gordo, NC. His nearest relative is Mrs. Inez Herring Alford.
From Tennessee, Marriage Records (Ancestry): Allen David Alford, age 51, married Barbara Thornton, age 29, on 3 July 1964 in Hamblen Co., TN.
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ALLEN MARVIN ALFORD
EVENING POST
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 11 February 1972
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Feb 1972) dates of Allen Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Rosa Angeline Huggins Alford; sons Dan Allen Alford, Leroy Earl Alford, Quincy Asberry Alford, and Vernon Lee Alford; and brother Owen Gurley Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Allen Marvin 1905 SC1, John M. 1859 SC2, James T. 1830 SC3, Levi Solomon 1800 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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ALLEN STEPHENS ALFORD
Grandfather of Allen Stephens Alford Sr., AAFA #0698
Great-Grandfather of Kathlyn Alford Aimonetti, AAFA #1410
Great-Grandfather of Roy Stephens Alford III, AAFA #0529
THE TELEGRAPH
Macon, Bibb Co., GA—Saturday, 18 August 1934
EATONTON, Ga. Aug. 17—Allen S. Alford, 86, beloved veteran of the war between the states passed away at the home of his daughter in Columbia, S.C., today.
Temporary arrangements for the funeral have been made. The services will be held at the First Methodist church here sometime Sunday … and interment will take place in Pinegrove cemetery.
Mr. Alford has attended every memorial service held in Eatonton although for the last number of years he has been very feeble and since his wife’s death about 10 years ago he has lived with his daughter in Columbia.
The deceased enlisted in the army in 1864 at the age of 16. He was an officer in the R.T. Davis camp at the time of his death. There are only two veterans left in Putnam county.
Many tributes have been paid to Mr. Alford during his lifetime as he has held the admiration and esteem of the citizens of the county for years. The body will arrive in Eatonton Saturday afternoon.
He is survived by six children as follows: C.R. Alford, Eatonton; R.S. Alford, Milledgeville; J.G. Alford, Edgefield, S.C.; P.C. Alford, Erwin, Tenn; Mrs. W.K. Lewis, Columbia, S.C.; Mrs. W.C. Spivey, Wauchula, Fla.; two brothers, Elisha Alford of Godfrey, Ga., and Ed Alford of Putnam county.
Photo from Pine Grove Cemetery, Eatonton, Putnam Co., GA—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patty Shreve
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituary of his wife, Julia Ann Avery Alford, in Georgia Obituaries; and his grandson Allen Stephens Alford Sr. in Tennessee Obituaries.
Allen is the subject of several newspaper articles:
THE TELEGRAPH
Macon, Bibb Co., GA—Saturday, 9 April 1910
EATONTON, Ga., April 8—Putnam’s tax collector, Mr. J. Calhoun Reid, who has been in service for over a quarter of a century, says Putnam county’s registration shows an increase of registration under the new law….
He has taken great interest in the work, and yesterday had an experience that perhaps no other tax collector in Georgia has had. He carried the registration books over to the home of Mr. Jack Alford, father of Mr. Allen S. Alford, for Mr. Alford to register. Mr. Jack Alford, the father, is ninety-five years old and when Putnam’s tax collector arrived at the Alford home, he found the old man out in the yard, busy at work, and still active….
THE TELEGRAPH
Macon, Bibb Co., GA—Wednesday, 28 May 1930
THE TELEGRAPH
Macon, Bibb Co., GA—Thursday, 10 August 1922
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 22 September 1929
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Allen Stephens 1848 GA1, John Allen 1815 GA2, William 1794 NC3, Kinchen 1768 NC4, Lodwick 1710 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA7.
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ALMA BRADLEY ALFORD
THE HERALD
Rock Hill, York Co., SC—Thursday, 5 March 2009
Mrs. Alma Bradley Alford, 87, widow of the late James Vernon Alford, of 4526 Catawba Road, Kershaw passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at Springs Memorial Hospital.
The funeral will be 1 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 2009, at Lancaster Funeral Home…. Burial will be in Lancaster Memorial Park….
In another article:
Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—_____ March 2009
Mrs. Alma Bradley Alford, age 87, widow of the late James Vernon Alford, of 4526 Catawba Road in Kershaw, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at Springs Memorial Hospital.
Born November 30, 1921 in Lancaster, Mrs. Alford was a daughter of the late William Bradley and Daisy Flatine B. Bradley. She was retired from Springs Industries, with more than 44 years of service.
A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Alford will be held Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 1 p.m. at the Chapel of Lancaster Funeral Home…. Burial will be in the Lancaster Memorial Park.
Surviving are a daughter, Cathy Hunter and her husband, Ronald, of Kershaw; a sister, Roberta Bradley Kirkley of Lancaster; two grandchildren, Amy M. Hunter and Misty Dawn Hunter; and five great-grandchildren, Chelsey, Hailey, Ryan, Abbigail and Devin….
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association….
Photos from Lancaster Memorial Park, Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, cev
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Alma Bradley Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 30 Nov 1921, last residence Kershaw, Lancaster Co., SC.
See the obituary of her husband, James Vernon Alford, in this compilation.
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ALMA ETHEL ALFORD DENLEY
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 11 October 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
COLUMBIA—Services for Alma E. Denley, 102, will be held today at Zion Baptist Church, 1801 Washington Street, with burial in Lincoln Cemetery…. The funeral will begin at 2 p.m. Leevy’s Funeral Home, Taylor Street Chapel is in charge.
Ms. Denley died Sunday, October 7, 2001.
Born in Darlington County, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Granville and Leanna Alford.
Surviving are her sisters, Cleo V. Yongue, Lillian Bowman and Myrtle L. Sanders; nine nephews and five nieces; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Photo from Lincoln Cemetery, Columbia, Richland Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sam
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Alma E. Denley (SS# issued in SC) was born 24 Sept 1899, last residence Columbia, Richland Co.
See the obituaries of her siblings Lillian Alford Bowman, Myrtle Alford Sanders, Nathaniel Alford, and Sansberry Edward Alford in this compilation.
This is an African-American family. Her father, Granville Alford, and his family were enumerated in Darlington Co., SC, in each census from 1880 through 1930.
1930 CENSUS
High Hill (District 16), Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #44:
Granvill R. Alford head B 60 SC SC SC farmer
age 21 at first marriage
Leanna wife B 38 SC SC SC age 18 at first marriage
[ages of Granville and Leanna are listed the same as in 1920.]
Francis son B 18 SC SC SC
Cleo dau B 14 SC SC SC
Lillian dau B 11 SC SC SC
Myrtle dau B 9 SC SC SC
Newton grandson B 6 MS SC MS
James grandson B 4 SC SC MS
Oscar grandson B 2 NJ SC MS
Margaret Grant mother-in-law B 72 SC SC SC widow
Next door, Dwelling #45:
Nathaniel Alford head B 23 SC SC SC age 22 at first marriage
Louisa wife B 19 SC SC SC age 18 at first marriage
1920 CENSUS
Mont Clare (District 17), Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #187:
Granville Alford head B 60 SC SC SC farmer
Leanna wife B 38 SC SC SC
Alma dau B 19 SC SC SC
Martha dau B 17 SC SC SC
Nathaniel son B 13 SC SC SC
Chester son B 11 SC SC SC
Sansberry son B 9 SC SC SC
Francis son B 8 SC SC SC
Cleo dau B 6 SC SC SC
Lillian dau B 2 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Mechanicsville (District 11), Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #121:
Granville Alford head B 38 SC SC SC farmer
2nd marriage 13 years
Luanna wife B 29 SC SC SC 1st marriage 13 years
7 children, 6 living
Newton son B 12 SC SC SC
Alma dau B 10 SC SC SC
Augusta dau B 9 SC SC SC
Nathaniel son B 5 SC SC SC
Chester son B 3 SC SC SC
Sansberry son B 1-3/12 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Mechanicsville (District 25), Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #242:
Granville Alford head B 34 b. Nov 1865 SC SC SC farmer
married 4 years
Luanna wife B 20 b. Oct 1879 SC SC SC 2 children, 2 living
Euton son B 1 b. Dec 1898 SC SC SC
Ethel dau B 8/12 b. Sep 1900 SC SC SC
[year obviously incorrect]
Emma dau B 11 b. Feb 1889 SC SC SC
1880 CENSUS
Mechanicsville (District 42), Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #282:
Edward Alford head B 35 SC SC SC farmer
Ida L. wife B 39
Granville son B 19
+ 5 more younger children, a grandson, and a boarder
Her lineage: Alma E. 1899 SC1, Granville 1860 SC2, Edward 1845 SC3.
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ALMA HARDEE ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Saturday, 2 December 2000
Alma Alford, 89, widow of Leon Alford, died Thursday Nov. 30, 2000, in Loris Hospital [Horry Co, SC].
She was a native of Horry County, and the daughter of the late Andrew and Annie Bullard Hardee.
Survivors include a daughter, Gracie Alford of Tabor City [Columbus Co., NC].
A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. today at Forest Lawn Cemetery [Horry Co., SC]….
Photo from Forest Lawn Baptist Church Cemetery, Tabor City, Columbus Co., NC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Alma H. Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 18 December 1910. Her last residence is listed as Tabor City, Columbus Co., NC.
Her husband was Leon Robert Alford, son of Levi Thomas Alford and Freddie Ida Hardee. SSDI records show that Leon Alford was b. 16 Sept 1907 and d. _____ Feb 1986. His last residence was also Tabor City.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
Her husband’s lineage: Leon Robert 1907 SC1, Levi Thomas 1876 SC2, John Henry 1855 SC3, Joel 1800 SC4.
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ALVIE HAROLD ALFORD
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Sunday, 1 April 1984
NINETY SIX—Alvie Harold Alford, 61, of 143 Pinehaven Drive, died Friday at Self Memorial Hospital.
Born in Horry County, he was a son of the late Jessie Scott and Bertha Bullard Alford. He was an Army veteran of World War II and a retired employee of E.P. Pitts Sand Company in Nichols. He was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving are three sons, Roger H. Alford of Greenwood, Donald Alford of Ninety Six and Ronald G. Alford of Columbus, Ga.; a brother, A.J. Alford of Ninety Six; and 11 grandchildren.
Services will be at 2 p.m. today at Mears Funeral Home in Fairbluff [Columbus Co.], N.C., with burial in Powell Cemetery.
Blyth Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.
In another article:
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Monday, 2 April 1984
NINETY SIX—Alvie Harold Alford, 61, died Friday.
Born in Horry County, he was a son of the late Scott and Bertha Bullard Alford. He was a disabled veteran, having served in the Army in World WarII. Mr. Alford was a member of Fair Bluff Baptist Church.
Surviving are three sons, Roger Alford of Greenwood, Donnie Alford of Ninety Six and Ronnie Alford of Columbus, Ga.; a brother, A.J. Alford of Fair Bluff, N.C.; grandchildren.
Services were at 2 p.m. Sunday at Meares Funeral Home in Fairbluff, with burial in Powell Cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Alvie Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 20 Nov 1922 and died _____ March 1984, last residence Ninety Six, Greenwood Co., SC.
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AMANDA CONWAY ALFORD
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Thursday, 9 November 1961
Funeral services for Mrs. Amanda Alford who died Nov. 5 will be held Friday at 3:30 p.m. from Varnsville Baptist Church in Newberry County….
Burial will be in the church cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Jake Alford, in this compilation.
From SC Deaths: Amanda Alford was born in 1891 in Laurens Co., SC, daughter of Jeff Conway and unknown mother. Her husband was Jake Alford, and the informant was Mary Walker. She is buried in Varnsville Cemetery in Chappells, Newberry Co., SC.
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AMANDA KAY COLLOM ALFORD
Photo and dates from Goldfinch Funeral Home
August 29, 1952 - December 3, 2012
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—5 December 2012
CONWAY—Amanda Kay Alford, 60, of Perry Street, died Monday, December 3, 2012 at her residence.
Mrs. Alford was born in Conway, a daughter of the late Homer Collom and Thelma Mae Johnson.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Collom.
She was a member of Jamestown Baptist Church where she served for over 30 years as Sunday School teacher with first through third grade children. “Miss Kay, “ as she was affectionately known to so many, sewed 40+ years for practically every young lady in Conway and surrounding areas whether it was a dance costume, cheerleading outfit, prom attire, or wedding dress. She also stitched “many a dress and costume” during the 20 years that she worked for The Carolina Opry, and she prided them as extended family.
“The next chapter” of her life as she called it started in May 2007, as she encountered cancer and led a beautiful and long battle that allowed her to share her testimony of faith with anyone who would listen. “Always seeing the glass as half full,” Kay remained gracious throughout her challenging journey. Losing her eye in 2010 allowed yet another leap of faith as she held tightly to a favorite verse that she frequently delivered to her friends and family: “Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see” Hebrews 11:1.
Surviving are her husband, Frankie R. Alford of Conway; a son, Clayton R. Alford and wife Wendy of Richmond, VA; a daughter, Amanda A. Roof and husband Justin of Conway; four grandchildren, Amanda Gray Alford, Anna Claire Roof, Dylan Roof, and Andrew Roof; two step grandchildren Austin and Collie Rogers, and a brother, James Bryan Collom and wife Cindy of Aynor.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM Friday at the First United Methodist Church…. Entombment will follow in Hillcrest Mausoleum….
The family extends sincere gratitude to the host of doctors and medical staff at the Medical Univeristy of South Carolina who enabled her to live many years more than the initial diagnosis….
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Frankie Reaves Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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AMELIA RAY ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 10 March 1972
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Amelia Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 2 Sept 1881 but that she died 15 March 1972, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, George Washington Alford; and son Colon L. Alford in this compilation.
Amelia is the sister of Simon Ray, George’s sister Freddie’s husband. She is Melia A. Ray, age 17b. Sept 1882, on the 1880 census with her parents Jeremiah and Martha Ray.
Her gravestone in Gethsemane Old Baptist Cemetery could not be located.
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AMELIA VIOLA “MELIA” BARNHILL ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—14 April 1963
CONWAY—Mrs. Amelia Barnhill Alford, 56, widow of Homer B. Barnhill of the Horry section of Horry County, died Saturday at a local hospital following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday from the Pleasant Union Baptist Church, with the Rev. E.J. Lawson, pastor of Salem Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Mack Daniel and Caroline Rabon Barnhill. She was a member of the Sandy Hill Holiness Church.
Surviving are three sons, Melton Alford of Rt. 2, Galivants Ferry, Eddie Alford of Rt. 2 Galivants Ferry, and D.L. Alford of Rt. 2, Marion, nine daughters, Mrs. Mack (Galvin) Presser of Rt. 1, Aynor, Mrs. Grover (Reba) Lewis of Rt. 2, Darlington, Mrs. Moses (Mae) Jones of Rt. 2, Aynor, Mrs. Quince (Goldaphone) Allen of Rt. 3, Lalla, Mrs. Dale (Hazel) Grainger of Charleston, Mrs. Laurue (Lizzie) Smith of Rt. 1, Aynor, Miss Linzula Alford and Miss Venzula Alford, both of Rt. 2, Galivants Ferry and Miss Carolyn Alford of Route, 2 Galivants Ferry; two brothers, Mack Barnhill of Route 3, Galivants Ferry, and Pink Barnhill of Rt. 1 Aynor, 32 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Photos from Pleasant Union Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Rabon Crossroads, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, rdsxfan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Homer Burroughs Alford; and children Delly Mae Alford Jones Rabon, Freeman “D.L.” Alford, and Goldaphine Alford Allen in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Eddie D. Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
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ANN GERTRUDE ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 1 April 1951
Photo from Bakers Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Walter Gary Alford and Orilla Dosey Brown Alford; and half-siblings Clifford James Alford, Elliott Alford, Harley Leverne Alford, and Naomi Alford Hucks Cannon in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #12.
Her lineage: Ann Gertrude 1937 SC1, Walter Gary 1895 SC2, Arthur S. 1857 SC3, Jess 1834 SC4, Jesse 1785 SC5.
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ANN JOHNSON RAINSFORD ALFORD
AUGUSTA CHRONICLE
Augusta, GA—Sunday, 19 October 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
EDGEFIELD [Edgefield Co.], S.C.—Graveside service for Ann Johnson Alford, 74, will be conducted on Monday, October 20, 2003, at 11 a.m. in St. Mary’s Catholic Church Cemetery….
Mrs. Alford, beloved wife of J. Gordon Alford, died on Friday, October 17, 2003.
Born in Edgefield, she was the daughter of the late Lynwood and Ellen McWhite Johnson. She attended Winthrop College and was an active member of Edgefield County Hospital Women’s Auxiliary. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Les Dames de Fleurs Garden Club.
Surviving are her husband, J. Gordon Alford; sons, John Rainsford III, Thomas Benjamin Rainsford, George Lynnwood Rainsford; one daughter, Katherine Alford Aimonetti; and a sister, Martha Patterson; 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Her love, compassion and presence influenced generations of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements….
Photos from Saint Marys Catholic Cemetery, Edgefield, Edgefield Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jerry
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ann J. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 28 January 1929, last residence Edgefield, Edgefield Co.
See the obituary of her second husband, John Gordon Alford Jr., in this compilation.
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ANN WOOSLEY ALFORD
ISLAND PACKET
Hilton Head Island, Beaufort Co., SC—4 April 2013
Ann Alford, 80, of Sea Pines in Hilton Head passed away on April 1st at her home from pancreatic cancer.
She was born on May 16, 1932 in Indianapolis, IN. Her teenage years were spent in Fairhope, AL., where she graduated from Fairhope High School. She attended the University of Alabama, where she was the first female to complete her bachelor’s degree in Finance, accomplishing this in only 3 years. She was also a member of Beta Gamma Sigma and Phi Chi Theta and winner of the Wall Street Journal Award. Upon graduation she moved to Atlanta and was employed by the First National Bank of Atlanta.
She married Harry Alford on July 9, 1956. Marianne Alford Osentoski was born on October 15, 1958 and was followed by Ryburn Alford on October 4, 1960. Ann reentered the workforce in 1977 and joined the trust department of the Wayne Oakland Bank in Detroit, Michigan, which became the First of America Bank. She was a vice president and trust office prior to retiring.
Harry and Ann retired to Hilton Head in 1992. She returned to work as a vice president and trust office at the Anchor Bank. Ann has always been an active member in the Methodist church during her life. Since moving to Hilton Head and joining St. Andrew by the Sea, she was a founding member of the Endowment Fund and developed her passion for loving people as a Stephen Minister!
She is survived by her brother John Woosley and wife Bristol, her husband Harry, along with her daughter Marianne and Paul Osentoski, son Ry and Shelia Alford and grandson Matthew Alford.
A memorial service will be held at St. Andrew by the Sea United Methodist Church on April 5 at 2:30. Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be sent to Hospice of the Low Country, P.O. Box 3827, Bluffton, SC 29910 or St. Andrew by the Sea Endowment Fund, 20 Pope Ave., Hilton Head, SC 29928 or Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 1500 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. The Island Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Ann W. Alford (SS# issued in AL), last residence not listed.
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ANNA LOUISE ALFORD BROWN ANDERSON
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 25 September 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Services for Louise Alford Brown Anderson, 96, were held at Meares Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Cedardale Cemetery.
She was the daughter of the late Emanuel and Jannie Williams Alford and was a member of Mullins First Baptist Church.
Surviving are sons, L.D. Brown, Jimmy Brown, Paul Brown; daughters, Margie Altman and Betty Miles; 19 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.
Sons Edwin and Robert Brown predeceased her.
Photo from Cedardale Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Louise B. Anderson (SS# issued in SC) was born 27 March 1905 and died 1 September 2001.
See the obituaries of her mother, Janie Rectina Williams Alford Altman Jones; brothers Edward Manuel Alford, Eugene A. Alford, Pearlie Dubose Alford Sr., and William Power Alford; and half-siblings Henry Monroe Alford and Willie Ann Alford Turbeville in this compilation. We included the obituary of her sister Emma Jane Alford Williamson Stanton Rogers in North Carolina Obituaries.
Her name was Anna Louise Alford. Her first husband was Burnie Leroy Brown and the second was T.D. Anderson.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Anna Louise 1905 SC1, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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ANNIE ALFORD BYRD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Wednesday, 21 July 1993
MARION—Mrs. Annie Alford Byrd, 81, retired beautician, died July 19, 1993, at Marion Memorial Hospital. Funeral is 10 a.m. Thursday at Richardson Funeral Home….
Survivors are her brother, Marvin Alford of Myrtle Beach; sisters, Ms. Minnie Roberts of Galivants Ferry, Ms. Gracie Johnson of Johns Island.
Photo from Palmetto Memorial Gardens, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Annie A. Byrd (SS# issued in SC) was born 11 May 1912 and died _____ July 1993, last residence Marion, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her father, Joe Alford; and siblings Marvin E. Alford and Minnie Alford Roberts in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother William Alfred Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Annie 1912 SC1, Joe 1892 SC2, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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ANNIE ALMA ALFORD ELVINGTON
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 11 August 1987
Name: Annie Alma Elvington
Parents: Berry Coleman Alford and Glen Cook Alford
Spouse: Clifton Franklin Elvington
Date of Birth/Age: Age 66
Place of Birth: Horry County
Date of Death: Sunday [August 9]
Place of Death: Article headlined Lake View
Place of Burial: services at Kemper Baptist Church
Photo from Kemper Baptist Church Cemetery, Kemper Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Alma Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 26 March 1922 and died _____ August 1987, last residence lake View, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Berry Coleman Alford and Glenn Cook Alford, and siblings Arthur Laneau Alford, Billy F. Alford, Edna Alford Gerrald, H.B. Alford, and Leatha Alford Beaver in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Annie Alma 1922 SC1, Berry Coleman 1891 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B 1780 SC?6, William 1760 NC?7
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ANNIE BELL GRIGGS ADAMS ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 25 October 1997
Published in AAFA ACTION, Spring 1998
HARTSVILLE [Darlington Co.]—Services for Annie Bell Adams Alford, 84, are at 3 p.m. today at Swift Creek Baptist Church, with burial in the church cemetery, directed by Brown-Pennington-Atkins Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford, widow of Thomas B. Alford, died Friday [October 24]. Born in Darlington County, she was a daughter of the late Ham W. and Alma Adams Griggs.
Surviving are sons, Jerry Alford of Wayne City, IL, and Frank Alford of Timmonsville; brothers, H.W. Griggs Jr. of Florence and Carroll Griggs of Hartsville; sisters, Vista Morse of Tecumseh, Mich., Elizabeth Sauer of Brodhead, Wis., and Sara Braddock of Columbia; four grands.
Photos from Swift Creek Cemetery, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Darlington SC
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Annie B. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 25 July 1913.
See the obituaries of her son Franklin Walter Alford Sr.; and her husband’s first wife, Annie Ida Osborne Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s lineage: Thomas Bradley 1895 SC1, John Robeson 1852 SC2, Arthur 1803 SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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ANNIE E. ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 5 October 1995
Name: Annie E. Alford
Parents: Adolphus and Lucy LeGette Alford
Place of Birth: Dillon
Date of Death: Sunday [October 1]
Place of Death: Headlined Dillon
Place of Burial: Pine Hill AME Church Cemetery (AA)
Photo from Pine Hill AME Church Cemetery, Latta, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Adam Crum
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Annie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 23 Dec 1911 [different than gravestone] and died _____ Oct 1995, last residence Trenton, Mercer Co., NJ.
From AAFA records: Annie Liza Alford was the daughter of Adolphus Alford and his first wife Annie; his second wife was Lucy LeGette.
Pine Hill AME Church Cemetery in Dillon Co. traditionally serves the African-American community.
On Adolphus Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 34, a self-employed mechanic living in Dillon, SC. He was born 27 Feb 1884, and his nearest relative is Lucy Alford.
1930 CENSUS
Manning (District 19), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #165:
Glis S. Alford head B 75 SC SC SC Presbyterian minister
age 20 at 1st marriage
Lucinda wife B 75 SC SC SC
Manning (District 19), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #166:
Dolphus Alford head B 40 SC SC SC garage laborer
age 21 at 1st marriage
Lucinda wife B 40 SC SC SC
Redorin [?] son B 21 SC SC SC
Dolphus son B 18 SC SC SC
Liza dau B 20 SC SC SC
Giles Jr. son B 9 SC SC SC
Sallie L. dau B 6 SC SC SC
Jerry son B 4-1/12 SC SC SC
James A. son B 2-3/12 SC SC SC
“unknown” son B 2/12 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Manning (District 32), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #313:
Adolphus Alford head B 35 SC SC SC auto garage machinist
Lucy wife B 25 SC SC SC
Thodsia son B 12 SC SC SC
William H. son B 10 SC SC SC
Annie L. dau B 8 SC SC SC
Dannie A. son B 6 SC SC SC
Giles Jr. son B 4/12 SC SC SC
Giles Sr. father B 60 SC SC SC gospel minister
Lucinda mother B 60 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Bethea (District 58), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #195:
Giles S. Alford head B 54 SC SC SC farmer
1st marriage, 31 years
Lucinda wife B 52 SC SC SC 10 children, 5 living
Corine dau B 30 SC SC SC single
Luberta dau B 18 SC SC SC
Betha dau B 13 SC SC SC
Adolphus son B 28 SC SC SC widower
Theodore grandson B 2 SC SC SC
Taft grandson B 1 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Bethea (District 58), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #264:
Jiles S. Alford head B 46 b. Oct 1853 SC SC SC m. 28 years farmer
Lucindia wife B 48 b. June 1852 SC SC SC 10 children, 6 living
Corrine dau B 24 b. Feb 1876 SC SC SC
Mollie dau B 20 b. July 1879 SC SC SC
Dolphes son B 16 b. Feb 1884 SC SC SC
Lusasa D. dau B 12 b. Aig 1887 SC SC SC
Luvertis dau B 6 b. Oct 1893 SC SC SC
Besey dau B 5 b. Feb 1895 SC SC SC
1880 CENSUS
Harleeville (District 89), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #482:
Giles S. Alford head B 25 SC SC SC works on farm
Lucindy wife B 27 SC SC SC
Corrina dau B 5 SC SC SC
Mollie dau B 1 SC SC SC
Next door is the family of James Frierson Alford Sr. (white)—see his obituary in this compilation.
Her lineage: Annie Liza 1911 SC1, Adolphus 1884 SC2, Giles 1853 SC3.
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ANNIE E. ALFORD SLATON IRBY
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Friday, 10 August 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
GREENVILLE—Annie Alford Irby, 82, of 1611 E. Washington St., died Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2001.
Born in Pineville [Mecklenburg Co.], N.C., she was a daughter of the late Walter Joseph and Mary Kathryn Lear Alford, and widow of Lewis A. Irby. She was retired from Stone Manufacturing Company and was a member of Laurens Road United Methodist Church, where she was active in all phases of church work.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Leon (Iris) Reece of Greenville, eight grandchildren, Jens Slaton, Anke Slaton, Wallace, Kerry Reece, Karen Reece Johnson, Leslie Reece, Matthew Slaton, Joshua Slaton, Zachary Slaton and three great-grandchildren, Adam Reed Johnson, Rachel Ann Johnson and Allison Elaine Wallace. She was predeceased by a son, Jim Slaton.
…. Visitation: 6:30 to 8 p.m. today at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown. Service: 2 p.m. Saturday at Laurens Road United Methodist Church. Burial: Greenville Memorial Gardens….
Photo from Greenville Memorial Gardens, Piedmont, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Karen & Buddy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Annie E. Irby (SS# issued in NC) was born 3 May 1919, last residence Greenville, Greenville Co.
See the obituary of her half-brother William Jennings Alford; and her sister-in-law Annie Mae Alford (wife of half-brother Leroy)—which includes additional genealogical information—in this compilation.
Annie’s parents were married on 6 May 1906 in Mecklenberg Co., NC: Walter Alford, age 32, and Katie Lear, age 25. It was his second marriage and her first.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #10.
Her lineage: Annie 1919 NC1, Walter Joseph 1874 NC2, Joseph H. 1839 VA3, Joseph 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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ANNIE ELIZABETH ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 10 July 2001
DILLON—Services for Annie Elizabeth Alford will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Bethel AME Church with burial in Rest Haven Cemetery. House of Thomas Funeral Home is in charge. Mrs. Alford died July 4, 2001.
Born in Dillon, she was a daughter of the late Ben Alford Sr. and Lizzie Alford McDaniel. She was a member of Bethel AME Church where she was active with the Soup Kitchen and the Missionary Board. She was a member of the Business and Professional Women’s Club.
Surviving are a sister, Mamie Rivers; stepsister, Miriam Daniels; several nieces and nephews.
In another article:
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 10 July 2001
Name: Annie Elizabeth Alford
Parents: Ben Alford Sr. and Lizzie Alford McDaniel
Date of Birth: May 15, 1921
Place of Birth: Dillon
Date of Death: Wednesday, July 4
Place of Death: her residence
Place of Burial: Rest Haven Cemetery
Photo from Resthaven Cemetery, Floydale, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Annie E. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
Resthaven Cemetery in Dillon Co. traditionally serves the African-American community.
1930 CENSUS
Dillon (District 17), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #332:
Lizzie Alford head B 30 SC SC SC laundress widow
Annie E. dau B 8 SC SC SC
Ben son B 6 SC SC SC
Mamie E. dau B 4 SC SC SC
Probably:
1920 CENSUS
Dillon (District 33), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #399:
Ben Alford head B 26 SC SC SC laborer
Ben has not been located in previous censuses.
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ANNIE ELIZABETH ALFORD JOHNSON
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 29 August 1989
Name: Ann Elizabeth Alford Johnson
Parents: Alexander and Anna Belle Alford
Spouse: Frank C. Johnson
Date of Birth/Age: Age 77
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Aug. 16
Place of Death: her home in Dillon
Place of Burial: Pine Hill Cemetery AA
Photo from Pine Hill AME Church Cemetery, Latta, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Adam Crum
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Anne E. Johnson (SS# issued in NY) was born 8 October 1911 [different than gravestone] and died _____ Aug 1989, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituary of her brother Alexander Alford Jr. in this compilation.
Pine Hill AME Church Cemetery in Dillon Co. traditionally serves the African-American community.
1930 CENSUS
Bethea (District 4), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #126:
Alex L. Alford head B 39 SC SC SC farmer
age 20 at 1st marriage
Anna wife B 39 SC SC SC age 20 at 1st marriage
Anna L. dau B 18 SC SC SC
James son B 16 SC SC SC
Alexander Jr. son B 15 SC SC SC
Robert son B 11 SC SC SC
Edmona dau B 9 SC SC SC
Reney dau B 8 SC SC SC
John R. son B 6 SC SC SC
Mary J. dau B 4 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Bethea (District 20), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #399:
Alexander Alford head B 28 SC SC SC farm laborer
Anna Bell wife B 29 SC SC SC
Annie E. dau B 8 SC SC SC
James E. son B 7 SC SC SC
Alexander Jr. son B 5 SC SC SC
Robert son B 1-3/12 SC SC SC
Cousar nephew B 10 SC SC SC
Probably: On Alexander Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 26, a farm laborer living in Latta, Dillon Co., SC. He was born 14 May 1891 and has a wife and 4 children. He signed with his mark.
An SSDI record for Alexander Alford (SS# issued in SC) shows that he was born 14 May 1891 and died _____ Jan 1964, last residence SC.
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ANNIE G. ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 16 January 2005
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Annie Alford, of 719 Parrish Dr., departed this life, Saturday, Jan. 15, 2005 at her home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Troy Funeral Home of Mullins.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Annie G. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 December 1913.
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ANNIE IDA OSBORNE ALFORD
Grandmother of Michael Boyd Alford, AAFA #0495
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 18 December 1946
HARTSVILLE [Darlington Co.], Dec. 17—Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Alford, 51, will be held from the Brown-Pennington funeral home at four o’clock Wednesday afternoon..... Interment will be in Magnolia Cemetery. Mrs. Alford died at a Florence Hospital Tuesday morning [December 17] following an illness of several months.
Surviving are her husband, T.B. [Thomas Bradley] Alford; two sons, J.T. [James T.] and Jack Alford; three daughters, Mrs. Richard [Letha Mae] Wadsworth, Mrs. G.B. [Mary Leona] Gardner, and Mrs. Laverne [Doris] Weaver.
AAFA NOTES: AAFA records show that Mary Annie Ida Osborne was born 31 Jan 1896, the daughter of James Marion Osborne and Mary Viola Conell. She married Thomas Bradley Alford on 5 July 1914 in Darlington Co., SC. She is enumerated as Annie on censuses.
See the obituary of her son James Thomas “J.T.” Alford and her husband’s second wife, Annie Bell Griggs Adams Alford, in this compilation.
1920 CENSUS
Darlington (District 3), Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #71
John R. Alford head 68 SC
Mary Alford wife 58 SC
T.B. Alford son 23 SC
[Where is he in 1900 and 1910? He is not with his parents.]
Annie Alford dau-in-law 23 SC
James Alford grandson 3 SC
Letha M. Alford granddau 5/12 SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s lineage: Thomas Bradley 1895 SC1, John Robeson 1852 SC2, Arthur 1803 SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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ANNIE JANE SMITH ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 23 February 1940
MRS. ANNIE ALFORD DIES AT SCRANTON
SCRANTON. Feb. 22—Mrs. Annie J. Alford, 74, widow of the late John W. Alford, Confederate veteran, died at the home of her son, S.J. Alford here early this morning. She had been ill several weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 2 o’clock Friday afternoon at Sand Hill church in the Hanna community….
Mrs. Alford is survived by the following children: Mrs. R.F. Miles of Lake City, Miss Irene Alford of Scranton, S.J. Alford of Scranton, Mrs. Edward George of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Joel Alford of Lake City.
Surviving step-sons are, E.P. Alford of Coshocton, Ohio, J.C. [John Chancellor] Alford of Cheraw and Ellie Alford of Andrews.
One sister, Mrs. Ollie Stokes of Faverville, also survives, together with a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In another article:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 23 February 1940
Photo from Saint Johns Cemetery, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gerald Alford, AAFA #0250
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her son Joel Daniel Alford; and stepsons Ellie Parker Alford and William Robert Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her daughter Alice Wester Alford Miles in Kentucky Obituaries; of her daughter Charlotte E. Alford George in California Obituaries; and of her stepson Emanuel Peachman Alford Sr. in Ohio Obituaries.
Annie was the fourth wife of John William Alford. He was the son of an unknown Alford and Elizabeth Harrell.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her husband’s lineage: John William 1844 SC1, unknown2.
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ANNIE LEE ALFORD STACKHOUSE
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 28 October 1950
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Funeral services for Mrs. Anne [sic] Lee Alford Stackhouse, 71, wife of Marvin M. Stackhouse of Dillon, will be held at the residence on Main Street this afternoon at 3:30.... Burial will be in Riverside cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Cecil Wiggins, Bennie Wiggins, Jewel McLaurin, Sam Ervin, Henry Bethea, Laval Osteen and R.A. Braddy.
A daughter of the late B.A. and Mary Campbell Alford, she was born in Robeson county, N.C., and in 1904 married Mr. Stackhouse and lived the balance of her life in Dillon, where Mr. Stackhouse has been active in construction work, and a member of city council for the past 25 years. [This paragraph was printed with lines out of order—this is the order that seems correct.]
Mrs. Stackhouse was a member of the Methodist Church.
Besides her husband, she is survived by three sons, Herbert M. Stackhouse of Dillon, the Reverend William C. Stackhouse of Greeleyville; Glenn A. Stackhouse of San Francisco, Cal.; two daughters, Miss Mary E. Stackhouse of Dillon and Mrs. Laurie M. Ervin of Dillon; two brothers, J.C. [James Cousar] and W.B. [William Benjamin] Alford, both of Dillon; two sisters, Mrs. W.M. McClean [Viola] of Dillon, Mrs. S.P. Williams [probably Sophie Wiggins listed in the obituaries of her siblings] of Columbia.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her mother, Mary Elizabeth Campbell Alford; and siblings James Cousar Alford, Viola Alford McLean, and William Benjamin Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Annie Lee 1879 SC1, Benjamin Ancel 1852 SC2, Benjamin Lee 1809 NC3, Elias 1779 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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ANNIE LOUISE JEFFORDS HALFORD
Photo from her grandson Randall Robinson – used with permission
EVENING HERALD
Rock Hill, York Co., SC—Monday, 24 November 1930
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, James Clyde Halford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her son James Everette Halford in Texas Obituaries; of her son Joseph Clyde Halford in New Mexico Obituaries; of her daughter Mary Louise “Mayme” Halford Roehrs Gilbert in Washington Obiuaries; and of her daughter Pretto Elliott Halford Robinson in California Obituaries.
In 2019, a Find A Grave photographer reported that Annie has no gravestone in Laurelwood Cemetery, Rock Hill, York Co., SC, but surrounding graves and cemetery records verify that she is buried there.
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ANNIE MAE ALFORD
AUGUSTA CHRONICLE
Augusta, Richmond Co., GA—Friday, 12 November 1999
BEECH ISLAND [Aiken Co., SC]—Mrs. Annie Mae Alford, 94, died Thursday, Nov. 11, 1999, at Beverly Manor Nursing Home. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church [Jackson, Aiken Co., SC].... Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Alford, a native of Ellenton, was a member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church.
Survivors include a son, James L. Alford, Charlotte, N.C.; a daughter, Edna Broome, Beech Island; and seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be G.L. Belger, Jack Morris, Fred Hill, Alfred Davis, Wade Key and Tommy Bullard.
…. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home [North Augusta, Aiken Co., SC].
Photos from Wesley United Methodist Church Cemetery, Jackson, Aiken Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Debbie Lindsay
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Annie M. Alford (SS# issued in VA) was born 23 March 1905, last residence Augusta, Richmond Co., GA.
See the obituary of her daughter Edna Alford Broome in this compilation.
She is buried next to her husband, Leroy Alford, 27 Oct 1897 – 19 June 1978. He died in Richmond Co., GA, on 19 June 1978 (Georgia Deaths, 1919–98, Ancestry).
1930 CENSUS
Augusta (District 17), Richmond Co., GA, Dwelling #26:
Maggie M. Scott head 43 GA GA GA age 15 at 1st marriage
Annie M. Alford dau 25 SC SC GA age 18 at 1st marriage
Leroy Alford son-in-law 33 SC NC NC age 27 at 1st marriage
cotton mill weaver
Edna L. granddaughter 3 GA SC SC
Eliza B. Johnson mother 64 SC SC SC widow
1930 CENSUS
Pineville (District 73), Mecklenburg Co., NC, p. 8B:
[dwelling and family numbers are restarted with each street]
Walter J. Alford head 56 NC NC NC “none”
age 20 at first marriage
Katie wife 47 NC NC NC cotton mill – warps
age 26 at first marriage
Jennings son 30 SC NC NC cotton mill – weaver
Fred W. son 18 NC NC NC cotton mill – weaver
Ruth H. dau 16 NC NC NC cotton mill – weaver
Annie dau 10 NC NC NC
1920 CENSUS
Pineville (District 179), Mecklenburg Co., NC, Dwelling #179:
Walter J. Alford head 46 NC NC NC cotton mill operator
Kate wife 38 NC NC NC
Ray son 21 NC NC NC cotton mill operator
William J. son 20 NC NC NC cotton mill operator
Fred W. son 8 NC NC NC
Ruth H. dau 5 NC NC NC
Annie E. dau 8/12 NC NC NC
1910 CENSUS
Pineville (District 179), Mecklenburg Co., NC, Dwelling #171:
[In same dwelling as Frank Ayers family—no new dwelling or family numbers]
Walter J. Alford head 36 NC NC NC second marriage 4 years weaver
Katie wife 27 NC NC NC first marriage 4 years weaver
Ethel dau 7/12 SC NC NC
1900 CENSUS
Union (District 78), Union Co., SC, Dwelling #337:
Boarding with the J.D. High family:
Walter Alford boarder 26 b. Jan 1874 NC NC NC weaver
married 6 years
Pat boarder 24 b. Feb 1876 NC NC NC weaver
2 children, 2 living
Leroy boarder 3 b. Mar 1897 NC NC NC
W.J. boarder 6/12 b. Dec 1899 NC NC NC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #10.
Her husband’s lineage: Leroy 1897 NC1, Walter Joseph 1874 NC2, Joseph H. 1839 VA3, Joseph 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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ANNIE MAY ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Wednesday, 10 August 1955
Name: Annie May Alford
Parents: Moses & Bessie Alford
Date of Birth/Age: 2
Date of Death: Sunday
Place of Death: Minturn
AAFA NOTES: AAFA is not able to identify this family.
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ANNIE NASH ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 25 May 1964
LATTA—Miss Annie Alford, 96, an aunt of State Democratic party Chairman Yancey McLeod, died at her residence, “The Cedars,” in the Bingham section of Dillon County Sunday afternoon.
Funeral services will be held at 4:30 p.m. Monday at the residence with burial in Alford Cemetery.
She was a daughter of the late William McDonald and Sara Elizabeth McLean Alford.
Other survivors include a nephew and two nieces.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: AAFA records show that Annie Nash Alford was born 11 February 1868 in SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, William McDonald Alford and Sarah Elizabeth McLean Alford; and siblings Douschka Marion Alford, Elizabeth Alford McLeod, Ella McDonald Alford, Julia Henrietta Alford, Mary Grace Alford, McPherson McLean Alford, Edwin Plummer Alford, Robert Lee Alford, and William Baskin Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Annie Nash 1868 SC1, William McDonald 1827 SC2, Neill Little 1799 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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ANNIE ROGERS ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 27 December 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Services for Annie Rogers Alford will be held at 2 p.m. today at New Holly United Methodist Church, with burial in the church cemetery. House of Thomas Funeral Home is in charge. Ms. Alford died December 21, 2001.
Born in Dillon County, she was a daughter of the late Will and Catherine Rogers.
Surviving are daughters, Mary Whittington, Emma McKinnon, Annie Lynch, Sallie Dandaridge, Annie Platt; sons, Henry, Nathaniel Alford; sisters, Katherin McDuffie, Susie McLaurin; grandchildren; great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Annie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 5 July 1913, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co.
The House of Thomas Funeral Home traditionally serves the African-American community.
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ANNIE SPEARS DAVID ALFORD
Grandmother of Howard Alford Jr., AAFA #0274
[Although she died in FL, we are also including her obituary here because she is buried in and has close ties to SC.
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 5 November 1925
Mrs. Annie S. Alford, formerly of Dillon, died suddenly at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William E. Gary in Tampa, Fla. last Thursday [October 29]. Mrs. Alford was in Dillon a few weeks ago and appeared to be in such excellent health that news of her death was a great shock to her many friends and relatives in the section. The body was brought to Dillon Saturday and interment was made at the Alford cemetery following the funeral service at the home of her sister, Mrs. E.T. Elliott.
Mrs. Alford was one of the pioneer citizens of Dillon, and resided here until a few years ago when she went to Goldsboro to stay with her daughter, Mrs. Mamie Burroughs.
She was the widow of the late James Frierson Alford who preceded her to the grave many years ago.
Mrs. Alford is survived by the following children; Mrs. Chas. H. Burroughs of Goldsboro, N.C.; Mrs. William E. Gary, of Tampa, Fla; Howard Alford, of Sumter; T. Brooks Alford, of Charleston; Jas. F. Alford of Dillon; W. Frank Alford and William D. Alford of Tampa. She is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Dr. J.H. David, William J. David, Mrs. C.S. Browne and Mrs. E.T. Elliott of Dillon.
Mrs. Alford was a life-long member of the Baptist church and lived a consistent Christian life. She was a woman of great strength of mind and character who met life’s problems with unflinching courage.
Many friends and relatives gathered at the graveside to pay a last tribute to her memory and the large collection of floral offerings attested to the high esteem and deep affection in which she was held in her circle of friends.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. W.C. Allen, of the Baptist church, assisted by Rev. F.H. Hay of the Presbyterian Church.
The following nephews acted as pallbearers, Frank, Will and Thos. David, Robert and Terrel Rogers, Harry Dixon, Augustus Alford and James Alford.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, James Frierson Alford Sr.; her sons James Frierson Alford Jr., Thomas Brooks Alford, and William Frank Alford; and her grandson Howard Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son William David Alford in Florida Obituaries.
From AAFA records, Annie Spears David was born in Bennetsville, Marlboro Co., SC, the daughter of William Josiah David and Rebecca Lucretia Spears.
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ARCHIE LEAMON ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—12 January 1952
CONWAY, Jan 11—Archie L. Alford, 44, farmer of Bayboro Section of Horry County, died in a Mullins hospital about 4:15 p.m. Fricday after an illness of several weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Berea Baptist Church…. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Active and honorary pallbearers will be members of Bayboro WOW Camp 490.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County March 18, 1907, the son of Jesse and Lillie Smith Alford. He was a member of WOW Camp 490 and Berea Church.
Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Sallie Johnson Alford; five sons, Leamon Alford, Billy Elbert Alford, Kales L. Alford, Jesse B. Alford and Thomas W. Alford of Bayboro, two daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Lillie Page of Loris and Miss Elma Jane Alford of the home; a brother, Burley Alford of Bayboro, a half-sister, Mrs. Mary Perritt of Mullins [Marion Co.], and two grandchildren.
Photos from Berea Baptist Baptist Church Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Smith
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of wife, Sally Jane Johnson Alford; children Elma Jane Alford Johnson and Leamon Junior Alford; and parents, Lillie Smith Alford and Jesse James Alford, in this compilation.
1920 CENSUS
Bayboro (District 79), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #169:
Jessie Alford head 40 SC SC SC farmer
Lilly wife 35 SC SC SC
Archie son 10 SC SC SC
Pearlie son 8 SC SC SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Archie Leamon 1907 SC1, Jesse James 1880 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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ARLENE BOLYN ALFORD WOODBURY
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—27 January 2009
COLUMBIA—Arlene Bolyn Woodbury, the wife of Archie C. Woodbury and a native of Hemingway, went to be with the Lord on January 25, 2009, at her West Columbia residence.
Mrs. Woodbury was born December 6, 1933, in Hemingway, the daughter of Isaac Watts Bolyn and Annie Matthews Bolyn. As a southern lady, she devoted her life to the role as a wife and mother. She will always be remembered for her sacrificial and unconditional love and care to her husband, children, and her special daughter, Diane. She was a member of the Huggins Chapel Southern Methodist Church and currently attended the Congaree Baptist Church in Pine Ridge.
Arlene leaves behind her devoted and faithful Archie. They were married on October 20, 1961, and celebrated 48 years together. From their union survives: three children, Charles Edward Chuck Alford of Lexington, Denise W. (Dawson) Mitchell of Pine Ridge, and a special daughter, Diane Woodbury of W. Columbia; 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Also surviving is a daughter-in-law, Wendy Woodbury of Chambersburg, PA; and two brothers, Joseph Bolyn of Florida and Oneal (Ruth) Bolyn of Hemingway.
She was predeceased by her parents, and a son, Randy R. Woodbury.
Funeral services will be 2 PM, Wednesday, January 28, 2009, in the Huggins Chapel Southern Methodist Church…. Interment will be follow in the Poplar Hill Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery directed by the Hemingway Chapel of McKenzie Funeral Home….
Photo from Poplar Hill Free Will Baptist Cemetery, Hermingway, Williamsburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Remember me
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Arlene B. Woodbury (SS# issued in SC), last residence West Columbia, Lexington, SC.
See the obituaries of her first husband, Rudolph Carey Alford Jr.; and son Charles Edward “Chuck” Alford in this compilation.
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SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 30 November 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
GALIVANTS FERRY—[Horry Co.]—Mr. Arnal Tracy Alford, 85, husband of Rhoda Jane Rabon Alford, died Monday, Nov. 28, 2005 at Marion County Medical Center after an illness.
Mr. Alford was born Mar. 22, 1920 in Horry County, a son of the late Howard and Claudia Bell Martin Alford. He was a retired farmer and a U.S. Army veteran, having served in World War II. Mr. Alford was a member of Pineview Baptist Church.
Surviving Mr. Alford in addition to his wife of the home are his children, Howard Tracy (Carlyene) Alford of Galivants Ferry, Russell Mitchell ( Mary) Alford of Milwaukee, Wis. and Patsy (Waylon) Johnson of Galivants Ferry; seven grandchildren, Russell Alford Jr., Donald Tracy Alford, Shane Alford, Michell Alford, Amanda Alford, Arnal (Stephanie) Johnson and Sophia (Tyson) Chestnut and their children, Hunter and Hanna Chestnut; six other great-grandchildren; a brother, Dolphus Alford of Mullins; and a sister, Dorothy Rabon of Aynor.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 30 at the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home…. Burial will follow in Rehoboth United Methodist Church Cemetery….
Photo from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, rdsxfan
Photo from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
Photo taken 22 Aug 2011
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Tracy Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 20 March 1920.
See the obituaries of his wife, Rhoda Jane Rabon Alford; son Howard Tracy Alford; parents, Howard H. Alford and Claudia Bell Martin Alford; and siblings Dorothy Jane Alford Rabon, Hursel Lenneau Alford, Lacy Howard Alford, and Lonnie Dolphus Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Arnal Tracy 1920 SC1, Howard H. 1895 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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ARTHUR ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 12 October 2012
DARLINGTON—Funeral services for Mr. Arthur Alford of Darlington will be conducted 12:00 o’clock noon Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012 at Round O Missionary Baptist Church…. Interment will follow in the church cemetery directed by Jordan Funeral Home, Inc.
Mr. Alford was born in Darlington County Oct. 6 1928, a son of the late Abe and Elizabeth Alford.
He died Tuesday October 9, 2012.
He received his education in the Darlington County Public School System. He was employed at the Budd Company in Philadelphia until he retired in 1994. He was a member of Herbert E Millen Masonic Lodge 151 PHA. After moving back to Darlington he became a member of Eastbound Masonic Lodge # 147.
Survivors are: his wife; Geneva J. Alford; six daughters, Eloise (Thomas) Bolen, Ineatha (Danny) Hall, Gwendolyn (Gilbert) Whaley, Sharon (Stanley) Carn, Yolanda Alford, and Genora (Donald) Hill; one son Johnnie Gregg; 27 grandchildren, 36 great-grand children, 3 great-great grand children; two sisters, Hazel (Robert) McDonald and Willie (David) Anderson; 3 sisters in-law, 3 brothers-in-law; a special aunt, Sue Genia Josey; a special cousin, Everlena Smith; a special longtime friend Paul Sims; and a host of nieces, nephew, cousins and other friends.
Eastbound Masonic Lodge #147 will perform final rites 6:00PM this evening in the funeral home chapel….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his sister Hazel Mae Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Abie Jerome “Jay” Alford in Pennsylvania Obituaries.
1940 census, Kings, Williamsburg Co., SC—all living in Darlington Co., in 1935:
Abe Alford head B 30 SC saw mill planer
Elizabeth wife B 9 SC
Hazel dau B 12 SC
Arthur son B 10 SC
Jerome son B 8 SC
Daniel son B 6 SC
Willie son B 5 SC
[Willie is named as a sister in Hazel’s obituary.]
Walter bro B 24 SC saw mill laborer
1930 census, Mont Clare, Darlington Co., SC—where are children?:
Abram Alford head B 23 SC saw mill laborer
age 20 at 1st marriage
Lizzie wife B 24 SC age 21 at 1st marriage
His lineage: Arthur 1928 SC1, Abe 1904 SC2, Willie 1892 SC3, Peter 1870 SC4.
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ARTHUR ALFORD, JR.
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 23 March 2019
Funeral services for Mr. Arthur Alford, Jr. will be conducted 12:00 Noon, Monday, March 25, 2019 at Greater Gethsemane Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ, Inc. with burial to follow in Round O Cemetery. He died on Wednesday, March 20, 2019.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
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ARTHUR LANEAU ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 24 March 1950
Photo from Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted through C. Plaisance, with credit given to Horry County Historic Cemetery Registration Project.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Berry Coleman Alford and Glenn Cook Alford, and siblings Annie Alma Alford Elvington, Billy F. Alford, Edna Alford Gerrald, H.B. Alford, and Leatha Alford Beaver in this compilation.
From SC Deaths: Arthur Lanneau Alford, never married, died 23 March 1950 in Mullins, Marion Co., SC. He was born 30 Nov 1925 [different than gravestone], son of Berry Coleman Alford and Glen Cooke.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Arthur Laneau 1925 SC1, Berry Coleman 1891 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B 1780 SC?6, William 1760 NC?7.
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ARTHURLEEN HARDWICK CANNON ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Saturday, 20 August 2016
GEORGETOWN—Mrs. Arthurleen Hardwick Cannon Alford, 84, widow of William Cole Alford, and Samuel Earl Cannon, died Thursday, August 18, 2016, at Vibra Hospital of Charleston, SC.
Mrs. Alford was born in Conway on June 26, 1932, a daughter of the late William Arthur Hardwick and Pearl Ester Bellamy Hardwick. Mrs. Alford grew up in Conway and attended Conway High School. She was a member of Herbert Memorial United Methodist Church that she loved. Mrs. Alford had a great love of cooking and sewing. She enjoyed family gatherings. Mrs. Alford was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-mother, and friend.
Surviving are: two sons, Jimmy Earl Cannon and Francis Christopher Ackerman; and a former daughter-in-law, Diane H. Wilson; a step-son, William Cole Alford, Jr., and six grand-children; three great-grandchildren; three brothers, Eston, Carl, and John Hardwick; and four sisters, Essie Adair, Betty Alford, Joyce Cunningham, and Judy Bishop.
In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Alford was predeceased by, a son, Wendell Arthur Cannon, a daughter, Shirley Ann Cannon Wilson, two grand-sons, Jimmy “Bubba” Earl Cannon, Jr., and John Harvey Wilson, III; and three brothers.
Funeral Services will be Wednesday afternoon, August 24. 2016 at two o’clock at Herbert Memorial United Methodist Church….
Burial will follow in Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens…. The Georgetown Chapel of Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, William Cole Alford Sr., in this compilation.
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ASHLEY LEVI ALFORD III
Uncle of John Ashley Alford, AAFA #1289
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 19 June 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Fall 1998
GALIVANTS FERRY [Horry Co.]—Ashley Levi Alford, 75, died Wednesday June 17, 1998, at Conway Hospital.
He was born in Horry County, a son of the late Levey and Carrie Page Alford
He was the widower of Iona Barnhill “Tony” Alford.
He was a retired carpenter and a member of Methodist Rehobeth Church and the Woodmen of the World.
Survivors include a brother, Leon Alford of Conway: two sisters, Ida Hardwick of Aynor and Sallie Mae Rogers of Columbia: a grandson; and two great-grandsons.
The funeral will be at 4 p.m. today at Methodist Rehobeth Church. Burial will be in Methodist Rehobeth Cemetery....
Meares Funeral Home of Mullins is in charge.
Photo from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that A.L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 24 April 1923.
See the obituaries of his wife, Iona V. “Tony” Barnhill Alford; son Leo Alford; parents, Ashley Levi Alford Jr. and Carrie Mae Page Alford; and siblings Ida Louisa Alford Hardwick, Leon Jehu Alford Sr., Loretta Froline Alford Perritt, and Sallie Mae Alford Rogers in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Ashley Levi 1923 SC1, Ashley Levi 1885 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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ASHLEY LEVI ALFORD, JR.
Grandfather of John Ashley Alford, AAFA #1289
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 28 July 1949
Photo from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Carrie Mae Page Alford.; children Ashley Levi Alford III, Ida Louisa Alford Hardwick, Leon Jehu Alford Sr., Loretta Froline Alford Perritt, and Sallie Mae Alford Rogers; father, Ashley Levi Alford Sr.; and brothers George Washington Alford and Jesse James Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Ashley Levi 1885 SC1, Ashley Levi 1842 SC2, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC3, John B. 1780 NC4, William 1760 NC5.
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ASHLEY LEVI ALFORD, SR.
Great-Grandfather of John Ashley Alford, AAFA #1289
“Ashley L. Alford & Wife, Dorcas Cannon with Grandaughter Mary”
Posted to Ashley’s Find A Grave memorial by Keith Edwards
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 10 May 1909
Photo from Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, rdsxfan
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his sons Ashley Levi Alford Jr., George Washington Alford, and Jesse James Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Ashley Levi 1842 SC1, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC2, John B. 1780 NC3, William 1760 NC4.
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AUBURN LAYTON “BERNIE” ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 18 March 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Auburn L. ‘‘Bernie’’ Alford, 77, died Sunday, March 16, 2003, at Marion County Medical Center.
He was born Oct. 8, 1925, in Loris, a son of the late James Harrison and Fannie Jones Alford.
He lived in Lakeland, Fla., and was a grocery retailer and mobile home park manager for several years before returning to Loris. He became an insurance agent with Independent Life and Accident Insurance Co. in 1959. He attended many seminars and was the recipient of numerous achievement awards. He was a graduate of L.U.T.C. He was a member and former president of the National Life Underwriters Association. He retired as staff manager with Independent Life Insurance Co. with 30 years of service. He was an active member of Mullins First Baptist Church, the Ready Sunday school class, former secretary of Adult III department and other activities including the brotherhood.
He was a World War II Navy veteran and served on the USS Hooper Island repair ship in the South Pacific. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 6122 and a member and past commander of the American Legion Post No. 89. He was an avid golfer and one of the original members of Pineland Country Club.
He was a member of Pee Dee Seniors Golf Association. He was a former member at Bay Tree Golf Plantation in North Myrtle Beach where he achieved a hole-in-one on Father’s Day in 1976. He enjoyed his flower gardens and taking care of his yard work. He was a devoted husband, father, friend and ‘‘Gramps’’ to his only grandson.
He was predeceased by two brothers, James W. Alford and Charlie Rupert Alford; and a sister, Gussie Alford Williamson.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Clara Spivey Alford of the home; two daughters, Sharon ‘‘Sherry’’ Alford Wells and her husband, John, of Elgin and Auburn Ann ‘‘Auby’’ Alford Rogers and her husband, Steve, of Dillon; a special grandson, Harrison Ross Wells of Elgin; sister-in-law, Willow Alford of Loris; and three nephews, Ervin Alford, Charlie Alford of Loris and Jimmy Phillips of Atlanta.
Visitation will be from 7 to 9 tonight at Meares Funeral Home in Mullins. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Mullins First Baptist Church…. Entombment will be in Red Hill Memorial Gardens Mausoleum….
Photo from Red Hill Memorial Gardens, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Auburn L. Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Mullins, Marion Co.
See the obituaries of his parents, James Harrison Alford [with census reports] and Fannie Jones Alford; his brother James Wilbur Alford; and his sister-in-law Willow Grey Heniford Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Auburn Layton “Bernie” 1925 SC1, James Harrison 1881 SC2, Warren Tress 1842 SC3, Warren Tress ???? SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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AUDREY ANN ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 29 November 1988
Name: Miss Audrey Ann Alford
Parents: Ola Frances Huggins Alford and Julius Thomas Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 43
Place of Birth: Marion County
Date of Death: Monday, November 21, 1988
Place of Burial: Methodist-Rehobeth Cemetery of Galivants Ferry
Photo from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Audrey A. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 24 Nov 1944, last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Ola Frances Huggins Alford and Julius Thomas Alford, and her brother Julius Michael Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Audrey Ann 1944 SC1, Julius Thomas 1912 SC2, Daniel Mayberry 1883 SC3, Ashley Levi 1842 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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AUDREY MCLEOD ALFORD
Wife of Howard Alford Jr., AAFA #0274
CLARENDON CITIZEN
Manning, Clarendon Co., SC—27 September 2012
Audrey McLeod Alford, 86, widow of Howard Alford, died Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012, at McElveen Manor.
Born in Pinewood, she was a daughter of the late James Wilson McLeod and Mary Dawkins McLeod. Mrs. Alford was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church, and she was a former employee of Big Star Grocery Store.
Surviving are three sons, Mike Alford and wife, Debby, Ricky Alford and Kenneth Alford, all of Sumter; one daughter, Marianne A. Jeffords and husband, Reuben, of Sumter; five sisters, Janet M. Trembley, Thelma M. McLeod and Geraldine Timmons, all of Sumter, Kathleen Roberson of Augusta, Ga., and Barbara Morris of Manning; six grandchildren, James Alford, Meredith A. West, Ginnie Spiegel, Wendi Lavina, Andrew Squires and Patrick Squires; seven great-grandchildren, Lorianne Spiegel, Malorie Spiegel, Carnes Spiegel, Cannon West, Drew Squires, Kole Squires and Sawyer Lavina.
She was preceded in death by two brothers, Bill McLeod and Pete McLeod; and a sister, Ruth Bartlette.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Westminster Presbyterian Churc…. Burial will be in Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Elmore Hill McCreight Funeral Home….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Howard Alford Jr., in this compilation. It includes photos of their shared gravestone.
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AUSTIN TAYLOR ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 18 October 2018
MARION—Austin Taylor Alford, 19, passed away at his home Wednesday, October 17, 2018. Services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at Richardson Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion, a son of Jennifer Lundie Alford and George L. Alford.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brothers, Henry and Johnny Smith, a sister, Elizabeth Alford and grandmother, Frances Alford….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
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BARBARA ANN THORNTON ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ December 2006
LATTA—Graveside services for Barbara Ann Alford will be held 4:00 p.m. Wednesday in Greenlawn Cemetery directed by Cooper Funeral Home….
Mrs. Alford, 72, died Sunday, December 10, 2006 at her residence after an illness.
Born in Ohio, September 19, 1934, she was the daughter of the late William Thornton and Nellie Rush Thornton. She was a homemaker.
Survivors include her daughter, Nellie & Andy Aston of Latta; grandsons, Andrew Aston and Mark Aston, both of Latta.
Photo from Greenlawn Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Allen David Alford; and daughter Nellie Alford Aston in this compilation.
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BARBARA CROW HALLFORD
May 23, 1944 - February 22, 2015
Photo and dates from Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home
AIKEN STANDARD
Aiken, Aiken Co., SC—Tuesday, 24 February 2015
AIKEN, SC—Barbara Crow Hallford, 70, beloved wife of Robert L. “Bob” Hallford, died Sunday, February 22, 2015 at Pepper Hill Nursing Center.
A native of Spartanburg, SC, Barbara was a daughter of The Reverend Dr. Raymond and Odessa Dalton Crow. She lived in Aiken since the 1970’s and worked at J. B. White’s for 24 years and Dillard’s for 3 years. She then worked part-time at the Whiskey Road Branch of Security Federal Bank. Barbara was a member of Millbrook Baptist Church. She loved the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion held annually in Greenville, SC and attended 24 consecutive years.
Survivors, in addition to her husband and parents, include a daughter, Michele C. Shackford (David J.), Aiken; a son, Jeff Hallford (Bhanu), Knoxville, TN; four grandchildren, Kristen Cook, Sean Cook, Brantley Hallford, Jared Hallford; three brothers, Ray Crow (Judy), Shelby, NC, Mike Crow (Linda), Springfield, AR, Tom Crow (Cathy) Aiken.
The family will receive friends at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home Thursday beginning at 1 o’clock in the afternoon followed by the funeral service at 2 o’clock….
Interment will follow in Bethany Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David Shackford, Sean Cook, Millard Howington, Larry McClain, Don Gibson and Joe DeHart.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association….
Photo from Bethany Cemetery, Aiken, Aiken Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nala
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
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BARBARA EVANS ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 5 April 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Services for Barbara E. Alford were held on April 4, 2002. Burial was in St. Mary Cemetery. Greene’s Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Alford died on March 31, 2002. She was the daughter of Aretha Farmer and Lonnie Evans.
Her parents, her husband, Keevy Alford, children, Atilio Evans, Kayle and Ashley Alford, Tyree Eagle, sister, Janice Evans, brothers, Lonnie, Kenneth, and Ricky Evans all survive her.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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BARBARA GAYLE GOSS PASSMORE ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Sunday, 6 November 2005
Barbara Gayle Goss Passmore Alford, 61, formerly of Greenville, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2005.
Born in Greenville, she was a daughter of the late James B. Goss, Sr. and Hassie Mae Hall Goss.
Surviving are her husband, Bill Alford, of Seneca [Oconee Co.]; a daughter and son-in-law, Trisha and Greg Black, of Virginia Beach, Va.; a son, Russell Cox, of Virginia Beach, Va.; four sisters, Betty Crook and her husband, Bob, of Greenville, Ruby Goss of Mauldin, Linda Mason and her husband, Henry, of Greenville, and Tammy Lowe of Greenville; an aunt, Edna Galloway, of Easley; an uncle, Rev. Charles Goss and his wife, Ann, of Simpsonville; a granddaughter, Tina, of Travelers Rest; three great-grandchildren, Andrew and Alex Clark and Kayla Townsend, of Travelers Rest; and many nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Alford was predeceased by a husband, Luther Passmore.
Services will be held on Monday at 3 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Northwest…. Burial will be at Graceland Cemetery, West.
Memorials may be made to her great-grandchildren’s trust c/o Bank of Travelers Rest.
The family is at the home of her sister, Linda Mason, 11 Catawba Street, Greenville.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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BARBARA LANE ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 4 June 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Services for Barbara Lane Alford, 69, 4 p.m. Thursday at Cooper Funeral Home with entombment in Riverside Cemetery....
Born in Dillon Co., a daughter of D.W. and Ruth Lane, she died June 2, 2003.
Surviving are sons, Johnny, Jack, siblings, Miriam Harrelson, Diane Hyatt, Guy, Freddie Lane; grands, Tara, Curt, Ryan, Jennifer Alford, Keith Leviner, Brandon Griggs, Danielle Mathews; great-grands.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
A summarized obituary from Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald, lists her birth date as 25 June 1933 and her parents as D.W. and Ruth P. Lane.
See the obituary of her husband, John Carlie Alford, in this compilation.
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BELLE SCOTT “SCOTTI” LAWTON ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 10 December 2016
CHAPIN—Mrs. Belle Scott (Scotti) Lawton Alford passed away in her home on December 7th 2016 in Chapin.
Scotti is survived by her husband Charlie Alford of Chapin SC; her daughters Paula Roach (Eric); Sara Ponds (Benjamin); her son Jeremiah Alford and her six grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her father Paul Lawton Sr.; mother Marion Vowell and her brother Paul Lawton Jr.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday December 11th 2016 at 3pm at Barr Price Funeral Home of Lexington, SC….
In memory of Scotti Alford she requested that donations be made to Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
The family of Scotti Alford would like to extend a special “Thank You” to the medical staff at Lexington Medical Center and Amedisys Hospice for all they did to help Scotti this past year.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
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BENNETT NICHOLAS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—5 April 1957
Ben N. Alford, 73, retired shoe salesman, died of a heart attack at 5:30 a.m. Thursday in his apartment in a local hotel. He had been in declining health for two and a half years, and had lived in this city for ten years.
Graveside services will be conducted at 3 p. m. Friday in Oakwood Cemetery, Louisburg. N.C.
Mr. Alford, a native of Louisburg. N.C., was born March 2. 1884, a son of the late Lawrence S. and Susan Arrington Alford, pioneer citizens of Franklin and Nash Counties, N.C. He retired after 40 years as a wholesale shoe salesman and has lived in several states in the Southeast including 15 years in Jackson, Miss. He attended Spring Hope Academy, Spring Hope, N.C.
Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Ben N. Alford of Florence, formerly Alta Samuels, of Jackson, Miss.; three sisters, Miss Margaret Alford of Rocky Mount, N.C., Mrs. J.E. Perry of Louisburg, N.C. and Mrs. Troy Pearce of Spring Hope, N.C.; three brothers, Clarence P. Alford of Henderson, N.C., L.S. Alford of Louisburg, N.C. and Dr. Frank Oliver Alford of Charlotte. N.C.
Waters Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Louisburg, Franklin Co., NC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Amy Robbins-Tjaden
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituaries of his siblings Fannie Bell Alford Perry, Frank Oliver Alford, Lawrence Sidney Alford Jr., and William Davis Alford; and paternal grandfather, Bennett Henry Alford, in North Carolina Obituaries.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Lockhard Alford and Tabitha Cook.
His lineage: Bennett Nicholas 1884 NC1, Lawrence Sidney 1851 NC2, Bennett Henry 1818 NC3, Lockhard H. 1790 NC4.
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BENNY EUGENE ALFORD
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Friday, 27 February 1998
DUNCAN—Rev. Benny Eugene Alford, 59, of 307 Cokes Ridge Drive died Feb. 25, 1998, in Spartanburg Regional Medical Center.
A native of Anderson, he was the son of Emma Hiott Alford of Anderson and the late Willis Alford. He was a retired minister and security guard with Wanger Systems in Greenville. He was a member of Duncan First Baptist Church.
Also surviving is a son, Daniel R. Alford of Statesville, N.C.; two daughters, Susan A. Lutz of Wake Forest, N.C., and Sandy A. Manly of Spartanburg; a sister, Dorothy Carithers of Anderson; and five grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday in The McDougald Funeral Home.
Services will follow at 11 a.m. in the funeral chapel.... Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
The family is at the home of his daughter, Sandy Manly, 432 Grayson Drive, Moore....
Photo from Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery, Anderson, Anderson Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Donna McCurley-Thiel
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Benny E. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 22 Dec 1938.
See the obituary of his mother, Sara Emmaline Hiott Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Benny Eugene 1938 SC1, Willis James 1902 GA2, Wade Hampton 1876 GA3, David Bryan 1850 SC4, Lodwick 1802 NC5, Drury Cade 1767 NC6.
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BERNICE EDWARDS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 4 April 1975
CHARLESTON—Mrs. Berniece [sic] Edwards Alford died Thursday morning after a short illness while visiting her aunt in Marion
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 11 a.m. in Smith Brothers Funeral Home of Marion. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born in Marion, a daughter of the late Furman M. and Ethel Rogers Edwards of Marion.
Surviving are her husband, Preston (Beans) Alford of Charleston; two sons, Jerry Alford, U.S. Army, Fort Knox, Ky.; and Don Alford, U.S. Marines, Jacksonville, N.C.; a sister, Mrs. Willie Marvin (Mary Estelle) Lane of Marion; a brother, Harry R. Edwards of Marion; and a grandson.
Photo from Rose Hill Cemetery, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Bernice Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 14 Feb 1917.
See the obituary of her husband, Preston Blake Alford, in this compilation.
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BERRY COLEMAN ALFORD
Berry’s wife, Glenn Cook Alford; Berry Coleman Alford; Glenn’s sister Ida Lee Cook Johnson
Photo from Berry’s Find A Grave memorial
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 16 February 1962
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Berry C. Alford, 70, of Galivants Ferry, died Thursday [Feb 15] in a local hospital following an illness of five weeks.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 3 p.m. at Happy Home Baptist Church.... Burial will be in Gethsemane Baptist Church cemetery, directed by Meares Funeral Service
Born in Horry County, he was the son of the late Lewis H. and Galvin McCracken Alford. He was a member of Happy Home Baptist Church.
Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Glenn Cook Alford; three sons, Artis D.B. Alford of U.S. Navy, Portsmouth, Va., and H.B. Alford and Billy Alford of Rt. 3, Galivants Ferry; five daughters, Mrs. Clifton Elvington of Lake View, Mrs. Oscar Beaver [Leatha May] of Dillon, Miss Edna Alford and Miss Azile Alford of the home, and Mrs. John Ariola of Waterbury, Conn.; his stepmother, Mrs. Nettie Williamson Alford of Gurley; four brothers, Eli Alford of Gurley, Burden Alford of Galivants Ferry, Branty Alford of Loris and Don Alford of Conway; three sisters, Mrs. Flossie Hilburn, [text appears to be missing here—typesetting error] Small of Galivants Ferry, and 13 grandchildren.
Photos from Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Glenn Cook Alford; children Arthur Laneau Alford, Billy F. Alford, H.B. Alford, Leatha Alford Beaver, Edna Alford Gerrald, and Annie Alma Alford Elvington; and brothers Ely Mitchell Alford, Homer Burroughs Alford, Howard H. Alford, and Thomas Branford “Branty” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Berry Coleman 1891 SC1, Lewis H. 1868 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William 1811 NC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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BERRY GENE ALFORD
Father of Joseph Adam Alford, AAFA #1432
[Although he resided in SC, we are also including his obituary in North Carolina Obituaries because he died in NC and had close ties there.]
THE HERALD-SUN
Durham, Durham Co., NC—Friday, 14 July 1995
Published in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2004
Berry Gene Alford, 40, of 1012 Dawson Dr., Columbia, SC, died suddenly Wednesday [July 12] afternoon in Wake County.
A Durham resident for most of his life, he had lived in Columbia for the past year. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy and was employed in the carpeting industry. Mr. Alford was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Columbia.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Jody Lefler Alford of Columbia; his mother, Mrs. Katherine McBroom of Durham; a son, Adam Alford of Columbia; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Kim Williams of Clayton; three sisters, Mrs. Carol Bycott of Plano TX, Mrs. Dorothy Black of Durham and Miss Mildred Ann Alford of Augusta GA; and a grandson.
The funeral will be conducted at 2 PM Saturday in Clements Funeral Chapel.... Entombment will follow in Oak Grove Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers will be Glenn Lefler, Mack Lefler, Marcus Williams, Eddie Craigo, Cliff Adams and Joe Potocnie….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Berry G. Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 16 Dec 1954, last residence not listed.
NC Deaths lists Berry Gene Alford, died 12 July 1995 in Raleigh, Wake Co., NC, residence Beaufort Co., SC.
On 21 March 2014, the cemetery, Oak Grove Memorial Gardens, reported that they have no record of his burial.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Berry Gene 1954 NC1, Hines Berry 1910 NC2, Charles Berry 1882 NC3, Patrick Hines 1858 NC4, Hines Berry 1827 NC5, Thomas 1795 GA? 5, John 1747 NC7, Julius 1717 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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BERTIE ALFORD JOHNSON WILLIAMS BUTLER
Sophomore photo from The Revue, 1956 yearbook, Aynor High School, Aynor, SC
November 14, 1939 ~ April 19, 2019
Photo from Johnson Funeral Home of Aynor
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 21 April 2019
Bertie A. Butler Aynor, SC Bertie A. Butler, age 79, wife of the late James Butler, died Friday, April 19, 2019 at Conway Medical Center.
Mrs. Butler was born in Conway a daughter of the late Owen and Jane Rouse Alford. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church, she loved gardening, enjoyed her roses, shopping and dining with her sisters, loved church, going on trips with her daughters and loved all her grandchildren.
Mrs. Butler was pre-deceased by a son: Tony Johnson; grandson: Patrick Johnson; son-in-law: Ricky Anderson and six siblings.
Surviving are four daughters: Karen Hughes, Shelia Johnson, and Denise Johnson (Andy) all of Galivants Ferry and Cynthia Anderson of Aynor; two stepsons: Brit Butler of Galivants Ferry and Fred Butler of Nichols; step-daughter: Dora Hensley of Batesburg, SC; brother: Rev. Paul Alford of Aynor; three sisters: Addie Mae Best of Mullins, Rachel Mishoe of Conway and Ruth Collins of Green Sea; and a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held 12:00 Noon Monday, April 22, 2019 at Faith Baptist Church…. Burial will follow in Aynor Cemetery, directed by Johnson Funeral Home of Aynor….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Owen Gurley Alford and Addie Jane Rouse Alford; and siblings Addie Mae Alford Best, Bethany Lou Alford Brown, John William Alford, and Mary Lee Alford Register in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Bertie 1939 SC1, Owen Gurley 1898 SC2, John M. 1859 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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BERTIE ELISA LEE ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 21 December 1997
Published in AAFA ACTION, Spring 1998
ST. STEPHEN [Berkeley Co.]—Graveside services for Bertie Lee Alford, 86, of McGill Road, will be held at 2 p.m. today at Carolina Memorial Gardens.... J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., North Area Chapel, is in charge….
Mrs. Alford died December 19, 1997. Born in Pinewood, she was a daughter of Robert E. Lee and Bertha Wise Lee. She was a housewife and member of Portside Baptist Church.
Surviving are daughter, Pearl A. Masters of Columbia; sisters, Inez Cox of Johnsonville, Marie Rowell of Goose Creek, Katerine Vanderver of North Charleston, and Bonnie Smith of Winterville, N.C.; brothers, George W. Lee of Round O and Calvin Lee of Aiken; 12 grands; nine-grands; and three great-grands.
Photos from Carolina Memorial Park, North Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Paulette Johnston B.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Bertie L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 20 Sept 1911, last residence St. Stephen, Berkeley Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her children Charles Edward Alford, Pearl Alford Masters, Robert Morris Alford, and Rudolph Carey Alford Jr. in this compilation.
Although Rudolph Sr.’s gravestone shows his death year as 1991, SSDI records show that he was born 6 Jan 1905 and died _____ Jan 1983, last residence Charleston, Charleston Co., SC. His son Rudolph Jr. died in 1991.
A living grandchild of Rudolph and Bertie Alford (child of their daughter Pearl Alford Masters), posted a Family Tree on Ancestry with Bertie’s middle name and other family details. Rudolph’s father is listed as Morris Browning Alford (1876–1937), but his parents are not named. His mother is listed as Delilah Willoby.
North Carolina Birth Index, 1800–2000, lists the birth of Rudolph Cary Alford in New Hanover Co., NC, in 1905 to Maurice B. Alford.
North Carolina Marriage Collection, 1741–2004 (Ancestry), lists the marriage of M.B. Alford and Nicie Carroll on 24 Jan 1915 in Columbus Co., NC.
1900 CENSUS
Wilmington Ward 1 (District 64), New Hanover Co., NC, Dwelling #134:
John F. Alford head 24 b. Nov 1875 NC NC NC married 2 years painter
Etta wife 23 b. Jan 1877 NC NC NC 0 children, 0 living
Morriss brother 22 b. Dec 1877 NC NC NC painter
Harnett (District 63), New Hanover Co., NC, Dwelling #219:
John H. Alford head 80 b. Jan 1820 NC NC NC married 37 years farmer
Mary C. wife 59 b. Aug 1841 NC NC NC 7 children, 5 living
Harnett (District 63), New Hanover Co., NC, Dwelling #220:
William R. Alford head 27 b. Sept 1872 NC NC NC married 4 years fishing
Sophia wife 29 b. ___ 1871 NC NC NC 1 child, 1 living
John H. son 8/12 b. Aug 1899 NC NC NC
1910 CENSUS
Delgade (District 81), New Hanover Co., NC
Dwelling #205:
Morris Alford head 34 NC NC NC 1st marriage 11 years fisherman
Lila wife 34 NC NC NC 1st marriage 11 years
4 children, 3 living
Sallie F. dau 7 NC NC NC
Rudolph son 4 NC NC NC
Morris son 2 NC NC NC
Dwelling #206:
John F. Alford head 39 NC NC NC 1st marriage 12 years fisherman
Etta wife 37 NC NC NC 1st marriage 12 years
5 children, 2 living
Woodard son 3 NC NC NC
Lena dau 6/12 NC NC NC
Dwelling #207:
William R.T. Alford head 38 NC NC NC 1st marriage 13 years fisherman
Sophia wife 35 NC NC NC 1st marriage 13 years
5 children, 4 living
Johnnie son 10 NC NC NC
William W. son 7 NC NC NC
Rosa dau 6 NC NC NC
Elizabeth dau 3 NC NC NC
1920 CENSUS
Ransom (District 35), Columbus Co., NC, Dwelling #428:
George F. Carroll head 66 NC NC NC farmer
Eliza E. wife 64 NC NC NC
Maurice B. Alford son-in-law 43 NC NC NC boat engineer
Isabelle N. dau 32 NC NC NC
Rudolph stepgrandson 12 NC NC NC
Maurice B. stepgrandson 11 NC NC NC
George F. grandson 3-9/12 NC NC NC
1930 CENSUS
Ransom (District 15), Columbus Co., NC, Dwelling #59:
M.B Alford head 54 NC NC NC farmer age 39 at 1st marriage
Mrs. M.B. wife 42 NC NC NC age 27 at 1st marriage
Fennel son 14 NC NC NC
Annie dau 8 NC NC NC
[In Dwelling #58 is the family of G.W. Carroll, Isabelle Nicie’s father.]
Her husband’s lineage: Rudolph Carey 1905 NC1, Morris Brown/Browning 1877 NC2, John H. ???? NC3.
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BETHANY LOU ALFORD BROWN
Sophomore photo, The Revue, 1958 yearbook,Aynor High School, Aynor, Horry Co., SC
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 5 August 1995
In another article:
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 5 August 1995
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Bethany A. Brown (SS# issued in SC) was born 12 July 1941, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of her parents, Owen Gurley Alford and Addie Jane Rouse Alford; and siblings Addie Mae Alford Best, Bertie Alford Johnson Williams Butler, John William Alford, and Mary Lee Alford Register in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Bethany Lou 1941 SC1, Owen Gurley 1898 SC2, John M. 1859 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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BETTY MILLER ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 12 October 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Betty Alford, 59, of Bass Drive, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at Conway Medical Center.
Mrs. Alford was born June 17, 1947 in Horry County, a daughter of the late Donald Joseph and Clara Mae Long Miller. She was a member of Valley Forge Baptist Church and the Woodmen of the World.
Surviving are her husband, Lester Alford of Conway; three brothers, Joe Miller of Conway, Billy Miller of Mt. Airy, N.C. and Ronnie Miller of Myrtle Beach; one sister, Doris Carroll of Conway; and her caretaker, Carrie Baker.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, October 13, 2006 at Valley Forge Baptist Church.... Burial will follow in Bayboro Baptist Church Cemetery, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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BETTY ANNETTE SHELLEY ALFORD
Photo from Goldfinch Funeral Home
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—9 January 2012
July 9, 1939 - January 7, 2012
CONWAY, SC—Betty Shelley Alford, age 72, wife of the late Dewey Boyd Alford, died Saturday, January 7, 2012 at Conway Medical Center.
Mrs. Alford was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Herbert and Mazie Williamson Shelley. She was a member of Juniper Bay Baptist Church and was employed with Aynor Manufacturing for many years. Mrs. Alford was a loving Mother and Grandmother who enjoyed years of tending to her vegetable garden.
Surviving are a son, Chris Alford and his wife, Angie of Conway, a daughter, Kim Alford and her husband, Tino Collado, four grandchildren, Kayla Alford, Christa Alford, Dylan Carney and Brady Carney, a sister, Marsha Cribb and her husband, Glen of Conway and a brother, Steve Shelley of Conway.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday at Juniper Bay Baptist Church…. Burial will follow in the church cemetery….
Memorials may be sent to the Alzheimer’s Association , 1039 44th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577….
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Dewey Boyd Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
Her middle name is from her Find A Grave memorial.
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BETTY SING ALFORD
Mother of Michael Boyd Alford, AAFA #0495
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 17 June 2012
HARTSVILLE [Darlington Co., SC]—Betty Sing Alford, 94, died June 12, 2012.
Born in Sumter, SC she was the daughter of the late Boyd H. Sing and Dana Pigford Sing.
She was predeceased by her husband, James T. Alford. They were members of West Hartsville Baptist Church. She was a bookkeeper by profession and last worked for the school system in Hartsville, a job she loved very much.
She is survived by her son, Michael B. Alford of Fuquay Varina, NC; sister, Peggy Sing Calder of Darlington, SC; grandson, David (Bianca Ramsey) Alford of New York City; great-granddaughter, Carter.
…. Brown-Pennington-Atkins is serving the family. www.bpafuneralhome.com
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Betty S. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 23 July 1917, last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her husband, James T. “J.T.” Alford, in this compilation.
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BEVERLY MARIE ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 24 May 1983
Name: Beverly Marie Alford
Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Everette Alford
Date of Birth/Age: three months old
Date of Death: Sunday
Place of Burial: Greenlawn Cemetery
AAFA NOTES: AAFA is not able to identify this family.
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BILLY F. ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 5 August 1998
Published in AAFA ACTION, Winter 1999
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Services for Billy F. Alford, 56, will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday at Rains Freewill Baptist Church, with burial in Methodist Rehobeth Cemetery, Galivants Ferry.... The family will receive friends 7-9 tonight at Meares Funeral Home....
Mr. Alford died Monday [August 3] at a Florence hospital after an illness. Born in Horry County, Jan. 9, 1942, he was a son of the late Berry C. and Glenn Cook Alford. He was a member of Rains Freewill Baptist Church, a U.S. Army veteran and was employed at Blumenthal Mills in Marion.
Surviving are his wife, Keller Alford of Mullins; sisters, Edna Gerrald of Galivants Ferry, Juanita Ariola of Waterbury, Conn.; sister-in-law, Tammy F. Williamson of Columbia; nieces and nephews.
Photos from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susan Rogerson Perhala-Horry County Cemeteries
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Billy F. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituaries of his parents, Berry Coleman Alford and Glenn Cook Alford; and siblings Annie Alma Alford Elvington, Arthur Laneau Alford, Edna Alford Gerrald, H.B. Alford, and Leatha Alford Beaver in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Billy F. 1942 SC1, Berry Coleman 1891 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B 1780 SC?6, William 1760 NC?7.
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BILLY G. ALFORD
Conway, Horry Co., SC—_____ July 2019
Bill G. Alford, 69, passed away Friday, July 12, 2019 at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.
He was born March 8, 1950 in Britton’s Neck he was the son of the late Leon and Irene Poston Alford.
In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his wife, Deborah Ann Alford, one sister, Dorothy Cooper and one brother, Johnny Alford.
Mr. Alford was a loving father, grandfather, brother and friend. He was the owner and operator of Alford Sign & Crane.
Mr. Alford is survived by one son, Billy L. Alford of Myrtle Beach; two daughters, Sherri L. Alford and Ginger “Gina” I. Boyd both of Myrtle Beach; one brother, Mitchell Alford (Ginger) of Marion; one sister, Emmarie “Rea” Poston (Rev. Lawayne) of Johnsonville; five grandchildren, Aaron M. Boyd, Ashton B. Hyman, Alex A. Alford, Dyllan C. Alford and Phoenix L. Lopez and many other family and friends who will miss him.
…. Funeral Services will be held 2pm Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at Watson Funeral Services Chapel…. Burial will follow at Old Neck Cemetery….
Photo from Old Neck Cemetery, Brittons Neck, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, John Richardson
Photo posted in 2009
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Deborah Ann Lane Alford; and parents Leon Alford and Irene Poston Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Billy G. 1950 SC1, Leon 1921 SC2, John Oliver 1886 SC3, John Robeson 1852 SC4, Arthur 1803 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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BRAZILLAH “ZILLAH” ROWELL ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 18 June 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Brazillah Rowell Alford, 84, widow of Clarence L. Alford, of Waccamaw Bend Road, died Sunday, June 15, 2003, at Conway Medical Center.
She was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Harrison and Georgia Cook Rowell.
Survivors include two daughters, Joyce Todd and Judy Altman, both of Conway; a son, Joseph Alford and his wife, Shirley, of Ashville, Ala.; a brother, Lawrence Rowell of Plattsburgh, N.Y.; two stepsisters, Avis Lee Jacobs of Georgetown and Betty Jean Haynes of Conway; five grandchildren, Doug Todd and Jody Altman of Conway, Eddie Joe Alford of Cosby, Tenn., Debbie Knight of Gray Court and Lisa Dutton of Honea Path; and eight great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 tonight at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway chapel. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home…. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Ron Osborne
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Brazillah R. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 17 October 1918, last residence Conway, Horry Co.
See the obituaries of her husband, Clarence Leander Alford; and daughter Marilyn Joyce Alford Todd in this compilation.
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BRENDA DARLENE DUNCAN ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 10 July 2014
Brenda Duncan Alford
September 27, 1947 - July 8, 2014
CONWAY—Brenda Alford, age 66, died Tuesday, July 8, 2014.
Mrs. Alford was born in Conway, SC, the daughter of the late John T. Duncan and Buna Duncan Dew. She was a member of Ridgefield Baptist Church and was employed by Red Roof Inns. Mrs. Alford loved fishing and gardening. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and sister who never met a stranger.
Survivors include: her husband, Marion T. “Tommy” Alford; a daughter, Tracy Hunter (Donnie) of Conway; two grandchildren, Autumn Hunter Snelling (Matthew) and Seth Hunter; one sister, Gayle Duncan Tyler (Ronnie Jones) of Loris and her children, Stephanie Arends and Heather Williams; one brother, James Dew of Conway, her step-father, William C. Dew, of Conway; two step-brothers, Jerry Dew of Conway and Edwin Dew of Myrtle Beach; and one great nephew, Talon Arends….
4 Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chape…. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery….
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her children John Anthony Alford and Tammy Renee Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s lineage: Marion Thomas 1944 SC1, Gilbert Grey 1907 SC2, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC3, Harrison 1843 SC4, Arthur 1803 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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BUENA COCKFIELD ALFORD
[Nearly identical articles were published in The State and in the Morning News on the same day.]
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 9 July 2009
BRITTON’S NECK, S.C.—Mrs. Buena Cockfield Alford, 88, widow of Paul Alford, died Tuesday, July 7, 2009, in Greenville, S.C.
She was born November 27, 1920, in Florence County, a daughter of the late Samuel and Annie Hannah Cockfield. Mrs. Alford was a homemaker and a member of the Eastern Star. She was a member of the Central United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the Ladies Missionary Society.
Surviving Mrs. Alford are three daughters, Paulette Summerford and her husband Harold of St. Petersburg, Florida, Dianne Allen of Lakeland, Florida, and Bea Turner of Greenville; her grandchildren, Allen Summerford, Karen S. Melhem and Margaret T. Norris; eight great-grandchildren; and a sister, Lillian C. Grey of Florence.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, July 10, at Central United Methodist Church in Britton’s Neck…. Burial will follow in Old Neck Cemetery, directed by Smith-Collins Funeral Home of Marion….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Buena C. Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Greer, Greenville Co., SC.
See the obituary of her husband, William Paul Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
Her date of death on her gravestone is incorrect—it was the date of her funeral.
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CALVIN GEORGE ALFORD
[A nearly identical article was published on the same day in the Morning News.]
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 11 April 2010
Calvin George Alford, 64, of Causey Farm Road, passed away Friday, April 9, 2010 at his residence. Mr. Alford was born in Conway, S.C., a son of the late Morris McGee Alford and Katherine E. Ammons Alford. He enjoyed NASCAR and football, and was preceded in death by one brother, Harry B. Alford.
Survivors include five sisters, Margaret A. Barfield and husband, Billy of Conway, Jacqueline A. Harrelson of Hartsville, Patricia A. McDaniel of Florence, Rebecca A. Jolley and husband, Wayne, of Florence, and Dolly A. Hardwick and husband, Bo, of Conway; one brother, Nelson E. Alford and wife, Betty, of Georgetown; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Monday, April 12, 2010 at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel. Burial will follow in State Branch Cemetery….
Photos from State Branch Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Calvin George Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 29 June 1945, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his father, Morris McGee Alford; and his brothers Harry Byrd Alford and Nelson Eaddy Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Calvin George 1945 SC1, Morris McGee 1902 SC2, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC3, Harrison 1843 SC4, Arthur 1803 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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CAPERS WASHINGTON ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 19 November 1978
ANDREWS—Capers W. Alford, 54, died Saturday [November 18] at a Georgetown hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Mayer Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was born May 7, 1924, in Georgetown County, a son of Mrs. Lillie Finklea Alford and the late William Capers Alford. He was a lifetime resident of Andrews, a Navy veteran of World War II and was a crane operator at International Paper Co. He was a church deacon, brotherhood director and a member of the Royal Ambassadors. He was a member of First Baptist Church.
Surviving, in addition to his mother of Columbia are: his widow, Mrs. Willie Mae Thornal Alford of Andrews; two sons, Monty Alford of Georgetown and Capers Alford of Andrews; two daughters, Mrs. Ramona A. Forbes of Andrews and Mrs. Amy A. Burroughs of Pleasant Hill; two brothers, Clyde A. Alford of Mount Pleasant and William C. Alford of Georgetown, two sisters, Mrs. Myrtle A. McConnell and Mrs. Ruth A. Hansen, both of Georgetown; two grandchildren.
In another article:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 20 November 1978
ANDREWS—The funeral for Capers W. Alford will be 1 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Andrews Memorial Cemetery, directed by Mayer Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford died Saturday.
Photos from Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Nov 1978) dates of Capers Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his parents, William Capers Alford and Lillie Finklea Alford; and siblings Clyde Albert Alford, George Hugene Alford, Myrtle Juliette Alford McConnell, Ruth Christine Alford Hansen, Thomas Adey Alford, and William Cole Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Daniel Benjamin Alford in Florida Obituaries.
From SSACI: Capers Washington Alford was born 7 May 1923 in Georgetown, SC, son of William C. Alford and Lillie I. Finklea.
From his Find A Grave memorial: “Mr. Alford was first buried in Andrews Memorial Cemetery. Shortly after his wife died and was buried in Pennyroyal, he was moved to Pennyroyal and reinterred beside his wife.”
His lineage: Capers Washington 1924 SC1, William Capers 1877 SC2, Bryant W. 1842 SC3.
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CAROLYN ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 15 March 1946
HYMAN, March 14—Funeral services were held Sunday morning at Mt. Zion church for Carolyn Alford, aged 3, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F.C. Alford....
Active pallbearers were Clinton Ard, E.S. Prosser, Alex Tilton, and Wallace Broach.
Surviving are a sister, Shelby Jean Alford, and one brother, Herbert Alford. Mrs. Alford was the former Miss Cora Lee Ard of Hyman.
Photo from Mount Zion Cemetery, Pamlico, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Danny & Judy Ard
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her father, Furman Cleveland Alford; and siblings Geneva “Shelby Jean” Alford Troiano and Herbert William Alford Sr. in this compilation.
From SC Deaths: She was born 7 Apr 1942 [different than gravestone and age at death] and died of influenza pneumonia on 9 March 1946 in Florence, Florence Co., SC. Her parents are listed as Furman C. Alford and Cora Lee Ard.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her lineage: Carolyn 1943 SC1, Furman Cleveland 1906 SC2, William Robert 1877 SC3, John William 1844 SC4, unknown5.
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CARRIE ALFORD BETHEA EVANS
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 24 January 1995
20. Name: Carrie Alford Bethea Evans
Parents: Leeor Bethea and Jim Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Born Feb. 2, 1920
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Wednesday, January 19, 1995
Place of Death: Residence
Place of Burial: Roadside Cemetery (AA)
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
Roadside Cemetery is identified as traditionally serving the African-American community.
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CARRIE BELL TANNER ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—25 October 1918
MRS. MONROE ALFORD OF MARION DIES AFTER SHORT ILLNESS
MARION, Oct. 23—Mrs. Monroe Alford of Marion died at her home in this city October 12, after a short attack of influenza. The funeral was … the same day, at Tabernacle Church, this county.
Mrs. Alford is survived by her husband, Monroe Alford, her father and mother, several sisters and brothers, and four small children.
Mrs. Alford was a sweet tempered Christian woman and the community has suffered a loss in her death.
Photo from Rose Hill Cemetery, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Henry Monroe Alford; and children James Monroe Alford, McKeevie Alford Dudley, and Preston Blake Alford in this compilation.
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CARRIE MAE PAGE ALFORD
Grandmother of John Ashley Alford, AAFA #1289
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 2 April 1960
Photo from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Ashley Levi Alford Jr.; and children Ashley Levi Alford III, Ida Louisa Alford Hardwick, Leon Jehu Alford Sr., Loretta Froline Alford Perritt, and Sallie Mae Alford Rogers in this compilation.
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CARRIE ISLAR PARROT KEITH HALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 11 December 1919
TIMMONSVILLE [Florence Co.], Dec. 10—Mrs. Carrie Parrot Halford, wife of R.E. Halford, now of Charleston, passed away Monday night at the Baptist hospital in Columbia after an illness of long duration. The funeral services were held here this morning at 11 o’clock and the interment followed in Byrd cemetery.
Mrs. Halford was twice married, the first time to Charles Benton Keith, by which union she leaves a daughter, Mrs. George Palmer of Cartersville, and a son, Capt. James Byrd Keith of Timmonsville.
By her secondmarriage, besides her husband, she is survived by a son, Lieut. R.E. Halford, Jr., now stationed at Camp McPherson, Ga.
Mrs Halford was a woman of lovely Christian character who bore her sufferings with cheerfulness and grace. She was connected by birth and marriage with the most prominent families of this section of the state.
Photo from Byrd Cemetery, Timmonsville, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Barbara Lehman
AAFA NOTES: Her middle name is from her Find A Grave memorial.
Her death certificate identifies her parents as John F. Parrott and Mary A. Lucas.
Her second husband was Richard Eugene Halford. Both of her husbands are buried next to her in Byrd Cemetery.
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CATHERINE EASTERLING ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 26 October 1911
Great was the gloom cast over our neighborhood Thursday night [October 19] when the news was spread that Mrs. D.J. Alford was dead.
Although being in declining hearth for more than a year the end came almost as a thunder bolt from a clear sky. Since her return from the hospital, about three months ago she was so bright and cheerful, even able to make short visits in the neighborhood, we hoped that she would be spared several years yet, but God willed it not so, and Thursday night, though not as well as common, she was talking with her loved ones around her bed about eight o’clock, slept for a few minutes, awoke and in a short while apparently fell asleep again and then passed into the great beyond....
She was a woman of strong personal character, one of God’s noble women nobly planned. Since being an invalid she was a greater power for good than many in full possession of their faculties. Wherever there was need within her reach she was there in spirit if not in person. Many there are that will bless her memory for words and deeds.
She leaves to mourn their loss a husband and eight children. Mrs. Sion Alford of Rowland; Mrs. Gus Alford, of Dillon; Mrs. Laurin McInnis, of Carolina; Messrs. Knox and Grady and Misses Emily, Jessie and Lizzie, at home; three grandchildren, several brothers and sisters....
In another article:
MARLBORO DEMOCRAT
Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC—Friday, 20 October 1911
DEATH OF MRS. ALFORD
Ervin A. Hamer received a message this morning that his aunt, Mrs. Ann [sic] Alford, died suddenly at her home in the Carolina section of Dillon county last night [October 19]. She was a sister of Mrs. Joseph E. Hamer of Tatum [Marlboro Co.].
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Daniel James Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and her children Joseph Grady Alford, John Knox Alford, Emily C. Alford, and Maybelle Alford Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Sion Easterling Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
Ancestry family trees identify her as the daughter of Crawford Easterling and Emily Fuller. Her sister Sarah married Joseph E. Hamer.
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CECIL JEROME ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 23 February 1966
LORIS—Funeral services for Jerome Alford, an employe of the State Highway Department, was killed in an accident near Conway late Monday afternoon.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 3 p.m. in Cane Branch Baptist Church…. Burial, directed by Hardwick Funeral Home, will be in the church cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Burnett Norton, Trentiss Norton, Billy Joe Norton, Donald Watson and Steve Register.
Surviving are the widow, the former Thelma Mishoe; five daughters, Mrs. Simon Owens, Mrs. Joe Lewis, Miss Ernestine Alford and Miss Bethel Alford all of Loris, and Mrs. Robert S. Roberts of Charleston; a brother, Grover M. Alford of Loris; two sisters, Mrs. Lonnie Norton of Conway, and Mrs. Marie Register of Wilmington; and two grandchildren….
Photo from Cane Branch Baptist Church Cemetery, Allsbrook, Horry Co, SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, James Peterson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Cecil Alford (SS# issued through the Railroad Board) was born 23 Jan 1915 and died _____ Feb 1966, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his wife, Thelma Mishoe Alford Johnston; and brother Grover McClellan Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Cecil Jerome 1915 SC1, William Leslie 1888 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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CECIL NEWTON ALFORD
Brother of Howard Alford Jr., AAFA #0274
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 21 July 1968
Photo from Sumter Cemetery, Sumter, Sumter Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributors Clyde & Barbara Forever
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his mother, Vera Carnes Alford; brother Howard Alford Jr.; and paternal grandparents, James Frierson Alford Sr. and Annie Spears David Alford, in this compilation.
1920 CENSUS
Bishopville (District 14), Lee Co., SC, Dwelling #316:
Howard Alfred head W 38 SC SC SC cotton gin laborer
Vera wife W 36 SC SC SC
Cecil son W 13 SC SC SC
Maggie May dau W 10 SC SC SC
Hazel A. dau W 7 SC SC SC
John C. son W 4 SC SC SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Cecil Newton 1906 SC1, Howard 1881 SC2, James Frierson 1846 SC3, James Little 1811 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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CHAD DALE HALFORD
GREER CITIZEN
Greer, Greenville Co., SC—Tuesday, 5 June 2012
Chad Dale Halford, 33, of 205 A Sumter Street, Greer, died June 1, 2012 at his home.
A native of Spartanburg County, he was a son of Janet Cheryl Pittman of Greer and the late Sammy McElhannon.
Also surviving are a son, Elijah Dale Guest of Lyman; a brother, Travis C. Horton of Clinton; and two sisters, Monica Holtzclaw and Deanna Sudduth, both of Greer. …. Online condolences may be made at www.thewoodmortuary.com.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Chad D. Halford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 Aug 1978, last residence not listed.
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CHALMERS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 23 November 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
DARLINGTON [Darlington Co.]—Funeral service for Mr. Chalmers Alford will be 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 25, 2006, in Church of God of Prophecy, 920 W. Smith Ave., Darlington. Burial will follow in Florence National Cemetery directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home Inc. of Darlington.
Mr. Alford died Sunday, Nov. 19, in a Florence hospital after a long illness. He was born in Darlington, a son of the late Catherine Alford.
He was educated in Darlington County public schools and served his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged.
He made his home in Philadelphia, where he was gainfully employed at Connelly Container until he retired. Fourteen years ago, he and his wife moved to Darlington. He became a member of the Church of God of Prophecy where he served faithfully.
Those who are left to cherish his memory are his devoted wife, Nellie Fuller Alford of the home; two daughters, Alicia Alford and Carolyn (Ernest) Haggert, both of Philadelphia; five sons, Eddie (Shirley) Alford of Huntsville, Ala., Timothy (Joyce) Alford and Kelvin (Elaine) Alford, all of Philadelphia, Levern (Janet) Josey of High Point, N.C., and Douglas Richardson of Darlington; a stepson, Kenneth Fuller of Philadelphia; two brothers, Oree Alford and Sam Alford, both of Philadelphia; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers-in-law; three aunts, Sue Josey and Marie Alford, both of Darlington, and Dorothy Moose of Philadelphia; an uncle, Walter Alford of Philadelphia; nieces and nephews....
Photo from Florence National Cemetery, Florence, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Danny & Judy Ard
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Chalmers Alford (SS# issued in PA) was born 23 Nov 1926.
This is an African-American family as listed on the censuses. Chalmers apparently used his mother’s last name, but his father, Alfred Davis, is listed on the 1930 census.
1930 CENSUS
Mont Clare, Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #187:
Willie Alford head 38 SC SC SC farm laborer
age 18 at 1st marriage
Annie wife 40 SC SC SC
age 20 at 1st marriage
Blanche [step-]dau 14 SC SC SC
Eugene son 12 SC SC SC
Pansy dau 11 SC SC SC
David son 9 SC SC SC
Arthur son 7 SC SC SC
[illeg] dau 3-1/12 SC SC SC
Chalmers grandson 3-5/12 SC SC SC
Alfred Davis son-in-law 28 SC SC SC farm laborer
age 28 at 1st marriage
Katherine daughter 21 SC SC SC home farm laborer
age 21 1st marriage
1920 CENSUS
Mont Clare, Darlington Co., SC
Dwelling #125:
William Alford head 60 SC SC SC farmer
Genia wife 40 SC SC SC
Dwelling #126:
Joe Alford head 74
Sousanna wife 50
Andrew Bootie cousin 18
Dwelling #127:
William Alford Jr. head 29 SC SC SC farmer
Anna wife 30 SC SC SC
Eugene son 4 SC SC SC
Eveline dau 2 SC SC SC
David son 8/12 SC SC SC
Abe Samuel step-son 14 SC SC SC
Blanch step-dau 5 SC SC SC
Howard nephew 22 SC SC SC farm laborer
1910 CENSUS
Mechanicsville, Darlington Co., SC
Dwelling #86:
Joseph Alford head 64 SC SC SC farmer widower
Joseph Jr. son 30 SC SC SC farm work
Dwelling #87:
William Alford head 50 SC SC SC farmer m. (1) 21y
Euginia wife 40 SC SC SC farm work m. (1) 21y
2 children, 2 living
William son 18 SC SC SC farm work
1900 CENSUS
Mechanicsville, Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #245:
William Alford head 34 b. Oct 1865 SC SC SC farmer m. 13y
Genia wife 33 b. Apr 1847 SC SC SC 2 children, 2 living
[should be 1867]
Lula dau 9 b. Nov 1890 SC SC SC
William son 7 b. July 1892 SC SC SC
Possibly this family:
1880 CENSUS
Mechanicsville, Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #282:
Elek Alford head 60 SC SC SC farmer widower
Elek son 18 SC SC SC farm hand
William son 17 SC SC SC farm hand
Annie dau 14 SC SC SC school girl
1870 CENSUS
Hamilton, Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #161:
See also the obituary of Roland Furman Alford in this compilation; this family is listed near his grandfather and may be related.
Alex Alford 50 SC farmer
Rebecca 48 SC
William 6 SC
Annie 4 SC
These people were not located on the 1860 census since they were probably slaves. The 1860 Slave Census for Darlington Co., SC, shows no Alford slave owners (slaves were not named but listed by age and sex only). A map published by Harper’s Weekly in November 1861 showed that 59% of the people in Darlington Co. were African-American.
Based on censuses in Darlington Co. back to 1870, this is the probable lineage of Chalmers, through his mother: Chalmers 1926 SC1, Catherine 1909 SC2, William 1892 SC3, William 1865 SC4, possibly Alex 1820 SC5.
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CHARLES EDWARD ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 10 August 1945
Photo from Sumter Cemetery, Sumter, Sumter Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributors Clyde & Barbara Forever
AAFA NOTES See the obituaries of his mother, Bertie Lee Alford, with census reports; and siblings Pearl Alford Masters, Robert Morris Alford, and Rudolph Carey Alford Jr. in this compilation.
His lineage: Charles Edward 1942 SC1, Rudolph Carey 1905 NC2, Morris Brown/Browning 1877 NC3, John H. ???? NC4.
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CHARLES EDWARD “CHUCK” ALFORD
Lexington, Lexington Co., SC—_____ November 2019
LEXINGTON—Charles “Chuck” Edward Alford, 65, passed away on November 14, 2019 in Columbia, SC.
Chuck was born in Charleston, SC on June 26, 1954 to Arlene and Rudy Alford. From the age of 6, Chuck was raised by his loving step-father, Archie C. Woodbury.
He is survived by sisters, Denise Mitchell (Dawson) and Diane Woodbury; sister-in-law, Wendy Woodbury; and 7 nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, step-father, and a brother, Randy Reece Woodbury.
A private service will be held at a later date.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Rudolph Carey Alford Jr. and Arlene Bolyn Alford Woodbury, in this compilation.
His lineage: Charles Edward 1954 SC1, Rudolph Carey 1933 SC2, Rudolph Carey 1905 NC3, Morris Brown/Browning 1877 NC4, John H. ???? NC5.
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CHARLES LANG ALFORD, JR.
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Monday, 26 April 1999
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
MAULDIN [Greenville Co.]—Charles Lang Alford Jr., 80, of 124 Kingsley Drive, died Saturday, April 24, 1999, following a sudden illness.
Born in Godfrey [Morgan Co.], Ga., he was a son of the late Charles L. and Nina Smith Alford. He was former owner and operator of Utility Supply Co. and was a member of Eastlan Baptist Church, where he was a member of the Coed No. 5 Sunday School Class.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Margaret Long Alford; daughter, Gayle A. Carson of Simpsonville; son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Charles L. III and Patricia Alford of Greenville; sister, Kathryn A. Hamlin of Mapleton, Ga.; brothers, W. Hubert Alford of Greenville, and R. Arnold Alford of Easley; grandchildren, Lang and Kasey Alford, and Chad and Caroline Carson; great-granddaughter, Kelsie Lynn Alford; and aunt, Lucile Hutchens of Greenville.
He was predeceased by a brother, Walter A. Alford.
Service: 11 a.m. today at Eastlan Baptist Church. Burial: Greenville Memorial Gardens.... Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown.
Photos from Greenville Memorial Gardens, Piedmont, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Karen & Buddy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Charles L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 25 March 1919, last residence Mauldin, Greenville Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Margaret Long Alford; mother, Nina F. Smith Alford Friedman; brothers Walter Adolphus Alford and William Hubert Alford; and sister-in-law Mildred Cox Alford in this compilation.
On Charles Ling [sic] Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 29, a farmer living in Madison Co., GA, and employed in Morgan Co., GA. He is single, was born 31 Oct 1888, and signed his full name.
Wedding announcement:
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Sunday, 19 November 1944
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Charles Lang 1919 GA1, Charles Lang 1888 GA2, John Allen 1815 GA3, William 1794 NC4, Kinchen 1768 NC5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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CHARLES R. ALFORD, SR.
Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC—_____ May 2012
Born: Sun., Apr. 4, 1943
Died: Sat., May 19, 2012
Mr Charles R. Alford Sr. departed this life May 19, 2012 at McLeod Hospice House [Florence, Florence Co.]. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, May 26, 2012 at Berea Baptist Convention Center, 1062 Hwy 38 South, Bennettsville. Interment will follow in the New Pee Dee Baptist Church Cemetery. A Wake with Masonic Rites will be held Friday from 6-7PM at the funeral home.
Born in Marlboro County, he was the son of the late Fannie Mae and John Lee Simmons.
He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Geraldine Alford; children, Fitzgerald Alford of Columbia, Charles Alford of Killeen, TX and Lashell Alford of Bennettsville; sisters Doris Randolph of Sumter and Betty Bines Davis of Bennettsville; brothers Abraham Bines Jr. of Gibson, NC and Lee Curtis Bines and Eddie Bines of Charleston and other relatives and friends.
The family is receiving friends at the residence 135 Bounty Acres Road, East in Bennettsville.
Photos from Pee Dee Missionary Bapist Church Cemetery, Blenheim, Marlboro Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Donna V Jackson Kester
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
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CHARLES ROY ALFORD, SR.
[He died in SC, but we are also including his obituary in New York Obituaries because he lived in NY part of the year.]
DAILY TIMES
Watertown, Jefferson Co., NY—Sunday, 6 March 1994
Former Morristown resident Charles R. Alford Sr., 69, Afton, a winter resident of Myrtle Beach, S.C., died Thursday [March 3] when the car he was driving collided with a truck in Surfside Beach, S.C.
Arrangements for a memorial service are incomplete. Burial will be in Chenango Valley Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Surviving are his wife, Alice; three sons, Charles R. Jr., Morristown, Gary R., Ogdensburg, and Jeffrey G., Little Falls; nine grandchildren; his mother, Egie Rumsey, Zephyrhills, Fla.; two brothers, Harvey C., Sidney, and Harold G., Binghamton, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was born on July 12, 1924, in Harpursville.
Mr. Alford was a retired truck driver with a freight line.
Photo from Chenango Valley Cemetery, Binghamton, Broome Co., NY—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Paul R
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Charles R. Alford (SS# issued in NY), last residence Afton, Chenango Co., NY.
We included the obituaries of his wife, Alice Sissom Ben VanScoy Alford; father, Chester B. Alford; and brothers Harvey C. Alford and Harold Gordon Alford in New York Obituaries. We included the obituary of his mother, Egie E. Burrows Alford Rumsey, in Florida Obituaries.
From SSACI: Charles Roy Alford was born 12 July 1924 in Harpursville, Broome Co., NY, son of Chester B. Alford and Egie E. Burrows.
His lineage: Charles Roy 1924 NY1, Chester B. 1897 NY2, Albert Burr 1874 NY3, Frederick R. 1852 England4.
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CHARLOTTE LUE ALFORD HARDEE
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 1 October 1974
Name: Charlotte Alford Hardee
Parents: John Henry and Helen Hardee Alford
Spouse: Dock L. Hardee
Date of Birth/Age: Age 64
Place of Birth: Horry County
Date of Death: Sunday [September 29]
Place of Death: Florence
Place of Burial: Services at Bayboro Baptist Church
Photos from Bayboro Baptist Church Cemetery, Bayboro, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, rdsxfan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Charlotte Hardee (SS# issued in SC) was born 16 Sept 1874 and died _____ Sept 1974, last residence Nichols, Horry Co., SC.
Her obituary incorrectly says she was age 64. She was actually 100.
See the obituary of her brother William Henry Alford in this compilation.
AAFA records show that Charlotte Lue Alford m. Doctor Levi Hardee. Her parents were John Henry Alford and Helen Elizabeth Hardee.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
Her lineage: Charlotte Lue 1874 SC1, John Henry 1855 SC2, Joel 1800 SC3.
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CHRISTINE ALFORD DAVIS
Photo from Whitesell Funeral Home
THE HERALD
Rock Hill, York Co., SC—Thursday, 17 April 2014
ROCK HILL—Mrs. Christine Alford Davis, 76, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 15, 2014, at Piedmont Medical Center. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Calvary Baptist Church.
Born in Wake County, N.C., Mrs. Davis was a daughter of the late Sam and Sally Alford. She was the widow of Jones Davis.
Surviving are two daughters, Sybil Ide and Lisa Sturges; two sisters, Ellen Bostick and Lila Taylor; two grandchildren, Amanda Ramsey and Matthew Vick; and a great-granddaughter, Lizzie Ramsey.
She was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruth Piner and Mildred Pierce and a granddaughter, Hope Davis.
Memorial donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.whitesellfuneralhome.net.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
We included the obituaries of her sister Mildred Alford Pierce; and half-sister Dorothy Ruth Alford Piner in North Carolina Obituaries.
Her Find A Grave memorial says she was born 19 Oct 1937.
Her parents are William Rickman “Sam”Alford and Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Alford. She has 2 Alford lines.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her paternal lineage: Christine ???? NC1, William Rickman 1887 NC2, Simon 1858 NC3, Hyatt B. 1826 NC4, Gilbert 1790 NC5, Isaac 1748 NC6, Julius 1717 VA7, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
Her maternal lineage, from her mother: Sarah Elizabeth 1903 NC2, Charles Wesley 1870 NC3, Hyatt B. 1826 NC4, Gilbert 1790 NC5, Isaac 1748 NC6, Julius 1717 VA7, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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CLARA BELL ALFORD BEST
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the submitter, her great-nephew Jeff Murrie
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Saturday, 13 August 2005
MYRTLE BEACH [Horry Co.]—Clara Alford Best, age 90, of Berrywood Court died Friday, Aug. 12, 2005 at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center.
Born Nov. 1, 1914 in Horry County, S.C., she was the daughter of the late John E. and Ellen Atkinson Alford. Mrs. Best was preceded in death by her husband, William F. Best Sr. in 1986.
Surviving are her son, William ‘‘Billy’’ F. Best Jr. and wife, Susan, of Myrtle Beach; grandson, Patrick Scot Best and wife, Jennifer, of Ridge, Md.; granddaughter, Florence Denise Carlson and husband, Jeff, of Myrtle Beach; sister, Lillian Sawyer of Gainsville, Fla.; great-grandson, Damien Best; great-granddaughter, Logan Best and closest friend, Mamie Coleman.
Entombment will be 11 a.m., Sunday at Hillcrest Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel.
Sign guestbook at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com or at MyrtleBeachOnline.com.
Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, 950 48th Ave. North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jeff Murrie
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Clara B. Alford Best (SS# issued in SC) was born 1 Nov 1914.
See the obituaries of her siblings Kate Ann Alford Gasque and Edward Eugene Alford (with census listings) in this compilation.
In 1920, Clara Bell Alford, 4-6/12, and her sister Lillian, 9, are living with their uncle McRay Atkinson in Le Gette, Marion Co., SC. Their father died in 1915 and their mother, who was living in Le Gette with 2 older children, died after the census on 15 Oct 1920 in Marion Co., SC.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Clara Bell 1914 SC1, John Ellis 1869 SC2, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC3, Warren Little 1823 TN4, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC5, Warren 1770 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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CLARA MAEBELLE MCMINN ALFORD
Mother of Jean Alford Barkolow, AAFA #1090
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 25 August 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
WEST COLUMBIA [Lexington Co.]—Services for Clara Maebelle Alford, 83, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Chapel of Thompson Funeral Home of Lexington … with burial in Crescent Hill Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be her grandsons….
Mrs. Alford, widow of the late Samuel J. Alford, died Thursday, August 23, 2001. Born in Hoopers Creek, N.C., she was a daughter of the late Roy O’Neil and Bessie Coggins McMinn. She was a member of Pine Ridge Church of God.
Surviving are her daughters, Bobbie Alford Miller of Florence, Elvia Jean Barkalow of West Columbia, Elizabeth A. Walker of Lexington, and Carolyn Shealy of West Columbia; son, Samuel James Alford Jr. of West Columbia; three sisters; four brothers; 13 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, and four great great grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Clara M. Alford (SS# issued in OH) was born 2 May 1918, last residence McColl, Marlboro Co.
See the obituary of her son, Samuel James Alford Jr., in this compilation.
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CLARA SMITH ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 18 July 1974
RAINS—Mrs. Clara Smith Alford, 69, died Tuesday night in a local hospital after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at Reedy Creek Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery, directed by Smiths Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford was born in Marion County, a daughter of the late Mrs. George and Lettie Spivey Smith. She was the wife of Eugene Alford of Rains and a member of Reedy Creek Baptist Church.
Surviving besides her husband are two daughters, Mrs. Muriel Buckmaster of Sarasota, Fla., and Mrs. Rosa Lee Mouzon of Charleston; four sons, Smith Alford of Laurinburg, N.C., Aubrey Alford of Cordell, Ga., Tommy Alford of Lafayette, La., and Jerry Alford of Charleston; and 13 grandchildren.
Photo from Reedy Creek Baptist Cemetery, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Clara Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 14 Feb 1905.
See the obituaries of her husband, Eugene A. Alford; and children Malcolm Eugene Alford, Muriel Alford Buckmaster, Rosalee Alford Mouzon, and Tommy Bloyce Alford in this compilation.
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CLARENCE LEANDER ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 23 November 1969
CONWAY—Clarence Leander Alford, 53, of the Toddville section of Horry County, died Friday at his residence.
Funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Goldfinch Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of John Gary Alford and the late Gussie Lewis Alford.
Surviving are: his father; his widow, Mrs. Brazillah Rowell Alford of Conway; a son, Joseph Leland Alford of Myrtle Beach; two daughters, Mrs. Douglas Todd, Miss Judy Ann Alford, both of Conway; two brothers, Leo Alford, Woodrow Alford, both of Conway; and three grandchildren.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemeteyr, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Brazillah “Zillah” Rowell Alford; and daughter Marilyn Joyce Alford Todd in this compilation.
Clarence Leander Alford, born 21 July 1916, was the son of John Gary Alford and Gussie Caroline Lewis.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Clarence Leander 1916 SC1, John Gary 1886 SC2, Harrison 1843 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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CLARKIE ALFORD TODD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 1 August 2006
Mrs. Clarkie Alford Todd, 79, widow of Charlie Monroe Todd, died Sunday, July 30, 2006 at Conway Medical Center after an illness.
Mrs. Todd was born April 13, 1927 in Horry County, a daughter of the late William A. and Effie Todd Alford. She was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith.
Surviving Mrs. Todd are two daughters, Mary E. Raby of Wilmington, N.C. and Blanche Sullivan and her husband, Ed of Beaufort; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Todd was predeceased by a daughter, Clara Haselden; a sister, Pearl Hudson and a brother, Joseph Alford.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, August 2, 2006 at the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins. Burial will follow in Red Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home [Mullins]….
Photos from Red Hill Memorial Gardens, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Clarkie Alford Todd (SS# issued in SC), last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her father, William Arthur “Bud” Alford; and brother Joseph Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
Her lineage: Clarkie 1927 SC1, William Arthur 1902 SC2, William Henry 1881 SC3, John Henry 1855 SC4, Joel 1800 SC5.
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CLAUDIA ALFORD SKIPPER
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 8 December 2000
GALIVANTS FERRY—Services for Claudia Alford Skipper, 78, will be held at 2 p.m. today at Pisgah United Methodist Church…. Burial will follow in the church cemetery, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel….
Mrs. Skipper, widow of Charles Howard Skipper, died Thursday, December 7, 2000 in Conway Hospital following an illness.
Born in Marion County, she was a daughter of the late William Henry and Hattie Richardson Alford. She was a member of Pisgah United Methodist Church.
Surviving are daughter, Carolyn Skipper Thomas, Galivants Ferry; sister, Florrie Baxley, Galivants Ferry.
Photos from Pisgah United Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rich Ryals NC
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Claudia A. Skipper (SS# issued in SC) was born 1 July 1922, last residence Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, William Henry “Willie” Alford and Hattie Richardson Alford; and sister Thelma Florrie Alford Baxley in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Claudia 1922 SC1, William Henry 1876 SC2, William Edward 1850 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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CLAUDIA BELL MARTIN ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 23 March 1970
CONWAY—Mrs. Claudia Bell Martin Alford, 74, widow of Howard H. Alford, of the Santee Plain section of Horry County, died Sunday morning at a local hospital.
Funeral will be 3 p.m. Monday at the Gethsemane Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Moses and Carolina Barnhill Martin. She was a Baptist.
Surviving are: five sons, Tracy Alford of Galivants Ferry, Dolphus Alford of Mullins, Lenneau Alford and Armeston Alford, both of Conway, and Lavern Alford of Hartford, Conn.; one daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Rabon of Aynor; one sister, Mrs. Becky Shelley of Marion; and one half-brother and two half-sisters.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Claudia Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 29 Jan 1896 and died _____ March 1970, last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Howard H. Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Arnal Tracy Alford, Dorothy Jane Alford Rabon, Hursel Lenneau Alford, Lacy Howard Alford, and Lonnie Dolphus Alford and in this compilation.
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CLAUDIA CHANDLER ALFORD
THE MESSENGER
Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC—Wednesday, 24 August 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
BRITTONS NECK [Marion Co.]—Funeral services for Claudia Chandler Alford, 87, were held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 22, 2005, at Central United Methodist Church.... Burial followed in Old Neck Cemetery, directed by Smith-Collins Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford, widow of Henry H. Alford, died Friday, Aug. 19, at Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center after an illness. She was born on June 2, 1918 in Williamsburg County, the daughter of the late George Franklin Chandler and the late Lela Davis Chandler. She was a homemaker and a member of Central United Methodist Church.
Surviving are four daughters, Andra Risinger of Charleston, Carol (Mike) Edwards of Hartsville, Darlene Baxley of Rock Hill and Donna Driggers of Marion; her grandchildren, Delaine Driggers Slusser, Travis Alford Driggers, Benji Risinger, Allison Baxley, Matthew Baxley, Milissa Baxley and Carmen Edwards; and a sister, Clara Lee Snowden of Darlington....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Henry Henison Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone, in this compilation.
From her Find A Grave memorial: Her parents were George Franklin Chandler (1884–1966) and Leila Athalia Davis (1886–1961).
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CLAUDIA LEE PARNELL ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Sunday, 5 September 1999
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
ANDERSON [Anderson Co.]—Claudia Parnell Alford, 90, of 308 Greenview Lane, Anderson, died Saturday, September 4, 1999, at National Health Care of Anderson.
She was the wife of the late Rev. Wade Hampton Alford, former pastor of Poplar Spring Baptist Church. Born January 22, 1909, in Starr, S.C., she was the daughter of the late John Lee and Cora V. Brown Parnell.
A homemaker, Mrs. Alford was a member of Poplar Spring Baptist Church, where she served as Sunday School teacher for many years. She was also involved in a ministry in which she distributed gospel literature and devotionals throughout her community.
Surviving are her four sons, William H. Alford and his wife, Celestine Alford of Piedmont; Robert L. Alford of the home, George T. Alford of Atlanta, and John W. Alford and his wife Kay Alford of Eugene, Ore.; four grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her two brothers, Joe F. Parnell and Norton B. Parnell; and her sister, Lorena Gunter. Mrs. Alford was the last surviving member of her family.
The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 6, 1999, at The McDougald Funeral Home Chapel…. Following the service, interment will take place in New Silver Brook Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Tim Brown, Chris Wilson, Donnie Phillips, Billy Anderson, A. N. Brown, Ken Greenway and Joe Furguile….
The family will be at the home of her sister-in-law, Hazel Parnell Brown, 124 Londonberry Drive, Cobblestone East, Anderson.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Claudia L. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituaries of her husband, Wade Hampton Alford Jr., which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; son Robert Lee Alford; and daughter-in-law Fannie Celestine Teague Cox Alford in this compilation.
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CLEOTHA BLANDING ALFORD
Photo from Watkins, Garrett & Woods Mortuary
GEORGETOWN TIMES
Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—Thursday, 22 December 2011
Mrs. Cleotha Alford, 80, of 405 High Valley Blvd., passed away on Monday, December 19, 2011, at her home.
Born in Manning, S.C., she was the daughter of the late John Henry and Frankie Holliday Blanding.
She was married to the late Civil Rights Activist Alex Alford, Sr.
Left to cherish loving memories is her daughter, Brenda Brantley of Charlotte, N.C.; sons, Moses Alford of Pawleys Island, S.C., Dorian Alford of Georgetown, S.C., and Alexander (Andrea) Alford of Morristown, Tenn.; sisters, Mattie B. Smith of Greenville, S.C., and Sarah B. Tilden of the home; brothers, James F. Blanding of San Francisco, Calif., and Rev. Lincoln Blanding of Lillington, N.C.; 11 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, December 23, 2011, at Long Branch Baptist Church in Greenville (864-235-6205).
The arrangements are being handled by Watkins, Garrett & Woods Mortuary (864-242-1144).
A memorial service will also be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, December 26, 2011, at Wild’s Funeral Home in Georgetown.
In another article:
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Thursday, 22 December 2011
Cleotha Alford, 80, of 405 High Valley Blvd., passed away on Monday, December 19, 2011 at her home. Born in Manning, SC, she was the daughter of the late John Henry and Frankie Holliday Blandin [sic: Blanding].
She was a lifetime member of AKA Sorority; graduated from South Carolina State University; and was a well known watercolor artist in the Low Country.
She was married to the late Civil Rights Activist, Alex Alford, Jr. [sic: Sr.]
Survivors: daughter, Brenda Brantley of Charlotte, NC; sons, Moses Alford of Pauley’s Island, SC, Dorian Alford of Georgetown, SC and Alexander (Andrea) Alford of Morristown, TN; sisters, Mattie B. Smith of Greenville and Sarah B. Tilden of the home; brothers, James F. Blanding of San Francisco, CA and Rev. Lincoln Blanding of Lilinton, NC; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren.
Funeral Service: Friday, 1:00 PM at Long Branch Baptist Church with burial in Morning Glory in Georgetown, SC. - Watkins, Garrett & Woods Mortuary
Photo from Morning Glory Cemetery, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rich Ryals NC
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Alexander Alford Sr., in this compilation.
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CLIFFORD JAMES ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 2 May 1946
Photo from Bakers Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his father, Walter Gary Alford; and siblings Elliott Alford, Harley Leverne Alford, and Naomi Alford Hucks Cannon; and half-sister Ann Gertrude Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #12.
His lineage: Clifford James 1923 SC1, Walter Gary 1895 SC2, Arthur S. 1857 SC3, Jess 1834 SC4, Jesse 1785 SC5.
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CLIFTON C. ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 2 May 1956
CHERAW [Chesterfield Co.], May 1—Clifton C. Alford, 46, died early this morning in a Bennettsville hospital where he had been carried a few hours earlier.
A son of Mrs. Ida Campbell Alford and the late John Chance Alford, he was born in Pamplico, with the exception of a year when he lived in Maxton, N.C. he had made Cheraw his home.
He was a member of the Cheraw Masonic Lodge No. 15, and the Omar Temple of the Mystic Shrine.
Funeral services will be held from the Redfearn Funeral Home at 11 a.m. Wednesday....
Burial will be in the Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens.
Surviving are his widow, the former Miss Gladys Howard; one daughter, Elizabeth Cleo; his mother, Mr. J.C. Alford of Raleigh, N.C.; three sisters, Mrs. Junior Prince and Mrs. Jack Davis of Raleigh, N.C., and Mrs. Alvin King of Hartsville; three brothers, Clyde Alford and Rollings Alford of Raleigh and Cliff Alford of Chesterfield.
AAFA NOTES: AAFA records show that Clifton C. Alford was born 6 February 1910 in Pamplico, Florence Co., SC.
On 23 Aug 2013, Find A Grave photographers/contributors Bobby & Faye reported that his plot, next to his father, does not have a gravestone.
On John Chancellor Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 34, a self-employed farmer living in Florence Co., SC. He was born 18 Dec 1884 and names Ida Alford of the same address as his nearest relative.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Clifton C. 1910 SC1, John Chancellor 1884 SC2, John William 1844 SC3, unknown4.
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CLYDE ALBERT ALFORD
Virginia and Clyde Alford
Photo from J. Henry Stuhr Funeral Home
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 26 May 2007
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
Clyde Albert Alford, 85, husband of Virginia Walker Alford, of Mt. Pleasant [Charleston Co.], SC, died Thursday, May 24, 2007.
The relatives and friends of Clyde Alford are invited to attend his Funeral Service on Monday, May 28, 2007 at the McClellanville United Methodist Church at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow in the McClellanville Cemetery. Friends may call at J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Mount Pleasant Chapel on Sunday, May 27, 2007 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm.
Mr. Alford was born June 28, 1921 in Georgetown County, SC, son of the late William Capers Alford and Lillie Idell Finklea Alford. He attended The Citadel and graduated from Bowling Green College in Bowling Green, Kentucky. During World War II, he served in the US Navy in the Pacific Theatre. Mr. Alford was a retired Internal Revenue Service agent.
He is survived by his wife of Mt. Pleasant, SC, daughters, Alberta Virginia Alford Druce and Jane Skrine Alford Szorc, both of Mt. Pleasant, SC, sister, Myrtle Alford McConnell and Ruth Alford Hansen, both of Georgetown, SC, brother, William Cole Alford of Georgetown, SC, five grandchildren, Robert Walker Alford Druce, Christopher William Druce, Katherine Frances Druce, Victoria Caroline Druce, and Maxim Joseph Szorc.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to The American Diabetes Association....
Photo from McClellanville Methodist Church Cemetery, McClellanville, Charleston Co., NY—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Kauffman
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Clyde Albert Alford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituaries of his wife, Virginia Walker Alford; parents, William Capers Alford and Lillie Finklea Alford; and siblings Capers Washington Alford, George Hugene Alford, Myrtle Juliette Alford McConnell, Ruth Christine Alford Hansen, Thomas Adey Alford, and William Cole Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Daniel Benjamin Alford in Florida Obituaries.
On William Capers Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he says he was born 28 June 1877. He is age 41, a farmer living in Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC, and names his wife Lilly.
His lineage: Clyde Albert 1921 SC1, William Capers 1877 SC2, Bryant W. 1842 SC3.
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COLIE JACKSON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 17 April 1957
MULLINS, April 16—Mrs. Collie Jackson Alford, 75, wife of D.L. Alford of Centenary, died at her home Tuesday afternoon after four years of declining health.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday from the Arial Baptist Church.... Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born in Marion County, the daughter of the late Jesse and Sarah Merritt Jackson. She was a member of Aerial Baptist Church.
Besides her husband, she is survived by three sons, Marvin and Littles Alford, of Centenary, John R. of Poston; three daughters, Mrs. Sam Jernigan, Nichols, Mrs. Dick Richardson of Marion, Mrs. J.C. Cannon of Gresham; eight brothers, M.V. and Hoyt, Mullins, Ivey and H.G., Marion, King and George, Gresham, Henry, Lumberton, N.C., W.J., Spartanburg; one sister Mrs. Katie Sales [hard to read], Tabor City, N.C.; twelve grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Photo from Ariel Baptist Church Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Doctor Larie “Dock” Alford; and daughter Sarah Alford Jernigan in this compilation.
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COLON L. ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 23 March 1983
Photo from Greenlawn Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Colon L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 12 Aug 1912 [different than gravestone] and died _____ March 1983, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Sarah Ellen Mudd Alford; second wife, Ruby Wilkes Taylor Alford; sons Jessie Wayne Alford and Johnny Ray Alford; and parents, George Washington Alford and Amelia Ray Alford, in this compilation.
On Colon L. Alford’s 1940 WWII Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 28, born 12 Aug 1912 in Horry Co., SC. He is living in Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC, and names his mother, Amelia Ray Alford, as his contact.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Colon L. 1912 SC1, George Washington 1877 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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CONSTANCE JOHNSON ALFORD SARVIS
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 5 February 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
FLORENCE [Florence Co.]—Services for Constance “Connie” Johnson Sarvis, 68, will be held on Friday at Belk Funeral Home in Darlington. Burial followed in Grove Hill Cemetery.
Born in Marion County to Clyde and Viola Brown Johnson, she died on February 3, 2004.
Survivors include her husband, Thelbert; children, Michael Alford, Mickey Sarvis, Dianne Strawn, and Jean Peele; and siblings Gladys Rising and Clyde Johnson.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Constance J. Sarvis (SS# issued in SC) was born 9 February 1935, last residence Florence, Florence Co.
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CORA MAE TAYLOR ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 28 May 2008
COLUMBIA—Services for Mrs. Cora Mae Taylor Alford, 80, will be held 2:00 p.m. (viewing at 1:00 p.m.) Thursday at Greater Saint Luke Baptist Church with burial in Capernaum Baptist Church Cemetery, Hopkins, SC. Leevy’s Funeral Home, Taylor Street Chapel, is in charge.
Surviving are her daughters, Mary Weston and Julia Alford Miles; sons, Richard Jr., Charlie, Robert and Willie Alford; brother, Ernest Taylor; and sister, Beatrice Young; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In another article:
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—_____ May 2008
Mrs. Cora Mae Taylor Alford, was born September 27, 1927 in Lykesland, South Carolina to the late Mr. Robert Taylor and Mary Brown Taylor. She departed this life on Thursday, May 22, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Richard Alford, Sr.
Mrs. Cora Mae Taylor Alford leaves to cherish her memory: four sons, Richard (Susie) Alford, Charlie (Galena) Alford, Robert (Jackie) Alford and Willie Alford all of Columbia, South Carolina; two daughters, Mary (John) Weston and Julia (Robert) Miles both of Columbia, SC; one brother, Ernest Taylor; one sister, Beatrice Young of Columbia, SC; fourteen grandchildren; thirty-two great-grandchildren, and a host of other loving relatives and friends.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Cora Mae Taylor Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 27 September 1927 and died 22 May 2008.
See the obituary of her daughter Mary Alford Weston in this compilation.
Cora’s husband is probably the Richard Alford who was born 30 Oct 1924 and died _____ Feb 1963 (SS# issued in SC).
Probably:
1930 CENSUS
Harleesville (District 10), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #153:
Daniel Alford head B 20 SC SC SC farmer
age 19 at 1st marriage
Annie M. wife B 23 SC SC SC age 17 at 1st marriage
Richard stepson B 6 SC SC SC
Laura stepdau B 5 SC SC SC
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CORREL HILL ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 27 June 1972
Name: Carrell Hill Alford
Parents: Albert G. and Mary Guffey Hill
Spouse: Sion E. Alford (died in 1922)
Date of Birth/Age: Age 86
Date of Death: Saturday [June 24]
Place of Death: Bennettsville
Place of Burial: Services at Carolina Presbyterian Church
Photo from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Carrel Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 12 Apr 1886 and died _____ June 1972, last residence Little Rock, Dillon Co., SC.
We included the obituary of her husband, Sion Easterling Alford, in North Carolina Obituaries.
Her name is spelled differently in records: Carrel, Carrell, Carel, Carroll, Correl, Corell, and Coral. On her husband’s WWI Draft Registration, she is Annie Correl Alford.
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CORINNE WATKINS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 5 July 1958
HARTSVILLE [Darlington Co.]—Funeral services for Mrs. Corinne Watkins Alford, 57, who died in Columbia [Lexington Co.] will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday from New Market Methodist Church.... Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born in Hartsville and lived several years in Charleston before moving to Columbia. She was a daughter of the late Johnny Watkins and Mrs. Daisy Johnson Watkins.
She was co-owner of the W.B. Alford drapery shop in West Columbia. Mrs. Alford was a past commander of Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary.
Surviving are her husband, Wardie B. Alford; two daughters, Mrs. Fred McDonald, Greenville, and Mrs. R.E. Johnson, Billings, Mont.; two sons, W.B. Jr., West Columbia, and W.E. Alford, Gaston; four sisters, Mrs. William Dodge, Mrs. Tessie Barnett, St. Petersburg, Fla., Mrs. M.E. Gurney, Charleston, Mrs. Dannie Davis, New Castle, Penn.; a brother, Leon Watkins, Hartsville.
Photo from New Market UMC Cemetery, Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Darlington SC
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Wardie Bishop Alford Sr.; and sons Wardie Bishop Alford Jr. and William Edward Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Betty Lou Alford Johnson in Texas Obituaries.
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COUSAR ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 13 August 1908
At a frolic near Selkirk Saturday night Cousar Alford was shot by his cousin, Sam Alford. The principals to the affair are colored. The bullet entered at the small of the back and passed entirely throughout the stomach. Dr. W.B. Smith of Little Rock operated on the negro in the hope of saving his life, but the bowels had been badly perforated and the negro died the following morning [August 9]. The negroes were at a hot supper and had been drinking together. Alford’s slayer escaped.
AAFA NOTES: AAFA is not able to identify this family.
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CULLEN HARRISON ALFORD
GREENVILLE DAILY NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Saturday, 21 January 1911
Photo from Mount Zion Cemetery, Central, Pickens Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Barbara Register Clark
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Parthena Tallula Brandon Alford; and son Harry J. Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Cullen Harrison 1848 GA1, James 1804 GA2, Cullen 1775 NC3, James 1741 NC/VA4, Lodwick 1710 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA7.
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DAISY ALFORD MCKENZIE
Photo from Karie Woodstock, Daisy’s great-granddaughter—used with permission
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 29 August 1969
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Mrs. Daisy McKenzie, 86, of Dillon died Wednesday [August 27] in a local nursing home after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted Friday at 3 p.m. at Dillon Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, directed by Williams Funeral Home.
Mrs. McKenzie was the widow of Monroe McKenzie. She was a daughter of the late Malcolm and Sally McPhaul Alford of Dillon County.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Joe McPherson of Dillon; a sister, Miss Mary Alford of Dillon.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Daisy McKenzie (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 March 1883.
See the obituary of her sister Mary McPhaul Alford (with census reports) in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Clarence David Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
Buried in the same plot at Riverside Cemetery:
Sara McKenzie McPherson 6/1/1919-4/12/1986
Joe T. McPherson 3/17/1921-3/7/1980 PFC U.S. Army WWII
Daisy Alford McKenzie 8/6/1883-8/27/1969
Monroe McKenzie 9/7/1875-10/14/1967
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Daisy 1883 SC1, Malcolm E. 1846 SC2, Benjamin Lee 1809 NC3, Elias 1779 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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DAISY BELLE DIXON ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 13 May 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
SUMTER [Sumter Co.]—Services for Daisy Belle Dixon Alford 11 a.m. Saturday at Mt. Pisgah AME Church; burial in Hillside Memorial Park. Palmer Memorial Chapel is in charge. Born in Lee Co. to John and Lucinda Dixon, she died May 10, 2004.
Surviving: husband, Hampton Alford; children, Dr. George, Lt. Col. Garnel, Ellison Alford, Robert Perkins, Harry Young, Katie Furman, Janie Dixon; 5 siblings; one grandchild.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Daisy B. Alford (SS# issued in VA) was born 8 June 1919, last residence Sumter, Sumter Co.
1920 CENSUS
Bishopville (District 13), Lee Co., SC, Dwelling #226:
Hampton Alford head B 60 SC SC SC farmer
Lizzie wife B 56 SC SC SC
Quinn son B 20 SC SC SC
George son B 19 SC SC SC
Caroline dau B 16 SC SC SC
Fred son B 14 SC SC SC
Hampton Jr. son B 13 SC SC SC
Jessie son B 10 SC SC SC
Willie son B 8 SC SC SC
John son B 6 SC SC SC
Henry son B 17 SC SC SC
Anna sister B 25 SC SC SC house servant
Probably:
1870 CENSUS
Bishopville, Sumter Co., SC, Dwelling #73:
James Alford B 55 SC farm laborer
Caroline B 54 SC
James B 17 SC
Daniel B 14 SC
Minty B 13 SC
Hampton B 9 SC
Henry B 21 SC
Her husband’s probable lineage: Hampton 1907 SC1, Hampton 1860 SC2, James 1815 SC3.
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DAISY ELIZABETH BURR ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 22 February 1994
Name: Daisy B. Alford
Parents: Bogan and Elizabeth Flowers Burr
Date of Birth/Age: Age 83
Place of Birth: Marion County
Date of Death: Saturday, Feb. 19
Place of Death: Marion Memorial Hospital (Article headlined Latta)
Place of Burial: Bethesda Southern Methodist Church Cemetery
In another article:
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—20 February 1994
LATTA—Mrs. Daisy B. Alford, 83, died Feb. 19, 1994, at Marion (S.C.) Memorial Hospital. Funeral is 2 p.m. Monday at Cooper Funeral Home in Dillon….
Survivors are her sons, William Alford of Cheraw, Wayne Alford of Dillon, Jim Alford, Vernie Alford, Larry Alford, Gene Alford, Craig Alford; daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Abbott of Marion, S.C., Mrs. Ann Langdon of Las Vegas, Mrs. Carolyn Paramore of Coolidge, Ga., Mrs. Lorrine Tart, Miss Ernestine Alford, Mrs. Stella Clark.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Daisy B. Alford (SS# issued in VA) was born 28 Dec 1910, last residence Latta, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Eugene Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and her children Elizabeth Alford Langdon, Ernestine Alford, Lorraine Alford Tart, Major Alford, and Vernie P. Alford in this compilation.
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DAISY MAE ALFORD SKIPPER
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 26 October 1962
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Mrs. Daisy Mae [text missing]liam James Skipper of 1401 Race Path Street, Conway, died in a local hospital Thursday following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Evergreen Freewill Baptist Church.... Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Skipper was born on Nov. 4, 1900 in Bayboro section of Horry County, a daughter of William Henry Alford and the late Annie Carroll Alford. She was a member of Evergreen Freewill Baptist Church.
Survivors include one son, W. James Skinner Jr. of Palatka, Fla.; two daughters, Mrs. James Holden of Galivants Ferry, Mrs. Elbert Long of Conway; her father, William Henry Alford of Aynor and three brothers, Bud Alford of Bayboro, Alton Alford of Myrtle Beach and Pete Alford of Columbia, and 19 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Photo from Evergreen Original Freewill Baptist Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her father, William Henry Alford; and brothers Henry Alton Alford and William Arthur “Bud” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
Her lineage: Daisy Mae 1900 SC1, William Henry 1881 SC2, John Henry 1855 SC3, Joel 1800 SC4.
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DAN ALLEN ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 19 October 1998
Published in AAFA ACTION, Summer 1999
BEAVER DAM [Union Co.]—Dan Allen Alford, 70, a retired assembler with Gates Rubber Company died Sunday [Oct 18] in a North Charleston hospital. The funeral will be at 2p.m. Tuesday in Mount Calvary Pentecostal Holiness Church. Burial, directed by Dial-Murray Funeral Home of Moncks Corner, will be in Johnson Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Conway, a son of Allen M. Alford and Rosie Huggins Alford. He was a Mason. He was a member of Mount Calvary Pentecostal Holiness Church.
Surviving are his wife, Eva Page Alford; three daughters, Dale Jane Smith of Lebanon, Nancy Branton of Goose Creek and Stephanie Clark of Moncks Corner; two sons, James N. Alford of Reno NV, and Thomas A. Alford of Beaver Dam; a sister, Joyce Martin of Orangeburg; a brother Vernon Alford of Greenville; 11 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Photo from Wesleyan Methodist Church Cemetery, Macedonia, Berkeley Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Ann
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Dan A. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 16 September 1928, last residence Bonneau, Berkeley Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his parents, Allen Marvin Alford and Rosa Angeline Huggins Alford; and brothers Leroy Earl Alford, Quincy Asberry Alford, and Vernon Lee Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Dan Allen 1928 SC1, Allen Marvin 1905 SC2, John M. 1859 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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DANIEL ALEXANDER ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Monday, 3 June 1963
CLIO—Daniel Alexander Alford, 88, died Sunday in a Clio nursing home.
He was a son of the late J.W. and Martha Smith Alford of Dillon County.
Alford was a prominent farmer of Clio Route 1, in Marlboro County.
Survivors include one sister, Mrs. Flora Larkins of Laurinburg, N.C.; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 5 p.m. Monday in Carolina Presbyterian Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.... Masonic rutes will be rendered at the graveside.
Whitner Funeral Home of Bennettsville is in charge of arrangements.
Photo from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his siblings Graham Brown Alford, Nora Alford Atkinson, Harriett Alford Smith, and Mary Frances Alford Weatherly in this compilation.
Daniel’s mother was probably Flora Jane McPhaul Alford. Martha Smith Alford, named in the obituary, is his stepmother.
On Daniel Alexander Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 44, a farmer living in Clio, Marlboro Co., SC. His birth date is 5 July 1874, he names Mrs. Sallie Alford of the same address as his nearest relative, and he signs his full name.
1880 CENSUS
Harleeville (District 89), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #118:
James Alford head 37 SC SC NC farmer
Harriet dau 10 SC SC SC
Mary F. dau 7 SC SC SC
Daniel A. (male) dau [sic] 5 SC SC SC
Lenora dau 3 SC SC SC
Buried in the Alford Cemetery in Dillon Co., SC:
Flora Jane Mcphaul Alford 26 Mar 1841 - 11 Oct 1879
Wife of J.W. Alford
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Daniel Alexander 1874 SC1, James Wellington 1842 SC2, Benjamin Lee 1808 NC3, Elias 1779 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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DANIEL JAMES ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 13 March 1913
Sunday [March 9] at noon Mr. D.J. Alford passed away at his home in Carolina section after a short illness with typhoid fever. The passing of Mr. Alford removes one of the best citizens of the county. He was the type of man who made friends easily and always had the confidence of those who knew him best. He was a successful farmer, a staunch supporter of the schools and churches, a model citizen, and a kind and indulgent father.
He was about 60 years of age and his surviving children are Mrs. L. McInnis, Misses Emily, Knox, Grady, Jessie and Lizie Alford, of Carolina; Mrs. Gus Alford, of Rowland, his wife having preceded him to the grave about a year ago. He was laid away at Carolina church Monday morning.
In another article:
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—12 March 1913
DILLON, March 11—D.J. Alford of the Carolina section of this county died Sunday about noon at his home of typhoid fever. He had been sick several days only and his death came as agreat shock to his friends. He was about 60 years old and had been very successful at farming. He was a man of the highest type of citizenship and highly esteemd by all who knew him.
He is survived by a wife and seven children, Mrs. L. McInnis of Carolina, Mrs. Gus Alford of Rowland, Zion Alford of Rowland and Misses Emily, Jesse and Lizzie who lived at home, and two boys living at home, Knox and Grady.
Three of his daughters, Misses Emily, Jesse and Lizzie, are seriously ill with the same disease.
The interment was at the Carolina burial ground yesterday morning.
Photo from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Catherine Easterling Alford, and his children Joseph Grady Alford, John Knox Alford, Emily C. Alford, and Maybelle Alford Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his son Sion Easterling Alford; and half-siblings Alexander Alford and Mary Attie Alford in North Carolina Obituaries; and of his half-brothers John McRae Alford, Sion Augustus Alford Sr., and William Chauncey Alford Sr. in Florida Obituaries.
Daniel was the son of Paisley Alford and his first wife, Margaret Ann McInnis.
Daniel, his wife, some of his children, and his father are buried in Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Dillon Co., SC.
1910 CENSUS
Harleesville (District 61), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #44:
Daniel J. Alford head 57 SC SC SC 1st marriage 32 years
farmer
Cathrine wife 50 SC SC SC 12 children, 9 living
Emily dau 26 SC SC SC
Sion E. son 24 SC SC SC carpenter
Knox son 22 SC SC SC farm laborer
Howard P. son 20 SC SC SC
Jessie K. dau 19 SC SC SC
Joseph G. son 16 SC SC SC farm laborer
Elizabeth dau 12 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Harleesville (District 71), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #120:
Daniel Alford head 47 b. Jan 1853 SC NC SC married 22 yrs
farmer
Catherine wife 41 b. Feb 1859 SC SC SC 10 children, 9 living
Maybelle dau 18 b. Nov 1881 SC SC SC
Emily dau 16 b. Sept 1883 SC SC SC
Sion son 14 b. May 1886 SC SC SC
Knox son 11 b. July 1888 SC SC SC
Howard son 10 b. May 1890 SC SC SC
Jesse dau 8 b. Aug 1891 SC SC SC
Grady son 6 b. Apr 1894 SC SC SC
Elizabeth dau 2 b. May 1898 SC SC SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Daniel James 1853 SC1, Paisley 1825 NC2, Sion 1796 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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DANIEL MAYBERRY “D.M.” ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 2 November 2011
GALIVANTS FERRY—Daniel “D.M.” Alford, age 81, husband of Mrs. Mary Frances Sarvis Alford, passed away October 31, 2011 at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center surrounded by his family.
Mr. Alford was born in Conway, SC on February 23, 1930 a son of the late Mr. Daniel Mayberry and Mrs. Mattie Turner Alford.
Mr. Daniel was predeceased by one brother, Julius Alford, and three sisters, Ruby McCracken, Ethel Shelley, and Esta Mae Hardwick.
He was a dedicated member of Rehobeth United Methodist Church where he served the Lord and his church in many different ways. After 20 years of service in the United States Marine Corps., Mr. Alford worked with the Horry County Sheriff’s office where he retired as a Chief Sheriff Deputy.
Surviving Mr. Alford is his wife Mary Francis Sarvis Alford of the home, two sons, Justin Alford and his wife Kathy, Danny Alford and his wife Joy, all of Galivants Ferry, one daughter, Denise Richardson and her husband Darrell of Brittons Neck, five grandsons, Chase Alford, Seth Richardson, Jody Alford (Gwen), Hunter Alford, Kelly Alford (Haley), two granddaughters, Bridget Collins (David), Kaylee Richardson, two great grandsons, Will Collins, Carson Collins, and two great granddaughters, Adaline Alford, and Lydia Alford.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 2, 2011 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Johnson Funeral Home of Aynor. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 3:00 PM at Rehobeth United Methodist Church…. Burial will follow in the church cemetery….
Photo from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted through C. Plaisance, with credit given to Horry County Historic Cemetery Registration Project
Photo from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jack Cayton
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his siblings Ruby Alford McCrackin, Ethel M. Alford Shelley, Esta Mae Alford Hardwick, and Julius Thomas Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Daniel Mayberry 1930 SC1, Daniel Mayberry 1883 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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DANIEL WARREN ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 25 January 1912
After a ten days illness with pneumonia Mr. Daniel W. Alford passed away at his home in Dillon Monday morning [January 22] at 8’oclock. The news of Mr. Alford’s death was a great shock to his numerous friends. Although past his three score and ten, he was a familiar figure in the daily life of the community and enjoyed the friendship and companionship of both young and old. A man of fine moral character, excellent habits and sturdy constitution he continued to be active in his accustomed pursuits until long past the age at which men ordinarily drop out of the ranks of the workers. He was of a cheerful disposition, this spirit remaining with him until the last. He served gallantly throughout the four year’s struggle as a member of the First South Carolina Regiment and was bounded [wounded?] in the Battle of the Wilderness.
Mr. Alford was the son of Jas. L. and Sallie L. Alford. He was born near Selkirk on May 22nd, 1839 and was 73 years of age.
He is survived by a wife and four children Mrs. Phillip Osteen, Miss Nina Alford, and [apparently some text is missing because the following are siblings:] Messrs. Manton Alford of Selkirk; Neil Alford, of Marion, J.F. Alford, of Dillon, Mrs. A.P. McLean, and Miss Mary Ann Alford who live near Selkirk.
The funeral services were held at his late residence Tuesday morning and the body was laid away at the Alford burying ground near Selkirk. In his death the town loses a good citizen and his home loses a devoted husband and affectionate father.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: AAFA records confirm that Daniel Warren Alford was born 22 May 1839 in SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Elizabeth F. “Bettie” Walters Alford; children Adfull Pierce Alford, James Augustus Alford, Addie Anina “Nina” Alford, and Harriet Onelia Alford Osteen; and siblings Mary Ann Alford, James Frierson Alford Sr., and Manton Alford in this compilation.
1900 CENSUS
Manning (District 77), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #24:
Daniel Alford head 61 b. May 1839 SC NC NC m. 21 years farmer
Bettie F. wife 57 b. Oct 1842 SC SC SC 5 children, 4 living
J. Gustus son 21 b. Nov 1878 SC SC SC
Hariet O. dau 19 b. July 1880 SC SC SC
Nina A. dau 16 b. Aug 1883 SC SC SC
Pierce A. son 13 b. Sept 1886 SC SC SC
1880 CENSUS (June 28)
Harleeville (District 89), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #479:
Daniel Alford head 40 SC NC NC farmer
Elizabeth wife 37 SC SC SC
Augustus son 1 SC SC SC
The family of his brother James Frierson Sr. is in dwelling #481.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Daniel Warren 1839 SC1, James Little 1811 NC2, Warren 1770 NC3, Jacob 1738 VA4, Lodwick 1710 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA7.
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DAVID ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 2 November 2005
GRESHAM [Marion Co.]—David Alford, 70, husband of Ethel Branton Alford, died Monday, Oct. 31, 2005. Services will be at 3 p.m., Hickory Hill Free Will Baptist Church with interment following in the church cemetery, directed by Morris Funeral Home of Hemingway.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
He may be the “David Alford of Gresham” listed as a brother in the obituary of Leon Alford in this compilation. However, he would have been born about 1925, and Robert is the name of the 5 year old on the 1930 census of Leon’s parents.
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DAVID EARL ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 11 December 1979
Name: David Earl Alford
Parents: David Alford and Primes Alford, foster parents Julius and Ruby Lee Ellerbee, Lake View
Date of Birth/Age: Age 26
Place of Birth: Dillon County and of Lake View
Date of Death: Thursday [Dec 6], auto accident
Place of Death: Little Pee Dee State Park Road
Place of Burial: Old Clio Cemetery in Clio
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that David Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 30 July 1953, death date _____ Dec 1979. His last residence Lake View, Dillon Co., SC.
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DEBBIE LEE ALFORD SARVIS
Aunt of Gladys Alford Everhardt, AAFA #0273, and Ebbie Preston Alford, AAFA #0237
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 23 October 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
RAINS [Marion Co.]—Services for Debbie A. Sarvis, 78 were held at Ariel Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Meares Funeral Home was in charge.
Mrs. Sarvis, widow of the late Johnny Otto Sarvis, Sr., died Sunday [October 21] at Marion County Medical Center. Born is Horry County, she was a daughter of the late Joseph Preston and Isabella Mishoe Alford.
Surviving are daughters, Patricia Dozier, Phyllis Robinson, Sandra Foxworth, son Johnny Sarvis, Jr., sister, Martha Miller, 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and one great-great granddaughter.
Photo from Ariel Baptist Church Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Debbie L. Sarvis (SS# issued in NC) was born 2 February 1923, last residence Rains, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her mother, Isabella Mishoe Gerald Alford; brother Miley Preston Alford; and half-brothers Joseph Valine Alford and William Gordon Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her brothers Arnold Cody Alford and Ebbie C. Alford in Florida Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Debbie Lee 1923 SC1, Joseph Preston 1877 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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DEBORAH ANN LANE ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 5 July 1996
Deborah Ann Lane Alford, 48, of Sweethome Church Road, died Wednesday, July 3, 1996, at Conway Hospital after an illness.
She was born in Conway, a daughter of the late Baker and Dula Nancy Floyd Lane.
Mrs. Alford was a member of Outreach for Christ Freewill Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband, Billy G. Alford; a son, Billy L. Alford of Myrtle Beach; two daughters, Ginger I. Boyd of Conway and Sherri Alford of Myrtle Beach; a brother, Harry Lane of Charleston; three sisters, Kay Ackerman of Georgetown, Betty Strickland of Charleston and Ruth Cochrane of West Palm Beach, Fla.; and two grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 7-9 tonight at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway chapel. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Neck Cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Billy G. Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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DEBORAH JEWELL ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ December 2015
Deborah Jewell Alford of Dillon, SC, died Friday December 25 at her residence. Funeral services will be held Wednesday December 30, 2015, 3 PM at Manning Baptist Church, 308 E. Calhoun St, Dillon, with Rev. Rodney McCorkle, pastor, burial will follow in Resthaven Cemetery.
…. This is another service by the professionals at House of Thomas Funeral Home of Dillon.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
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DELLA ALFORD WALTER
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 15 March 1951
Name: Delta* Alford Walter
Spouse: Dr. Alford B. Walter
Date of Birth/Age: Age 93
Date of Death: March 12, 1951
Place of Death: Confederate Home, Columbia, SC
Place of Burial: Cederate*
*101 Cemeteries in Marian County, SC, Page 271 – lists Della Alford Walter and Dr. Alford B. Walter in Cedardale Cemetery, Mullins, SC.
Photo from Cedardale Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jeff Murrie
AAFA NOTES: From AAFA records, Della Alford was born 17 June 1858 in Little Rock, Dillon Co., SC. Her husband was Alfred Bethea Walter.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Della 1858 SC1, Warren Little 1823 TN2, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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DELLY MAE ALFORD JONES RABON
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 9 June 1994
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
AYNOR [Horry Co.]—Delly Mae Alford Jones Rabon, 64, died Wednesday [June 8] in a local hospital. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday in Goldfinch’s Conway Chapel. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.
Mrs. Rabon was born in Horry County, a daughter of Homer B. Alford and Amelia Barnhill Alford. She was a member of Valley Forge Missionary Baptist Church and was the widow of M.T. Rabon.
Surviving are two sons, Hollis Jones and Nelson Jones, both of Aynor; five daughters, Genevieve Smith and Renee Todd, both of Conway, Mary A. Johnson, Josephine Martin and Norma J. Rowe, all of Aynor; two brothers, Melton Alford and Eddie Alford, both of Thomasville, N.C.; six sisters, Izzie Parrott of Florence, Goldiphine Allen, Len Lockhart and Carolyn Nobles, all of Aynor, Ven Jordan of Chadbourn, N.C., and Hazel Balliet of Conway; and 12 grandchildren, and Helle Anderson, [article cut off].
Photos from Pleasant Union Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Rabon Crossroads, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Delly M. Rabon (SS# issued in SC) was born 15 August 1929.
See the obituaries of her parents, Homer Burroughs Alford and Amelia Viola “Melia” Barnhill Alford; and her siblings Freeman “D.L.” Alford, and Goldaphine Alford Allen in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Eddie D. Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
She is named Mrs. Mose Jones in the 1958 obituary of her father.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Delly Mae 1929 SC1, Homer Burroughs 1898 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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DENNIS “BO” ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—30 November 2012
AYNOR—Dennis “Bo” Alford age 58 of Pisgah Church Road passed away November 29, 2012 at Conway Medical Center surrounded by his family.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County November 14, 1954 a son of the late Jim Norton Alford and the late Leola Harrelson Alford.
Surviving Mr. Alford in addition to his wife Mrs. Ann Alford of the home, are two sons, Denny Alford and his wife Debbie, Randy Alford and his wife Amber, all of Aynor, two grandchildren, Hunter Alford, Molly Alford, one brother, Brian “Buddy” Alford of Aynor, and two sisters, Peggy Sellers and Terri Brown both of Conway.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 PM Friday, November 30, 2012 at Johnson Funeral Home of Aynor. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, December 1, 2012 at Aynor Church of God….
Burial will follow in the church cemetery….
Photo from Aynor Church of God Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susan Rogerson Perhala-Horry County Cemeteries
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his mother, Leola Harrelson Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Dennis 1954 SC1, Jim Norton 1929 SC2, William Henry 1876 SC3, William Edward 1850 SC4, William N. 1826 SC5.
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DESSIE WATSON ALFORD
Mother of Willie Eugene Alford, AAFA #0302
Aunt of Mary Agnes Alford Smith Lynch, AAFA #1234
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Friday, 26 June 1992
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Dessie W. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 8 Dec 1909, last residence Piedmont, Greenville Co., SC.
See the obituary of her husband, Willie Monroe Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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DEWEY BOYD ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 24 December 2000
Dewey Boyd Alford, 63, of Wayside Road, died Saturday, Dec. 23, 2000, at Conway Hospital.
He was born in Horry County, a son of the late Estelle Alford Skipper.
He was a member of Pisgah United Methodist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Betty Alford; a son, Chris Alford and his wife, Angie, of Conway; a daughter, Kim Carney and her husband, Ethan, of Myrtle Beach; and three grandchildren, Kayla Alford and Christa Alford, both of Conway, and Dylan Carney of Myrtle Beach.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday at the Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Juniper Bay Baptist Church…. Burial will be in the church cemetery….
Photo from Juniper Bay Baptist Church Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
Photo posted June 2016
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Betty Annette Shelley Alford; and grandfather William Henry “Willie” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Dewey Boyd 1937 SC1, Estelle 1919 SC2, William Henry 1876 SC2, William Edward 1850 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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DEWEY EMANUEL ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 16 September 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
MARION [Marion Co.]—Mr. Dewey Emanuel Alford, 83, died Friday, September 15, 2006, at his residence after an illness. A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 17, 2006 in Palmetto Memorial Gardens Cemetery directed by Richardson Funeral Home....
Born in Marion, he was a son of the late Pearlie Dubose Alford and Leila W. Pace Alford. Mr. Alford was of the Methodist faith and a high school graduate. He was a veteran having served in the Navy during World II. He was retired and a co-owner of a dairy business.
Survivors are his wife, Miriam S. Alford, of the home; two daughters, Peggie A. Conant and Carl of Columbia and Ann Alford of Marion; two sisters, Olivia Whitaker of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Betty Weicht of Las Vegas, Nevada; one grandson, Carl Conant, III of Columbia and two Great-grandchildren. He was also predeceased by two brothers, P.D. Alford, Jr. and Walter H. Alford....
Photos from Palmetto Memorial Gardens, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Dewey Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 1 August 1923.
See the obituaries of his wife, Miriam Smith Alford; parents, Pearlie Dubose Alford Sr. and Leila Pace Alford; and brothers Pearlie Dubose Alford Jr. and Walter Herbert Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Dewey Emanuel 1923 SC1, Pearlie Dubose 1894 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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DIANE ALFORD MARLOW
Photo from Caughman-Harman Funeral Home
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 10 July 2011
LEXINGTON—Diane Alford Marlow, 68, died July 7, 2011 after a long fight with lung cancer. The family wishes to thank the compassionate care of Dr. Marshall, Dr. Madden and all of their respective staff members. They made her last years and especially the last week as comfortable as possible. Diane enjoyed sixteen years of marriage to her husband and loved the combined family of her two daughters and her husband’s three daughters and one son. They were all her children and she loved them equally with all her heart.
Diane is survived by her husband, Dan Marlow; mother, Katherine Alford; sister, Debra (Nelson) Gammans; children, Wendy Waddle, Christy (Mark) Pernat, Mark Marlow, Laura Marlow, Anne (Alex) Beuhring, and Lynn (Tom) Van Tiem; grandchildren, Tyler Waddle, Kayla Marlow, Ian Swiedler, Riley Pernat, Kevin Beuhring, Ella Beuhring, Tommy Van Tiem, Evelyn Van Tiem, Joe Van Tiem, and Elodie Pernat. The grandchildren were the light and love of Diane’s life.
Diane started her career with the state government at South Carolina Parks Recreation and Tourism, where she did double duty as a state employee and also served as the Executive Director of Keep America Beautiful of South Carolina. In that role she was very active in bringing the Adopt a Highway from Texas to South Carolina and in raising the public’s awareness of the damage litter does to our beautiful state. From PRT Diane went to the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control’s Office of Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling. She was a project manager for the office’s outreach and education programs, working closely with schools across the state on curriculum materials and setting up recycling programs as well as making countless presentations to students. In addition, she was the office’s resident expert on backyard composting, helping recycling coordinators and residents.
Diane loved people. She was a cheerleader and she carried that enthusiasm over to her adult life. Her love of life was contagious and as cheerleading captain and homecoming queen she inspired others to enjoy and celebrate all of life’s moments. She was always ready to give an encouraging word to those in need. She participated in a number of beauty contests, including the Miss Georgia Pageant, where she was voted Miss Congeniality by her peers. She was very active in the Girl Scouts for many years. She loved children and also taught swimming for many years. She dedicated her life to be of service to this wonderful world and its people.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church, 5503 Sunset Blvd., Lexington, SC. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, July 11, 2011 at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel. www.caughmanharmanfuneralhome.net
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Diane Alford Marlow (SS# issued in GA) was born 24 Nov 1942, last residence Lexington, Lexington Co., SC.
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DOCTOR LARIE “DOCK” ALFORD
Granduncle of Michael Boyd Alford, AAFA #0495
Source unknown
_____, Marion Co., SC—Thursday, 11 September 1980
RAINS [Marion Co.]—Dock L. Alford, 86, died Wednesday [September 10] in a Mullins hospital after an illness.
Funeral will be 3 p.m. Friday in Ariel Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of the late John R. and Mary James Alford. He was a retired railroad worker and farmer. He was a member of Ariel Baptist Church.
Surviving are two sons, Marvin Alford of Gresham and Littles Alford of Conway; three daughters, Mrs. Dick Richardson of Mullins, Mrs. Sam Jernigan of Tabor City, N.C., and Mrs. Curry Cannon of Gresham; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Photo from Ariel Baptist Church Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Dock Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 17 January 1894 and died _____ September 1980, last residence Mullins, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Colie Jackson Alford; daughter Sarah Alford Jernigan; and brothers John Oliver Alford, Joseph Mack Alford, and Southern Albert Alford in this compilation.
On Dock Larie Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 23, b. 17 January 1894 in Burcol [??], SC. He is a farm laborer living in Centenary, Marion Co., SC, with a wife and three children. He is short with blue eyes and “yellow” hair, and he signed his full name.
1930 CENSUS
Le Gette (District 3), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #215:
Dock Alford head 40 SC GA GA age 21 at 1st marriage farmer
[The birthplaces of Dock’s parents are handwritten and clear, but his mother, living with him, was clearly born in SC. All SC birth places are stamped.]
Coly Alford wife 43 SC SC SC age 24 at 1st marriage
Little Alford son 17 SC SC SC
Rob Alford son 13 SC SC SC
Marvin Alford son 8 SC SC SC
Lizzie Alford dau 6 SC SC SC
Maggie Alford dau 4-1/12 SC SC SC
Mary Alford mother 66 SC SC SC widow
1920 CENSUS
Le Gette (District 103), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #164:
Dock Alford head 28 SC SC SC farmer
Colie Alford wife 37 SC SC SC
Sarah Alford dau 6 SC SC SC
Littles Alford son 5 SC SC SC
Roberson Alford son 3 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Buck (District 46), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #200:
Living with the William and Mary J. Smith family:
Dock Alford boarder 17 SC SC SC farm laborer
1910 CENSUS
Buck (District 46), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #249:
John R. Alford head 60 SC SC SC 1st marriage 40 years
farmer
Mary F. Alford wife 48 SC SC SC 9 children, 8 living
Joseph M. Alford son 22 S SC SC
Arthur J. Alford son 13 S SC SC
Mary E. Alford dau 20 S SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Conway (District 57), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #328:
John R. Alford head 50 b. May 1850 SC SC SC m. 25 years
farmer
Mary J. Alford wife 40 b, July 1859 SC SC SC 9 children, 8 living
Albert Alford son 20 b. Nov 1879 SC SC SC
[probably wrong birth date since he’s not listed in 1880; Bible record says 15 Jan 1881]
Julius R. Alford son 18 b. Mar 1882 SC SC SC
John Alford son 16 b. Feb 1884 SC SC SC
Ettie Alford dau 14 b. Aug 1885 SC SC SC
Joseph Alford son 12 b. Jan 1880 [sic] SC SC SC
Doctor L. Alford son 9 b. Feb 1891 SC SC SC
Walter Alford son 7 b. Nov 1892 SC SC SC
James Alford son 4 b. Apr 1896 SC SC SC
1880 CENSUS
Dog Bluff (District 52), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #99:
John R. Alford head 28 SC SC SC laborer
Mary F. Alford wife 18 SC SC SC
Hatty Alford dau 1 SC SC SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Doctor Larie “Dock” 1892 SC1, John Robeson 1852 SC2, Arthur 1803 SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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DOLLY ANNETTE HARPE HALFORD
BLAND COUNTY MESSENGER
Bland, Bland Co., VA—Wednesday, 11 March 2015
JOHNSTON, S.C.—Mrs. Dolly Annette Halford, a member of Johnston ARP Presbyterian Church, entered into eternal rest Saturday, March 7, 2015 at her residence. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 3 p.m. at Johnston Presbyterian Church.
Mrs. Halford was born in Augusta, Ga. on St. Patrick’s Day and half Irish. She was born to Rosa Ann and John Harpe. She graduated from Tubman High School and worked at J.C. Penny Co. Dolly married George Burton Halford, USN in October 1946, who now waits for her in Heaven.
Survivors include one daughter Bonnie Welder; and one grandson, Wesley J. Walton.
Mrs. Halford loved Jesus, her family, and her dogs, Bunny, BeBe, Pepper, Petie, and Alfie.
Memorials may be made to Johnston Presbyterian Church, 700 Mims St. Johnston, SC 29832. No Flowers Please. Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please sign the online register book at www.edgefieldmercantilefh.com.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, George Burton Halford, in this compilation.
The funeral home lists her birth date as 17 March 1927.
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DOLORES WILSON ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 5 August 1998
Published in AAFA ACTION, Winter 1999
GADSDEN [Richland Co.]—Services for Dolores Wilson Alford of 1320 Kingville Rd., will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 1998, at Church of God, Wateree, with burial in Mount Olive Baptist Church Cemetery, Gadsden.... Visitation is 3-9 tonight at J. P. Holley Funeral Home, Garners Ferry Road Chapel, Columbia....
Mrs. Alford died Monday, Aug. 3, 1998. Born in Gadsden, she was a daughter of Joseph Wilson Sr. and Ada Ruth Cunningham Wilson. She was a member of the Church of God and employed with Gleamns Headstart.
Surviving are her parents; son, Michael Cansler of Shelby, N.C.; daughter, Meshall of Gadsden; brothers, Joseph (Sarah) Wilson Jr. and Barry (Etta) Wilson, both of Gadsden; sisters, Pandora W. LaBrew and Flora C. Robinson, both of Gadsden; a grandchild.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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DONALD A. ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 7 December 2013
WEST COLUMBIA—After a lengthy illness at his home, Don Alford, of West Columbia, South Carolina, met his Lord and Saviour on December 5, 2013. His Godly example and words of wisdom will be remembered by all who knew him.
He began his career with the USMC in 1954 and later retired in 1973 after surviving an automobile accident in 1969. His devoted and loving wife of 55 years cared for his every need which allowed him the opportunity to serve in full time Christian service at Grace Baptist Church in West Columbia, first as treasurer and later as comptroller for over 30 years.
He was preceded in death by his father, A.J. Alford of Lumberton, NC; mother, Alice W. Kirk, and sister, Doris Long, both of Rockingham, NC.
Surviving are his wife, Lonna Alford; three children, Lory Aun (John), Tony Alford (Terri), and Leisha Ramirez (Sergio); six grandchildren, Tori Alford (Kyle Ward), Alycin Garcia (Jonathan), Taren Wheeler (Cruz), Lonna Adams (Jim), JohnMichael Aun and Sebastian Ramirez and three great-grandchildren, Karissa Garcia, Aidan Garcia and Blakely Wheeler. He is also survived by a niece, Joyce Player of North Carolina, and an aunt, Lea Alford Barnard of Georgia.
Visitation will be held from 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 8, 2013, prior to the service at Thompson Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel, on 4720 Augusta Road, Lexington…. Burial will follow in Woodridge Memorial Park….
Pallbearers are Micah Aulds, David Drozd, Eric Humphries, Matthew Humphries, Dennis Stoudemire and Keith Stoudemire. Alternates are Donald Drozd and Michael Moore. Honorary pallbearers are Mr. and Mrs. Carl Ayer, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Corley, Mr. Raleigh Fletcher, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Holliman, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Jack Masquelier, Mr. and Mrs. Ron McCall, Mr. and Mrs. Karl Pfaehler, Mr. and Mrs. John Rosier, Mr. and Mrs. Tim Stevens and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thomas….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
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DORIS L. ALFORD COOPER
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 4 December 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
MARION [Marion Co.]—Services for Doris L. Cooper, 75, were held at the Chapel of Richardson Funeral Home with burial in Devotion Gardens.
Mrs. Cooper, widow of Clyde Cooper, died December 1, 2001. Born in Horry County, she was the daughter of the late James and Laura Alford.
Surviving are son, Terry Cooper, daughters, Cheryl Baxley and Faye Evans, sisters, Gertie Dix, Leathea Graham, and Geraldine Sellers.
Brothers T.L. Alford and Donnie Alford predeceased her.
Photos from Devotion Gardens, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Ron Rowell
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Doris A. Cooper (SS# issued in SC) was born 5 March 1926, last residence Marion, Marion Co.
See the obituary of her parents, James Fred Alford and Laura Allen Alford; and sister and Gertie Alford Dix in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Donnie Leaneau Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Doris L. 1926 SC1, James Fred 1888 SC2, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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DOROTHEA DOLZETTA MUDD ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ August 2013
February 9, 1933 - August 15, 2013
Mrs. Dorothea (Dolzetta) Mudd Alford was born on February 9, 1933 to the late John Ella Mcquaige Mudd, Jim Rhone. She entered into eternal rest on Thursday August 15, 2013 at Mcleod Medical Center in Dillon S.C.
She attended the public school of Robeson County. In 1951 she joined in matrimony to the late William Mack Alford, to this union three were born. She later moved to New York where she did domestic work for many years.
Dorothea was preceded in death by her parents, husband, eight brothers, seven sisters.
She leaves to cherish her fond memories two daughters Janie (Leroy) Miles, Dorothy (Fred) Leach, one son William (Louise) Alford all of Rowland N.C. two sisters Gladys Mudd, Lumberton,NC, Lucille Chandler Rowland, NC, one brother John Mcqueen, Baltimore, MD, one sister-in-law, Bethea King Mudd, Rowland, NC, ten grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Funeral services will be held Monday August 19, 2013, 2 PM at Magnolia Stateline AME Church, Hamer [Dillon Co.], SC with burial following in the church cemetery…. The family is receiving friends at 2544 Alfordsville Rd, Rowland, NC.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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DOROTHY ALFORD CORNETT
Aunt of Frank Luther Alford Jr., AAFA #0720
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Tuesday, 15 September 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Dorothy Alford Cornett, 78, a retired registered nurse with the Marion County School District, died Saturday [September 12] in a Columbia hospital. The funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. today in Cox-Collins Funeral Home. Burial will be in Smith Cemetery.
Mrs. Cornett was born in Marion County, a daughter of William Alford and Mattie Smith Alford. She was a U.S. Air Force veteran of World War II. She was a member of Gapway Baptist Church. She was the widow of retired Maj. Coy M. Cornett.
Surviving are a son, Robert Cornett of Huntington Beach, Calif.; two daughters, Pamela Cornett of Mullins and Cynthia C. Watson of Columbia; two brothers, Stanley Alford of Columbia and Neil Alford of Marietta, Ga.; a sister, Virginia Alford of Columbia; and two grandchildren.
Photo from Smith Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, William Herbert Alford and Martha Prudence “Mattie” Smith Alford; and her siblings Frank Luther Alford, Mildred Alford Byrd, Stanley Carlyle Alford, Victor Jerome Alford, Virginia Grey Alford, and William “Chessie” Alford.
Dorothy and her sister Mildred died on the same day.
Her parents and family were enumerated in Marion County, SC, in the 1920 census. Father was listed as Willie 40, mother as Mattie 27. Children were Gerome W. 4, Virginia 3, and Herbert 2.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Dorothy 1920 SC1, William Herbert 1880 SC2, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC3, Warren Little 1823 TN4, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC5, Warren 1770 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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DOROTHY ALFORD MARTIN
Photo from Goldfinch Funeral Home
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 8 July 2014
CONWAY—Dorothy “Dottie” Alford Martin, age 71, wife of Dean Martin, passed away Sunday, July 06, 2014 at her residence.
Dottie was born in Conway, SC, a daughter of the late James Leo and Dorothy Blanch Singleton Alford. She was a former member of White Savannah Freewill Baptist Church where she and her husband founded the Senior Citizen’s Ministry. Dottie has most recently been a member of Mt. Ariel Freewill Baptist Church for the past several years. Prior to her retirement, Dottie was employed by Dean’s Floor covering with her husband and three sons. Dottie was previously employed as the Office Manager for the former Carolina Mills Lumber Company in Conway, SC.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her daughter; Melissa Lynn Martin and her brother, Kenneth “Ranny” Alford.
Surviving in addition to her husband of 35 years are; her children, Darlene Martin Skipper(Greg) of Sunset Beach, NC, Ronald Martin (Tammy) of Calabash, NC, Jonathan Martin of Conway, Michael Martin also of Conway; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a brother, James “Al” Alford (Pauline) of Moore, SC; and a sister, Sheila Alford Cribb Shanklin (Dennis) of Columbia, SC.
A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at Mt. Ariel Freewill Baptist Church…. Burial will immediately follow at Hillcrest Cemetery….
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
We included the obituary of her brother Kenneth Randall “Ranny” Alford in Maryland Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Dorothy 1943 SC1, James Leo 1911 SC2, John Gary 1886 SC3, Harrison 1843 SC4, Harrison 1843 SC5, Arthur 1803 SC6, Arthur 1775 SC7.
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DOROTHY GRAHAM ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 20 September 2016
BISHOPVILLE—Funeral service for Mrs. Dorothy Graham Alford will be 1 p.m. Thursday, September 22, 2016 at Barnettsville Baptist Church, Bishopville…. Burial will follow in the church cemetery directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home, Inc.
Mrs. Alford died Monday, September 19, 2016 at her residence.
She was born in Darlington County a daughter of the late Willie and Alwildia Zimmerman Graham. She was a graduate of Rosenwald High School Class of 1968.She was employed by Bankers Trust in New York. She was a member of Bethesda Baptist Church, Society Hill and later joined Barnettsville Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death her brother: William Zimmerman; a sister, Gwendolyn Graham and her mother-in-law, Florence Alford Delk.
Survivors include: her husband of 48 years, Walter “Jason” Alford, Sr. of the home; one daughter, Therese Alford of Columbia, SC; two sons: Walter (Pertell) Alford of Camden, SC and Loverrz Alford of McGuire Air Force Base, NJ; 3 grandchildren: Endeah, Bryan and Bryson; a sister, Louvenia Graham Harrison of Albany, NY; one brother, Russell Graham of Society Hill, SC; a sister-in-law, Doris Alford Lighty of Columbia, SC; a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family is receiving friends at the residence, 904 Manville-Saint Charles Road, Bishopville.
Photo from Barnettsville Baptist Church Cemetery, Bishopville, Lee Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sondra Walling
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her mother-in-law, Florence Alford Delk, in this compilation.
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DOROTHY JANE ALFORD RABON
Aynor, Horry Co., SC—_____ August 2017
Dorothy Jane Rabon
September 27, 1925 ~ August 16, 2017
Mrs. Dorothy Jane Alford Rabon, 91 of Tolar Road, has rejoined her husband of 63 years. After a nine year absence, they now reside in their heavenly home as of Wednesday, August 16, after several years of her declining health.
Mrs. Rabon was born September 27, 1925, the daughter of the late Howard H. Alford and Claudia Bell Alford.
She was predeceased by her six brothers. Tracy, Laverne, Dolphus, Lenneau, Lacy and A. M. Alford.
Mrs. Rabon was a devoted wife, mother, and took exceptional care of her husband. She cared for her family as well as others. She was known for her cakes her precisely cut collard greens, and her hand rolled thin pastry. She loved children, enjoyed fellowship with friends and family. She loved her yard full of azaleas. Up until her health declined, she always cared for her chickens and loved gathering the eggs. No one ever left her house without being given eggs or some of her home canned goods. She visited the sick always with cake in hand.
Her first job was as a receptionist at the old Conway Hospital. After that time, she helped build and worked alongside of her husband in the family business Rabon’s Auto Parts and Garage which they started 68 years ago. She was a faithful member of Aynor First Baptist Church for 68 years. She was a Sunday School teacher for thirty-two years and a member of the WMU. Even as her physical and mental health declined, she read her Bible daily.
Surviving are her five blessed children, Larry Rabon (Sarah), Denny Carl Rabon (Brenda) Erroll Rabon (Vicki) Clarissia R. Hardwick (Dean) all of Aynor, Renita R. Chestnut (Cliff) of Longs. As well as her heart adopted children Ramona Crowe of Aynor, and Kim Singleton of Conway; her grandchildren, Tabitha R. Strickland, Jeremy Rabon, Stephen Rabon, Alison R. Martin, Deana H. Skipper, Jenny H. Spivey, Brandy J. Hughes, Kendal J. Lowry, Joshua Rabon, Mark Rabon, Rebekah Rabon, Lisa C. Miccio, Lynn Crowe, Hannah S. Smith and John Perry Singleton; Twenty-five great grandchildren and counting along with many nephews and nieces.
We are thankful and grateful to our caregivers over the years and especially for Angie Hilburn for her love and devotion to our mother and has been with us the longest, Lisa Dozier who came to us more recently and has helped us through the hardest times and to Mercy Care Hospice for the love support.
Funeral services will be held 5:00 PM Friday August 18, 2017 at the Aynor First Baptist Church…. Burial will follow at Aynor Cemetery….
Photos from Aynor Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Smith
Photos posted in 2013
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Howard H. Alford and Claudia Bell Martin Alford; and siblings Arnal Tracy Alford, Hursel Lenneau Alford, Lacy Howard Alford, and Lonnie Dolphus Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Dorothy Jane 1925 SC1, Howard H. 1895 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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DOROTHY MAE ALFORD MITCHELL
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ July 2008
Dorothy Mae Alford Mitchell died July 15, 2008. House Of Thomas Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
In another article:
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ July 2008
Dorothy Mae Alford Mitchell was born on July 25, 1947 in Dillon, SC to David Alford Sr and Mary Ann Alford. She died Tuesday July 15, 2008 at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, SC.
She was married to the late Victor Mitchell Sr and to this union two children were born, Victor Jr. and Vanessa. Graduating with the Gordon High School class of 1966 she moved to Harlem NY where she remained until 2003. She was a member of New Hope Baptist Church in Latta under the leadership of Rev. Dr. John L. Davis and was active with city council and her community.
She leaves to cherish loving memories her children, her mother and father, two brothers; David Jr (Patricia), and George “Money” (Desiree) Alford and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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DOROTHY BELL MIZZELL ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 17 February 1996
Photos from Greenlawn Memorial Park, Columbia, Richland Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Green Jewell
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Dorothy M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 28 June 1928, last residence West Columbia, Lexington Co., SC.
See the obituary of her husband, Wardie Bishop Alford Jr., in this compilation.
From SSACI: Dorothy Mizzell Alford was born 26 June 1928 in St. George, SC, daughter of Daniel H. Mizzell and Bertha L. Harbeson. She is listed as:
Oct 1943 Dorothy Bell Mizzell
Jun 1950 Dorothy Mizzell Lewis
Sep 1952 Dorothy Mizzell Alford
Feb 1996 Dorothy M. Alford
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DOROTHY PADGETT ALFORD
AUGUSTA CHRONICLE
Augusta, GA—Saturday, 22 November 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
JOHNSTON [Edgefield Co.], S.C.—Mrs. Dorothy Padgett Alford, 52, died on Thursday, November 20, 2003, at her residence…. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday, November 23, 2003 at the Piney Grove Church Cemetery, Edgefield.
Survivors include her husband, Tony Alford; a daughter, Naomi Alford; her parents, Goode and Genva Padgett; six brothers, Donald, Connell, Jimmy, David, Erving, and Jerry Padgett; and three sisters, Patricia Minnick, Betty Walton, and Mildred Davis.
Friends may call at the residence or Amos & Sons Funeral Home, Johnston.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Dorothy P. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 14 June 1951, last residence Johnston, Edgefield Co.
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DOUGLAS EDWARD ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 13 July 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Douglas Edward Alford, 64, husband of Betty Lane Alford, died Tuesday, July 11, 2006, at Carolinas Hospital System in Florence after an illness.
Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, July 14, in Red Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery.... The services will be directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was born July 11, 1942, in Marion County, a son of the late Edward Eugene Alford and the late Lizzie Fleetwood Brown Alford. He was a retired insurance salesman. Mr. Alford was a member of Gapway Baptist Church.
Surviving Mr. Alford in addition to his wife of the home are a son, Douglas E. Alford Jr. of Mullins; two daughters, Teresa A. Singleton and her husband, Jeff, of Wake Forest, N.C., and Donna A. Hinson and her husband, George Edward, of Florence; four grandchildren, Shane Alford, Christian Alford, Bailey Hinson and Caitlin Singleton; a sister, CaraBell Sawyer of Marion; and three brothers, Kerry Alford of Charleston, Ellis Alford of Mullins and Benny Alford of Danville, Va.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Cox-Collins Funeral Home and at other times at Mr. Alford’s home, … Mullins.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Edward Eugene Alford and Lizzie Fleetwood Brown Alford Sawyer, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Douglas Edward 1942 SC1, Edward Eugene 1907 SC2, John Ellis 1869 SC3, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC4, Warren Little 1823 TN5, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC6, Warren 1770 NC7, Jacob 1738 VA8, Lodwick 1710 VA9, James 1687 VA10, John 1645 VA11.
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DOUSCHKA MARION ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Friday, 13 September 1963
Name: Doushke Alford
Parents: William McDonald and Sara Elizabeth Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 84
Date of Death: Tuesday
Place of Death: Ancestral Home, The Cedars.
Place of Burial: Alford Cemetery
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: From AAFA records, Douschka Marion Alford was b. 11 Aug 1879, the youngest of her parents’ 12 children.
See the obituaries of her parents, William McDonald Alford and Sarah Elizabeth McLean Alford; and siblings Annie Nash Alford, Elizabeth Alford McLeod, Ella McDonald Alford, Julia Henrietta Alford, Mary Grace Alford, McPherson McLean Alford, Edwin Plummer Alford, Robert Lee Alford, and William Baskin Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Douschka Marion 1879 SC1, William McDonald 1827 SC2, Neill Little 1799 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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DUNCAN CURRY ALFORD
Photo from 1921 Presbyterian College (Clinton, SC) yearbook, The Pac-Sac ’21
Duncan Curry Alford was Secretary of the Class of 1921.
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 13 November 1969
DR. ALFORD, SPARTANBURG, DIES AT 69
SPARTANBURG—Dr. Duncan Curry Alford, 69, died Wednesday [November 12] in a local hospital.
He was born in Dillon County, a son of the late Manton and Rena Curry Alford.
Funeral services will be Friday at 10 a.m. in First Presbyterian Church, with burial in the Alford Family Cemetery in Dillon.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Mary Ann Fruitt and Miss June Alford of Spartanburg; a son, Dr. Earl C. Alford of Spartanburg; three brothers, J.L. Alford of Dillon, Manton Alford of Laurinburg, N.C., and E.R. Alford of Dillon; and three sisters, Miss Juliette Alford and Miss Tochie Alford of Dillon and Mrs. Margaret Brandis of Salisbury, N.C.
He was a general practitioner for the past 39 years and was formerly principal and football coach at Kershaw High School for several years. He was also a former principal at Dillon High School for two years.
He was vice president of the S.C. Medical Association in 1944, and was Chief of Staff of the Spartanburg General Hospital in 1946.
J.F. Floyd Mortuary is in charge.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Duncan Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 11 Dec 1899, last residence Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Mildred Martin Alford; son Earl Curry Alford; parents, Manton Alford and Lorena Curry Alford; and siblings Earl Richards Alford Sr., James Little Alford, Juliaette Alford, Manton Clisby Alford, Margaret Alford Brandis, Mary Love Alford, and Tochie Patricia Alford in this compilation.
Buried next to each other in the Alford Cemetery in Dillon Co., SC:
Duncan Curry Alford, M.D. 11 Dec 1899 - 12 Nov 1969
Mildred Martin Alford, R.N. 20 Oct 1903 - 5 Oct 1967
Infant daugher of D.C. & M.M. Alford 22 May 1939
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Duncan Curry 1899 SC1, Manton 1854 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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DUNCAN E. ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 9 September 1977
HAMER [Dillon Co.]—Funeral Services for Dunk Alford will be at 4 p.m. Friday in Magnolia AME Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery, directed by Green’s Funeral Home in Dillon.
Mr. Alford, 86, died Monday [Sept 5] in Honorage Nursing Home in Florence after a long illness.
He was the son of the late Maggie and Issac Alford and was born in Marion County.
Surviving are two brothers, Willie Alford of the home, Johnny Alford of Hamer; and a sister, Mrs. Sarah Alston of Norfolk, Va.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Dunk Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 2 Jan 1891 and died _____ Sept 1977.
See the obituary of his mother, Mary Maggie Alford, and half-brother Willie James Alford in this compilation.
Duncan is listed as a stepson in 1900. His father is unknown. Ages of family members on the census reports are not consistent.
1930 CENSUS
Carmichael (District 6), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #167:
Isac Alfred head B 50 SC SC SC age 21 at 1st marriage
farmer
Mary M. wife B 49 SC SC SC age 18 at 1st marriage
Dunk E. son B 25 SC SC SC
Willie J. son B 19 SC SC SC
Sarah dau B 20 SC SC SC
John son B 15 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Carmichael (District 23), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #170:
Isaac Alford head B 54 SC SC SC age 21 at 1st marriage
farmer
Maggie wife B 50 SC SC SC age 18 at 1st marriage
Dunk son B 23 SC SC SC
Emerson son B 22 SC SC SC
Odessera dau B 21 SC SC SC
Rosa dau B 19 SC SC SC
Isaac son B 17 SC SC SC
Sarah dau B 15 SC SC SC
Willis son B 14 SC SC SC
John son B 12 SC SC SC
Franklin son B 10 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Carmichael (District 60), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #419:
Isiac Alford head B 50 SC SC SC 2nd marriage 12 years
farmer
Mary M. wife B 30 SC SC SC 1st marriage 12 years
7 children, 7 living
Duncan E. son B 14 SC SC SC
Odessa dau B 13 SC SC SC
Rosa dau B 12 SC SC SC
Jay son B 10 SC SC SC
Mary dau B 7 SC SC SC
Hattie dau B 4 SC SC SC
Sarah dau B 1 SC SC SC
Daniel H. Brown nephew B 21 SC SC SC
Lockshaw Brown nephew B 19 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Carmichael (District 70), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #372:
Isaac Alford head B 35 b. ___ 1865 SC SC SC married 0 years
farmer
Mary M. wife B 24 b. ___ 1876 SC SC SC married 0 years
3 children, 3 living
Duncan L. step-son B 9 b. ___ 1891 SC SC SC
Odessa step-dau B 6 b. Sept 1893 SC SC SC
Rosa step-dau B 2 b. Jan 1898 SC SC SC
Daniel H. Brown nephew B 11 b. ___ 1889 SC SC SC
On Dunk Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 24, a farm hand emplyed by Isaac Alford in Hamer, SC. He is single, race “African,” and signs with his mark. He was born in 1893, date not known.
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EDWIN PLUMMER ALFORD
THE TIMES–PICAYUNE
New Orleans, LA—Thursday, 2 April 1925
MAN, DAUGHTER DIE IN CROSSING CRASH
SOUTH CAROLINA VICTIM WAS BROTHER-IN-LAW OF GOV. MCLEOD
FLORENCE, S.C., April 1—Dr. Plummer Alford of Mullins, a brother-in-law of Governor Thomas G. McLeod, and his 2-year-old daughter were killed when their automobile was struck by a Seaboard Air Line train near Darlington this afternoon.
Mrs. Alford was painfully injured. The three were returning from the funeral of Mrs. Alford’s mother at Rock Hill, S.C.
In another article:
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Thursday, 2 April 1925
FATHER AND CHILD KILLED IN ACCIDENT BY SEABOARD TRAIN
FLORENCE, S.C., April 2—Dr. Plummer Alford of Mullins and his two year old girl were killed at a railroad crossing of the Seaboard Air Line about three miles out of Darlington yesterday afternoon. Dr. Alford, his wife and child were returning from Rock Hill where they had attended the funeral of Mrs. Alford’s mother when they were struck by the Seaboard passenger train from Florence, at where it crosses the highway from Darlington to the Mars Bluff bridge.
Dr. Plummer Alford was instantly killed and the little girl died shortly after receiving medical attention. Dr. Alford was the son of William Alford of Dillon county and a brother of Dr. R.G. Alford of Wisacky. Dr. Alford was a brother-in-law of Gov. T.G. McLeod.
The bodies were taken to an undertaking parlor here, and friends in Darlington are doing all possible for Mrs. Alford. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon arrival of the members of the deceased family.
Mrs. Alford was a Miss Byers of Rock Hill. She was painfully injured but not seriously.
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THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 4 April 1925
DARLINGTON, April 3—”We, the undersigned jury, find that Dr. E.P. Alford and Sarah Byers Alford came to their death, when the car in which they were riding collided with train No. 24 on the Seaboard Air Line railway on April 1,” was the verdict of the coroner’s jury that was investigating the death of Dr. Alford and his young daughter in a wreck about three miles from Darlington Wednesday afternoon.
The verdict was signed by the following members of the jury: J.L. Sprinkler, Eugene Wilson, W.J. Stem, A.S. Melver, R.J. Lunny and E.D. Humphries.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, William McDonald Alford and Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” McLean Alford; and siblings Annie Nash Alford, Douschka Marion Alford, Elizabeth Alford McLeod, Ella McDonald Alford, Julia Henrietta Alford, Mary Grace Alford, McPherson McLean Alford, Robert Lee Alford, and William Baskin Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his wife, Annie Hall Byers Alford, in North Carolina Obituaries.
On Edwin Plummer Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he says he was born 28 Sept 1877 in Latta, Dillon Co., SC.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Edwin Plummer 1877 SC1, William McDonald 1827 SC2, Neill Little 1799 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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EARL CURRY ALFORD
Photo from his Find A Grave memorial
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Wednesday, 16 January 2019
NEWBERRY—-On January 15, 2019, Earl Curry Alford, loving husband, father of four children and retired surgeon, passed away at the age of 84.
Dr. Alford was born on Jan. 7, 1935, to Duncan Curry Alford and Mildred Martin Alford in Spartanburg, SC. He received his bachelor’s degree from Presbyterian College and his medical degree from the Medical College of South Carolina in Charleston, SC. He married Martha Catherine Van Ness Alford on June 13, 1959. They raised two daughters, Celia Alford Wilson and Tochie Alford Blad, and two sons, Duncan Earl Alford and Earl Kent Alford. He practiced medicine as a board certified surgeon in his hometown Spartanburg, Harlan, KY, and Newberry, SC. He retired from medical practice in Newberry, SC.
Dr. Alford received additional medical training at Emory University and thoracic-cardiovascular surgical training at Bowman Gray School of Medicine of Wake Forest University and Oteen VA Hospital in Asheville, NC. He served as a U.S. Army Captain and surgeon in a MASH unit in Vietnam in the late 1960s.
Dr. Alford enjoyed visiting his family and friends and was particularly fond of visits by his grandchildren, both in Newberry and at the family vacation home in the Great Smoky Mountains outside of Bryson City, NC.
Dr. Alford is survived by his wife of 59 years, Martha, his daughter Celia and her husband Brian C. Wilson, his daughter Tochie and her husband Robert Blad, his son Duncan and his son Earl and his wife Nancy Wicker Alford. He is also survived by his sisters June Alford Steven and Mary Ann Fruit, both of Spartanburg, SC. Eight grandchildren and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews survive Dr. Alford.
…. A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 18, 2018, at 11 am at the Alford Family Cemetery on Minturn Road near Reedy Creek Presbyterian Church, Highway 9 in Dillon County, SC…. Whitaker Funeral Home of Newberry is assisting the family.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Duncan Curry Alford and Mildred Martin Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Earl Curry 1935 SC1, Duncan Curry 1899 SC2, Manton 1854 SC3, James Little 1811 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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EARL LEE ALFORD
Earl and his wife Carol
Photo from Baker Funeral Home
THE HERALD
Rock Hill, York Co., SC—Monday, 19 December 2011
LANCASTER—A funeral service to celebrate the life of the Rev. Earl Lee Alford, 65, of Lancaster, S.C., will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, in Crestview Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Abney Baptist Church Cemetery, Kershaw, S.C….
Born in White Plains [Hopkins Co.], Ky., May 5, 1946, he was the son of the late Lloyd and Mae Woodall Alford.
The Rev. Alford died Saturday, Dec. 17, in Agape Hospice, Rock Hill, S.C.
The Rev. Alford was a Baptist minister, having served the following churches: Bethel Baptist Church, Newport, S.C.; Beaverdam Baptist Church, Cassatt, S.C.; Siloam Baptist Church, Ninety Six, S.C.; First Baptist Church, New Lenox, Ill.; Pleasant Plain Baptist Church, Kershaw, S.C.; Westcreek Baptist Church, Batesburg, S.C.; and Bloomingvale Baptist Church, Andrews, S.C. He was a graduate of Wingate College and Southern Theological Seminary.
Surviving are his wife of 45 years, Carol Carnes Alford of the home; two sons, Eric S. Alford-Hartman and his wife, Guynette, of Louisville, Ky., and Trent L. Alford and his wife, Jennifer, of Lancaster; five grandchildren, Courtney Hartman, Tyler Alford, Hannah Alford, Reid Hartman and Ginger Hartman; two sisters-in-law, Janine Alford of Rock Hill and Janice C. Scott of Kershaw; and a number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, George Alford.
…. Baker Funeral Home (www.bakerfunerals.com) is serving the Alford family.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
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EARL RICHARDS ALFORD, SR.
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 6 May 1980
Name: Earl Richards Alford, Sr.
Parents: Manton and Rena Curry Alford
Spouse: Marguerite Smith Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 78
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Monday
Place of Death: Marion
Place of Burial: Alford Cemetery
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Earl Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 24 Aug 1901, last residence Latta, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Marguerite Smith Alford; parents, Manton Alford and Lorena Curry Alford; and siblings Duncan Curry Alford, James Little Alford, Juliaette Alford, Manton Clisby Alford, Margaret Alford Brandis, Mary Love Alford, and Tochie Patricia Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Earl Richards 1901 SC1, Manton 1854 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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EARLINE ALFORD HARRISON SHAW
Photo from her gravestone
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 30 December 2004
LAKE CITY [Florence Co.]—Services for Earline Alford Harrison, 78, widow of Willie Harrison, will be 11 a.m. Friday at Wesley Chapel UMC with burial in Greenlawn Cemetery, Kingstree. Green’s Funeral Home is in charge.
Born in Cades [Williamsburg Co.] to Johnny and Laura McCutcheon Alford, she died Dec. 27, 2004.
Surviving: children, Carolyn, Glenda, Ricky, John, Jackie Harrison, Denise Montgomery; 11 grands; 11 great-grands; 4 siblings.
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Source unknown
Posted to her Find A Grave memorial
Earline A. Harrison, 78, widow of Willie B. Harrison, died Monday, Dec. 27, 2004.
Born April 22, 1926, in Cades, she was a daughter of the late Johnny and Laura McCutcheon Alford. She was retired from Wentwoth Manufacturing. She was a member of Willing Workers No. 330 Order of Eastern Star Chapter. She earned a technical certificate in furniture upholstery. She was a devoted evangelist at Nettie’s Temple Holiness Church.
Survivors include three sons, Ricky (Marie) Harrison and John E. (Cynthia) Harrison, both of Orangeburg, and Jackie (Fusako) Harrison of Tokyo, Japan; a grandson she reared, Craig Harrison of Atlanta, Ga.; three daughters, Carolyn Harrison and Denise (Charles) Montgomery of Lake City and Glenda Harrison of Florence; one brother, Herman (Luvenia) Alford of Lake City; three sisters, Jack Frances Fulmore of Ladysmith, Va., Jeanette Gordon of Lake City and Alice (Solomon) Tisdale of Willow Grove, Pa.; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
Funeral services: Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church on Deep River Street, Lake City….
Burial: Greenlawn Cemetery in Kingstree.
Photo from Green Lawn, Kingstree, Williamsburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nancy Lee Huggins
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Earline H. Shaw (SS# issued in SC) was born 22 Apr 1926, last residence Lake City, Florence Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her brothers Howard “Bayboy” Alford, where she is Earline H. Shaw (1997), Mitchell Alford, where she is Earline Harrison (1974), and Willie Dozier Alford in this compilation.
1930 CENSUS
Lake City (District 26), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #134:
John Alford head B 35 SC SC SC age 23 at 1st marriage farmer
Laura Alford wife B 30 SC SC SC age 18 at 1st marriage
Matthew Alford son B 10 SC SC SC
Percy son B 8 SC SC SC
Sanar dau B 6 SC SC SC
Earline dau B 4 SC SC SC
Mitchel son B 2 SC SC SC
Next door are Laura’s probable parents, John T. McCutchen 56, his wife Lansy 53, and 3 sons.
1920 CENSUS
Sumter (District 141), Williamsburg Co., SC, Dwelling #177:
John Alford head B 26 SC SC SC farmer
Laura Alford wife B 19 SC SC SC
Mac Alford son B 1-5/12 SC SC SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #7.
Her lineage: Earline 1926 SC1, John Luther 1893 SC2, Archie 1850 SC3, Nero 1808 SC4.
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EDITH INEZ REID DENDY ALFORD
Stepmother of Julius Anderson “Jake” Alford Jr., AAFA #0717; and Patricia Ann Alford Granberg, AAFA #1228
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Thursday, 20 February 1997
GREENVILLE—Edith Inez Dendy Alford, 86, of the Greenville Retirement Center, formerly of Reynolds Avenue in Greenwood, widow of Julias A. Alford, died Feb. 19, 1997, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.
Born in Monroe, N.C, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jonah Reid. She was a retired waitress and was a member of Rice Memorial Baptist Church in Greenwood.
Surviving are a daughter, Jeannette Simpson of Greenville; a son, Ray Dendy of Clinton; eight grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Graveside services were today at Greenwood Memorial Gardens. The family received friends immediately following the service. The family is at their respective homes. Blyth Funeral Home is in charge.
Photos from Greenwood Memorial Gardens, Hodges, Greenwood Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gail Carruth
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Edith R. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 Dec 1910, last residence Clinton, Laurens Co., SC, last benefit Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC.
See the obituary of her second husband, Julius Anderson Alford Sr., in this compilation.
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EDITH IRENE ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ January 2012
March 9, 1946 - January 18, 2012
Edith I. Alford of Latta died Wednesday at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, SC.
Funeral services will be held Sunday January 22, 2012, 2 PM at Open Door Church in Dillon, … burial will follow in Resthaven Cemetery….
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THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 20 January 2012
Edith Irene Alford, 65, of Latta, died Wednesday [January 18]. Friends may call at 1222 Wix Road, Dillon. Plans will be announced by House of Thomas Funeral Home, Dillon.
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EDNA ALFORD BROOME
Edna Alford Broome
January 7, 1927 - October 4, 2019
Photo from Posey Funeral Directors
AIKEN STANDARD
Aiken, Aiken Co., SC—Sunday, 6 October 2019
BEECH ISLAND—Funeral Services for Mrs. Edna Alford Broome, 92, who entered into rest October 4, 2019, will be conducted this Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock from the Posey Funeral Chapel…. Interment in Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery….
Mrs. Broome was a native of Lynchburg, Virginia, having made Beech Island her home for the past 73 years. She was a member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church. Mrs. Broome was a former employee of J.B. Whites, American General Insurance and owner of Broome Service Center. She was the wife of the late Spires Brinkley Broome, Sr. and loved being with her family and friends.
Survivors include four sons, Brink (Brenda) Broome, Beech Island, Roy (Debbie) Broome, Lincolnton, Jim (Wendy) Broome, Beech Island and John (Denise) Broome, Aiken; a daughter, Sissy (Kyle) Swing, Laurens, SC; fourteen grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; a brother, James Alford, Mint Hill, NC.
Pallbearers will be Brink Broome, Roy Broome, John Broome, Jim Broome and Kyle Swing….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her mother, Annie Mae Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #10.
Her lineage: Edna 1927 VA1, Leroy 1897 NC2, Walter Joseph 1874 NC3, Joseph H. 1839 VA4, Joseph 1802 VA5, John 1773 VA6, John 1732 VA7, John 1696 ??8.
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EDNA ALFORD CAUDILL WILDER
FRANKLIN TIMES
Louisburg, Franklin Co., NC—Tuesday, 4 March 2008
ZEBULON—Edna Alford Caudill Wilder, 93, formerly of the Corinth community, died Friday morning, Feb. 29, 2008, in Lancaster, S.C. Funeral services were conducted Sunday, March 2, at Corinth Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
She was born in Johnston County, daughter of the late Walton and Alice Lassiter Alford. She worked with the Johnston County Public Library.
Surviving: her son, Andrew Caudill (Peggy) of Lancaster, S.C.; stepchildren, Doris Douglas and Lunell Hinton, both of Zebulon, Sarah Smith of Durham, Laura Strickland of Dunn, Charles Wilder of Garner; sister, Hilda Johnson of Troy; one granddaughter and one great-granddaughter; 19 step-grandchildren; 29 step-great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Hubert A. Caudill and Leonard Wilder; stepdaughter, Janie Marks; stepson, Jimmy Wilder; brothers, Carton, W. Jay and Rupert Alford.
Flowers welcome or memorials may be made to the Smith-Bryan Chapter of NSDAR, 109 Castle Drive, Smithfield, NC 27577.
Arrangements by Strickland Funeral Home, Wendell.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Edna Caudill Wilder (SS# issued in NC) was born 20 July 1914, last residence Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC.
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EDNA ALFORD GERRALD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 18 May 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
GALIVANTS FERRY [Horry Co.]—Services for Edna Alford Gerrald, 69, the widow of Palmar Gerrald, will be held on Monday at Meares Funeral Home in Mullins. Burial followed in Rehoboth United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Born in Horry County, she was the daughter of Berry Coleman and Glenn Cook Alford. She died on May 17, 2003.
Survivors include her daughter, Michelle Richardson; a sister, Juanita Ariola; and granddaughter, Kenda Johnson.
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SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 18 May 2003
GALIVANTS FERRY—Edna Alford Gerrald, 69, died Saturday, May 17, 2003.
She was a daughter of the late Berry Coleman and Glenn Cook Alford. She was a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church.
Survivors include a daughter, Michelle Richardson and her husband, Jimmy, of Galivants Ferry; a sister, Juanita Ariola of Waterberry, Conn.; granddaughter, Kendra Johnson of Galivants Ferry; special sister-in-law, Keller Alford of Marion; and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband, Palmar Gerrald, whom she married Dec. 17, 1963; four brothers, Artis, Arthur, H.B. and Billy Alford; three sisters, Alma A. Elvington, Leatha A. Beaver and Azile A. Smith.
Visitation will be from 7 to 9 tonight at Meares Funeral Home in Mullins. The funeral will be at 4 p.m. Monday at the funeral home…. Burial will be in Rehoboth United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Photo from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, rdsxfan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Edna A. Gerrald (SS# issued in SC) was born 16 Nov 1933.
See the obituaries of her parents, Berry Coleman Alford and Glenn Cook Alford, and siblings Annie Alma Alford Elvington, Arthur Laneau Alford, Billy F. Alford, H.B. Alford, and Leatha Alford Beaver in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Edna 1933 SC1, Berry Coleman 1891 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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EDNA EARLE HUGHES ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Saturday, 20 October 2007
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
AYNOR [Horry Co.]—Edna Earle Alford, 72, wife of the late Hubert Alford, of Hucks Rd., died Thursday, October 18, 2007 at Conway Manor.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, October 21, 2007, at Rehobeth Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel....
In another article:
Goldfinch Funeral Services
goldfinchfuneralhome.com
Edna Earle Alford, age 72, wife of the late Hubert Alford of Hucks Road, died Thursday, October 18, 2007 at Conway Manor.
Mrs. Alford was born February 7, 1935 in Horry County, a daughter of the late Moses Bert and Brittie Ida Todd Hughes. She was a member of Rehobeth Baptist Church and was predeceased by one son, Milton Alford and one grandson, Ray Smith.
Surviving are one son, Johnny Earl Alford of Galivants Ferry, one daughter, Karan Alford of Aynor, four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two sisters, Eleanor Lovell of Conway and Gwendolyn Shelley of Aynor.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday at Rehobeth Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Edna Earle Alford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituaries of her sons Johnny Earl Alford and Milton Alexander Alford in this compilation.
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EDWARD DELONEY ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 17 September 1959
MARION [Marion Co.]—Edward Lonnie Alford, 71 [sic—should be 81], died at a local hospital Wednesday after a brief illness.
Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Watson Cemetery, Brittons Neck….
Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Stacie Richardson Alford; two brothers, Daniel Alford, Lumberton, N.C., and Wardie Alford, Columbia; four sisters, Mrs. General [Sue] Jones and Mrs. Clyde [Essie] Hyman, Florence, Mrs. Simpson [Minnie Viola] Coleman, Savannah, Ga., and Mrs. George Hatchell, Rockingham, N.C.
Photo from Brittons Neck Cemetery, Brittons Neck, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, John Richardson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Stacie Richardson Alford; parents William Edward “Ned” Alford and Rebecca Whaley Alford; and siblings Essie Alford Hyman, Mary Alford Hatchell Cole, Minnie Viola Alford Coleman, Susan Alford Jones, Wardie Bishop Alford Sr., and William Henry Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Daniel Manuel Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
In his wife’s obituary, he is called Lone Alford. They apparently had no children.
On the 1880 census, Edward D. Alford is age 2, living in Rowell, Marion Co., SC, with his parents, W. Edward and Mary J.R. Alford.
In 1900, Edward D. Alford, age 21 b. June 1878, is living in Le Gette, Marion Co., SC, with his uncle William Whaley, his mother’s brother.
On Edward Deloney Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 40, born 6 June 1878. He is a farmer in Eulonia, Marion Co., SC, and he names Mrs. Stacey Alford, same address, as his nearest relative. He signed with his mark.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Edward Deloney 1878 SC1, William Edward 1850 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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EDWARD EUGENE ALFORD
Photo from Gapway Baptist Church Cemetery, Gapway, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the submitter, his great-nephew Jeff Murrie
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 19 August 1971
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Edward Eugene Alford, 64, died Wednesday [August 18] after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in Cox-Collins Funeral Home.... Burial will be in Gapway Cemetery, near Mullins.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion County, a son of the late Ellis and Ellen Atkinson Alford.
He was a member, former deacon and treasurer of Gapway Baptist Church; and was a member of the Woodmen of the World.
Mr. Alford is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lizzie Brown Alford of Mullins; a daughter, Mrs. Theo (Cara Bell) Sawyer Jr., of Marion; five sons, Douglas Edwards Alford, Ellis Emerson Alford and Benney Boyd Alford, all of Mullins, Karry Malcolm Alford of Charleston and Robert Wayne Alford of Mullins, stationed in Charleston with the U.S. Navy; three sisters, Mrs. Archie Gasque of Mullins, Mrs. Harry Sawyer of Garden City Beach and Mrs. Frank Best of Myrtle Beach, and six grandchildren.
Photo from Gapway Baptist Church Cemetery, Gapway, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jeff Murrie
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Edward Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 Feb 1907, death date listed as _____ Aug 1971.
See the obituaries of his wife, Lizzie Fleetwood Brown Alford Sawyer; son Douglas Edward Alford; and sisters Clara Bell Alford Best and Kate Ann Alford Gasque in this compilation.
1920 CENSUS
Le Gette (District 103), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #120:
Boarding with the Howard Coleman family:
Ellen Alford boarder 41 SC SC SC widow
Katie T. boarder 16 SC SC SC
Edwin boarder 12 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Reaves (District 73), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #349:
John E. Alford head 35 SC SC SC laborer first marriage 9 years
Ellen wife 30 SC SC SC
Katie dau 6 SC SC SC
Manton dau 5 SC SC SC
Edwin son 2 SC SC SC
Lillian dau 7/12 SC SC SC
1870 CENSUS
Le Gette, Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #106:
Daniel M. Alford 22 NC farmer
Cada A. 22 SC
John Ellis 1 SC
Next door in dwelling #105 are Cada’s parents, John E. and Zilphia S. Harrelson, and her siblings.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Edward Eugene 1907 SC1, John Ellis 1869 SC2, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC3, Warren Little 1823 TN4, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC5, Warren 1770 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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EDWARD GRAY ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 4 December 1943
Photo from State Branch Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Chuck Mull
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Gilbert Grey Alford and Vera Hope Herring Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Edward Gray 1938 SC1, Gilbert Grey 1907 SC2, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC3, Harrison 1843 SC4, Arthur 1803 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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EDWARD MANUEL ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—_____ October 1992
Included in AAFA ACTION, March 1993
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Edward Manuel Alford, 85, retired owner of Carolina Furniture House, died Thursday [Oct 22] in a local hospital. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday in Mullins First Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home, will be in Cedardale Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion County, a son of Manuel Alford and Janie Williams Alford. He was a member of Damascus Masonic Lodge No. 161. He helped organize North Mullins Baptist Church and Woodlawn Baptist Church, both in Mullins, and Pee Dee Baptist Church in Gresham. He was the former chairman of the Missions Committee of the Marion Baptist Association and was an active member of Mullins First Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Susanna Brown Alford; a son, James E. Alford of Bradenton, Fla., three daughters, Elsie Drew of Lugoff, Kathryn McCormick of Nichols and Ann Fowler of Mullins; a brother, Pearley Alford of Marion; two sisters, Emma Rogers of Whiteville N.C., and Louise Anderson of Mullins; nine grandchildren; and 10 great-grand children.
Photos from Cedardale Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Edward M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 27 December 1906.
See the obituaries of his wife Nancy Susanna Brown Alford; children James Edward “J.E.” Alford and Elsie Alford Drew Williams; mother, Janie Rectina Williams Alford Altman Jones; siblings Anna Louise Alford Brown Anderson, Eugene A. Alford, Pearlie Dubose Alford Sr., and William Power Alford; and half-siblings Henry Monroe Alford and Willie Ann Alford Turbeville in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Emma Jane Alford Williamson Stanton Rogers in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Edward Manuel 1906 SC1, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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EFFIE ALFORD DOUGLAS
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 10 August 1995
Name: Effie Alford Douglas
Parents: James and Ada Hayes Alford
Spouse: Stephen Paul Douglas, Jr.
Date of Birth/Age: Age 73
Place of Birth: Dillon
Date of Death: Saturday, August 5, 1995
Place of Death: Headlined Dillon
Place of Burial: Riverside Cemetery
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Effie B. Douglas (SS# issued in SC) was born 3 October 1921, last residence Florence, Florence Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, James Frierson Alford Jr. and Ada Lee Hayes Alford; and her sisters Rebecca Alford Henderson and Ada Mae Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Thomas Brooks Alford Sr. in Georgia Obituaries.
The birth date on her gravestone conflicts with the SSDI birth date.
Effie is buried in the same plot as her parents, sisters Rebecca and Ada Mae, and husband: Stephen P.Douglas Jr. CDR U.S.Navy WWII Korea 1925-1977.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Effie 1921 SC1, James Frierson 1883 SC2, James Frierson 1846 SC3, James Little 1811 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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EFFIE GRACE WHALEY ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 28 August 1950
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Mrs. Effie Grace Alford, 58, native of Gresham, of Marion county, daughter of the late Daniel and Ida Davis Whaley, died Sunday afternoon at the Mullins Hospital after a short illness.
Funeral services in the Central Methodist Church, Britton’s Neck will be held at 5 o’clock Monday afternoon.... Burial will follow in the Britton’s Neck cemetery.
She is survived by her husband W. Power Alford of Gresham; two sons, Henry and Paul Alford of Gresham; one brother A.B. Whaley of Gresham; three sisters, Mrs. L.H. Capps of Rains, Mrs. George Capps of Jacksonville and Mrs. Minne Coleman of Gresham, and five grandchildren.
Photo from Old Neck Cemetery, Brittons Neck, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, John Richardson
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, William Power Alford, and her son Henry Henison Alford in this compilation.
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ELEASE SLATOR JAMES ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 8 August 2000
LAMAR [Darlington Co.]—Services for Elease Slator (James) Alford were held 1 p.m. Monday in Emmanuel Community Church with burial in the church cemetery directed by Hines Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford died Thursday [August 3]. Born in Darlington Co., she was a daughter of the late James and Annie Bell Enoch Slater. She was a member of Emmanuel Community Church.
Surviving are her daughters, Mary Brown of New York City, Susan Richards, Creola James both of Queens, N.Y., Nora Green of Brooklyn, N.Y., Anne Marshall of Columbia; son, Henry Alford Jr. of New York City; three sisters; eight brothers; sons-in-law; a daughter-in-law; 16 grandchildren; five great grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Elease S. James (SS# issued in SC) was born 8 March 1922, last residence Lamar. It is not clear why her last name is listed as James in SSDI records, or why “James” appears in parentheses in the obituary.
See the obituary of her daughter Susanna Alford Richards in this compilation.
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ELIJAH BASS ALFORD
[He died in NC, but he lived in SC and is buried there.]
GEORGETOWN TIMES
Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—Friday, 17 February 1989
Elijah B. Alford of Conway, 74, died Tuesday, Feb. 14, 1989, ina Chapel Hill, N.C. hospital.
Funeral services were today, Feb. 17, 1989, in Goldfinch’s Conway Chapel. Entombment was in Hillcrest Mausoleum.
Mr. Alford was born Aug. 18, 1914, in Horry County, a son of Hayward Alford and Nellie Barnhill Alford. He was a member of Zion Pentecostal Holiness Church.
Surviving are: His widow, Louise Christmas Alford; a son, Aubrey Alford of Conway; two daughters, Syliva [sic: Sylvia] Jean Jackson and Jo Ann Grainger, both of Conway; a brother, Norwood Alford of Georgetown; a sister, Nina Hall of Brevard, N.C.; seven grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Elijah B. Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Louise Christmas Alford; parents, Haywood Alford and Nellie Barnhill Alford; and siblings Norwood Alford and Zetha Alford Harter in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Elijah Bass 1914 SC1, Haywood 1879 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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ELIZABETH ALFORD
EDGEFIELD ADVERTISER
Edgefield, Edgefield Co., SC—Wednesday, 7 February 1912
A SAD BEREAVEMENT
Mr.and Mrs. J.W. Alford, of Covington, Ga., have recently come into our midst, Mr. Alford having charge of the installing of electric lights in our town. On Saturday night last their little girl, Elizabeth, who has been ill for a week or more, passed into the beyond, at the home of Mrs. Marion Jones, where the family were boarding. This dear little girl was at the interesting age, being just five years old, and was a beautiful child.
Mr. and Mrs. Alford are left with one little boy, strangers in Edgefield, and yet having a place in the hearts of the people. Many expressions of smpathy have been heard, and though they are not known personally to many in Edgefield, they are recipients of their condolence and prayers.
On Sunday afternoon at 5:30 o’clock this little girl was laid to rest in the cemetery at Edgefield….
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituaries of her parents, John Wade Alford Sr. and Elizabeth Osborn Alford; and siblings Hal Alford, Hubert Alford, John Wade “Jack” Alford Jr., and Ruth Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Elizabeth 1907 NC1, John Wade 1884 GA2, Robert Coleman 1853 GA3, Kinchen 1812 NC4, Kinchen 1768 NC5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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ELIZABETH ALFORD MCLEOD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 29 October 1962
Widow of Governor McLeod Dies at 87
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Elizabeth Alford McLeod, 87, died Sunday in a Marion hospital.
She was the widow of Thomas G. McLeod, governor of South Carolina from 1923–1927.
She was a daughter of the late William McDonald Alford and Sarah Elizabeth McLean of Dillon County.
Funeral services will be conducted at Dillon Presbyterian Church at 2 p.m. Tuesday.... Burial will be in Bethlehem Methodist Cemetery in Bishopville at 4 p.m.
She is survived by two sons, T.G. McLeod of Spartanburg, and Yancy A. McLeod of Columbia; a daughter, Mrs. Cambell McIntyre of Toronto, Canada; two sisters, Miss Annie Nash Alford and Miss Douschka Alford, both of the home place in Dillon County; a niece, Miss S. Buchanan McMasters of Columbia; six grandchildren, Thomas Gordon McLeod McIntyre, Robert McIntyre, Ian McIntyre, Carolyn McLeod, Melinda McLeod, and Yancy McLeod Jr.; two great-grandchildren.
As first lady, she took a great interest in landscaping the governor’s mansion. She put in a sprinkler system which enabled the growing of a lawn for the first time and planted some of the earliest azaleas in Columbia at the governor’s mansion.
Following the death of Gov. McLeod, she made her home at The Cedars, her ancestral home in Dillon County where she carried on extensive farming operations.
At the age of 85 she was awarded the tree farm certificate by the state forestry association.
She was a graduate of Columbia College and a worker in the engrossing department—a forerunner of the legislative council at the State House.
She was a member of the D.A.R. in Bishopville, where her married life was spent until her husband was elected governor.
Pallbearers will be James L. Alford, T.C. McSwain, Alton McLeod, Marion Singletary, W.J. McLeod Jr., William McLeod, Kirk McLeod, and Thomas McLeod.
Photo from Bethlehem Methodist Cemetery, Bishopville, Lee Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Don Terrell
AAFA NOTES: From AAFA records, Elizabeth Jamie Alford was b. 14 Oct 1875.
See the obituaries of her parents, William McDonald Alford and Sarah Elizabeth McLean Alford; and siblings Annie Nash Alford, Douschka Marion Alford, Ella McDonald Alford, Julia Henrietta Alford, Mary Grace Alford, McPherson McLean Alford, Edwin Plummer Alford, Robert Lee Alford, and William Baskin Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Elizabeth Jamie 1875 SC1, William McDonald 1827 SC2, Neill Little 1799 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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ELIZABETH ALFORD SLOAN
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Monday, 22 November 1999
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
COLUMBIA [Richland Co.]—Mrs. Elizabeth “Lib” Alford Sloan, age 79, formerly of Lindale Road, Anderson [Anderson Co., SC], died Sunday, Nov. 21, 1999, at her residence in Columbia. She was the widow of Harry Augustus Sloan Jr.
Born June 13, 1920, in Suffolk, Va., Mrs. Sloan was the daughter of the late Clinton B. Alford and the late Lillian Clark Alford Gaillard. Before moving to Anderson, she lived in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, and North Carolina. She retired from the Holman Insurance Agency after 35 years. She was a charter member of the Altrusa Club, the Anderson Business and Professional Women’s Club, the Anderson County Woman’s Club, the Anderson County Insurance Club. She graduated Anderson Girls’ High School in 1937. She was active in the 1940, 1950, and 1960 Class Reunions. She was instrumental in the Monthly Lunches for the Class of 1937. She had been a member of Grace Episcopal Church since April, 1942, and was very active in Saint Catherine Chapter Women of the Church.
Mrs. Sloan is survived by three sons, Harry Clinton Sloan of Conway, Jack C. Sloan of Columbia, and Paul David Sloan of Columbia; a brother, Sam Gaillard of Greenville; five grandchildren, Joshua S. Sloan of Aynor, Nick McNeill, Jared McNeill, Brad McNeill, and Joshua McNeill, all of Conway.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Frances Lee.
Graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Saint Paul’s Episcopal Churchyard in Pendleton.
The body is at The McDougald Funeral Home....
Photo from Saint Pauls Episcopal Church Cemetery, Pendleton, Anderson Co., NC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Clementine
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Elizabeth A. Sloan (SS# issued in SC).
1920 CENSUS
Suffolk Ward 1, Nansemond Co./Suffolk Independent City, VA, Dwelling #205:
Susan C. Alfred head 68 NC NC NC no occupation widow
Preston son 47 NC VA NC painter single
Agnes H. dau 42 VA VA NC single
Clinton B. son 28 VA VA NC salesman
Lillian Clark dau-in-law 26 VA VA VA stenographer
Frances granddau 4-8/12 VA VA VA
1910 CENSUS
Suffolk (District 14), Nansemond Co./Suffolk Independent City, VA, Dwelling #115:
Susan C. Alford head 68 [sic] NC NC NC boarding house widow
5 children, 4 living
Percell W. son 37 NC VA NC house painter single
Agnes H. dau 31 VA VA NC single
Sallie E. Briggs dau 25 VA VA NC m. 5 years
0 children, 0 living
Harry C. Briggs son-in-law 25 VA VA VA m. 5 years
peanut co. shipping clerk
Clinton B. Alford son 18 VA VA VA grocery salesman
+ 4 boarders
1900 CENSUS
Suffolk (District 29), Nansemond Co., VA, Dwelling #145:
Frank M. Alfred head 72 b. July 1827 VA VA VA married 30 years
Susan C. wife 47 b. Aug 1853 NC VA NC 5 children 4 living
Preston W. son 28 b. Oct 1871 NC VA NC house painter
Agnes H. dau 23 b. June 1876 VA VA NC
Sally C. dau 14 b. Aug 1883 VA VA NC
Clinton B. son 8 b. Oct 1891 VA VA NC
1880 CENSUS
Suffolk (District 55), Nansemond Co., VA, Dwelling #196:
Frank M. Alford head 48 VA NC VA lawyer
Susan C. wife 27 NC NC NC
Janis M. dau 5 VA VA NC
Preston W. son 9 NC VA NC
Nancy A. Porter servant B 18 VA VA VA
Probably:
1870 CENSUS
Holly Grove, Gates Co., NC, Dwelling #102:
Frank Alford head 40 NC lawyer
Caroline wife 20 NC
From Virginia Select Marriages, 1785–1940: Clinton B. Alford married Lillian I. Clarke on 28 June 1914 in Suffolk Co., VA.
On Clinton Benjamin Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 25, a clerk at The Smoker, Inc. in Suffolk, Nansemond Co., VA. His birth date is 19 Oct 1891. He has a wife and child and claim exemption based on paralysis of his left foot.
Her lineage: Elizabeth 1920 VA1, Clinton Benjamin 1891 VA2, Frank M. ???? VA3.
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ELIZABETH ANN ALFORD LANGDON
[Although she died in NV, we are also including her obituary here because she has close ties to SC.]
LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Las Vegas, Clark Co., NV—Friday, 21 December 2007
Elizabeth Ann Langdon, 63, a homemaker, of North Las Vegas, passed away Dec. 19, 2007. She was born June 2, 1944, in Oak Grove, S.C.
Elizabeth was preceded in death by her son, Bobby Langdon. She is survived by her husband, of 39 years, Robert Langdon; her son, Michael (Jody) Langdon; daughter, Rebecca (Scott) Bowler; seven grandchildren, her brothers, Jimmy, Vernie, Craig, Gene Ray, William, Everette and Anthony; sisters, Dorothy, Stella and Carolyn; and her niece, Joyce Ann Mattox.
Viewing will be from 4-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 21, at Bunkers Mortuary, 925 Las Vegas Blvd. North. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 22, at the Civic Center/Tonopah LDS Chapel, 2401 E. Tonopah Ave. in North Las Vegas.
In another article:
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 3 January 2008
Name: Elizabeth Langdon
Parents: Eugene Alford and Daisy Burr Alford
Spouse: Robert Langdon
Date of Birth/Age: Age 63, Born June 2, 1944
Place of Birth: Dillon County, SC
Date of Death: Wednesday [SSDI = December 19]
Place of Death: Las Vegas, Nevada
Place of Burial: Services at East Marlboro Baptist Church
Photo from Woodlawn Cemetery, Las Vegas, Clark Co., NV—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Gary Thornton
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Elizabeth Ann Langdon (SS# issued in SC), last residence North Las Vegas, Clark Co., NV.
See the obituaries of her parents, Eugene Alford and Daisy Elizabeth Burr Alford, and her siblings Ernestine Alford, Lorraine Alford Tart, Major Alford, and Vernie P. Alford in this compilation.
Her lineage: Elizabeth Ann 1944 SC1, Eugene 1907 SC2.
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ELIZABETH BROCKINGTON ALFORD MCMASTER
From her 1924 U.S. passport
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 27 December 1987
Photo from First Presbyterian Churchyard, Columbia, Richland Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sam Murray
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Elizabeth McMaster (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 Jan 1898 and died _____ Dec 1987, last residence Matthews, Mecklenburg Co., NC.
See the obituaries of her parents, McPherson McLean Alford and Margaret Alice Brockington Alford, in this compilation.
Her obituary spells the maiden name of her mother and Elizabeth’s middle name incorrectly.
From Newspaper Excerpts, “newspaper clippings in a scrapbook found in the Latta Library and presently housed at the Dillon Library,” pages 1–60: Elizabeth Brockington Alford & Samuel Buchanan McMaster, married 21 Jan 1937.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Elizabeth Brockington 1898 NC1, McPherson McLean 1858 SC2, William McDonald 1827 SC3, Neill Little 1799 SC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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ELIZABETH DEE CRIM HALFORD
THE HERALD
Rock Hill, York Co., SC—14 November 1993
Included in AAFA ACTION, Fall 1998
FORT MILL [York Co.]—Mrs. Elizabeth Dee Crim Halford, 76, of 205 Pelham Lane, died Saturday, Nov. 13, 1993, at Piedmont Medical Center. The funeral will be 2 p.m. Monday at Bass Funeral Home.... Burial will be at Forest Hills Cemetery.
Mrs. Halford was a retired assembly line technician for the U.S. Army in Lexington, Ky. She was a member of the Church of God in Anderson, Ind.
Surviving are her daughter, Billie K. Brandenburg of Fort Mill; two brothers, Ott Crim of Winchester, Ky., and Henry Crim of Richmond, Ky.; three sisters, Frances Brashear, Katherine Epperson and Mildred Crim, all of Lexington, Ky.; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Elizabeth C. Halford (SS# issued in KY) was born 26 Apr 1917.
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ELIZABETH F. “BETTIE” WALTER ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 27 September 1917
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
Mrs. Bettie Alford, one of Dillon’s oldest residents, passed away at her home on Third Avenue last Thursday night [September 20]. A few minutes before the end came she was at the telephone talking to her daughter, Miss Nina, who works at Latta during the day and comes home at night, and during the conversation said that she was feeling very well. After leaving the telephone she sat down in a chair and the end came without warning a few minutes afterward.
Mrs. Alford was a Miss Walters, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Walters, and was born at Little Rock. Early in life she was married to Mr. Daniel W. Alford, who preceded her to the grave about five years ago.
She is survived by the following children Messrs: Pierce and Augustus Alford, Mrs. Phil Osteen and Miss Nina Alford.
Mrs. Alford was in her 75th year and until a year or two ago when she suffered a slight paralytic stroke her health had been excellent for one of her age.
She was buried at the Alford cemetery near Selkirk last Friday afternoon [September 21], the services being conducted by Rev M L Banks, pastor of the Dillon Methodist Church.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Daniel Warren Alford; and her children Adfull Pierce Alford, James Augustus Alford, Harriet Onelia Alford Osteen, and Addie Anina “Nina” Alford in this compilation.
From SC Deaths: Bettie Alford’s death certificate lists her birth date as 30 Oct 1842 but lists her death from heart disease on 19 Sept 1917. She was a widow, the daughter of Jerome Walter Walter and Harriet Ridgel, both born in SC. She was buried in Alford Cemetery on September 20.
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ELIZABETH PATIENCE ALFORD MCCUTCHEON
AAFA #1157
[A nearly identical article was published in the Dillon Herald on 29 September 2010.]
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—30 September 2010
DILLON—Elizabeth Patience Alford McCutcheon, 85, died at her residence Wednesday, September 29, 2010. The family will receive friends from 4:00-7:00 PM, Thursday, September 30, 2010 at the residence, 318 Johnson Dr., Dillon, SC, 29536. Funeral services are at First Baptist Church of Dillon at 4:00 PM, Friday, October 1, 2010 with burial in Greenlawn Cemetery, directed by Kannaday Funeral Home.
Mrs. McCutcheon was born in Florence County on June 1, 1925 a daughter of the late Ada Gertrude Williams and Sion Walter Alford. She was the widow of Mr. Owen Kenneth McCutcheon, and was a loving wife and mother. She was retired from Campbell’s Kindergarten, was a member of First Baptist Church in Dillon, was a former Sunday School teacher and member of the Alice Hobeika Sunday School Class.
Surviving Mrs. McCutcheon are her son O.K. (Janet) McCutcheon, Jr. of Dillon, SC; daughters Anna Katherine McCutcheon (Danny) Bass of Dillon, SC and Elizabeth McCutcheon (Jim) Rozier of Myrtle Beach, SC; 10 grandchildren: Anna Kay Bass Mew, Sara Beth Bass Reaves, Daniel Bass, Kenlyn Bass, Kenny McCutcheon III, Eli McCutcheon, Ashley McCutcheon, Sam Rozier, Sallie Rozier, Kate Rozier and 8 great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by sisters Ada Williams Alford Bell and Anna Katherine Alford Hyman.
The family would like to express a very special “Thank you” to McLeod Hospice and beloved care-givers Odessa, Sherron, Lisa, Brenda, Annie, Pam and Yolanda. Memorials may be made to McLeod Hospice, P.O. Box #100551, Florence, SC, 29502 or to First Baptist Church of Dillon, 400 N. 4th Ave., Dillon, SC, 29536.
Photos from Greenlawn Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Elizabeth Alford McCutcheon (SS# issued in NC), last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Ada Gertrude Williams Alford Arnette and Sion Walter Alford; and her sisters Ada Williams Alford Bell and Katherine Alford Spooner Hyman in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Elizabeth Patience 1925 NC1, Sion Walter 1886 NC2, Wiley Cherry 1852 NC3, Jacob 1789 NC4, James 1764 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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ELIZABETH ROSEMOND CADWELL ALFORD
THE POST-STANDARD
Syracuse, Onondaga Co., NY—Thursday, 26 October 2006
Mrs. Elizabeth Rosemond Cadwell Alford, 86, wife of the late John Alford, died October 15, 2006 in Edgefield, SC. A Memorial Service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday, October 27, 2006 at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints in Syracuse.
Mrs. Alford was born in Binghamton, NY, and was a retired Bookkeeper. Survivors include her son, James Alford, Syracuse; two daughters, Patricia Deloye, McCleansville, NC, Sandra Mulherin, Trenton, SC; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, John R. Alford, in this compilation.
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ELLA LOUISE AMMONS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 25 January 1966
CHERAW—Mrs. Louise Ammons Alford, 40, died in Chesterfield County Memorial Hospital Monday morning [January 24] after a short illness.
She was a daughter of Laura Clark and Clifton Ammons of Cheraw who survives. Other survivors are the widower, Elwood Alford; two daughters, Mrs. Renee A. Creech and Miss Dolores Alford; two sons, James E. and Clifton A. Alford, and a granddaughter, all of Cheraw.
Funeral services will ‘be conducted in Pleasant Grove Methodist Church Tuesday at 4 p.m…. Burial will be in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens. The body will be at Stubbs-Reid Funeral Home in Cheraw.
Photos from Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens, Cheraw, Chesterfield Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bobby and Faye
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Louise Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 24 March 1925 and died _____ Jan 1966, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of her husband, Elwood Alford; and son Kenneth Clifton “Zeke” Alford in this compilation.
Her first name is from her son Kenneth’s obituary.
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ELLA McDONALD ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 25 October 1928
Miss Ella McD. Alford died at the Cedars, the Alford home place, near Bingham, Thursday morning [October 18], following an illness of more than a year. Miss Alford was in her 71st year, and while her death was not unexpected, it came as a shock to her friends in this and other states.
A number of relatives, included former Thomas G. McLeod, whose wife is a sister of Miss Alford, had gathered around the bedside several hours before Miss Alford’s death.
Miss Alford was a daughter of the late Capt. W. McD. Alford and Sarah Elizabeth Alford. After being graduated from Boston conservatory, Miss Alford taught art at Winthrop College, Chicora College, Columbia College, Greensboro College for Women and other colleges in the South. She gave up her work about three years ago on account of her health and advancing age. She leaves behind her many valuable works of art, including pictures, painted china and works in sculpture.
Early in life she took upon herself the task of guiding and assisting her ten younger brothers and sisters in getting an education. Hers was a most devoted and useful life. Her death brings sorrow to many devoted friends.
Miss Alford was a life-long member of the Presbyterian church and was a devout Christian.
Miss Alford is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Dr. U. [probably Neill Yancy] Alford of Wisacky, Misses Grace, Annie, Julia and Douschka Alford and R.L. [Robert Lee] Alford who live at the home place; Mrs. T.G. McLeod, wife of former Gov. Thos. G. McLeod; Mrs. Elizabeth Alford, Maxton, N.C., only child of a deceased brother, M. McP. Alford.
Funeral services were held at Alford Cemetery near Reedy Creek Friday afternoon at 4 o’clock.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: AAFA records show that Ella McDonald Alford was born 29 July 1857.
See the obituaries of her parents, William McDonald Alford and Sarah Elizabeth McLean Alford; and siblings Annie Nash Alford, Douschka Marion Alford, Elizabeth Alford McLeod, Julia Henrietta Alford, Mary Grace Alford, McPherson McLean Alford, Edwin Plummer Alford, Robert Lee Alford, and William Baskin Alford in this compilation.
From SC Deaths: Ella McD. Alford’s death certificate confirms her date of death from breast cancer and lists her birth on 29 July 1857 in Marion Co., SC, daughter of W. McD. Alford and Sarah E. McLean. She was a single art teacher.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Ella McDonald 1857 SC1, William McDonald 1827 SC2, Neill Little 1799 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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ELLA WILSON ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Sunday, 20 June 1965
Photo from Woodlawn Memorial Park, Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Curt Miller
Photo from Woodlawn Memorial Park, Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Chris & Julie Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Harry J. Alford, in this compilation.
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ELLEN FRANCES ROBERTS ALFORD
Ellen and Sam Alford
Note that Ellen is “Coot” in the caption, the name listed on her son Joe’s death record
Photo posted to her Find A Grave memorial
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 5 November 1956
CONWAY, Nov. 4—Mrs. Ellen Roberts Alford, 99, widow of Sam Presley Alford, of the Galivants Ferry section, died at 11:50 a.m. today at a local hospital following an extended illness.
She just celebrated her 99th birthday yesterday.
Funeral services will be held at 3:45 p.m. Monday from the Red Hill Methodist Church…. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Friends may call at the Goldfinch Funeral Home until the hour of services.
Mrs. Alford was born in Horry County, daughter of the late Jim and Elizabeth Hardwick Roberts. She was a member of the Rehobeth Baptist Church. Her husband died December 30, 1952.
Survivors include three sons, C.J., Fred Alford of Route 3 Marion, Alex of Route 1, Galivants Ferry and Dewey Alford of Route 4, Conway; one daughter, Mrs. Mamie L. Richardson of Route 1, Galivants Ferry; one half-brother, Mose Roberts of Route 1, Galivants Ferry; 33 grandchildren and 55 great-grandchildren.
Photos from Red Hill Memorial Gardens, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband Samuel Pressley Alford; sons Alex Ander Alford Sr., James Fred Alford, and Joe Alford; and daughter-in-law Mattie Mae Richardson Alford in this compilation.
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ELLIE PARKER ALFORD
Grandfather of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
Ellie Parker Alford and his wife, Alice L. Hyman Alford
Photo posted to Ellie’s Find A Grave memorial by their grandson, Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 13 July 1968
Photo from Saint Johns Cemetery, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gerald Alford, AAFA #0250
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ July 1968) dates of Ellie Alford (SS# issued in NC), last residence Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Alice L. Hyman Alford; and children Aline Carrie Alford Parrott, John Henry Alford, Lizzie Mae Alford Cox, Louise Mattie Alford Evans, Nathan Alford, and Rutledge Cleveland “Bubba” Alford; and half-brothers Joel Daniel Alford and William Robert Alford in this compilation. We included his half-brother Emanuel Peachman Alford Sr. in Ohio Obituaries; of his sister Charlotte E. Alford George in California Obituaries; and of his half-sister Alice Wester Alford Miles in Kentucky Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Ellie Parker 1892 SC1, John William 1844 SC2, unknown3.
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ELLIOTT ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 8 September 1945
Photo from Bakers Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his father, Walter Gary Alford; and siblings Clifford James Alford, Harley Leverne Alford, and Naomi Alford Hucks Cannon; and half-sister Ann Gertrude Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #12.
His lineage: Elliott 1924 SC1, Walter Gary 1895 SC2, Arthur S. 1857 SC3, Jess 1834 SC4, Jesse 1785 SC5.
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ELLOREE ALFORD BRANTLEY
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 16 September 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Mrs. Elloree Alford Brantley, 75, died Sunday, Sept. 11, 2005. Services will be 3 p.m. Saturday from Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at McKiever Funeral Home….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Elloree A. Brantley (SS# issued in SC) was born 27 Oct 1929.
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ELMA JANE ALFORD JOHNSON
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 2 September 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Elma Jane Johnson, age 70, wife of the late Aubrey Dale Johnson, passed away Thursday, Sept. 1, 2005 at her residence.
Mrs. Johnson was born Aug. 18, 1935, the daughter of the late Archie and Sally Jane Johnson Alford.
Surviving Mrs. Johnson are one son, Aubrey Dean Johnson of Conway; one daughter, Marilyn Darlene Johnson of Conway; four brothers, Billy Elbert Alford, Lester Alford, Wayne Alford, Jessie B. Alford, all of Conway; one sister, Evelyn Page of Aynor, Scott Furman Johnson of Conway, and one soon to be born great-granddaughter, Kendall Jodi-Jane Johnson.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, 2005 at Johnson Funeral Home Chapel.... Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery....
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by inactive photographer, Catherine Ruszenas
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Archie Leamon Alford and Sally Jane Johnson Alford; and brother Leamon Junior Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Elma Jane 1935 SC1, Archie Leamon 1907 SC2, Jesse James 1880 SC3, Ashley Levi 1842 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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ELOUISE EDNA LEWIS HERRING ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 25 February 2008
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Mrs. Elouise Edna Lewis Alford, 72, widow of Calvin Preston Alford, died Saturday, February 23, 2008 at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence after an illness.
Funeral services will be held at 4:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 26 at Mullins-Marion Freewill Baptist Church… Burial will follow in Wildwood Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford was born July 5, 1935 in Horry County, a daughter of the late John and Lannie Henderson Lewis. She was a homemaker and a member of Mullins-Marion Freewill Baptist Church.
Surviving Mrs. Alford are: 2 Daughters: Patricia Pridgen and her husband Randy of Marion and Cathy Bryant and her husband Dwight of Nichols; 11 Grandchildren; 15 Great Grandchildren; a Brother: W.L. Lewis of Mullins; a Sister: Alice Faye Bryant and her husband Allen of Mullins; a Daughter-in-Law: Lula Jane Herring of Mullins; a Sister-in-Law: Josephine Lewis of Dillon; and several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Alford was predeceased by a son, Hal Herring, Jr. and a brother, Boyd Leo Lewis....
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SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Monday, 25 February 2008
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Mrs. Elouise Edna Lewis Alford, 72, widow of Calvin Preston Alford, died Saturday, February 23, 2008 at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence after an illness.
Mrs. Alford was born July 5, 1935 in Horry County, South Carolina, a daughter of the late John and Lannie Henderson Lewis. She was a homemaker and a member of Mullins-Marion Freewill Baptist Church.
Surviving are two daughters, Patricia Pridgen and her husband, Randy, of Marion and Cathy Bryant and her husband, Dwight, of Nichols; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a brother, W.L. Lewis of Mullins; a sister, Alice Faye Bryant and her husband, Allen, of Mullins; a daughter-in-law, Lula Jane Herring of Mullins; a sister-in-law, Josephine Lewis of Dillon; and several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Alford was predeceased by a son, Hal Herring Jr.; and a brother, Boyd Leo Lewis.
…. Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Tuesday, February 26, 2008, at Mullins-Marion Freewill Baptist Church…. Burial will follow in Wildwood Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Elouise L. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
Calvin and Elouise were married in Mullins, Marion Co., SC, on 4 October 1966; her first marriage was to Hal Smith Herring in Marion on 3 July 1953, where she is listed as Edna Eloise Lewis [Lewis Marriages in Marion County]. The 2 daughters named in Elouise’s obituary are not among the grandchildren named in Calvin’s mother’s obituary, so they may have been from her first marriage.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: Calvin Preston 1928 SC1, Joseph Valine 1908 SC2, Joseph Preston 1877 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1819 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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ELSIE MAE ALFORD DREW WILLIAMS
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 18 April 2010
MULLINS—Mrs. Elsie Alford Drew Williams, 83, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, April 16, 2010.
Mrs. Williams was born September 12, 1926 in Marion County, a daughter of the late Edward Manuel Alford and the late Susanna Brown Alford. She had worked as a dietitian with Marion High School for several years and retired from AVM. Mrs. Williams was a former member of Little Bethel Baptist Church, where she was a very active member of the WMU. She was also a former member of the Lugoff First Baptist Church and after moving back to Mullins, Mrs. Williams became a member of the Mullins First Baptist Church.
Mrs. Williams was first married to the late Ernest Drew and second to the late Woodrow Williams.
Surviving Mrs. Williams are her children, Gwen (Ty) Haigh of Elgin, John (Mary) Drew of Angier, N.C., Lonnie (Vicki) Drew of Moncure, N.C. and Jim (Linda) Drew of Mullins; her grandchildren, Matthew Haigh, Benjamin (Donna) Haigh, Drew (Ashly) Haigh, Burke Drew and Laura Drew; 2 step grandchildren, Michael (Cassie) Hackney and Matthew Hackney; 6 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Kathryn (Malcolm) McCormick of Nichols and Ann (Fred) Fowler of Mullins; and several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Williams was predeceased by a brother, J.E. Alford.
Visitation will be held Monday morning, April 19, from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. at Cox Collins Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Devotion Gardens Cemetery….
Photo from Devotion Gardens, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Elsie Alford Drew Williams (SS# issued in SC), last residence Mullins, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Edward Manuel Alford and Nancy Susanna Brown Alford; and brother James Edward “J.E.” Alford in this compilation.
Her daughter Gwen provided her middle name on her Find A Grave memorial.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Elsie 1926 SC1, Edward Manuel 1906 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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ELSIE MAE BAKER ALFORD
HORRY INDEPENDENT
Conway, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 7 October 1999
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
Graveside services for Elsie Mae Baker Alford, 81, were held yesterday in Hillcrest Cemetery, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel.
Mrs. Alford died Oct. 4 in Conway Hospital.
Born in Horry County, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Hattie Allen Baker. She was the widow of Donnie Mack Alford. Mrs. Alford retired from the Litchfield Inn Country Club. She attended Waccamaw Pentecostal Holiness Church. Mrs. Alford was predeceased by a son, Donnie Levon Alford.
Surviving are a son, Lenwood Alford of Conway; a daughter, Jonell Singleton of Conway; four grandchildren, Tammy Elvis, Tidy Singleton, Vickie Gardener, and Chris Alford of Conway; and six great-grandchildren.
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SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 5 October 1999
CONWAY—Elsie Mae Baker Alford, 81, of Barnfield Drive, died Monday, Oct. 4, 1999, at Conway Hospital.
She was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Joseph and Hattie Allen Baker. She was retired from Litchfield Inn Country Club. She attended Waccamaw Pentecostal Holiness Church.
She was the widow of Donnie Mack Alford.
Survivors include a son, Lenwood Alford of Conway; a daughter, Jonell Singleton of Conway; four grandchildren, Tammy Elvis, Tidy Singleton, Vickie Gardner and Chris Alford, all of Conway; and six great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by a son, Donnie Levon Alford.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 tonight at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway chapel. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Hillcrest Cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Elsie M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 7 Nov 1917, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s lineage: Donnie Mack 1913 SC1, Joseph M. 1887 SC2, John Robson 1852 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5
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ELWOOD ALFORD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Tuesday, 5 December 1995
CHERAW [Chesterfield Co., SC]—Mr. Elwood Alford, 78, died Dec. 3, 1995. Funeral is 11 a.m. Wednesday at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church…. Burial will be in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation is 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at Kiser Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was born in Dillon. He was a retired restaurant owner and a member of Omar Temple. He was also a member of York Mason Rite and Cheraw Masonic Lodge. Mr. Alford was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church and a U.S. Army veteran of WWII.
Survivors include his wife, Hilda Alford of Cheraw; sons, Kenneth ‘‘Zeke’’ Alford and John Paul Coates, both of Cheraw; daughters, Renee A. Creech and Delores (Lobie) Hammond, both of Cheraw; sisters, Dotha C. Lundy of Oak Grove, Eutha Brewer of Lake View and Lizzie Matovic of Chester, NY; grandchildren, Lynn Creech, Lisa Douglas, Lori Creech, David L. Morgan and Ashton Coates….
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Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 5 December 1995
Name: Elwood Alford
Parents: Stella Alford Cox
Spouse: Hilda Strobel
Date of Birth/Age: Age 78, October 14, 1917
Place of Birth: Dillon
Date of Death: Sunday, December 3, 1995
Place of Death: Chesterfield General Hospital, Cheraw, SC
Place of Burial: Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens, Cheraw, SC (Army Veteran)
Photos from Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens, Cheraw, Chesterfield Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bobby and Faye
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Elwood Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Cheraw, Chesterfield Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Louise Ammons Alford; and siblings Eugene Alford (with extensive Notes) and Leila Alford in this compilation.
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ELY MITCHELL ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 22 October 1967
CONWAY—Eli Mitchell Alford, 72, of the Baysboro section of Horry County died Saturday [October 21] in a Loris hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Goldfinch Funeral Home of Conway.
Mr. Alford was born in the Methodist Rehobeth section of Horry County, a son of H.H. Alford and Mrs. Galvin McCracken Alford. He was a World War I veteran and a member of New Home Baptist Church.
Surviving are: his widow, Mrs. Victoria Rayburn [sic] King Alford; three daughters, Mrs. Richard Rayburn [sic] of Aynor, Mrs. Hubert Johnson of Charleston and Mrs. Larry Best of Conway; four sons, Wilbert J. Alford, Elbert J. Alford and Thelbert Alford of Odessa, Tex., and Hubert H. Alford of Charleston; three sisters, Mrs. Homer Small and Mrs. Earl Martin of Conway and Mrs. E.L. Hilburn of Gallivants [sic] Ferry; three brothers, Branty Alford and Buren Alford of Galivants Ferry and Donnie Alford of Conway; and 14 grandchildren.
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NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 22 October 1967
CONWAY—Funeral services for Eli M. Alford, 72, of the Bayboro section of Horry County, will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Berea Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, will be in the Church Cemetery.
He died Saturday in a Loris hospital.
Photos from Berea Baptist Church Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Eli M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 15 July 1895 and died 15 Oct 1967, last residence Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC; however, both dates in the record appear to be incorrect.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Rhoda Rabon Alford; second wife, Victoria Raybon King Alford; children Emma Alford Rabon, Eula Jane Alford Best, Hubert H. Alford; and brothers Berry Coleman Alford, Homer Burroughs Alford, Howard H. Alford, and Thomas Branford “Branty” Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his sons Elbert Jack “Shorty” Alford and Thelbert Eathel Alford in Texas Obituaries; and of his daughter Mary Fannie Alford Johnson in Georgia Obituaries.
His name is spelled various ways in the records:
WWI Draft Registration Eli Mitchell Alford (signed with mark)
U.S. Lists of Men Ordered
to Report … for Military
Duty, 1917–1918 Eli Mitchel Alford
1900 Census, Horry Co. Eli M. Alford
1910 Census, Horry Co. Eli M. Alford
1920 Census, Horry Co. Eli M. Alford
1930 Census, Horry Co. Ely M. Alford
1940 Census, Horry Co. Ealie M. Alford
Obituary Eli Mitchell Alford
Gravestone Ely Mitchel Alford
Obituaries of daughters Eula & Mary Ely Mitchell Alford
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Ely Mitchell 1896 SC1, Lewis H. 1868 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John 1765 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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EMILY C. ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 31 March 1921
On last Tuesday the sad news was received here of the death of Miss Emily Alford, who has been in a Sanitarium at Black Mountain, N.C. for more than a year. Her body was brought home and laid to rest in Carolina cemetery on Thursday afternoon where a large number of friends and relatives paid their last tribute of love and respect to her memory. She became a member of Carolina church at an early age and was a devoted and loyal child of God during her entire life. Hers was a Christian life of gentleness and sweetness and always had a good word and kind thought for everyone.
Photo from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Daniel James Alford and Catherine Easterling Alford, and her siblings Joseph Grady Alford, John Knox Alford, and Maybelle Alford Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Sion Easterling Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
Emily C. Alford, 1 Sept 1883 – 22 March 1921, is buried in the same cemetery as her parents.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Emily C. 1883 SC1, Daniel James 1853 SC2, Paisley 1825 NC3, Sion 1796 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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EMMA ALFORD RABON
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 29 July 1996
AYNOR—Emma Alford Rabon, 67, a representative with Stanley Home Products and a retired employee of AVX, died Saturday [July 27] in a Mullins hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Goldfinch’s Conway Chapel. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.
Mrs. Rabon was born in Horry County, a daughter of Elie Mitchell and Rhoda Rabon Alford. She was an active member of Valley Forge Baptist Church.
Surviving are her husband, Richard Rabon, three brothers, Elbert Alford and Thelbert Alford, both of Odessa, Texas, and Hubert Alford of North Charleston; and two sisters, Mary Johnson of North Charleston and Eula J. Best of Conway.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Valgene Dunham
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Emma A. Rabon (SS# issued in SC) was born 12 Apr 1929, last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Ely Mitchell Alford and Rhoda Rabon Alford; and siblings Eula Jane Alford Best and Hubert H. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her brothers Elbert Jack “Shorty” Alford and Thelbert Eathel Alford in Texas Obituaries; and of her sister Mary Fannie Alford Johnson in Georgia Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Emma 1929 SC1, Ely Mitchell 1896 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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EMMA CATHERINE BEARD HALFORD
COLUMBIA RECORD
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 23 October 1935
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THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 23 October 1935
In another article:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 4 December 1920
Photo from—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nala
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her son James Clyde Halford in this compilation.
Her husband’s HALFORD lineage: James W. 1859 SC1, William Richard 1832 SC2, William Richard 1796 SC3, Achillis 1754 VA4.
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EMMA JOICE DAVID ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—10 August 1918
CAMDEN [Kershaw Co.], Aug. 9—Mrs. Emma Joice Alford, widow of L.E. Alford of this city, died at her home here Tuesday after a brief illness. Mrs. Alford was a native of Bennettsville, having been born in that city June 8, 1854.
She is survived by the following children: Mrs. J.W. Smith, Miss Annie Kate Alford and L.D. Alford, all of Camden.
The funeral was held from her late residence Wednesday and the burial was in the Quaker Cemetery in this city.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Lawrence Elias Alford, in this compilation.
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EMMA L. ALFORD
Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC—_____ January 2013
Mrs. Emma Alford of Bennettsville departed this life Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at her residence. A funeral service will be held Monday, January 21, 2013 at 2pm at Word Of Life Christian Center Ministries, Reverend Eddie L. Davis, Senior Pastor. Interment will follow in the Word Of Life Memorial Gardens. The family is receiving friends at 1206 West Main Street, Bennettsville.
Photo from Word of Life Memorial Garden, Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Donna V Jackson Kester
Photo taken 5 May 2013
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Emma L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 30 March 1932, last residence not listed.
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ERIC WESLEY ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 7 November 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
DARLINGTON [Darlington Co.]—Service for Eric Wesley “E-Luv” Alford, 22, will be held on Friday at Mt. Rona Baptist Church, Society Hill, with burial in the church cemetery. Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Alford was born in Darlington to Herman and Irene Dixon Alford.
His parents, a son, Javion James, a sister, Jennifer Hooks, a brother, David Dixon, and maternal grandparents, Waymond and Ethel Dixon survive him.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Eric W. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 19 February 1980 and died 3 November 2002, last residence Darlington, Darlington Co.
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ERMA ALVORD DAVIS
THE POST
Washington, DC—Sunday, 31 August 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
Erma Davis, 84, died on August 28, 2003. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, September 2, 2003, in the Summeral Chapel at The Citadel. Burial was in Arlington National Cemetery.
Erma was the widow of Major General Franklin M. Davis, US Army (Ret.) and a resident of Charleston, South Carolina. Born on September 17, 1918, in Greenfield, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of the late Herbert M. and Jeannette Perry Alvord. She was a graduate of the University of Massachusetts.
Survivors include her son, Nat A. Davis of Charleston; one sister, Susan A. Bagnel of Greenfield; and three grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Erma A. Davis (SS# issued in MA), last residence Charleston, Charleston Co., SC.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, The Alvord Family in America.
Her ALVORD lineage: Erma 1918 MA1, Herbert Markham 1890 CT2, Edgar 1840 CT3, Chauncey Hart 1803 CT4, Seth 1754 CT5, Seth 1714 CT6, Thomas 1683 CT7, Thomas 1653 CT8, Alexander 1627 England9, Thomas [ALFORD] 1598 England9.
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ERMA LEE ALFORD THOMPSON
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 4 January 1998
AYNOR—Erma Lee Alford Thompson, 49, of Horry Road, died Saturday, Jan. 3, 1998, at Conway Hospital.
She was born in Aynor, a daughter of Addie Barnhill Alford and the late Gurley Alford. She attended Bakers Chapel Baptist Church and was a graduate of Aynor High School. She was a former employee of the Horry County Assessors Office.
Survivors, in addition to her mother of Aynor, include a son, Mark Dew of Murrells Inlet; a daughter, Paula Cannon of Conway; and four sisters, Shirley Todd and Linda Johnson, both of Aynor, Betty Martin of Myrtle Beach and Hazel Foxworth of Georgetown.
Visitation will be from 6-8 tonight at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway chapel. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Bakers Chapel Baptist Church. Burial will be in Salem Baptist Church Cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Erma L. Thompson (SS# issued in SC) was born 4 Jan 1948, last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her mother, Addie Barnhill Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Erma Lee 1948 SC1, Gurley Hinson 1915 SC2, Joseph Mack ???? SC3, John Robeson 1852 SC4, Arthur 1803 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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ERNESTINE ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Wednesday, 6 September 2000
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
LATTA [Dillon Co.]—Funeral services for Ernestine Alford will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, September 7, 2000 at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Bethesda Southern Methodist Church Cemetery….
Miss Alford, 59, died Monday, September 4, 2000 in Marion County Medical Center. Born in Dillon County, April 15, 1941, she was a daughter of the late Eugene Alford and Daisy Burr Alford.
Survivors include her sisters, Dorothy Abbott of Marion, Ann Langdon of Las Vegas, Nev., Stella Clark of Latta and Carolyn Parromore of Coolidge, Ga.; brothers, Jimmy Alford, Vernie Alford, Craig Alford, Gene Ray Alford and Anthony Alford, all of Latta, William Alford of Cheraw and Everette Wayne Alford of Dillon; special caregivers, Stella Clark, Elizabeth Clark of the home, Annie Ruth Gandy, Annie Alford, Wayne Clark, Sally McDowell and Dorothy Abbott.
She was predeceased by sister, Lorraine Tart and brother, Major Alford.
Photo from Bethesda Southern Methodist Church Cemetery, Oak Grove, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bracky
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth date of Ernestine Alford (SS# issued in SC), but the death date is listed as 2 Nov 2000, apparently incorrectly. Her last residence is listed as Latta, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Eugene Alford and Daisy Elizabeth Burr Alford; and her siblings Elizabeth Alford Langdon, Lorraine Alford Tart, Major Alford, and Vernie P. Alford in this compilation.
Her lineage: Ernestine 1941 SC1, Eugene 1907 SC2.
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ESSIE ALFORD HYMAN
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 15 July 1971
Mrs. Essie A. Hyman, 75, widow of Andrew Clyde Hyman of 1326 Waverly Ave., Florence, died Wednesday of an apparent heart attack.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Waters Funeral Home.
Mrs. Hyman was born in Marion County, a daughter of the late William Ned and Rebecca Whaley Alford.
She had resided in Florence County most of her life and was a charter member of the First Free Will Baptist Church, the Ladies’ Auxiliary and the Ladies’ Sunday School Bible Class.
She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. W.D. (Nancy) Altman of Florence and Mrs. Eugene (Mary Alice) Hatchell of Darlington; four sons, Andrew Clyde Hyman Jr., and Wayne Howard Hyman, both of Florence, Daniel Frank Hyman of Darlington and the Rev. Irvin Hyman of Moorehead City, N.C.; two brothers, Wardie Alford of Columbia and Daniel Alford of Lumberton, N.C.; a sister, Mrs. Sue Jones of Florence; and 12 grandchildren.
Photo from Mount Elon Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery, Pamplico, Florene Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Danny & Judy Ard
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents William Edward “Ned” Alford and Rebecca Whaley Alford; and siblings Edward Deloney Alford, Mary Alford Hatchell Cole, Minnie Viola Alford Coleman, Susan Alford Jones, Wardie Bishop Alford Sr., and William Henry Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Daniel Manuel Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Essie 1896 SC1, William Edward 1850 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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ESSIE MAE RABON ALFORD TODD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 11 August 1996
LORIS [Horry Co.]—Essie Mae Rabon Alford, 64, of the Red Bluff section of Horry County died Saturday, Aug. 10, 1996, at Roper Hospital in Charleston after an illness.
She was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Doshie Maggie Rabon.
Mrs. Alford was a member of Midway Baptist Church.
Survivors include five sons, Johnny Alford of Columbia, Bobby Alford of Mullins, Larry Alford and Robert Alford, both of Conway, and Tony Alford of Minneapolis; six sisters, Hattie Spears and Hazel Harley, both of Conway, Vinnie Jones of Summerville, Freddie Poston of Aynor, Doris Bertram of Anderson, and Bessie Howell of Columbia; three brothers, Acie Rabon and Billy Rabon, both of Charleston, and Homer Rabon of Lake City; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 7-9 tonight at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway chapel. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Valgene Dunham
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Essie M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 7 May 1932 but that she died 15 Aug 1996, last residence Loris, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Leamon Junior Alford; son Johnny Archie Alford; and mother-in-law, Sally Jane Johnson Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Tony Scott Alford in Minnesota Obituaries.
Her second husband’s obituary:
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 13 January 1996
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ESTA MAE ALFORD HARDWICK
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 22 October 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
GALIVANTS FERRY—Esta Mae Alford Hardwick, 86, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004.
Born in Horry County, she was the daughter of the late Daniel M. Alford and Mattie Turner Alford. She was a member of Rehoboth United Methodist Church for over 40 years, where she was active in the UMW. Mrs. Hardwick was also an avid quilter.
Mrs. Hardwick was predeceased by a brother, Julius Alford; a sister Ethel Shelley; and an infant daughter.
Mrs. Hardwick is survived by her husband, Carl Hardwick of the home; daughter, Hilda and son-in-law, Oren Edwards of West Columbia, S.C.; daughter, Janice Hardwick of Galivants Ferry; brother, D.M. and sister-in-law, Mary Frances Alford of Galivants Ferry; a sister, Ruby McCracken of Lake City; five grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and a large extended family.
Funeral services will be Friday, Oct. 22, 2 p.m. at Rehoboth United Methodist Church, Galivants Ferry. Burial will follow in the church cemetery....
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, 2804 Methodist Rehoboth Road, Galivants Ferry, S.C. 29511, or Gideons International, PO Box 98, Aynor, S.C. 29511.
Meares Funeral Home of Mullins, S.C. is serving the family of Mrs. Hardwick.
Photo from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted through C. Plaisance, with credit given to Horry County Historic Cemetery Registration Project
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Esta M. Hardwick (SS# issued in SC) was born 9 May 1918.
See the obituaries of her siblings Ruby Alford McCrackin, Ethel M. Alford Shelley, Daniel Mayberry “D.M.” Alford, and Julius Thomas Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Esta Mae 1918 SC1, Daniel Mayberry 1883 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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ESTALINE ALFORD WILLIAMS
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 16 May 1994
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
LORIS [Horry Co.]—Estaline A. Williams, 76, who taught in Horry County schools for 41 years, died Saturday in a local hospital. The funeral will be at 4 p.m. today in Pleasant Meadow Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Hardwick Funeral Home, will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Williams was born in Aynor, a daughter of Rufus A. Alford and Hattie Lane Alford. She was a graduate of Aynor High School. She received an associate’s degree from Anderson College and bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of South Carolina. She was a member of Delta Gamma Honor Society and the Council of Delegates of the S.C. Education Association. She received the Horry Soil and Water Conservation Teacher of the Year award and the Horry County Teacher of the Year award. She was an active member of Pleasant Meadow Baptist Church. She was the widow of H. Ottis Williams.
Surviving are two sons, Wayne Williams of Loris and Lynn Williams of Kinston, N.C.; four sisters, Ernestine Lyles of Florence, Eula Barnhill of Marion, Lucille Dempsey of Jackson, Miss., and Eloise Perritt of Galivants Ferry; and four grandchildren and a great-grandchild.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Estaline A. Williams (SS# issued in SC) was born 18 March 1918.
See the obituaries of her mother, Harriet Walker Lane Alford, and siblings Eula C. Alford Barnhill and Rufus Arnold Alford Jr. in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Estaline 1918 SC1, Rufus Arnold 1882 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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ESTELLE ALFORD SELLERS GORE
Photo posted to her Find A Grave memorial
GEORGETOWN TIMES
Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—Sunday, 2 November 2008
Estelle Sellers Gore, 80, of Garden City Beach died Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 at Waccamaw Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008 in Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel…. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery….
Mrs. Gore was born in Marion to the late John and Addie Alford.
Surviving are: her sons, John “Calvin” Sellers (Cora Lee) of Murrells Inlet, Pearley Sellers (Karen) of Murrells Inlet, Samuel Sellers (Sherry) of Murrells Inlet, and Kenneth Sellers (Pam) of Ladson; a daughter, Jeanette Wisbith (Terry) of Wampum, Pa.; 14 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren; a brother, Lincoln Alford of Myrtle Beach; a sister, Eva Richardson of Marion; and several nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association….
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Estelle S. Gore (SS# issued in SC) was born 4 April 1928, last residence Poston, Florence Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her father, John Oliver Alford (where she is called Pearly Sellers), and her brother Johnny Alford and Leon Alford in this compilation.
Her lineage: Estelle 1928 SC1, John Oliver 1886 SC2.
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ESTELLE GASQUE ALFORD
Photo from Goldfinch Funeral Home
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—27 June 2015
AYNOR—Estelle G. Alford, wife of the late Joseph Alford, age 80, died Friday, June 26, 2015 at Conway Medical Center.
Mrs. Alford was born in Aynor, daughter of the late Gordon and Linsey Martin Gasque. She was a member of Bakers Chapel Baptist Church. Mrs. Alford was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. She enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family and helping others.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a son, Larry Joe Alford; a brother, Troy Gasque and two sisters, Estellene and Elbertine Gasque.
A special thank you to her caregivers, Amdeisys Home Health, Home Health Direct, Mercy Hospice & Conway Medical Center, 2nd floor staff.
Survivors include three sons, Billy Joe Alford of Archdale, NC, Dennis Alford (Diane) of Lexington, NC and Nathan L. Alford (Wanza) of Aynor; one daughter, Pat Alford Johnson (Joey) of Conway; eight grandchildren, Billy Wayne Alford (Cindi) and Larry Joe Alford (Alison) both of Thomasville, NC, Marissa Alford of Trinity, NC, Joe Alford, Amber Alford (Donald) all of Lexington, Logan Alford West (Patrick) and Casey Haselden all of Conway and Summer Johnson Rabon (Brandon) of Aynor; thirteen great-grandchildren, Dylan, Jessica, Jacob, Jeanna, Emma, Eastyn Alford, Lindzie Miller, Makayla and Landon Gainey, Logan Cochran all of NC, Lucas Norton, Ethan and Lincoln West all of Conway; four sisters, Doretha Lewis, Bernice Hewitt (James) and Elise Richardson and Louise Martin (Herbert) and one brother, Roy Gasque (Doris); two sister-in-laws, Viola Goff and Annie Goff; extended family, Lisa Alford and Shawn Walker; and many special nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Monday at Bakers Chapel Baptist Church…. Burial will follow in Salem Baptist Church Cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Joseph Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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ESTELLE LOMAX ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 1 January 1954
DARLINGTON [Darlington Co.]—Funeral services for Mrs Estelle Lomax Alford will be conducted at 5 p.m. Saturday at St. James United Methodist Church. Burial will be in City Cemetery, directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford died Tuesday [December 29] in a Darlington Hospital after a short illness.
Mrs. Alford was a daughter of the late Rufus and Estelle Harvey Lomax. She was a former teacher in Darlington County public schools and a member of St. James United Methodist Church. She attended Chaney State Teachers College in Chaney, Pa., and was a graduate of Claflin College in Orangeburg.
Surviving are her husband, Newton Alford of Darlington; (three step-sons, Newton Alford Jr. of New York, N.Y., James Alford of Columbia and Oscar Alford of Washington. D.C.; a brother. Rufus Lomax of New York, N.Y.; and six grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
Alma was Newton Alford Sr.’s second wife.
Her husband’s lineage: Newton 1898 SC1, Granville 1860 SC2, Edward 1845 SC3.
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ETHA MAE HUGGINS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 14 August 2015
HARTSVILLE, SC - Graveside services for Etha Mae Alford, age 90, who passed away August 10, will be held Friday at 2:00 at the Garden of Faith Cemetery in Lumberton, N.C. directed by Norton Funeral Home….
Mrs. Alford was born in McColl a daughter of the late Charlie & Macie Osbourne Huggins. She attended the First Church of the Nazarene. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Surviving are two daughters, Bobbie (Tony) Huggins, Hartsville and Janice A. Clayton, Roxboro, N.C.; two brothers, Woodrow Huggins, Lumberton and James (Buddy) and wife Dorothy Huggins, Sumter; six grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wardy Bishop Alford, daughter, Sharon A. Henson, brother, Cecil Huggins, sisters, Pearlie Wilson and Frances Copeland.
Memorials may be made to the First Church of The Nazarene, 1909 West BoBo Newsom Highway, Hartsville, S.C. 29550 or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her daughter Sharon Alford Henson in this compilation.
From SSACI: Wardy Bishop Alford was born 8 Apr 1917 in Aynor, SC, son of Daniel M. Alford and Susie Dimery. He died 24 Dec 1989.
On Daniel Manuel Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is living in Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC, age 35, born 17 March 1883. His nearest relative, same address, is Susie Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her husband’s lineage: Wardy Bishop 1917 SC1, Daniel Manuel 1883 SC2, William Edward 1855 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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ETHEL BEATRICE ALFORD VILLA
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 31 October 1969
Mrs. Ethel Beatrice Villa, widow of John J. Villa, of 13 Cambridge Ave., Charleston Heights, died Thursday at Orangeburg.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later by McAlister’s. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Mrs. Villa was born March 28, 1911, in Alabama, a daughter of the late Warner Alford and Glennie Watson Alford. She attended the schools of Alabama and was a member of Riverview Baptist Church.
Surviving are: her mother, Mrs. Glennie Watson Alford of Luverne, Ala; a daughter, Miss Darlene Villa of Charleston Heights; three brothers, Watson Alford, Woodrow Alford and Claude Alford, all of Yorktown Heights, N.Y.; five sisters, Mrs. Herbert Martin of West Hollywood, Fla., Mrs. Mamie A. Dorman and Mrs. Jimmie A. Stevens both of Montgomery, Ala., Miss Bobbie Alford of White Plains, N.Y. and Mrs. Theo Carpenter of Panama City, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Oct 1969) dates of Ethel Villa (SS# issued in OH), last residence Charleston, Charleston Co., SC.
We included the obituariesof her father, Warner Henry Alford; and siblings Hazel Alford Carpenter Veit and Sam Daniel “Buster” Alford in Alabama Obituaries; and of her brother Claude Mack Alford in New York Obituaries
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Salvator Alford and Elizabeth Reynolds.
Her lineage: Ethel Beatrice 1911 AL1, Warner Henry 1884 AL2, Warren Montgomery 1843 AL3, Henry Dortch 1822 GA4, William 1774 VA5, William 1741 VA6, Salvator 1716 VA7.
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ETHEL M. ALFORD SHELLEY
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—23 June 1998
Published in AAFA ACTION, Winter 1999
NICHOLS [Horry Co.]—Services for Ethel Alford Shelley, 75, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Meares Funeral Home Chapel, Mullins, with burial in Riverside Cemetery, Nichols....
Mrs. Shelley, widow of Venoy Shelley, died Sunday after an illness. Born in Horry County, she was a daughter of the late D.M. and Mattie Turner Alford. She was a homemaker.
Surviving are her daughters, Margaret Jones, Jean Rye; brother, D.M. Alford; sisters, Esta Mae Hardwick, Ruby McCracken; seven grand-children; two great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ethel M. Shelley (SS# issued in SC) was born 19 October 1922.
See the obituaries of her siblings Daniel Mayberry “D.M.” Alford, Julius Thomas Alford, Ruby Alford McCrackin, and Esta Mae Alford Hardwick in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Ethel M. 1922 SC1, Daniel Mayberry 1883 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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ETHEL STRICKLAND ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 12 June 1997
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
MARION [Marion Co.]—Ethel Strickland Alford, 74, died Tuesday, June 10, 1997, at home after an illness.
She was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Vander Whitaker and Myrtle Tyler Strickland. She was the widow of Littles Alford. She was a member of Pleasant Plain Baptist Church.
Survivors include a son, George Alford of Marion; two daughters, Myrtle Faye Garrett and Ethel Carolyn Martin, both of Marion; a brother, V.W. Strickland Jr. of Myrtle Beach; a sister, Betty.... [online obituary cut off here]
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ethel S. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 19 August 1922.
See the obituary of her son, George Littles Alford, in this compilation.
Littles Alford was born 14 Sept 1914 and died 15 Jan 1989 (SSDI # issued in SC), last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
Littles is listed on the 1920 and 1930 censuses in Le Gette, Marion Co., SC, with his siblings and parents, Dock and Colie Alford. Also living with the family in 1930 is Dock’s mother, Mary Alford (Mary Frances James).
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s lineage: Littles 1914 SC1, Doctor Larie “Dock” 18922, John Robeson 1852 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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EUGENE ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 8 February 1983
LATTA—Eugene Alford, 75, died Saturday [February 5] at his home.
Born in Dillon County, he was a son of the late Stella Alford. He was a retired farmer.
Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Daisy Alford; six daughters: Mrs. Lorene Tart, Miss Ernestine Alford, Mrs. Estelle Clark, Mrs. Linda Craver, all of Latta; Mrs. Dorothy Beckwith, Dillon; Mrs. Elizabeth Langdon, Las Vegas, Nev.; six sons: Jim, Vernie, Gene, and Larry Alford, all of Latta; William Alford, Bennettsville; Everett Alford, Dillon; a brother, Elwood Alford, Cheraw; three sisters: Mrs. Dotha Lundy, Latta; Mrs. Eutha Brewer, Lake View; Mrs. Elizabeth Matozic, New York; 36 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Services were to be held today (Tuesday) at Bethesda Southern Methodist Church.
Photos from Bethesda Southern Methodist Church Cemetery, Oak Grove, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bracky
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Eugene Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 5 May 1907.
See the obituaries of his wife, Daisy Elizabeth Burr Alford; children Ernestine Alford, Lorraine Alford Tart, Elizabeth Alford Langdon, and Major Alford; and siblings Elwood Alford and Leila Alford in this compilation.
There is some confusion regarding this family. The four siblings whose obituaries or obituary extracts are in this compilation name their parents as follows:
Sibling Birth year Named parents
Eugene Alford 1907 Stella Alford
Dotha Cox Lundy 1909 Ander Cox & Stella Alford Cox
(see below)
Leila Alford 1915 Andrew & Stella Cox Alford
Also: Leila Allford 1915 Andrew Cox & Mrs. Stella Allford Cox
Elwood Alford 1917 Stella Alford Cox
It appears that Stella Alford married Andrew Cox, who probably abandoned the family. At least 3 of the children used their mother’s maiden name, but Stella is buried as Stella Alford Cox (see the obituary of her daughter Leila Alford).
The obituary of Eugene’s sister:
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 3 July 2003
LATTA—Services for Dotha Lundy will be held 11:00 A.M. Thursday in Bethesda Southern Methodist Church with burial in the church cemetery directed by Cooper Funeral Home….
Mrs. Lundy, 93, died Tuesday, July 1, 2003 in the Dundee Nursing Home.
Born in Marion County, October 18, 1909, she was the daughter of the late Ander Cox and Stella Alford Cox. She was a member of Bethesda Southern Methodist Church and was a homemaker.
Survivors include her daughter, Mary Helen (Gilbert) George of Latta; son, Henry Lundy of Latta; sisters, Elizabeth Matovic of Chester, NY, and Eutha Brewer of Lake View; 4 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren
Dillon County, South Carolina Cemeteries lists these Alfords next to each other:
Major Alford/ South Carolina/ SSGT US AIR FORCE/
World War II Korea Vietnam/ 1928 1973/
Ernestine/ Alford/ Apr. 15, 1941/
Daisy Elizabeth Alford/ Dec. 28, 1910/ Feb. 19, 1994/
Eugene Alford/ May 5, 1907/ Feb. 5, 1983/
Dillon County, South Carolina Cemeteries lists Stella Alford Cox’s gravestone—Mar. 16, 1885/ Nov. 6, 1934—next to Eugene’s sister, Leila Alford.
No one in the family has been found on the 1910 census.
1920 CENSUS
New Kirby (District 34), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #268:
Stella Cox head 34 SC SC SC farmer married
Gary son 17 SC SC SC
Eugene son 12 SC SC SC
Datha dau 10 SC SC SC
Eutha dau 7 SC SC SC
Leila dau 4 SC SC SC
Elwoodrow son 2 SC SC SC
In 1920, Bayboro, Horry Co., SC, Andrew J. Cox, age 37 born SC, is listed with this wife, Earle Cox 19 SC, and daughter Gladys 7/12 SC.
1930 CENSUS
Bethea (District 5), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #283:
Eugene Alford head 22 SC SC SC age 21 at 1st marriage farmer
Daisy wife 19 SC SC SC age 18 at 1st marriage
Major son 1-6/12 SC SC SC
In 1930, Brownsville, Marlboro Co., SC, Estella Cox, 45 born SC,widowed, age 16 at first marriage, is the head of a household that includes 6 children, all listed as Cox: Dotha 20, Eutha 17, Leila 14, Woodrow 12, Elizabeth 9, and Lois D. 1. All were born in SC.
In 1930, Loris, Horry Co., SC, Andrew J. Cox, 48 SC, is living with his wife, Earlie S. Cox, 29 SC, and their 6 children, ages 10 to 5 months.
In 1940, Bayboro, Horry Co., SC, Early Coleman, widow age 39, is living with 4 Cox children. Also in the household is her sister Annie Lee Sterling, 34 married. All were living in Horry Co., SC, in 1935.
On the death certificate of Andrew J. Cox Jr., his parents are listed as A.J. Cox and Earley Gause. His gravestone in Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery says: “A.J. son of | Andrew J. & | Sarah E. Cox.”
In 1910, Simpson Creek, Horry Co., SC, Early is listed as Sarah E. Gause, age 9 born SC, daughter of Wesley and Sallie Gause. Her sister Annie L., age 5, is one of her 7 siblings.
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EUGENE A. ALFORD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Tuesday, 22 January 1991
RAINS [Marion Co.]—Mr. Eugene A. Alford, 92, retired farmer, died Jan. 20, 1991, at Lila Doyle Nursing Home in Seneca [Oconee Co.]. Funeral is 11 a.m. Wednesday at Cox-Collins Funeral Home, Mullins….
Survivors are sons, Smith Alford of Laurinburg, N.C., Aubrey Alford of Cordele, Ga., Tommy Alford of Seneca, Jerry Alford of Charleston; daughters, Mrs. Muriel Buckmaster of Seneca, Mrs. Rosalee Mouzon of Charleston; brothers, Pearly Alford of Marion, S.C., Emmanuel Alford of Mullins; sisters, Mrs. Alice Brown, Mrs. Louise Anderson, both of Mullins, Mrs. Emma Rogers of Whiteville, N.C.
In another article:
Source unknown, but possibly:
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—_____ January 1991
RAINS—Eugene A. Alford, a retured farmer, died Sunday ina Seneca nursing home.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Cox-Collins Funeral Home. Burial will be in Reedy Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born Oct 6, 1898, in Marion County, a son of Emanuel Alford and Janie Williams Alford. He was a member of Woodmen of the World Lodge 123, and a life-member of Rains Grange. He was a member of Reedy Creek Baptist Church. He was married to the late Clara Smith Alford.
Surviving are four sons, Smith Alford of Laurinburg, N.C., Aubrey Alford of Cordele, Ga., Tommy Alford of Seneca and Jerry Alford of Charleston; two daughters, Muriel Buckmaster of Seneca and Rosalee Mouzon of Charleston; two brothers, Pearly Alford of Marion and Emanuel Alford of Mullins; three sisters, Alice Brown and Louise Anderson, both of Mullins, and Emma Rogers of Whiteville, N.C; 18 grandchildren; and 32 great-grandchildren.
Photo from Reedy Creek Baptist Cemetery, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Eugene Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 Oct 1898, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his wife, Clara Smith Alford; children Malcolm Eugene Alford, Muriel Alford Buckmaster, Rosalee Alford Mouzon, and Tommy Bloyce Alford; mother, Janie Rectina Williams Alford Altman Jones; siblings Anna Louise Alford Brown Anderson, Edward Manuel Alford, Pearlie Dubose Alford Sr., and William Power Alford; and half-siblings Henry Monroe Alford and Willie Ann Alford Turbeville in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Emma Jane Alford Williamson Stanton Rogers in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Eugene A. 1898 SC1, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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EULA BELL COATES ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—7 November 2010
CONWAY—Eula Bell Alford, age 85, formerly of Wilmington, N.C., wife of the late Donnie Alford, passed away Saturday November 6, 2010, at Kingston Nursing Center.
Ms. Alford was born August 26, 1925, in Aynor S.C. a daughter of the late Cassie and Albertie King Coats. Ms. Alford was a past volunteer with the Local Senior Center, in Wilmington N.C.
She was predeceased by one daughter, Eula Lefay Alford, three brothers Blease Coates, Cleve Coates and Woodrow Coates, one sister Beulah C. Lane.
Surviving are, one brother, Kelly Coates of Smyrna, Tn., one step-brother, Jackie Coates of Clayton, N.C., two step-sisters, Louise Gardner of Charlotte, N.C., and Elise Taylor of Red Springs, N.C., many nieces , nephews, and cousins.
…. Ms. Alfords funeral service will begin following the visitation at 2:00 PM…. Burial will follow in Devotion Gardens located at 2931 E. Hwy 76 Mullins, SC 29574.
…. Ms. Alford and her family are in the care of Johnson Funeral Home of 290 9th Ave. Aynor, SC 29511 (843) 358-5800.
Photos from Devotion Gardens, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Ron Rowell
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Eula Bell Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Wilmington, New Hanover Co., NC.
We included the obituary of her husband, Donnie Leaneau Alford, in North Carolina Obituaries.
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EULA CHRISTINE ALFORD BARNHILL
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—14 April 2002
MARION—Eula Christine Barnhill, 86, died Friday, April 12, 2002, at Marion County Medical Center after an illness.
She was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Rufus A. and Hattie Lane Alford. She was predeceased by her husband, Carlisle B. Barnhill; a son, Herman Barnhill; a brother, R.A. Alford Jr.; and four sisters, Inez Martin, Estaline Williams, Lucille Dempsey and Earnistine Lyles.
She was a member of McMillan Memorial Baptist Church and a homemaker.
Survivors include a sister, Eloise Perrit and her husband, Woodrow, of Galivants Ferry; a daughter-in-law, Betty Jo Alford; two grandchildren, Terri Eshelman and her husband, Tom, of Front Royal, Va., and Mark Barnhill and his wife, Kristi, of Missouri City, Texas; five great-grandchildren; and a special friend of the family, Judy.
Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. tonight at Richardson Funeral Home in Marion. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery.
Photo from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Eula A. Barnhill (SS# issued in SC) was born 21 Jan 1916 [different than gravestone], last residence Marion, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her mother, Harriet Walker Lane Alford, and siblings Estaline Alford Williams and Rufus Arnold Alford Jr. in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Eula Christine 1916 SC1, Rufus Arnold 1882 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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EULA JANE ALFORD BEST
Conway, Horry Co., SC—_____ August 2013
CONWAY, SC—Eula Jane Alford Best, age 77, wife of the late Larry Manley Best died Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at her residence.
Mrs. Best was born in Horry County, SC, the daughter of the late Ely Mitchell Alford and Rhoda Rabon Alford. She was a member of Langston Baptist Church and a retiree of AVX Corporation. She enjoyed cooking and gardening.
Mrs. Best was predeceased by three brothers, W.J. Alford, T.E. Alford and Hubert Alford; one sister, Emma Rabon.
Survivors are: two sons, Dale Best (Teresa) of Conway and L. Dean Best (Tara Nauful) of Mt. Pleasant, SC; one daughter, Doris B. Gasque (Roy) of Aynor; six grandchildren, Garrett Gasque (Fara), Kelly Best, William Best, Mary Elizabeth Best, Lillian Best, Ethan Rouse; two great-grandchildren, Blair Gasque and Garrison Gasque; one brother, Elbert “Shorty” Alford (Peggy) of Odessa, TX; one sister Mary Johnson of Dacula, GA; special friend and caretaker Pam Burny of Conway.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 P.M. Thursday, August 15, 2013 at Goldfinch Conway Chapel…. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery.
…. The family would like to express a special thank you to the staff of Agape Home Health Services for their kind care during Mrs. Best’s illness….
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Ely Mitchell Alford and Rhoda Rabon Alford; and siblings Emma Alford Rabon and Hubert H. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her brothers Elbert Jack “Shorty” Alford and Thelbert Eathel Alford in Texas Obituaries; and of her sister Mary Fannie Alford Johnson in Georgia Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Eula Jane 1935 SC1, Ely Mitchell 1896 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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EUNICE ALFORD FORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 20 February 1973
Name: Eunice Alford Ford
Spouse: Willie Ford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 43
Date of Death: February 14
Place of Burial: Cotton Valley Cemetery
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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EVELYN SPIVEY ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 8 November 2015
Evelyn Spivey Alford, of Johns Island, a retired veterinarian office manager and wife of Jerry Alford, died Friday [November 6]. Arrangements by Stuhr’s West Ashley Chapel of Charleston.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
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FANNIE CELESTINE TEAGUE COX ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Monday, 17 July 2000
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
PIEDMONT [Greenville Co.]—Fannie Celestine Teague Alford, 70, of 2 Mansion Circle, died July 15, 2000, at her home.
Born in Aiken, she was a daughter of the late Dillard Cleveland and Ruth Johnson Teague. She was retired from Her Majesty and was a member of Washington Baptist Church.
Survivors: husband, William “Bill” Hampton Alford; a son, Ernest “Butch” Cox Jr. of Greenville; daughters, Barbara Hart of Seneca, Dianne Keith of Mauldin; a brother, George Teague of Westminster; a sister, Kathryn Carroll of Anderson; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Visitation: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. today at Gray Mortuary, Pelzer. Graveside service: 2 p.m. today at Greenville Memorial Gardens.
Photos from Greenville Memorial Gardens, Piedmont, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Karen & Buddy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Fannie C. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 June 1930 but died 14 July 2000, last residence Greenville, Greenville Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband’s parents, Wade Hampton Alford Jr. and Claudia Parnell Alford, in this compilation.
Fannie’s husband is named as Robert Lee Alford’s twin brother in Robert’s obituary.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
Her husband’s lineage: William Hampton 1935 SC1, Wade Hampton 1911 SC2, Wade Hampton 1876 GA3, David Bryan 1850 SC4, Lodwick 1802 NC5, Drury Cade 1767 NC6.
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FANNIE JONES ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 4 June 1971
LORIS [Horry Co.]—Mrs. Fannie J. Alford, 77, of Rt. 4 Nichols, died Thursday at a local hospital after a long illness.
Mrs. Alford was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late William A. Jones and the late Temperance Marlowe Jones.
She was the wife of the late James Harrison Alford, and a member of the Live Oak Baptist Church.
Surviving are three sons, James Wilbur Alford, of Pasadena, Tex., Charlie Rupert Alford of Loris, and Bernie Alford of Mullins; a daughter, Mrs. Gussie Williamson of Nichols; a brother, Fennell Anderson of Charleston, W. Va.; a sister, Mrs. Lottie Grainger of Little River, and six grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Hardwick Memorial Chape. Burial will follow in Princeville Cemetery.
Photo from Princeville Cemetery, Loris, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Fannie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 23 June 1893.
See the obituaries of her husband, James Harrison Alford; and her sons Auburn Layton “Bernie” Alford and James Wilbur Alford in this compilation.
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FANNIE MAE HALFORD FOX MILES
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 23 April 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
BURNETTOWN [Aiken Co.]—Services for Fannie Mae H. Miles will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Hillview Baptist Church with burial in Pineview Memorial Gardens. The body will lie in-state beginning at 12:30 p.m. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. tonight at Hatcher Funeral Home, Langley.
Mrs. Miles died April 18, 2002. Born in Barnwell, she was a daughter of the late George and Fannie Armstrong Halford. She was first married to the late Henry Miles and then to the late Wilbur Fox. She had retired from Seminole Mill.
Surviving are sister, Marie Bishop; brothers, Joe, Burton Halford.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Fannie H. Miles (SS# issued in GA) was born 29 December 1904, last residence Aiken, Aiken Co.
See the obituaries of her brothers Albert Harold Halford and George Burton Halford in this compilation.
1930 CENSUS
Barnwell (District 1), Barnwell Co., SC, Dwelling #372:
George W. Halford head 59 SC SC SC cotton weigher for county
age 27 at 1st marriage
Fannie A. wife 49 SC SC SC age 17 at 1st marriage
Lyda (son) son 28 SC SC SC
Ferris son 22 SC SC SC
Cathrine dau 19 SC SC SC
Marie dau 15 SC SC SC
James son 13 SC SC SC
William son 11 SC SC SC
Joel son 9 SC SC SC
Burton son 5 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Barnwell (District 49), Barnwell Co., SC, Dwelling #52:
George W. Halford head 48 SC SC SC cotton weigher for warehouse
age 27 at 1st marriage
Fannie L. wife 49 SC SC SC age 17 at 1st marriage
Madeline dau 19 SC SC SC
Lide (son) son 18 SC SC SC store clerk
Harold son 16 SC SC SC
Fanny May dau 15 SC SC SC
Ferris son 11 SC SC SC
Catherine dau 9 SC SC SC
Marrie dau 5 SC SC SC
James son 3 SC SC SC
Stafford [this name is inserted here between the lines—relationship and age very difficult to read, but in occupation, it says “town coroner,” so perhaps this child was deceased.]
William son 1 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Barnwell (District 40), Barnwell Co., SC, Dwelling #17:
George W. Halford head 39 SC SC SC 1st marriage 12 years farmer
Fannie Lou wife 29 SC SC SC 6 children, 5 living
Georgia Madeline dau 10 SC SC SC
W. Lide (son) son 8 SC SC SC
A. Harold son 6 SC SC SC
Fannie May dau 5 SC SC SC
Alfred Farris son 1-0/12 SC SC SC
Barnie R. McLemore uncle 61 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Barnwell (District 12), Barnwell Co., SC, Dwelling #100:
George W. Halford head 30 b. Jan 1870 SC SC SC married 2 years farmer
[He does not appear on the 1870 census, so year is probably incorrect]
Fannie wife 19 b. Feb 1881 SC SC SC 1 child, 1 living
Mattie L. dau 4/12 b. Jan 1900 SC SC SC
Barnwell (District 12), Barnwell Co., SC, Dwelling #97:
Washington Halford head 66 b. June 1833 SC SC SC married 33 years farmer
Barbra wife 64 b. unknown SC SC SC 8 children, 3 living
Mary dau 24 b. Dec 1874 SC SC SC
Inez dau 18 b. Dec 1881 SC SC SC
Nettie Moore granddau 10 b. Sept 1889 SC SC SC
Beatrice Moore granddau 6 b. Nov 1893 SC SC SC
Sammie Halford nephew 35 b. Jan 1864 SC SC SC logman at saw mill
1880 CENSUS
Barnwell (District 24), Barnwell Co., SC, Dwelling #258:
Washington Halford head 45 SC SC SC farmer
Barbara wife 45 SC SC SC
Carrie dau 13 SC SC SC
Lina dau 11 SC SC SC
George son 7 SC SC SC
Mary dau 4 SC SC SC
Hattie dau 3 SC SC SC
Elizabeth sister 54 SC SC SC
Harriet sister 37 SC SC SC
Josiah Kersh works on farm 77 SC SC SC
1870 CENSUS
Red Oak, Barnwell Co., SC, Dwelling #95:
Washtn Halford 37 SC farmer
Barbary 24 SC
Carrie 4 SC
Lena 1 SC
Next door in Dwelling #96:
Mrs. Elizth Halford 70 SC keeping house
Elizabeth 43 SC “idiotic”
Harriett 27 SC
John 11 SC [son of William R. Halford Jr.]
James 10 SC [son of William R. Halford Jr.]
1860 CENSUS
Not stated [P.O. Bufort Bridge], Barnwell Co., SC, Dwelling #346:
Isabel Halford 55 SC farmer
Elizabeth 34 SC
Washington 25 SC
Mary E. 23 SC
James S. 20 SC
Harriet C. 17 SC
Rachael Drummond 31 SC
1850 CENSUS
Not stated [P.O. Bufort Bridge], Barnwell Co., SC, Dwelling #8:
W.R. Halford 54 SC plant[er]
Isabel Halford 54 SC
Eliz 22 SC
Rachel 20 SC
W.R. 18 SC
Washington 16 SC
Mary 12 SC
James 10 SC
Harriet 8 SC
James 25 SC dep’t sh’ff
“Mrs. Isabella Halford, aged 77 years” died 2 Jan 1879 near Barnwell [“Marriage and Death Notices from Baptist Newspapers of South Carolina, 1866–1887,” from South Carolina Magazine of Ancestral Research (Ancestry)]
From SC Deaths: George W. Halford, age 69, died 24 July 1940 in Barnwell Co., SC.
His HALFORD lineage, in part from RootsWeb.com Family Tree “Halford: Southern US“ by Michael Kruse: Fannie Mae 1904 SC1, George Washington 1871 SC2, Washington 1833 SC3, William Richard 1796 SC4, Achillis 1754 VA5.
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FLORA MAE WRIGHT ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 1 January 1991
Name: Flora Mae Alford
Parents: Eddie and Mary Wright
Spouse: Henry Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 49
Place of Birth: Marlboro County
Date of Death: Dec. 20, 1990
Place of Burial: Roadside Cemetery of Dillon
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Flora M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 9 Sept 1941, last residence Brooklyn, Kings Co., NY.
Roadside Cemetery is identified as traditionally serving the African-American community.
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FLORENCE KELLY ALFORD
Grandmother of Kathlyn Alford Aimonetti, AAFA #1410
Great-Grandmother of John Gordon Alford IV, AAFA #1422
[She apparently died in GA, but we are including her obituary here because SC was her home.]
Photo from her granddaughter Kathlyn Alford Aimonetti, AAFA #1410
EDGEFIELD ADVERTISER
Edgefield, Edgefield Co., SC—Monday, 13 September 1976
MRS. J.G. ALFORD
Edgefield people were saddened to learn of the passing of Mrs. Florence Kelly (J.G.) Alford, 87, on Monday. She had been recently taken to the Augusta Nursing home from the Edgefield County Hospital, hopefully improving. She was looking forward to being able to see her Edgefield friends, who are many, very soon.
Mrs. Alford with her husband, the late J.G. Alford, one of Edgefield’s most successful business men, liked to entertain, and their home and their presence in any company provided happiness to many citizens of this community in years past.
She was an outdoors-woman also, and liked to fish with companions and travel. She was a business woman as well and contributed greatly in years past to the business community here.
Graveside services were held Tuesday at 2:p.m. in East View Cemetery, … Mrs. Alford being a member of the Edgefield United Methodist Church.
She was a native of Rockbridge Bath, Virginia but spent her life largely in Edgefield, following her marriage in 1913. She and Mr. Alford were married for 63 years. For the past year, following an earlier period of hospitalization, she had made her home at Plantation House.
Mrs. Alford, by nature, was overflowing with care for others, and there was not a moment when she did not add a bit of cheer to those around her. She was generous in her contributions in every way. She brought social grace and harmony to every situation and will be remembered for her never-ending kindness.
Survivors include one son, John Gordon Alford, Jr. (wife Kathlyn Williams Alford) of Edgefield; one daughter, Mrs. Mae Alford Bolt (John E. Bolt) of Murphy, N.C.; granddaughter Kathlyn Alford Aimonetti (Ronald F. Aimonetti), of Quaker Lake, Pa.; granddaughter, Cynthia Elaine Bolt of Murphy N.C.; grandson, John Gordon Alford III of Edgefield, S.C.; grandson, John E. Bolt of Murphy, N.C., brother, George F. Kelly of Sarasota, Fla..
Photo from East View Cemetery, Edgefield, Edgefield Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Linda Ullom Buchanan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her children Mae Alford Bolt and John Gordon Alford Jr. in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her husband’s lineage: John Gordon 1886 GA1, Allen Stephens 1848 GA2, John Allen 1815 GA3, William 1794 NC4, Kinchen 1768 NC5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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FLORENCE ALFORD DELK
Sister of Isaac Edwin Alford, AAFA #0389
Photo from Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 30 August 2016
SOCIETY HILL—Funeral service for Mrs. Florence Alford Delk of Bishopville will be 1 p.m. Thursday, September 1, 2016 at Bethesda Baptist Church, Society Hill…. Burial will follow in the church cemetery directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home, Inc.
Mrs. Delk died Saturday, August 27th at Life Care Center of Columbia.
She was born in Society Hill a daughter of the late Robert and Pauline Gandy Alford. She was the widow of Lee S. Delk.
Survivors include: one daughter, Doris Alford Lighty of Columbia, SC; one son, Walter (Dorothy) Alford; one sister, Janie Johnson both of Bishopville, SC; 5 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren.
Wake service with Easter Star Rites 6 pm Wednesday at the funeral home and at other times the family is receiving friends at the residence, 904 Manville Saint Charles Road, Bishopville.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her father, Robert Coleman Alford; siblings Alice Alford Bruce, Irene Elizabeth Alford Williams, and Roland Furman Alford; and daughter-in-law Dorothy Graham Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Isaac Edwin Alford in Washington Obituaries. Isaac’s In Remembrance, with extensive census data, is posted to AAFA’s Member Memorials.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #8.
Her lineage: Florence ???? SC1, Robert Coleman 1886 SC2, Coleman 1846 SC3.
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FLORENCE L. ALFORD HICKS
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 1 July 2005
GEORGETOWN [Georgetown Co.]—Florence L. Alford Hicks, 87, died Saturday, June 25, 2005. Visitation will be 7 to 8 p.m. Friday at Wilds Courtyard Chapel. Service will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Greater St. Stephen AME Church. Burial will follow in First Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery.
Photo from First Calvary Cemetery, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pattie Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Florence L. Hicks (SS# issued in SC) was born 1 Feb 1917 [different than gravestone].
See the obituary of her brother Nuben “Charlie” Alford in this compilation.
This is an African-American family.
1930 CENSUS
Georgetown (District 5), Georgetown Co., SC, Dwelling #170:
Willie Alfred head B 36 SC SC SC age 17 at 1st marriage
saw mill laborer
Racheal Alfred wife B 35 SC SC SC age 16 at 1st marriage
Willie J Alfred son B 19 SC SC SC saw mill laborer
Charlie Alfred son B 17 SC SC SC
Ilin Alfred son B 15 SC SC SC
Florence Alfred dau B 13 SC SC SC
Lula Alfred dau B 11 SC SC SC
Huamo Alfred son B 9 SC SC SC
Raymond Alfred son B 7 SC SC SC
Sibbie Alfred dau B 4 SC SC SC
Jonnie Alfred son B 1 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Georgetown (District 68), Georgetown Co., SC, Dwelling #175:
James Alford head B 26 SC SC SC carpenter at lumber co.
Rachael Alford wife B 25 SC SC SC
Willie Alford son B 8 SC SC SC
Charles Alford son B 6 SC SC SC
Olin Alford son B 3 SC SC SC
Florence Alford dau B 2 SC SC SC
Lula Alford dau B 1/12 SC SC SC
Next door, dwelling #174, is the family of Morris Moultrie, age 30, probably Rachel’s brother.
This family was not located on the 1910 census.
On Florence’s father Willie Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 22, a laborer living in Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC. He was born 22 Apr 1895 and has a wife and 4 children. He identifies his race as Negro and signs his name.
Her lineage: Florence L. 1917 SC1, Willie James 1895 SC2.
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FLORRIE MAE ALFORD ROBERTS
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Monday, 26 March 1984
Photo from Mountain View Cemetery, Greer, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Karon & H.G. Stone
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Florrie Roberts (SS# issued in GA) was born 20 July 1913 and died _____ March 1984, last residence Greer, Greenville Co., SC.
See the obituary of her father, James Andrew Alford Sr., in this compilation.
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FLOSSIE MAE ALFORD GRAINGER
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Wednesday, 24 March 1976
Photo from Mount Zion Baptist Church Cemetery, Loris, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Flossie Graniger (SS# issued in SC) was born 9 Apr 1900 and died _____ March 1976, last residence Loris, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her father, Harlee M. Alford; and sister Sallie Jane Alford Woodward in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Leon Harmon Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Flossie Mae 1900 SC1, Harlee M. 1874 SC2, Harrison 1843 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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FRANCES EARLE HALFORD SANDERS
Photo from Woodridge Funeral Home
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 27 December 2016
Frances Halford Sanders, 88, of Columbia, died December 24, 2016. Woodridge Funeral Home of Lexington is in charge.
In another article:
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 28 December 2016
COLUMBIA—A memorial service for Frances E. Halford Sanders, 88, of Columbia, will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, Dec 29, 2016 at Centennial A.R.P. Church, 1413 Laurel St., Columbia, SC, 29201…. Woodridge Funeral Home of Lexington is assisting the family.
Frances Sanders was born September 13th, 1928 in Columbia’s Baptist Hospital. She was the daughter of Dr. James G. and Annie Crouch Halford of Johnston. She grew up in Johnston, SC and graduated from Johnston High School. Frances graduated from Converse College in 1949, with a BA in History & Speech. She also received her Master’s degree in Special Education & Counseling from Clemson University and The University of South Carolina.
Frances was a member of, and served as a Deacon of Associate Reformed Presbyterian Churches in Greenwood and Columbia, SC. She was also a member of the Palmetto Players drama club. In 2005, she was awarded the “Mae Kilgore Spirit Award” for her participation in the Converse community.
Frances touched the lives of many people with her work and dedication to children and adults with special needs. She worked with the Greenwood Association for Retarded Citizens, Camp Sunshine and Special Olympics. The city of Greenwood’s first Special Olympics was dedicated to Mrs. Sanders. She was a co-founder of Camp Joy, a Christian-based camp for special needs children and adults. The camp continues to thrive 35 years later. She also worked at Carolina Children’s Home in Columbia as a volunteer coordinator. She helped many children transition from institutional living to the real world. She loved to help volunteers and counselors realize how important it was to use their time and talents to help others, as the Lord has instructed us to do.
Frances is survived by her husband of 60 years, Charles R. Sanders Jr. of Columbia. Also surviving are her daughter, Francie Perdue of Columbia; son, Charlie Sanders (Tonya) of Powdersville; son, Jamie Sanders (TJ) of Summerville; granddaughters, Shannon Solis, Kayla Titus, Sophia Sanders, Emma Sanders and Anna Sanders; great-grandchildren, Whitney, Joseph and Jenna….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her brother James Gordon Halford Jr. in this compilation.
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FRANCES MARSDEN ALFORD JONES
NEWS MESSENGER
Marshall, Harrison Co., TX—Wednesday, 6 November 1963
Photo from Greenwood Cemetery, Marshall, Harrison Co., TX—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Andrea Maloney
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
We included the obituaries of her parents, Josiah Perry Alford Sr. and Mary Adeline Badgett Alford; siblings Addie Mae Alford Coyner, Anna Elizabeth Alford, Charles Culberson Alford, Eugenia Culberson “Gene” Alford, Frank Starr Alford; and half-sister Kate Alford Powell in Texas Obituaries; of her brother Josiah Perry Alford Jr. in Illinois Obituaries; and of her half-sister Sidney Eudora Alford Buckelew in Louisiana Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Frances Marsden 1896 TX1, Josiah Perry 1843 TX2, Lodwick Pierce 1812 GA3, Lodwick 1775 NC4, Julius 1750 NC5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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FRANK LUTHER ALFORD, SR.
Father of Frank Luther Alford Jr., AAFA #0720
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 10 January 1955
MULLINS [Marion Co.], Jan. 9—Frank L. Alford, 27, died Saturday night, while driving a truck, according to the statement of Coroner Dicks of Horry County. Mr. Alford suffered a heart attack and died almost immediately in the truck at a place called Duford, below Nichols. The truck rolled out into a field where it bogged down.
Mr. Alford was a native of Mullins, a son of Mattie Smith and the late Willie Alford.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Cox Funeral Home Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock…. Burial will follow in the Smith family cemetery near Mullins.
In addition to his mother he is survived his wife, the former Bonnie Faye Gerald, one son, Frank L. Jr., and one daughter, Linda Faye, both of the home. He has five brothers, Gerome Alford of Rt. 1, Mullins; Herbert of Conway; Stanley of Walterboro; William of Sumter and Neal of Miami, Fla.; three sisters,. Virginia of Washington, D.C., Mrs. Coye Cornette of San Antonio, Texas, and Eddie Byrd of Lumberton, N.C.
In another article:
Source unknown
SC—_____ January 1955
MULLINS, Jan. 9—Frank L. Alford, 27, a native of Mullins died Saturday night of a heart attack while driving a truck near Nichols. The truck was found in a field near the highway.
Funeral services will take place at the Cox Funeral Home at 11 a.m. Tuesday…. Burial will be in the Smith family cemetery near Mullins.
Mr. Alford was a native of Mullins, a son of Willie Alford and Mrs. Mattie Smith Alford.
Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Bonnie Faye Gerald Alford; a son, Frank I. Alford Jr., a daughter, Linda Fay Alford; the mother, five brothers, Jerome Alford of Mullins, Herbert Alford of Conway, Stanley Alford of Walterboro, William Alford of Sumter and Neil Alford of Miami, three sisters, Mrs. Virginia Alford of Washington, D.C., Mrs. Coy Cornette of San Antonio, Texas, and Mrs. Eddie Bird of Lumberton, N.C.
Photo from Smith Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, William Herbert Alford and Martha Prudence “Mattie” Smith Alford; and siblings Dorothy Alford Cornett, Mildred Alford Byrd, Stanley Carlyle Alford, Victor Jerome Alford, Virginia Grey Alford, and William “Chessie” Alford; and grandson William “Billy” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Frank Luther 1927 SC1, William Herbert 1880 SC2, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC3, Warren Little 1823 TN4, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC5, Warren 1770 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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FRANKIE REAVES ALFORD
Conway, Horry Co., SC—_____ August 2019
July 19, 1950 - August 28, 2019
CONWAY—Frankie R. Alford, age 69 died Wednesday, August 28, 2019.
Mr. Alford was born in Conway, a son of the late Dewey Reaves and Mattie Mae Richardson Alford. Mr. Alford was employed by the Piggly Wiggly and A and P grocery stores and Palmetto Chevrolet during high school and as a young adult. Prior to retirement, he was employed by UPS for 37 years where he delivered packages in the Pawley’s Island area for many years as well as other parts of Horry and Georgetown counties.
He was predeceased by his wife of 45 years, Amanda K. Alford; two brothers, Thomas Alford and LeGrand Alford; and two sisters, Virginia Reed and Ellen Allen.
In recent years, Mr. Alford attended Jamestown Baptist Church for many years and more recently attended First United Methodist Church in Conway.
Surviving are: one daughter, Amanda A. Roof and husband Justin of Conway; one son, Clayton R. Alford of Conway; and four grandchildren, Amanda Gray Alford, Anna Claire Roof, Dylan Roof, and Andrew Roof.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 Am Saturday from First United Methodist Church in Conway…. Entombment will follow in Hillcrest Mausoleum…. Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, JFArabianH
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Amanda Kay Collom Alford; mother, Mattie Mae Richardson Alford; and brothers Grover Thomas Alford, Jimmy Dale Alford, and Jimmy Legrand Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Frankie Reaves 1950 SC1, Dewey Reaves 1903 SC2, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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FRANKLIN ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 9 June 2000
LAKE CITY [Florence Co.]—Franklin Alford, 42, a former employee with T.S. Ragsdale Co., died Sunday [June 4] in a Florence hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today in Greater St. James AME Church. Burial, directed by Green’s Funeral Home, will be in Greenlawn Cemetery in Kingstree.
Mr. Alford was born in Florence County, a son of Mitchell Alford and Wilhelmenia McClam Alford.
Surviving are his mother and stepfather, Foster Cooper, of Lake City; two sisters, Cassandra Speights of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Murdese McClary of Kingstree; six brothers, Mitchell Alford, Ronald Alford, Donald Alford, all of Lake City, James Alford of Raleigh and Linwood Alford and Jerry Alford, both of Atlanta; and his grandmother, Mabel McClam of Winston-Salem, N.C.
Photo from Green Lawn, Kingstree, Williamsburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nancy Lee Huggins
Photo posted 15 October 2014
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Mitchell Alford and Wilhelmenia McClam Alford, in this compilation.
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FRANKLIN WALTER ALFORD, SR.
Photo from Belk Funeral Home
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 28 January 2020
LAMAR—Franklin Walter Alford, Sr., age 78, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020. A memorial service will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, January 30th at Lamar First Baptist Church, directed by Belk Funeral Home…. A graveside service will be held 9:00 a.m. Friday at Florence National Cemetery.
Born July 9, 1941, Franklin was the son of the late Thomas B. Alford and Annie Bell Griggs. He served in the U.S. Air Force and retired after 20 years. Franklin was a life-long member of the National and South Carolina Skeet Shooting Association, and a member of the Amateur Trap Association. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Lamar.
Surviving are his wife, Janice Copeland Alford; son, Franklin Alford, Jr. of Lamar; grandson, Josh (Marie) Griggs; brother, and Jerry Alford.He was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Lennis Alford; siblings, J.T. Alford, Jack Alford, Onie Gardner, Letha Mae Wadsworth, and Doris Weaver….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his mother, Annie Bell Griggs Adams Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Franklin Walter 1941 SC1, Thomas Bradley 1895 SC2, John Robeson 1852 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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FREDONIA MCCALL ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 16 July 1996
Name: Fredonia Alford
Parents: Tom and Sally McCall
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Monday, July 8
Place of Burial: House of Thomas in charge of arrangements
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Fredonia Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 8 Aug 1914, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
The House of Thomas Funeral Home traditionally serves the African-American community.
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FREEMAN ‘‘D.L.’’ ALFORD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Thursday, 18 March 1993
MULLINS [Marion Co. SC]—Mr. Freeman ‘‘D.L.’’ Alford, 55, retired painter and motel manager, died March 17, 1993, at Conway Nursing Center. Funeral is 11 a.m. Friday at Cox-Collins Funeral Home….
Survivors are his sons, Harry Alford of Aynor, Scott Alford; daughters, Mrs. Patricia Doyle of Aynor, Mrs. Michelle Tindall of Conway; brothers, Eddie Alford, Melton Alford, both of Thomasville, N.C.; sisters, Mrs. Rae Rabon, Mrs. Carolyn Nobles, Mrs. Goldfene Allen, Mrs. Lynn Lockhart, all of Aynor, Mrs. Izzie Parrott of Florence, Mrs. Reba Lewis of Thomasville, Mrs. Hazel Ballard of Conway, Mrs. Vinn Jordan of Tabor City, N.C.
Photo from Pleasant Union Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Rabon Crossroads, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, rdsxfan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Freeman D. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 7 July 1937, last residence Mullins, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his parents, Homer Burroughs Alford and Amelia Viola “Melia” Barnhill Alford; and sisters Delly Mae Alford Jones Rabon and Goldaphine Alford Allen in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Eddie D. Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Freeman 1937 SC1, Homer Burroughs 1898 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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FURMAN CLEVELAND ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 17 November 1978
In another article:
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 17 November 1978
Photo from Prospect United Methodist Church Cemetery, Pamlico,—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Danny & Judy Ard
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Furman Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 24 Dec 1904 [different than gravestone] and died _____ Nov 1978, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his children Carolyn Alford, Geneva “Shelby Jean” Alford Troiano, and Herbert William Alford; parents, William Robert Alford (with census reports) and Alferetta Prosser Alford; and brother Lofton Holland Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Furman Cleveland 1906 SC1, William Robert 1877 SC2, John William 1844 SC3, unknown4.
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GENEVA “SHELBY JEAN” ALFORD TROIANO
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 21 December 2019
PAMPLICO—Geneva “Shelby Jean” Alford Troiano, 80, died Saturday, December 21, 2019, after an extended illness.Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 23, 2019, at Prospect United Methodist Church in Pamplico with burial following in the church cemetery, directed by Waters-Powell Funeral Home of Florence….
Ms. Troiano was born in Hyman, SC, a daughter of the late Furman C. and Cora Lee Ard Alford. She graduated from Hannah High School, Class of ’58, and from the Florence Beauty Academy. She worked for Tupperware Manufacturing, and then for Sara Lee Hosiery until her retirement in 1996. She loved her family and church, but her passion was flowers. She enjoyed growing and arranging flowers, and her last place of employment was Lady Bug Florist.She was a member of Prospect United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School and served on the Administrative Board of the church. She was also Administrator of the church Missions Fund.
Survivors include her daughter, Carolyn Troiano; a niece, Wendy Alford; and a nephew, Herbert Alford, Jr., all of Pamplico. She is also survived by three great-nieces, Autumn Flowers, Somer (Trinity) Cole, and Brooke (Coleman) Elliott; great-great-nieces, Randyn Cora-Lee, Ashlyn, Gracelyn and Rheagan Flowers; great-great-nephew, Talon Case; two very special great-great-great-nephews, Kingston and Torrence Brown; special cousins, Inez (Watson) Gaskins and Diane Cole; and her best friend, Evelyn (Edward) Ard.
She was predeceased by a brother, Herbert Alford, Sr., and a sister, Carolyn Alford.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her father, Furman Cleveland Alford; and siblings Carolyn Alford and Herbert William Alford Sr. in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her lineage: Carolyn 1939 SC1, Furman Cleveland 1906 SC2, William Robert 1877 SC3, John William 1844 SC4, unknown5.
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GEORGE BURTON HALFORD
AUGUSTA CHRONICLE
Augusta, Richmond Co., GA—Thursday, 26 May 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
AIKEN [Aiken Co.], S.C.—George Burton Halford, age 80, entered into eternal rest at 5:35 p.m., Monday, May 23, 2005 at Aiken Regional Medical Center, ICU. He passed peacefully from heart/lung complications.
Born on February 18, 1925, Mr. Halford was a retired Chief Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy for 23 years. He went on to have a second career in cabinmaking and woodworking, his hobby. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Dolly; one daughter, Bonnie Welder; one grandson, Wesley Walton; a sister, Mrs. Tootsie [Marie] Bishop; a brother, Joe Halford; and numerous nieces and nephews.
His wish for his body to be donated for research to MCG has been honored, and a memorial service to celebrate his life and service to his country will be held Monday, at 1 p.m., Memorial Day, at the Johnston Presbyterian Church....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Dolly Annette Harpe Halford; and siblings Albert Harold Halford and Fannie Mae Halford Fox Miles in this compilation
His HALFORD lineage, in part from RootsWeb.com Family Tree “Halford: Southern US“ by Michael Kruse: George Burton 1925 SC1, George Washington 1871 SC2, Washington 1833 SC3, William Richard 1796 SC4, Achillis 1754 VA5.
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GEORGE HUGENE ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Tuesday, 4 September 1973
GEORGETOWN—George H. Alford, 44, of North Charleston, formerly of Georgetown, died Monday [September 3] in a Charleston hospital.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Mayer Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was born in Georgetown County, Feb. 23, 1929, a son of Mrs. Lillie Idell Finklea Alford and the late William Capers Alford. He lived in Georgetown for many years and recently lived in North Charleston where he was a pipefitter at the Naval Shipyard. He was a Methodist.
Surviving are his mother of Georgetown; three brothers, Clyde A. Alford of Mount Pleasant, Capers W. Alford of Andrews and William C. Alford of Georgetown; two sisters, Mrs. Myrtle A. McConnell and Mrs. Ruth A. Hansen, both of Georgetown.
Photo from Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that George Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 20 Feb 1930 [different than obituary] and died _____ Sept 1973, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his parents, William Capers Alford and Lillie Finklea Alford; and siblings Capers Washington Alford, Clyde Albert Alford, Myrtle Juliette Alford McConnell, Ruth Christine Alford Hansen, Thomas Adey Alford, and William Cole Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Daniel Benjamin Alford in Florida Obituaries.
George H. Alford is age 1 on the 1930 census, Sampit, Georgetown Co., SC, so it is probable that the gravestone birth date is incorrect. George’s middle initial on the gravestone is probably also incorrect—he is listed as George Hugene Alford in his mother’s obituary.
His lineage: George Hugene 1929 SC1, William Capers 1877 SC2, Bryant W. 1842 SC3.
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GEORGE LITTLES ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 9 December 2014
MARION—George Littles Alford, 69, died Sunday, December 7, 2014 at home after an illness. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at Richardson Funeral Home….
Mr. Alford was born in Marion, a son of the late Littles and Ethel Strickland Alford. He was a veteran of the US Army. Also, he was a machinist as well as a tool and die maker. Mr. Alford was a Methodist by faith.
Surviving are his wife, Mary Frances Cook Alford, of the home; son, George L. Alford, Jr. of Marion; daughter, Jeanna Lynn Alford Horne and her husband, Lawrence Dean Horne of Marion; sisters, Myrtle Garrett of Marion and Carolyn Alford of Mullins; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren….
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his mother, Ethel Strickland Alford; and paternal grandparents, Doctor Larie “Dock” Alford and Colie Jackson Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: George Littles 1945 SC1, Littles 1914 SC2, Doctor Larie “Dock” 1892 SC3, John Robeson 1852 SC4, Arthur 1803 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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GEORGE LOYD ALFORD, JR.
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 25 July 2002
ROCK HILL—Services for George Loyd Alford Jr., 53, will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Greene Funeral Home, Downtown Chapel, with burial in Laurelwood Cemetery….
Mr. Alford died July 22, 2002. Born in Rock Hill, he was a son of the late George Alford Sr. and the late Mae Alford. He was a U.S. Army veteran.
Surviving are wife, Susan Alford; son, Scott Alford; daughters, Sondra Gladden, Hailey Gregory; stepson, Kenneth Gregory; stepdaughter, Shannon Gregory; brother, Earl Alford; three grandchildren.
Photos from Laurelwood Cemetery, Rock Hill, York Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Rick and Kathy Wright
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that George L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 26 July 1948.
See the obituary of his wife, Susan Ferrell Gregory Alford, in this compilation.
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GEORGE ROBERT ALFORD, SR.
Father of George Robert Alford, Jr., AAFA #1412
Uncle of Harper Shelton Alford, AAFA #1487
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 25 March 1999
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
RIDGELAND [Jasper Co.]—George Robert Alford, 88, a retired school administrator, died Wednesday at a Beaufort hospital. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Ridgeland Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Sauls Funeral Home, will be in Ridgeland Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Dillon County, a son of Leroy B. Alford and Sarah Reaves Alford. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. He was a graduate of Dillon High School, the University of Oklahoma with bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of South Carolina. He attended Harvard University.
Mr. Alford was a former elementary and high school principal and superintendent of schools with Dillon County. He was a former superintendent with Jasper County. He was a retired area superintendent with Horry County. He was a member of the S.C. Education Association, the National Education Association and American Association of School Administrators. He was named in the Who’s Who in American Educational Administration. He was a former president of Dillon and Jasper county Education Associations, the executive committee of the S.C. Association of School Administrators and the 6th District S.C. High School Leagues.
Mr. Alford was a member and former president of Lions International in Dillon, Lake View, Ridgeland and Loris. He was a Mason, a past master and Grand Marshall of the Grand Lodge of South Carolina, a Grand Representative of the United Grand Lodge of England In and Near the Grand Lodge of South Carolina and a member of the American Legion.
He was vice-chairman of the first Board of Directors of Sergeant Jasper Golf Course and Country Club. He was an active member of Ridgeland Baptist Church and the widower of Lucy Hall Alford.
Surviving are a daughter, Sarah Ann Horton of Hampton; a son, G. Robert Alford Jr. of Mount Pleasant; and four grandchildren.
In another article:
SAVANNAH MORNING NEWS
Savannah, Chatham Co., GA—Saturday, 26 March 1999
RIDGELAND [Jasper Co., SC]—George Robert Alford Sr., 88, died March 24 at Beaufort Memorial Hospital in Beaufort.
He was born in Dillon County and was the widower of Lucy Hall Alford. He graduated from Dillon High School and received a bachelor of science degree from the University of Oklahoma and a master of education degree from the University of South Carolina. He was a school administrator for 39 years.
He served as elementary and high school principal and as superintendent of schools in Dillon County for 23 years and also as superintendent in Jasper County for seven years. He retired after nine years as area superintendent in Horry County and was a member of the South Carolina Education Association, National Education Association and American Association of School Administrators. He served as president of Dillon County and Jasper County education associations and on the executive committee of the South Carolina Association of School Administrators. He also served as president of the 6th District South Carolina High School League.
He was a member of Lions International for 62 years, serving as president of the Dillon, Lake View, Ridgeland and Loris Lions Clubs. He was a Mason for 50 years, a past master and grand marshal of Grand Lodge of South Carolina, and held other high-ranking positions in the Masons. He was also a life member of the American Legion. He served in the Navy during World War II. He was a Baptist and served as Sunday School teacher and deacon in the four churches he attended.
SURVIVORS: a daughter, Sarah Ann Horton of Hampton; a son, G. Robert Alford Jr. of Mount Pleasant; and four grandchildren….
Photos from Ridgeland Cemetery, Ridgeland, Jasper Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Carleton Sanders
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that George R. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 25 May 1910 and died 24 March 1999.
See the obituaries of his wife, Lucy Dixon “Dickie” Hall Alford; and parents, Leroy Bertram Alford and Sallie Singleton Reaves Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his brothers David Bright Alford Sr. and Leonard Bertram Alford in Virginia Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: George Robert 1910 SC1, Leroy Bertram 1870 NC2, David 1836 NC3, Sion 1796 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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GEORGE W. ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Thursday, 13 April 2000
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
The Rev. George W. Alford, 82, of 310 Lakeview Circle, died April 11, 2000, at his residence.
A native of Dyersburg, Tenn., he was a son of the late Noah Percy and Lucy Mustain Alford, a member of the Greer Church of God and a retired Church of God minister.
Rev. Alford was ordained minister with the Church of God, Cleveland, Tenn., on May 27, 1948. His Pastorates include York Church of God, Fort Mill Church of God and Greer Church of God.
His general church appointments were: Member of the General Executive Council, State Overseer of Colorado/Wyoming, World Missions Field Representative and he was a member of the World Missions Board.
Other positions include State Director of Evangelism and Home Missions, South Carolina; member of South Carolina Church of god State Council; Speaker of Conferences and Conventions in USA and Foreign Countries and Evangelist.
Surviving are one sister, Velma Sanders of Dyersburg, Tenn.; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Praise Cathedral Church of God, Greer….
Funeral services will be held in Dyersburg, Tenn., Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m., with burial to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at J.W. Curry and Son Funeral Home, Dyersburg, Tenn….
Photos from Fairview Cemetery, Dyersburg, Dyer Co., TN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mother’s Hands
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that George W. Alford (SS# issued in TN) was born 27 February 1918, last residence Mauldin, Greenville Co.
We included the obituaries of his brother Buford Lee Alford in Florida Obituaries; and of his sister Velma Alford Sanders in Tennessee Obituaries.
From:
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Friday, 11 November 1966
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Elkanah Andrew Alford 1844 TN – 1918 TN.
His lineage: George W. 1918 TN1, Noah Percy 1888 TN2, Elkanah 1844 TN3.
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GEORGE WASHINGTON ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 19 February 1926
Another death reported Sunday afternoon was that of a Mr. Alford of near Conway. It was said that Mr. Alford has been quite ill for some time and his death was not unexpected.
He leaves a large family.
Photos from Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted through C. Plaisance, with credit given to Horry County Historic Cemetery Registration Project
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Amelia Ray Alford; son Colon L. Alford; father, Ashley Levi Alford Sr.; and brothers Ashley Levi Alford Jr. and Jesse James Alford in this compilation.
On Geo. Wash. Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 40, a farmer employed byJ.W. Alford, living in Allsbrook, Horry Co., SC. He provides his birth date and names his wifeAmelia Alford as his nearest relative.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: George Washington 1877 SC1, Ashley Levi 1842 SC2, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC3, John B. 1780 NC4, William 1760 NC5.
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GEORGE WESLEY ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 10 September 2016
N. CHARLESTON—George Wesley Alford, 60, husband of Teresa Livesay Alford, of North Charleston, SC passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2016. A Memorial Service will be Wednesday morning, September 14, 2016 at 11 o’clock in Parks Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Summerville Cemetery….
George was born March 2, 1956 in Conway, SC, a son of Hubert H. Alford and Thorene Elizabeth Rabon Alford. He was the owner of AAA Tire Service and was an outstanding member of APA-National Pool Association, “Bustem Loose.”
In addition to his wife, Teresa of North Charleston, George leaves behind his son, George Wesley Alford, Jr. (Crystal Grooms) of Summerville; four daughters, Ellen Manus (Trey) of Summerville, Jessica Jones (Jason) of Hampton, VA, Allison Alford, and Lacey Alford, both of North Charleston; two brothers, Gary Alford (Robin Shadwick) of Ladson, and Clayton Alford (Jackie), of TX; a sister, Josephine Hill (Alan) of Bonneau; six grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his parents, Hubert and Thorene Alford.
Arrangements by Parks Funeral Home, 130 W. 1st North Street, Summerville, SC 29483….
Photo from Summerville Cemetery & Mausoleum, Summerville, Dorchester Co., SC—www.findagrave.comPermission granted by the photographer, camposanto
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his father, Hubert H. Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: George Wesley 1956 SC1, Hubert H. 1924 SC2, Ely Mitchell 1896 SC3, Lewis H. 1868 SC4, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC5, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC6, John B. 1780 NC7, William 1760 NC8.
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GEORGIA DEAN ELVINGTON ALFORD JOHNSON
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 28 May 2014
NICHOLS—Mrs. Georgia Dean Elvington Johnson of Nichols, SC died Monday, May 26, 2014 after an illness. She was seventy six years old.
Mrs. Johnson was born in Dillon County, the daughter of the late George Harvey and Kate Marlow Elvington. She was formerly of Oak Grove Freewill Baptist Church in Conway, SC and a member of Fork Baptist Church of Fork, SC.
A funeral service will be Friday, May 30, 2014 at 3:00 pm at Fork Baptist Church, with burial to follow at Elvington Cemetery of Lake View. The family will receive friends Thursday, May 29, 2014 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Cooke Funeral Home of Lake View.
Surviving are her son, George Alford (Anna) of Lake View; three daughters, Sheila Cook (Billy) and Cindy Williamson (Eddie) of the home; Tonya Baker (Billy Wayne) of Myrtle Beach, SC; brother, Robert “Skin” Gray (Lisa) of Hamer, SC; brother in law, Jimmy Ray Johnson (Pat) of Aynor, SC; sister in law, Mary Eloise Yaggi of Port Royal, SC; twelve grandchildren, six great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and special long term friend Pat Nobles.
She was predeceased by her husband, K.W. Johnson and former husband, H.B. Alford.
Mrs. Johnson retired from AVM, Industries and was very active in her Women’s Sunday School Class. She loved her flowers, family reunions and her God. She took good care of her family, friends, and special acquaintances. Mrs. Johnson loved and was loved by many.
Photo from Elvington Cemetery, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, DC Cem Hunter
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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GERALDINE REYNOLDS ALFORD
Photo from Johnson Funeral Home
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 10 April 2018
GALIVANTS FERRY—Mrs. Geraldine R. Alford, age 83 wife of the late James W. Alford, passed away April 8, 2018 at McLeod Hospice House.
Mrs. Alford was born January 9, 1935 a daughter of the late Harmon Morgan and Bertha Mae Lupo Reynolds. She was a member of Pisgah United Methodist Church and was predeceased by a son, James William Alford Jr., four brothers, Gary Odell Reynolds, S.M. Reynolds, R.J. Reynolds, Travis Reynolds, and two sisters, Daisy Lee Cook and Mary E. Gore.
Mrs. Alford is survived by one son, Hollis Duane Alford of Seneca, SC, two daughters, Belinda Hucks (Kenneth) of Galivants Ferry, Gloria Ann Todd (Legrand) of Galivants Ferry, one brother, one sister, Lois Mae Morrow of Effingham, four grandchildren, Tim Hucks of Aynor, Stacy Freeman of Galivants Ferry, Holly Alford of Seneca, Jonathan Alford of Green Sea, and six great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Tuesday April 10, 2018 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Johnson Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday April 11, 2018 at Pisgah United Methodist Church…. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, James William Alford Sr., in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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GERTIE ALFORD DIX
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 14 August 2010
CONWAY—Gertie Alford Dix, 95, died Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at Mullins Nursing Center.
She was born December 17, 1914 in Horry County, a daughter of the late James Fred and Laura Allen Alford.
In additions to her parents, she was also pre-deceased by her husband, Willard Dix; two sons, Billy and Roger Dix; one grandson, Jack Dix; two brothers, Buddy and Donnie Alford and one sister, Doris Cooper.
Gertie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother, her family meant everything to her. She enjoyed meeting and helping others. Gertie loved quilting, sewing and working with her hands.
Mrs. Dix is survived by one son, Eugene “Gene” Dix of Conway; one daughter, Linda Dix Collins (Edward) of Conway; two sisters, Geraldine Sellers of Conway and Letha Graham of Marion; a special cousin, Mary Powell; six grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; several great-great grandchildren and many other family and friends who will miss her.
The family received friends at Watson Funeral Services from 6:00 pm till 8:00 pm Friday, August 13, 2010. Funeral Services will be held 2pm Saturday, August 14, 2010 at Watson Funeral Services Chapel….
Burial will follow at Pisgah Methodist Church Cemetery.
The Dix family would like to thank all the staff at Mullins Nursing Center for all the love and care they provided to Gertie while she was in their care….
Photo from Pisgah United Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Gertie Alford Dix (SS# issued in SC), last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituary of her parents, James Fred Alford and Laura Allen Alford; and sister and Doris L. Alford Cooper in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Donnie Leaneau Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Gertie 1914 SC1, James Fred 1888 SC2, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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GERTRUDE JORDAN THORPE HALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 14 October 2005
MYRTLE BEACH—Mrs. Gertrude J. Thorpe Halford, 86, widow of Joseph Halford, died Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005 at Conway Medical Center after an extended illness.
Mrs. Halford was born in Florence County, the daughter of the late Joel B. and Irene Matthews Jordan. She was a member of Midway Baptist Church.
Survivors include one daughter, Jan Renau of Asheville, N.C.; one son, Allen Thorpe of Jonesboro, Ga.; two grandchildren, James and Kimberly Thorpe of Jonesboro, Ga.; and one great-grandchild, Jordan Thorpe of Jonesboro, Ga.
She was predeceased by her first husband, Sherwood A. Thorpe and a daughter, Thana Rhea Thorpe of Myrtle Beach.
Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, 2005 in the Brockington Funeral Home Chapel, Lake City, with burial in the Lake City Cemetery….
Photo from Lake City Cemetery, Lake City, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Remember me
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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GERTRUDE ROBERTS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 24 January 2014
MULLINS—Gertrude Roberts Alford, 86, of Mullins died Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at Carolinas Hospital System in Marion. She was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Hannibal H. and Sallie Stroud Roberts.
Mrs. Alford was predeceased by her husband, Lonnie Dolphus Alford.
She is survived by one son, Chandis (Barbara Anne) Alford of Summerville; four daughters, Wanda (Scott) Poindexter of Timmonsville, Heide (Worth) Johnson of Pawleys Island, Rhonda (Tim) Glancy of North Myrtle Beach, and Kim (Perry) Singleton of Conway; ten grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 25, 2014 at Meares Funeral Home in Mullins. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 11:00 a.m., Saturday in the chapel of the funeral home with burial at Red Hill Memorial Gardens….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Gertrude R. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 13 Dec 1927, last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her husband, Lonnie Dolphus Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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GILBERT GREY ALFORD
NEWS & RECORD
Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC—Friday, 20 March 1992
Gilbert Grey Alford, 84, of Horry County died Wednesday, March 18, 1992, at Conway Hospital.
Funeral will be at 3 p.m. today at Greenwood Baptist Church, of which he was a member. Burial will be in State Branch Cemetery.
A native of Horry County, he was an honorary deacon at his church and a retired farmer.
Surviving are wife, Mrs. Vera Herring Alford; sons, Lanier Alford, Tommy Alford, Myron Alford, all of Conway, Joe Alford, Wendell Alford, both of Baltimore; daughters, Mrs. Yvonne Thompson of Sophia, N.C., Mrs. Gladys Allen, Mrs. Sherry Joyner, both of Conway; sisters, Mrs. Lucy V. Brown of Conway, Mrs. Mamie Owens of Greensboro, N.C.; 17 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren....
Goldfinch Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Photo from State Branch Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Chuck Mull
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Gilbert G. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 23 Sept 1907, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his wife, Vera Hope Herring Alford; son Edward Gray Alford; mother, Lucy Armenta Watts Alford; his granddaughter Tammy Renee Alford; and his siblings Morris McGee Alford, Parker Heyward Alford Sr., Pennie Laurine Alford Brown, and Prudence Bertha Alford Williams Goodwin Eassy in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his sister Mamie Estelle Alford Owens in North Carolina Obituaries; and his brother Lloyd Mason Alford in Maryland Obituaries.
Gilbert was the brother of the late Lewis Emerson “L.E.” Alford, who donated to AAFA much of the data we have on South Carolina Alfords. L.E. died before AAFA was established, but he subscribed to About Alfords.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Gilbert Grey 1907 SC1, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC2, Harrison 1843 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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GLADYS JEWELL HOOKS ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Saturday, 14 April 2007
COLUMBIA [Richland Co.]—Gladys Jewell Hooks Alford, 85, died Wednesday [April 11] after a short illness.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Meares Funeral Home. Graveside service is 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Devotion Gardens.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Gladys Jewell Hooks Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 18 October 1921.
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GLENN COOK ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 24 May 1983
Name: Glenn Cook Alford
Parents: James (Babe) and Lillie Mae Skipper Cook
Spouse: Berry C. Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 84
Place of Birth: Horry County
Date of Death: Friday [May 20]
Place of Burial: Gethsemane Cemetery
Photos from Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Glenn Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 2 July 1898 and died _____ May 1983, last residence Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Berry Coleman Alford; and children Arthur Laneau Alford, Billy F. Alford, H.B. Alford, Leatha Alford Beaver, Edna Alford Gerrald, and Annie Alma Alford Elvington in this compilation.
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GLORIA ALFORD MCGONNELL
ISLAND PACKET
Hilton Head Island, Beaufort Co., SC—Tuesday, 3 December 2013
Gloria Alford McGonnell was born July 28, 1953 in Claxton, GA and passed away on November 30, 2013 at her home in Beaufort, SC, after a warrior’s battle with cancer. Beloved wife, best friend, mother and sister, you will forever be in our hearts and minds.
She is survived by her husband David McGonnell of Beaufort, SC, two daughters; Danielle Watts of Beaufort, SC and Lauren Perez of Alexandria, VA; her sister Doris Thomson of Hinesville, GA and three brothers; Johnny Alford of Claxton, GA, Elliot Alford of Searcy, AR and Jerry Alford of Lavonia, GA.
Visitation will be held Thursday December 5, 2013 from 1 PM - 3 PM at Anderson Funeral Home with a funeral service following at 3 PM. Private interment will be in Beaufort National Cemetery.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the American Cancer Society….
Photo from Beaufort National Cemetery, Beaufort, Beaufort Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Judy Birchenough
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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GLORIA M. BURDETTE SPROUSE ALFORD
ANDERSON INDEPENDENT-MAIL
Anderson, Anderson Co., SC—Saturday, 11 October 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
May 13, 1929 – Oct. 9, 2003
ANDERSON—Gloria Sprouse Alford, 74, of 305 Beaty Square died Thursday, Oct. 9, 2003, at Briarwood Nursing Center, Simpsonville.
Born in Hart County, Ga., she was a member of Salem Baptist Church and was retired from Wamsutta Mills.
Surviving are son, Richard Sprouse of Anderson; daughters, Ann Shore and Patsy Ellis, both of Anderson; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
She was the daughter of the late Harrison Burdette and Janie Hipps Burdette. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Austell Sprouse; and a half sister, Bessie Durham.
Services are at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at The McDougald Funeral Home...; burial will be in Salem Baptist Church cemetery, Anderson....
The family will be at the home of her daughter, Ann Shore, 303 Strawberry Lane, Anderson.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Gloria M. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
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GOLDAPHINE ALFORD ALLEN
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 23 July 1996
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Goldaphine Alford Allen, 61, died Monday, July 22, 1996, at McLeod Regional Medical Center after an illness.
Born Feb. 18, 1935, in Horry County, she was a daughter of the late Homer and Amelia Barnhill Alford.
She was a homemaker and a member of Antioch Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband, Qunice [sic] D. Allen; three sons, Phillip Allen of Rains, James Allen of Conway and Steven Allen of Thomasville, N.C.; three daughters, Sandra Mishoe of Conway, and Darlene Squires and Mary King, both of Aynor; five sisters, Izzie Parrott of Florence, Hazel Balliet of Conway, Ven Johnson of Tabor City, N.C., and Lin Lockhart and Carolyn Nobles, both of Aynor; two brothers, Menton Alford of Thomasville and Eddie Alford of Denton, N.C.; and 10 grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 7-9 tonight at Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
The funeral will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery in Galivants Ferry.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Homer Burroughs Alford and Amelia Viola “Melia” Barnhill Alford; and her siblings Freeman “D.L.” Alford, and Delly Mae Alford Jones Rabon in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Eddie D. Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Goldaphine 1935 SC1, Homer Burroughs 1898 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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GRACE ALFORD HERRING
Sister of Gladys Alford Everhardt, AAFA #0273
Photo from her Find A Grave memorial
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 11 November 2012
DILLON—Mrs. Grace Alford Herring, 90, widow of Joseph D. Herring entered into rest on November 10, 2012…. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral services on Monday, November 12, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the chapel of Cooper Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery.
Mrs. Herring was born March 25, 1922, in the Cedar Creek section of Horry County. She was one of four daughters and two sons born to William Gordon and Reba Willoughby Alford. She was of the protestant faith. She was a 1940 graduate of Dillon High School. She began her career in Dillon where she was secretary to Superintendant J.V. Martin, who taught her that anything could be done, that she could do it accurately and on time. Later she was secretary to C.C. Thomas, Jr., Clerk of Court. From 1960-1976 she and her husband operated Joe Herring Appliance and Furniture. In 1977, she retired from Dillon County Farm Bureau.
Surviving Mrs. Herring are James M. (Cindy) Herring of Dillon, and Robert K. (Gail) Herring of Elizabeth City, NC; two sisters, Bernice A. Summerlin of Dillon and Juanice A. Terry of Florence, SC; one brother, Malcolm H. Alford of Dillon; nieces, Janet Everhardt Windham (Chuck), Vicki Alford Jarvi (Dennis), Donna Summerlin Everett (Jeff), Tina Summerlin, Melissa Terry Stallard (Roger), Bonnie H. Reid, Patricia H. Page, Sandy J. Truax, Susan J. Turner, and Becky T. Poston (Robert); nephews, John C. Alford, Jr., Jack C. (Darlene) Alford, Joe C. (Sandy) Summerlin, Jr., Stan (Donia) Terry, Duane Terry, Steve (Joy) and Billy Herring, Ricky (Lynn) Jackson, Kenny (Denise) and Darryl Taylor, and Danny (Sara) Price.
Mrs. Herring was predeceased by her sister, Gladys A. Everhardt; her brother, John Carlie Alford; two nephews, Ezra L. Herring, Jr. (Butch), Danny Everhardt, and Russell Taylor; nieces, Debbie Kinsey, and Diane Price; and one great niece, Lisa Redd.
Photo from Greenlawn Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, William Gordon Alford and Reba Willoughby Alford; brother John Carlie Alford; and half-sister Mary Jeannette Alford Kirton Cannon in this compilation. We included the obituary of her sister Gladys Alford Everhardt in Georgia Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Grace 1922 SC1, William Gordon 1899 SC2, Joseph Preston 1877 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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GRAHAM BROWN ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 14 January 1959
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Graham Brown Alford, 75, died Monday at Frevir Infirmary in Clio after a declining health of several years. He was the son of the late James W. and Martha Smith Alford of Dillon County.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. at Carolina Presbyterian Church... and burial in the church cemetery....
He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Martha Usher Alford; one son, Neil Edward Alford of the home; one daughter, Mrs. Polly Grubb of Dillon; one brother, Dan Alford, Clio; three sisters, Mrs. Flora Larkin, Laurinburg; Mrs. Fannie [Mary Frances] Weatherly, Minturn; Mrs. Nora Atkinson, Clio; four grandchildren.
Photos from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his son Neil Edward Alford; and his half-siblings Daniel Alexander Alford, Nora Alford Atkinson, Harriett Alford Smith, and Mary Frances Alford Weatherly in this compilation.
1900 CENSUS
Harleesville (District 71), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #138:
James Alford head 57 b. Dec 1842 SC SC NC married 20 years farmer
Martha wife 44 b. Nov 1855 SC SC SC 8 children, 4 living
Flora dau 19 b. Nov 1881 SC SC SC
Graham son 16 b. Oct 1883 SC SC SC
Ruth dau 6 b. Sept 1893 SC SC SC
Donald son 10/12 b. July 1899 SC SC SC
Buried next to each other in the Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Dillon Co., SC:
Martha Donald Smith 11/16/1855-10/12/1919
Wife of James W. Alford
James Wellington Alford 12/14/1842-4/25/1927
Also in Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, buried next to each other a short distance from Martha and James, are these children—Donald is listed with his parents on othe 1900 census and died shortly afterwards. The other 4 are no doubt the 4 deceased of Martha’s 8 children:
Donald Alford 7/23/1899-7/27/1900 aged 1year and 5 days
Small stone no dates or names
James Angus Alford 2/7/1885-12/7/1888 aged 3 years 1 month
Pearl Alford 3/10/1888-3/19/1888 age 9 days
Lillis Alford 8/3/1896-12/21/1897 aged 16 months and 18 days
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Graham Brown 1883 SC1, James Wellington 1842 SC2, Benjamin Lee 1808 NC3, Elias 1779 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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GROVER MCCLELLAN ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 13 March 1995
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
LORIS—Grover McClellan Alford, 84, a retired tobacco farmer, died Saturday [March 11] in a local hospital. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. today in Hardwick Funeral Home. Burial will be in Cane Branch Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Aynor, a son of Willie L. Alford and Effie Cannon Alford. He was a member of Cane Branch Baptist Church and was married to the late Mary Suggs Alford.
Surviving are a son, Edward Alford of Loris; a sister, Marie Register of Wilmington, N.C.; a grandchild; and four great-grandchildren.
Photo from Cane Branch Baptist Church Cemetery, Allsbrook, Horry Co, SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Grover M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 18 December 1910.
See the obituaries of his son, James Edward Alford; and brother Cecil Jerome Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Darcas Marie Alford Register in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Grover McClellan 1910 SC1, William Leslie 1888 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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GROVER THOMAS ALFORD
Conway, Horry Co., SC—_____ February 2018
G. Thomas Alford, 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family.
Thomas was born on April 12, 1936 in Conway, SC to the late Mattie Richardson Alford and Dewey Reaves Alford. Thomas was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. He was an active member and former Trustee of Jamestown Baptist Church. He served his country during the Korean War as a member of the United States Marine Corp. He was a former member of the Kiwanis Club of Conway. Thomas was employed with Palmetto Chevrolet for 15 years before becoming the owner and operator of Fourth Avenue Auto Center and Alford’s Towing Service for over 43 years. Thomas was a former Racecar Driver at the old Conway Raceway and Myrtle Beach Speedway and was an avid NASCAR fan. He also loved fishing, camping at Ocean Lakes, and his dogs, Butch, Max, and Repo.
He is preceded in death by two sisters, Virginia Reed of Augusta, GA and Ellen Allen of Conway, SC and one brother LeGrand Alford also of Conway, SC.
Thomas married the love of his life, Betty, on July 23, 1955. They were married 62 years, a match made in heaven and were devoted to each other for life.
He is survived by his wife, Betty B. Alford; one son Thomas (Tommy) Alford (Wanda) and two daughters, Regina Alford and Kim Bell (Mike) all from Conway, SC. Seven grandchildren; Christopher Bell of Conway, SC; Jade Feagin Nobles (Brandon) of Fort Mill, SC; Lauren Howard (Andrew) of Conway, SC; Thomas Alford III of Morganton, NC, Blake Feagin (Emily) of Conway, SC; Bradley Bell (Tori) of Conway, SC and Johnathan Bell also of Conway, SC; three great-grandchildren; Hayden Long, Brenton Long, and Raylen Grace Martinez; one brother; Frankie Alford; and a special friend of 55 years, John Nichols.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Jamestown Baptist Church.... Burial with Military Honors will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery…. Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his mother, Mattie Mae Richardson Alford; and brothers Frankie Reaves Alford, Jimmy Dale Alford, and Jimmy Legrand Alford in this compilation.
He is listed as Grover T. Alford on U.S. Marine Corps Muster Rolls (Ancestry).
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Grover Thomas 1936 SC1, Dewey Reaves 1903 SC2, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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H.B. ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 19 April 1984
NICHOLS—H.B. Alford, 53, machine operator with Asplundh Tree Trimming, Co., died Monday [April 16].
Born in Horry County, he was a son of the late Berry C. and Ann Glen Cook Alford.
Surviving are a son, George Berry Alford, Norfolk, Va.; daughters: Mrs. Billy (Shelia) Cook, Lake View, and Mrs. Glenn (Cindy) Brewer, Marion; brothers: Artis Alford, Galivants Ferry, and Billy Alford, Mullins; sisters: Mrs. Alma Elvington, Lake View; Mrs. Letha M. Beaver, Dillon; Mrs. Edna Gerald, Galivants Ferry; Mrs. Azile Smith, Clarksville, Tenn.; Mrs. Juanita Ariols, Waterbury, Conn.; grandchildren.
Services were held Wednesday at Meares Funeral Home with burial in Lake View Cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his father, Berry Coleman Alford, and siblings Annie Alma Alford Elvington, Arthur Laneau Alford, Billy F. Alford, Edna Alford Gerrald, and Leatha Alford Beaver in this compilation.
From U.S. Public Records Index (Ancestry): H.B. Alford was born 3 Feb 1931. He resided in Nichols, SC.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: H.B. 1931 SC1, Berry Coleman 1891 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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HALO NAKIA ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 5 March 2012
HOLLYWOOD, SC—Baby Girl Halo Nakia Alford, beloved daughter of Ms. Sesame Paige Alford and Mr. Kargiene Lamar Brown entered into eternal rest on March 2, 2012. The relatives and friends of Baby Girl Halo Nakia Alford and those of her parents, those of her sisters, Emerald Alford, Jordan Alford, the late Hannah Alford, those of her brother, Tayvahn Brown, grandparents, Minister Carolyn Alford and Charles Alford, Mrs. Alice Ancrum (the late Eddie Ancrum), great grandmother, Mrs. Elizabeth Lemon and Mrs. Blanche Alford, those of her uncles, aunts, cousins are invited to attend her funeral service on Tuesday, March 6, 2012, 1:00 PM at Faith Walk Ministries, 6054 Highway 162, Hollywood, SC. Rev. Charles Linnen, Pastor, Rev. Timothy B. Porter, Pastor, New Beginning Life Ministry, officiating.
Interment: Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Walker’s Mortuary, 3407 Old Pond Rd., Johns Island, SC….
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HANNAH MONAE ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Wednesday, 17 September 2008
Alford, Hannah—Entered into eternal rest on Sunday, September 14, 2008, Baby Angel Hannah Monae Alford, beloved daughter of Sesame Alford and Stanford Felder, beloved granddaughter of Ms. Carolyn Alford and Mr. Charles Alford (Marcia), Ms. Abbie Felder, and Mr. Jerod Moody, beloved sister of Emerald Alford, beloved goddaughter of Erica Porter and Nola Johnson.
The relatives and friends of Baby Angel Hannah Monae Alford and those of her parents, sister, grandparents, Godmother, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral services on Thursday, September 18, 2008, 1 p.m. at New Beginnings Life Ministry, 5060 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC….
Interment Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery, Parker’s Ferry Road, Adams Run, SC…. Final arrangements entrusted to the care of Walker’s Mortuary Chapel Of Peace, 3407 Old Pond Road, John’s Island, SC….
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HARLEE M. ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 25 October 1954
Photo from Mount Zion Baptist Church Cemetery, Loris, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rita Long
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his daughters Flossie Mae Alford Grainger and Sallie Jane Alford Woodward; and brother Sylvester Gilford Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Leon Harmon Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
His middle name is Manuel in his obituary. Ancestry family trees list it as Manford. No available records include his middle name.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Harlee M. 1874 SC1, Harrison 1843 SC2, Arthur 1803 SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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HARLEY LEVERNE ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 22 September 1974
Photo from Bakers Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his father, Walter Gary Alford; and siblings Clifford James Alford, Elliott Alford, and Naomi Alford Hucks Cannon; and half-sister Ann Gertrude Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #12.
His lineage: Harley Leverne 1926 SC1, Walter Gary 1895 SC2, Arthur S. 1857 SC3, Jess 1834 SC4, Jesse 1785 SC5.
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HARMON HEWLETT ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 30 May 2014
N. CHARLESTON—Harmon Hewlett Alford, 83, of North Charleston, SC, husband of Elizabeth Tennant Alford entered into eternal rest Wednesday, May 28, 2014. His funeral service with military honors will be held Thursday, June 5, 2014 in Ft. Jackson National Cemetery, Columbia, SC at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr Inc., Northwoods Chapel.
Harmon was born June 20, 1930 in Chester, SC, one of six children of the late Harmon Willis Alford and the late Mary Dennis Alford. He was a graduate of Clinton High School. Harmon, a decorated Air Force officer, served for 22 years and retired with the rank of Major.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Elizabeth Alford of North Charleston, SC; daughters, Leslie Moon and her husband Carl of Elberton, GA and Anne-Marie Johnson and her husband John of Watkinsville, GA; sister, Vivian Gardner of Sebring, FL; grandchildren: Michelle, Joshua and Sarah-Elisabeth; and his cat, Smokey.
He was preceded in death by four sisters.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Charleston, 4975 LaCross Road, Suite 200, North Charleston, SC 29406-6531. Memorials may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ Charleston.
Photo from Fort Jackson National Cemetery, Columbia, Richland Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rich Tinneny
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his father, Harmon Willis Alford; and sisters Marjorie Lenora Alford Cranford and Sarah Alford Shelton in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #10.
His lineage: Harmon Hewlett 1930 SC1, Harmon Willis 1879 NC2, Joseph H. 1839 VA3, Joseph 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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HARMON WILLIS ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Saturday, 11 August 1951
CLENTON [sic], Aug. 10—Harmon W. Alford, 71, died at his home on the Laurens Highway near Clinton late Thursday night [August 9] after a 12 months illness.
He was a native of Wadesboro [Anson Co.], N.C. But had made his home in Chester and Clinton for a number of years.
He was twice married. His first marriage was to Minnie Morris. To this union, two daughters survive, Mrs. Annie Mae Vaughn and Mrs. Harry L. Baker, both of Charlotte, N.C.
His second marriage was to Mary Dennis, who survives him with three daughters, Mrs. John Cranford of Fayetteville, N.C., Mrs. Fred Shelton of Clinton, Mrs. Russell Gardner of Fianna [?], Va.; and one son, Sgt. Hewlett Alford, U.S. Air Corps, Cal.; one brother and one sister, Frank L. Alford of Caroleen, N.C. and Mrs. Olivette Lowhon of Union and seven grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 4 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church…. Interment will be in Rosemont Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be J.B. Carson, J.B. Neal, Paul McCarley, O.C. Harris, Roy Sanders and Henry Lewis….
Photo from Rosemont Cemetery, Clinton, Laurens Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Labonte18
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his children Harmon Hewlett Alford, Marjorie Lenora Alford Cranford, and Sarah Alford Shelton in this compilation.
Harmon’s ancestor John 1773 VA married Margaret Alford 1774 VA, daughter of John 1735 Ireland6, so he has two Alford lines. See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #11.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #10.
His lineage: Harmon Willis 1879 NC1, Joseph H. 1839 VA2, Joseph 1802 VA3, John 1773 VA4, John 1732 VA5, John 1696 ??6.
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HAROLD BOOTH “BUCK” ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 21 February 1993
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 1993
MYRTLE BEACH [Horry Co.]—Harold B. “Buck” Alford, 65, a retired motel owner and operator, died Saturday [February 20] at his residence. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday in Goldfinch’s Beach Chapel. Burial with Masonic rites will be in Ocean Woods Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of Major Leamon Alford and Macy Louise Booth Alford. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and the Korean War. He was a life member and past master of Socastee Masonic Lodge No. 421 AFM and a member of Myrtle Beach Masonic Lodge No. 353 AFM. He was a knight commander, court of honor Scottish Rite Mason and a member of the York Rite and the Omar Shrine Temple… [article cut off here].
Photo from Ocean Woods Memorial Cemetery, Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, dora brown
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Harold B. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 3 Dec 1927.
See the obituary of his wife, Ruth Ard Alford, in this compilation.
From SSACI: Harold Booth Alford was born 3 Dec 1927 in Conway, SC, son of Major L. Alford and Macy Booth.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Harold Booth 1927 SC1, Major Leamon 1901 SC2, John W. 1870 SC3, Ashley Levi 1842 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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HAROLD DEWAYNE HALFORD
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Wednesday, 25 June 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
GAFFNEY [Cherokee Co.]—Mr. Harold DeWayne Halford, 41, of 412 Barclay Avenue, Gaffney, died on June 24, 2003, at his residence.
A native of Gaffney and the son of the late Hull and Lillie Bell Frady, he was an employee of Triangle Ice Company and was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his adoptive parents, Robert Blain Halford and Nannie Lou Halford; sisters, Vicky Halford Mathis of Cowpens, South Carolina, Diane Halford of Gaffney, and Sharon Lynn Spencer of Gaffney; brothers, Jessie Dean Ray of Wateree, South Carolina and Gary Scott Frady of Gaffney; maternal grandmother, Inez Crow of Gaffney; and nine nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held on Friday, June 27, at Shurford-Hatcher Funeral Home. Interment was in Frederick Memorial Gardens.
In another article:
GAFFNEY LEDGER
Gaffney, Cherokee Co., SC—Friday, 27 June 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
Harold DeWayne Halford, 41, of 412 Barclay Ave. in Gaffney, died Tuesday, June 24, 2003 at his residence.
Born in Gaffney, he was the son of the late Hull Frady and the late Lillie Bell Frady.
He was an employee of Triangle Ice Co. and was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by his adoptive parents, Robert Blain Halford and Nannie Lou Halford; three sisters, Vickey Halford Mathis of Cowpens, and Diane Halford and Sharon Lynn Spencer of Gaffney; two brothers, Jessie Dean Ray of Wateree, S.C. and Gary Scott Frady of Gaffney; a grandmother, Inez Crow of Gaffney; nine nieces and nine nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandfather, Jessie Dean Crow.
…. Services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at Shuford-Hatcher Chapel....
Pallbearers will be: David Herrin, Kenny Herrin, Chip Granger, Timothy Smith, David Jones and Shane Granger.... Memorials may be made to: The American Cancer Society....
In another article:
GAFFNEY LEDGER
Gaffney, Cherokee Co., SC—Wednesday, 25 June 2003
Harold DeWayne Halford, 41, of 412 Barclay Ave., died Tuesday, June 24, 2003, at his residence.
Born in Gaffney, he was the son of Lillie Bell Frady and stepson of the late Hull Frady. He was employed by Triangle Ice Company and was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving are his adoptive parents, Robert Blain Halford and Nannie Lou Halford; three sisters, Vicky Halford Mathis of Cowpens, Diane Halford and Sharon Lynn Spencer, both of Gaffney; two brothers, Jessie Dean Ray of Wateree and Gary Scott Frady of Gaffney; maternal grandmother, Inez Crow of Gaffney; nine nieces and nine nephews.
Mr. Halford was also preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Jessie Dean Crow....
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.... Arrangements by Shuford-Hatcher Funeral Home.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Harold D. Halford (SS# issued in SC) was born 4 November 1961, last residence Gaffney, Cherokee Co.
See the obituaries of his adoptive parents, Robert Blain Halford and Nannie Lou Whelchel Halford, in this compilation.
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HARRIETT “HATTIE” ALFORD SMITH
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 20 March 1957
Photos from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her siblings Daniel Alexander Alford, Nora Alford Atkinson, Graham Brown Alford, and Mary Frances Alford Weatherly in this compilation.
1900 CENSUS
Harleesville (District 71), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #45:
Angus Smith head 40 b. March 1860 NC SC NC married 12 years farmer
Hattie wife 30 b. Sept 1869 SC SC SC 5 children, 5 living
Willie son 10 b. July 1889 SC NC SC
Alexander son 8 b. Dec 1891 SC NC SC
Leola dau 6 b. March 1894 SC NC SC
Clayton son 3 b. Apr 1897 SC NC SC
Babe son 1/12 b. Apr 1900 SC NC SC
Willie Smith sister 24 b. Dec 1875 SC SC NC
Dan Alford bro-in-law 25 b. July 1874 SC SC SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Harriet 1869 SC1, James Wellington 1842 SC2, Benjamin Lee 1808 NC3, Elias 1779 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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HARRIETT ELIZABETH “BETTY” COVINGTON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 16 July 1977
Mrs. Betty Covington Alford, 54, a retired school teacher... died Thursday in a Florence hospital after a long illness.
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday in McDougal Funeral Chapel in Laurinburg [Scotland Co.], N.C. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born in Laurinburg, N.C. a daughter of the late Quinn and Susan Lindsay Alford [sic—should be Covington; see her birth record]. She was a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She had taught school in High Point, N.C., and East Laurinburg, N.C. She had been a resident of Florence for the past 22 years.
Surviving are her husband, Rufus J. Alford of Florence; two sons, Rufus Alford Jr. and Quinn Alford, both of Florence; and a daughter, Miss Susan Alford of Florence.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
Harriett Elizabeth Covington was b. 4 Nov 1922 in Scotland Co., NC, the daughter of Henry Quinn Covington and Susie Lindsay Covington [North Carolina Birth Index, 1800–2000 (Ancestry)].
Her husband is Rufus J. Alford, b. 17 July 1922, who d. 12 Aug 1993, last residence Florence, Florence Co., SC [SSDI, # issued in NC].
Rufus John Alford was b. 17 July 1922 in Pitt Co., NC, the son of Frank Alford and Ida Godley [North Carolina Birth Index, 1800–2000 (Ancestry)].
Rufus John Alford served on the Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. Hornet from 1942–1945 [WWII U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Muster Rolls, 1939–1949 (Ancestry)].
Children of Rufus John Alford and Harriet E. Covington, all b. in Scotland Co., NC [North Carolina Birth Index, 1800–2000 (Ancestry)]:
Rufus John Alford, Jr. 22 July 1948
Quinn Covington Alford 25 Aug 1950
Virginia Susan Alford 21 Aug 1954
1930 CENSUS
Spring Hill (District 4), Scotland Co., NC, Dwelling #36:
Frank Alford head 41 NC NC NC age 25 at 1st marriage
auto repair shop proprietor
Ida wife 40 NC NC NC age 24 at 1st marriage
Hazel dau 13 NC NC NC
Frank Jr. son 11 NC NC NC
Rufus son 7 NC NC NC
Mary F. dau 4 NC NC NC
Wilson son 2 NC NC NC
1920 CENSUS
Stewartsville (District 139), Scotland Co., NC, Dwelling #269:
Frank N. Alford head/boarder 30 NC NC NC garage mechanic
Ida V. boarder 29 NC NC NC dressmaker
Hazel R. roomer 3-6/12 NC NC NC
Noah F. roomer 10/12 NC NC NC
Next door is the family of Grover C. Gaddy, age 32 b. NC, possibly Ida’s brother.
Children of Noah Franklin Alford and Ida Virginia Gaddy [North Carolina Birth Index, 1800–2000 (Ancestry)]:
Edith Elizabeth Alford 4 Mar 1915 Scotland Co.
Noah Franklin Alford, Jr. 27 Feb 1919 Richmond Co.
Wilson DeBerry Alford 11 Nov 1927 Moore Co.
Noah Franklin Alford, born 30 June 1888 in Columbus Co., NC. He died of a diabetic coma on 4 March 1934 in Laurinburg, Scotland Co., NC, age 45. His wife was Ida Alford, his father was Noah W. Alford, and his mother was Rebecca J. Skipper. He is buried in Hillside Cemetery. [North Carolina Death Certificates, 1909–1975 (Ancestry)]
Noah W. Alford, b. 9 Sept 1859, d. of a cerebral hemorrhage 28 June 1937 in Ransom, Columbus Co., NC. His parents are “unknown.” He is buried in Union Cemetery in Columbus Co., NC. Alfords buried in Union Grove Pentecostal Freewill Baptist (PFWB) Church Cemetery:
012 Sarah Alford, Born Feb 1808, Died Nov 1900,
017 Rufus W. son of Noah and Rebecca Alford, Born May 3, 1894, killed in France Sept 11, 1918, Co. E 117th Engineers
018 Wm. Nash Alford, Apr 19, 1880 - Oct 27, 1923
021 Alford, Rebecca Jane [Skipper] wife of N W Alford, Feb 8, 1855 - July 5, 1929
022 Alford, Noah W., Sep 9, 1859 - June 28, 1937
For more information on this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Samuel Alford born Feb 1812 SC.
Her husband’s lineage: Rufus John 1922 NC1, Noah Franklin 1888 NC2, Noah Wellington 1859 NC3, unknown4, Samuel 1812 SC5.
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HARRIET ONELIA ALFORD OSTEEN
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 15 January 1942
At six o’clock Wednesday evening, January 7th, Mrs. Phil Osteen passed away at McLeod’s Infirmary in Florence, after a four day illness, suffered from a stroke, from which she never regained consciousness.
Mrs. Osteen was born near Little Rock, a daughter of the late Daniel W. Alford and Betty Water Alford. The family moved to Dillon during her girlhood and it was here she met and married Phil Osteen on December 27th 1906.
After her graduation from high school she taught in one of the rural schools near Little Rock. For a number of years she, along with her sister, Miss Nina Alford, operated a ladies dress shop in Dillon, during which time she made many warm friends.
The deceased is survived by her husband, and an only son, LaVal Osteen; a sister Miss Nina Alford; two brothers, Pierce and Augustus Alford and two grandchildren all of Dillon.
Funeral services were held from the late residence at three o’clock Thursday afternoon…. Interment was in Riverside cemetery. A large concourse of relatives and friends witnessed the last sad rites and the many and beautiful floral offerings bore mute testimony to the love and esteem in which Mrs. Osteen was held.
Pallbearers were cousins of the deceased; Manton Alford, Laurinburg, Earle Alford, James L. Alford, J. Gaddy, of Sumter, Jewell McLaurin and Knox Alford of Dillon.
Those from out-of-town attending he funeral were Duncan Alford, Spartanburg; Mrs. Tom Madden, Columbia; Mr. W. G. Wilson, Mrs. Rhetta Halsall and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Halsall, all of Camden; Mr. W.C. Peeler, Columbia; Mrs. and Mrs. Gus Walters and son, Florence, Mrs. Bob Davidson, Florence; Mr. and Mrs. W.F. McMillan, Cheraw.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, Daniel Warren Alford (with census records) and Elizabeth F. “Bettie” Walter Alford; and her siblings Adfull Pierce Alford, James Augustus Alford, and Addie Anina “Nina” Alford in this compilation.
From SC Deaths: Harriet Alford Osteen’s death certificate confirms her death date but lists her birth on 3 July 1880, the daughter of Daniel Alford and Betty Walters.
Riverside Cemetery records list, in the same plot with Harriet’s son Laval Osteen and her siblings Addie Anina and Adfull Pierce:
Phillip L. Osteen 4/30/1883-7/11/1967
Harriet Alford wife of Phillip L.Osteen 7/2/1880-1/7/1942
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Harriet Onelia 1881 SC1, Daniel Warren 1839 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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HARRIET WALKER “HATTIE” LANE ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 16 January 1964
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Mrs. Hattie Lane Alford, 77, of Rt. 2, Galivants Ferry, died in a Mullins hospital Tuesday night [January 14], after a long illness.
Born Jan. 20, 1886, in Marion County, she was a daughter of the late D. Franklin and Charlotte Gasque Lane. She was a member of the Gethsemane Baptist Church.
Funeral services ... will be held Friday at 3 p.m. at Gethsemane Baptist Church. Burial will be in Methodist Rehobeth Cemetery....
Surviving are a son, Rufus A. Alford Jr. of Galivants Ferry; five daughters, Mrs. Ernestine Lyles and Mrs. Carlisle Barnhill, both of Marion, Mrs. Otto Williams of Loris, Mrs. A.J. Dempsey of Jackson, Mich., and Mrs. Woodrow Perritt of Galivants Ferry; 15 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Photo from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death. AAFA records provide her full name.
See the obituaries of her children Eula C. Alford Barnhill, Estaline Alford Williams, and Rufus Arnold Alford Jr. in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: Rufus Arnold 1882 SC1, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC2, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC3, John B. 1780 NC4, William 1760 NC5.
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HARRIS ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—10 March 1906
HARRIS ALFORD’S LIFE TAKEN BY OSCAR BROOKS IN A FAMILY QUARREL
BROWNSVILLE, March 9—Coroner McColl held the inquest here Wednesday over the body of Harris Alford, who was killed by having an axe driven to the handle into his stomach by his brother-in-law, Oscar Brooks.
He [Oscar] twice married Alford’s sisters. His first wife left a daughter, now about 12 years old, who has been living with her grandfather. Brooks went and stole the girl away, and Alford went to his house to get her back. Brooks forbade his going into the yard, but he went anyhow. He walked across the yard to the pump, where some other me were standing and drank some water from the pump. As he raised up and turned to face Brooks, the latter swung an axe, as if her were cutting down a tree and struck Alford across the stomach, just below the heart, with fatal result.
Brooks was arrested and is in jail at Bennettsville. He was an obnoxious man in the community, while Alford is said to have been quiet and law-abiding. They were both Croatans [a Native American tribe].
AAFA NOTES: The 1900 census for Brownsville, Marlboro Co., SC, lists the family of Harris Alford, born Feb 1845 in SC. His granddaughter living with them is Laura E. Brooks, age 6 born Apr 1894 in SC. They are enumerated as Black.
It seems that Laura Brooks was the niece of Harris Alford, not the granddaughter. However, she is named as granddaughter in both the obituary and on the census. It is possible that Oscar Brooks was his son-in-law who married two daughters of Harris, which would make Laura his granddaughter.
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HARRY BYRD ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 28 April 1994
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Harry Byrd Alford, 53, died Tuesday [April 26] at his residence. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday in Goldfinch’s Conway Chapel. Burial will be in State Branch Cemetery with military honors.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of Morris McGee and Katherine E. Ammons Alford. He was a Navy veteran.
Surviving are a daughter, Michelle L. Alford of Conway; two brothers, Nelson E. Alford of Georgetown and Calvin G. Alford of Fayetteville, N.C.; five sisters, Margaret Barfield and Dolly Hardwick, both of Conway, Jacquelene Harrelson of Hartsville, and Patricia McDaniel and Rebecca Jolley, both of Florence; and his grandfather, George Ammons of Fayetteville.
Photo from State Branch Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Patricia Ann Holden Smith Alford; his brothers Calvin George Alford and Nelson Eaddy Alford; and his father, Morris McGee Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Harry Byrd 1941 SC1, Morris McGee 1902 SC2, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC3, Harrison 1843 SC4, Arthur 1803 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6
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HARRY J. ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Monday, 17 October 1955
Photo from Woodlawn Memorial Park, Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Curt Miller
Photo from Woodlawn Memorial Park, Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Chris & Julie Smith
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Ellen Wilson Alford; and parents Cullen Harrison Alford and Parthena Tallula Brandon Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Harry J. 1874 GA1, Cullen Harrison 1848 GA2, James 1804 GA3, Cullen 1775 NC4, James 1741 NC/VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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HATTIE ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 10 April 1971
TIMMONSVILLE [Florence Co.]—Funeral services for Mrs. Hattie Alford, who died in a local hospital early Thursday morning, will be conducted Sunday at 3 p.m. at Zion Temple PAFW Church.... Burial, directed by Bacote-Eaddy funeral Home, will be in Sandy Grove Cemetery.
Surviving are four nieces, Mrs. Rena Wright and Mrs. Gussie Tueben, both of Bishopville, Mrs. Anna Belle James of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Mrs. Rosa Lee DuBose of Philadelphia, Pa.; six nephews, Johnny Mack, Eadges Mack and Lee Mack Jr., all of Bishopville, Leo Mack of Brooklyn, N.Y., Henry Mack of Elizabeth, N.J., and Joseph Mack of North Carolina.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Hattie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 28 Jan 1895, death date _____ April 1971.
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HATTIE RICHARDSON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 12 September 1958
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Mrs. Hattie Richardson Alford, 74, widow of the late William Henry Alford of the Galivants Ferry section of Horry County, died at 3:50 a.m. Thursday [September 11] at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Albert Todd of Rt. 3, Conway, following a short illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday from the Nebo Baptist Church.... Burial will follow in the Britton’s Neck Cemetery, Rt. 1, Gresham.
Pallbearers will be Eugene Woodbury, Eugene Baxley, Ben Todd, Joe Edwards, Bobby Jenkins, and Buddy Floyd....
Mrs. Alford was born Oct. 30, 1883, in the Britton’s Neck section of Marion County, a daughter of the late Wesley and Mary Jane Rowell Richardson. She was a member of the Nebo Baptist Church. Her late husband, William Henry Alford, died in 1955.
Survivors include one son, Jim Norton Alford, Rt. 2, Galivants Ferry; five daughters, Mrs. Albert (Janie) Todd, Rt. 5, Conway, Mrs. Fred (Carrie) Woodbury, Hemingway, Mrs. Freeman (Florrie) Baxley, Rt. 1, Galivants Ferry [2 daughters missing]; one sister, Mrs. Stacy (Louie) Alford, Rt. 1, Galivants Ferry, 19 grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, William Henry “Willie” Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and daughters Claudia Alford Skipper and Thelma Florrie Alford Baxley in this compilation.
Her Find A Grave memorial lists her as Harriet M. “Hattie” Richardson Alford.
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HAYWOOD ALFORD
HEYWARD ALFORD
Photo from jimbeau2’s “A Tale of Two Families” family tree, “courtesy of Eric Alford” (Ancestry) – used with permission
THE ROBESONIAN
Lumberton, Robeson Co., NC—Wednesday, 18 November 1970
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
FAIR BLUFF [Columbus Co., NC]—Heyward Alford, 91, a retired farmer and former resident of Fair Bluff, died Monday [November 16] in Mullins, S.C., hospital after many years of illness. The funeral is being conducted today at 2 p.m. in Gethsemane Baptist Church at Galivant’s Ferry [Horry Co.], S.C. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Fannie Sellers Alford of Fair Bluff; his sons, Norwood of Georgetown, S.C., and Elijah Alford of Conway, S.C.; his daughters, Mrs. Foster Brown of Conway, Mrs. Ella Roberts of Gastonia, Mrs. Earl Hall of Brevard, and Mrs. James Harter of Georgetown; 31 grandchildren and 59 great grandchildren.
Photo from Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, rdsxfan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Nellie Barnhill Alford; and children Elijah Bass Alford, Norwood Alford, and Zetha Alford Harter in this compilation.
AAFA records list him as Haywood, and he signed his name “Haywood Alford” on his 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card, but his obituary and gravestone say Heyward.
From jimbeau2’s “A Tale of Two Families” family tree (Ancestry):
Recollections from Ronald Norwood Alford (grandson of Haywood and Nellie) as told to Patricia Krider Berry (great-granddaughter of same):
Haywood and Nellie’s home was very close to Powell Cemetery in Fair Bluff, North Carolina. The old house is gone now, replaced by a corn field. Haywood and Nellie lived a hard life—their home had no refrigerator and no indoor plumbing, but it did have electric lights. Haywood is remembered fondly by all who knew him as a laid-back gentleman, who loved to take it easy, hunt and fish. He had a way of always walking into the scene when a photo was being taken. Nellie was a petite woman, kind and remembered with love by her grandchildren.
When Haywood died, his name was misspelled on his gravestone as “Heyward,” which upset surviving members of his family, and has resulted in confusion for his researchers. His correct name was Haywood Hagood Alford.
From AAFA records, notes from Johnny Sarvis:
I can remember this man and I sure wish I had talked to him a lot more than I did. In the 1880 census (he was born in 1879), Heywood’s name is listed as Hagwood and I do believe Arnold meant to name him after the Gen.Hagood, that Arn served with in the War.
At any rate, Heywood farmed and trapped for a living. He married Nellie Barnhill and they had 10 children. I remember going to see Uncle Heywood in Fair Bluff, N.C., when I was a little boy. I can remember going to visit him in the nursing home.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Haywood 1879 SC1, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC2, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC3, John B. 1780 NC4, William 1760 NC5.
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HAZEL ALFORD GRAINGER
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 16 March 2011
NICHOLS—Mrs. Hazel Alford Grainger, 88, widow of E. Waldo Grainger, died Monday, March 14, 2011 at Loris Community Hospital after an illness.
Mrs. Grainger was born September 26, 1922 in Horry County, a daughter of the late Zoda and Beulah Gerald Alford. She was a retired farmer and homemaker. Mrs. Grainger was a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church.
Surviving Mrs. Grainger are a son, Richard Dale Grainger and his wife, Anna, of New Smyrna Beach, Florida; her grandchildren, Richard Kelly Grainger, Christopher Ashley Grainger, Susie Fowler and Jack Grainger, II; and two great-grandchildren, Hunter Fowler and Jennifer Grainger.
Mrs. Grainger was predeceased by a son, Jack Aubry Grainger.
…. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. in the Pleasant View Baptist Church sanctuary…. Mrs. Grainger will then be laid to rest in the Pleasant View Baptist Church Cemetery. The service will be directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins….
Photo from Pleasant View Baptist Church Cemetery, Pleasant View, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jack Cayton
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Hazel Alford Grainger (SS# issued in NC), last residence Nichols, Horry Co., SC.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: Zoda Hays 1898 SC1, John W. 1870 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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HAZEL L. IRWIN ALFORD
[Although she died in FL, we are including her obituary here because she is buried in and has close ties to SC. A similar obituary was published in The State, Columbia, SC, on the same day.]
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Monday, 11 October 2004
NICHOLS—Hazel L. Alford, 88, widow of James E. ‘‘J.E.’’ Alford and formerly of Nichols, died Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2004 in Bradenton, Fla.
Mrs. Alford was born February 10, 1916 in Franklin, Ind., a daughter of the late Wilsie and Pearl Green Irwin. Mrs. Alford worked at Tropicana for 15 years, retiring in 1977. She was a member of Palma Sola Bay Baptist Church.
Surviving Mrs. Alford are, two daughters, Judith K. Bland of Phoenix, and Carol J. Martin of Indianapolis; five grandchildren; eight grandchildren; a great great grandchild, and three sisters-in-law, Elsie A. Drew Williams of Mullins, Kathryn A. McCormick and her husband Malcolm, of Nichols, and Ann A. Fowler and her husband Fred, of Mullins.
…. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins. Burial will follow in Cedardale Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Hazel L. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 10 February 1916. Her last residence is listed as Bradenton, Manatee Co., FL.
See the obituary of her husband, James Edward “J.E.” Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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HAZEL MAE ALFORD
Photo from Ina Anderson’s Anderson Family Tree – from Hazel’s Facebook page
THE NEWS
Kingstree, Williamsburg Co., SC—Sunday, 11 September 2016
Funeral services for Hazel M. Alford … were held Saturday, August 27, 2016, at Round O Missionary Baptist Church of Darlington. Burial, directed by Grace Funeral Services, LLC, followed at Round O Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery of Darlington.
Ms. Alford died Friday, August 19, 2016.
She was born December 3, 1927, in Marion, the daughter of the late Abe and Elizabeth Alford.
Lifetime companion, Robert “Bobby” McDonald, and four siblings, Shirley Bevel, Abe Jay Alford, Daniel Alford, Sr., and Arthur Alford, preceded her in death.
She was a member of Cross Road Missionary Baptist Church of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She received her education in the school system of Williamsburg County, where she attended Tomlinson Senior High School. She moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, seeking employment. She received her diploma in nursing. She was employed by Botany 500 as a seamstress and The Budd Company as a press operator. Years later she was employed by the Red Lion Plant of Northeast Philadelphia, until her retirement.
Survivors are: one daughter, LTC (RET) Renee D. Alford; and one sister, Mrs. Willie L. Anderson (Elder David).
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her brother Arthur Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Abie Jerome “Jay” Alford in Pennsylvania Obituaries.
Her lineage: Hazel Mae 1927 SC1, Abe 1904 SC2, Willie 1892 SC3, Peter 1870 SC4.
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HELEN BETHEA ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ December 2008
Helen Alford of Hamer died December 16, 2008 at the Hospice House of Florence.
She was the daughter of the late Franklin Bethea and Teresa Bethea.
Funeral services will be held Saturday December 20, 2008, 1 PM at Grace Apostolic Church in Latta, with burial following in Pine Hill Cemetery
The family is receiving friends at the residence 1245 Oakland Rd. Hamer, SC.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Helen Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 29 May 1943, last residence Hamer, Dillon Co., SC.
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HELEN HALFORD BARNES ROSS
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 10 September 2009
ESTILL—Mrs. Helen Halford Barnes Ross, 86, of Estill, South Carolina, died Tuesday morning, September 8, 2009, at home after an extended illness.
Mrs. Ross was born in Tillman, South Carolina, on August 31, 1923. She was the daughter of the late Jesse McSwain Halford and Annie Alma Diamond Halford.
She was predeceased by her husbands, Charles Peeples Barnes and Daniel Iredell Ross, Jr.; a daughter, Myrtle Barnes Crockett, a sister, Myrtle Halford Mikell and two brothers, James Halford and Jesse Halford.
She was a member of Lawtonville Baptist Church, Social Dozen, The Estill Music and Study Club, and several bridge clubs. Her greatest achievement in life was being a homemaker for her family and a loving and devoted mother to her children.
Mrs. Ross is survived by three daughters: Charlene Barnes Barrett of Tybee Island, Georgia, Bettis Barnes Richister (Butch) of Estill, South Carolina, and Maree Barnes Shay (Mike) of Yemassee, South Carolina; a stepdaughter, Dawn Ross Hollingsworth of Barnwell, South Carolina, and a stepson, Michael Herring (Mary) of Columbia, South Carolina; twelve grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren one uncle, Quincy Everett Diamond as well as 11 nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Friday, September 11, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at Lawtonville Cemetery…. Visitation will be Thursday evening, September 10th, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. at the Peeples-Rhoden Funeral Home, Estill Chapel….
Photo from Lawtonville Cemetery, Estill, Hampton Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Wimsang
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Helen Barnes Ross (SS# issued in SC), last residence Estill, Hampton Co., SC.
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HELEN MENTION ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 27 March 2014
LAKE CITY—Funeral services for Mrs. Helen Mention Alford will be held on Friday at 11:00 AM from Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church 112 Deep River Street, Lake City … and burial in Rest Lawn Cemetery directed by Green’s Funeral Home.
Helen Mention Alford lived a long and generous life. She desired to be surrounded by her family when it was time for her to go to her heavenly home. Her desire was granted when she died at her home on March 21, 2014.
She was born on May 21, 1921 to the late Carrie B. Mention. At an early age she joined Wesley United Methodist Church where she served in many capacities in the church, choir, Sunday school teacher, usher, President for the Easter Sunrise Committee for more than 40 years. She received her education in the public school of Lake City. She graduated from Rosenwall Beauty College in Columbia, SC and operated Mention’s Beauty Shop for a few years and later worked and retired as a factory worker. In 2003, the Lake City Chamber of Commerce honored her as a recipient of the Steel Magnolia Award. One might say that she lived her life with honor and integrity.
She was married to the late Archie Alford, Sr.
She was also preceded in her death by a sister, Bessie M. Graham.
Surviving are her children: Helen Carolina Alford, Archie (Janice) Alford, Jr., Clementine Jenkins, LaRue (Beverly) Alford all of Lake City; two grandsons reared as her own, Rico Alford and Billy (Katrece) Moody, Jr.; two sisters, Laura B. Sanders and Esther Mention of Lake City; grandchildren, great grandchildren, niece, nephew, cousins and friends.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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HENRIETTA SMITH ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 22 November 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
GEORGETOWN [Georgetown Co.]—Services for Henrietta Smith Alford, 76, will be held at 3 p.m. today at Bethesda Missionary Baptist Church with burial in Morning Glory Cemetery. Wilds Daughter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Born in Georgetown to Henry and Carrie Green Smith, she died on November 19, 2003. She was a retired home healthcare worker.
Surviving are her daughter, Roselyn Anderson; brother, Henry Smith; and two grandchildren.
Her husband, Hughes Alford, preceded her in death.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Henrietta Alford (SS# issued in PA) was born 30 December 1926, last residence Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC.
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HENRY ALFORD
RICHMOND COUNTY DAILY JOURNAL
Rockingham, Richmond Co., NC—Thursday, 23 June 2005
HARTSVILLE [Darlington Co., SC]—Henry Alford died Tuesday, June 14, 2005 in a Hartsville nursing home after an illness.
A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 18, 2005 from Christ Temple Holiness Church…. Burial followed at 9:30 a.m. Monday, June 20 in Florence National Cemetery.
Born in Bennettsville, Mr. Alford was a son of the late Ernest Alford and Almeta Alford, and was the widower of Lillie Bell Johnson Alford. He was educated in the public schools of Marlboro County, was a farmer and later was employed by Culpepper Nursery in Hartsville as a horticulturalist. Mr. Alford was a member of Christ Temple Holiness Church and served as a member of the Brotherhood Choir. He served in the United States Navy during World War II and was honorably discharged.
Surviving are 12 children, Helen (Clifton) Alford, Jimmy (Sylvia) Alford and Joyce (Cal) Dolford all of Hartsville, Sherryle Alford, Betty (Wesley) Belin and Elizabeth (Howard) Patterson all of Darlington, Connie (Robert) Fortune of Bishopville, John (Kathy) Alford of Charlotte, N.C., Tommy (Christine) Alford of Columbia, Terry Alford of Connecticut, Henrietta (Eddie) Walker of Buffalo, N.Y., and Louise Blanning of Philadelphia; four sisters, Addie Jenkins of Chesterfield, Roxanne McKennie of Pennsylvania, Kay Frances Rogers of Charlotte, and Lois Abraham of Blenheim; two brothers, John Brown Jr. and Johnnie Brown of Bennettsville; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a number of other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by a son, Andrew Bozo, and a daughter, Mary Ann Fore.
Arrangements were entrusted to Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home Inc.
Photo from Florence National Cemetery, Florence, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Danny & Judy Ard
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Henry Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 20 Dec 1922, last residence Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC.
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HENRY ALTON ALFORD
HORRY INDEPENDENT
Conway, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 30 September 1980
MYRTLE BEACH [Horry Co.]—Services for Henry Alton Alford, 68, were held Saturday in Goldfinch Funeral Home with burial in Hillcrest Cemetery.
Mr. Alford died Wednesday afternoon [September 24] at his residence following a short illness.
Born in Horry County, he was a son of the late William Henry and Ann Carroll Alford.
Surviving are his wife, Ruby Causey Alford of Myrtle Beach; a son Henry E. Alford of Indianapolis IN; four daughters Mrs. Harvey (Mary Evelyn) Mishoe of Myrtle Beach, Mrs. Terry (Sara) Cornell of Myrtle Beach and Mrs. Claude (Martha) Little of Kalamazoo Michigan; two brothers Bud Alford of Aynor and Pete Alford of Myrtle Beach 14 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Henry Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 11 Nov 1910 and died _____ Sept 1980. Note that his gravestone says he was born in 1911.
See the obituaries of his father, William Henry Alford, and siblings Daisy Mae Alford Skipper and William Arthur “Bud” Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Henry E. Alford in Indiana Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
His lineage: Henry Alton 1910 SC1, William Henry 1881 SC2, John Henry 1855 SC3, Joel 1800 SC4.
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HENRY HENISON ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 24 October 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
BRITTONS NECK [Marion Co.]—Services for Henry Henison Alford, 85, will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, 1998, at Central United Methodist Church, Brittons Neck, with burial in Old Neck Cemetery.... The family will receive friends 7-9 tonight at Smith-Collins Funeral Home of Marion....
Mr. Alford died Thursday, Oct. 22, 1998 at Marion County Medical Center after an illness. Born in Marion County, May 29, 1913, he was a son of the late William Power Alford and Effie Grace Whaley Alford. Mr. Alford was a retired farmer. He was a graduate of Brittons Neck High School and was a member of Central United Methodist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Claudia Chandler Alford of the home; daughters, Andra Risinger of Charleston, Carol Edwards of Hartsville, Darlene Baxley of Rock Hill and Donna Driggers of Marion; seven grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a brother, W. Paul Alford.
In another article:
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Saturday, 24 October 1998
BRITTONS NECK—Henry Henison Alford, 85, died Thursday, Oct. 22, 1998, at Marion County Medical Center after an illness.
He was born May 29, 1913, in Marion County, a son of the late William Power Alford and the late Effie Grace Whaley Alford. He was a retired farmer and a graduate of Centenary High School.
Survivors include his wife, Claudia Chandler Alford; four daughters, Andra Risinger of Charleston, Carol Edwards of Hartsville, Darlene Baxley of Rock Hill and Donna Driggers of Marion; and seven grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 7-9 tonight at Smith-Collins Funeral Home of Marion. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Central United Methodist Church, where he was a member, in Brittons Neck. Burial will be in Old Neck Cemetery.
Photo from Old Neck Cemetery, Brittons Neck, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, John Richardson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Henry H. Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Gresham, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Claudia Chandler Alford; and parents William Power Alford and Effie Grace Whaley Alford in this compilation.
Marriage announcement:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 4 February 1940
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Henry Henison 1913 SC1, William Power 1892 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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HENRY MONROE ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 26 August 1984
MARION—Henry Monroe Alford, 96, a retired cabinet maker, died Saturday [August 25] in a Mount Pleasant nursing home. The funeral will be at 4 p.m. today in Smith-Collins Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion County, a son of Emanuel Alford and Lula Alford Alford. He was a member of First United Methodist Church.
Surviving are two sons, James Monroe Alford of North Charleston and Preston B. Alford of Charleston; a daughter, Mrs. McKeevie A. Dudley of Bennettsville; three brothers, E.A. Alford of Sarasota, Fla., E.M. Alford of Mullins and P.D. Alford of Marion; three sisters, Mrs. John Rogers of Whiteville, N.C., and Mrs. W.A. Brown and Mrs. T.D. Anderson, both of Mullins; eight grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
Photo from Rose Hill Cemetery, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Henry Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 2 July 1888, last residence Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Carrie Bell Tanner Alford; children James Monroe Alford, McKeevie Alford Dudley, and Preston Blake Alford; stepmother, Janie Rectina Williams Alford Altman Jones; sister Willie Ann Alford Turbeville; and half-siblings Anna Louise Alford Brown Anderson, Edward Manuel Alford, Eugene A. Alford, Pearlie Dubose Alford Sr., and William Power Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his half-sister Emma Jane Alford Williamson Stanton Rogers in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Henry Monroe 1888 SC1, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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HERBERT WILLIAM ALFORD, SR.
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 30 October 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
PAMPLICO [Florence Co.]—Services for Herbert William Alford Sr., 67, will be 4 p.m. Wednesday at Prospect United Methodist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation is 7-9 this evening at Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home of Florence.
Mr. Alford died Sunday [October 28]. Born in Pamplico, he was a son of the late Furman and Cora Lee Ard Alford. He was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of Prospect United Methodist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Virginia Dare Lee Alford; son, Herbert Alford Jr.; daughter, Wendy Alford; sister, Geneva Troiano; three grandchildren; two great grandchildren.
In another article:
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—30 October 2001
Alford, Herbert William, 67, of Pamplico, a mechanic for Plowden Motors and husband of Virginia Dare Lee Alford, died Sunday. Arrangements by Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home of Florence.
Photo from Prospect United Methodist Church Cemetery, Pamplico, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Hal
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Herbert W. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 28 September 1934, last residence Pamplico, Florence Co.
See the obituaries of his father, Furman Cleveland Alford; and sisters Carolyn Alford and Geneva “Shelby Jean” Alford Troiano in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Herbert William 1934 SC1, Furman Cleveland 1906 SC2, William Robert 1877 SC3, John William 1844 SC4, unknown5.
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HERMAN “RED EYE” ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 3 May 2004
DARLINGTON [Darlington Co.]—Services and burial for Herman “Red Eye” Alford, 50, 3 p.m. Tuesday at Greater Gethsemane Apostolic Church, where he was a member. Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Born in Darlington Co. to Naomi Alford, he died on April 29, 2004.
Survivors include his former wife, Irene Alford; one grandson; maternal grandmother; six siblings; two aunts; one uncle; and two grandaunts.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Herman Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 19 January 1954.
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HEYWOOD J. ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 26 March 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
GEORGETOWN [Georgetown Co.]—Heywood Alford, 75, died Thursday, March 24, 2005 in Georgetown Memorial Hospital. He was a hero to his entire family and will be sorely missed.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 26, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. in Prince George, Winyah, Episcopal Church. Burial, directed by Graham Funeral Home, will follow in Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens.
He was born December 18, 1929 in Horry County, a son of the late Ina Alford Brown. Mr. Alford was a retired employee with International Paper Company in Georgetown.
Surviving are two sons, LTC Eric Alford and his wife Joanna of Lexington and Heywood William Alford of Staten Island, NY; three daughters, Dolores Evans and her husband Jimmy and Sharon Fitzpatrick all of Georgetown and Phyllis Tasse and her husband Rocky of Fort Walton Beach, Florida; six grandchildren, Bianca Springs of Stone Mountain, Georgia, Dylan Rogers of Charleston, Tara Tasse of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, Trip Tasse of Tampa, Florida, Madeleine Alford and Peter Alford, both of Lexington; one brother, Bobby Alford of Irmo; five sisters, Shirley Walters and Yvonne White, both of Florence, Hilda Sobon of Pawleys Island, Wanda Nunn of Columbia, and Genevieve Edwards of Conway and a number of nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife of many years, Yvonne Delano Roberts Alford and a sister, Marie Richardson.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Graham Funeral Home....
Photo from Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, JFArabianH
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the death date of Heywood J. Alford (SS# issued in NC), but his birth date is listed as 8 December 1929, last residence Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC.
See the obituary of his wife, Yvonne Delano Roberts Alford, in this compilation.
Ina Alford, b. about 1912 in SC, was the daughter of Haywood Alford and Nellie Barnhill. It is likely that Heywood is her son and used her maiden name.
Wedding announcements:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 19 April 1953
Source unknown – posted to jimbeau2’s “A Tale of Two Families” family tree (Ancestry):
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Heywood J. 1929 SC1, Ina 1912 SC2, Haywood 1879 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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HILMA BURDINE ALFORD
Mother of Julius Anderson “Jake” Alford Jr., AAFA #0717; and Patricia Ann Alford Granberg, AAFA #1228
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Friday, 12 June 1970
Mrs. Hilma Burdine Alford, 62, of Hyde Park, died this morning in Self Memorial Hospital following a short illness.
She was born in New Augusta, Miss. Jan. 28, 1908, a daughter of the late Inman Preston and Rachel Hinton Burdine, both natives of Mississippi. She had made her home here for the past 14 years and was a member of South Main Street Baptist Church.
Surviving are her husband. J.A. Alford; two sons, Preston Dean Alford of Houston, Tex. and J.A. Alford Jr. of Ellsworth, S.D.; one daughter, Mrs. Patricia Ann Granberg of Blanco, Tex.; three sisters, Mrs. Clara Edgington of Ocean Side, Calif., Mrs. Grace French of Selma, Ala. and Mrs. Eulice Kennemur of Beaufort, S.C. and 11 grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held from Blyth Funeral Home Sunday at 2 p.m…. The body will be sent to Wall Funeral Home in San Antonio, Tex. for burial at a time to be announced.
The body is at the funeral home and the family will be at the home on Clifton St in Hyde Park….
Photo from Blanco Cemetery, Blanco, Blanco Co., TX—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Amy Eade
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Julius Anderson Alford Sr., in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her son Julius Anderson “Jake” Alford Jr. in North Carolina Obituaries; and her daughter Patricia Ann Alford Granberg in Texas Obituaries.
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HOLLEY NICOLE ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 8 May 1999
CHERAW [Chesterfield Co.]—Services for Holley Nicole Alford, 11, will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 9, 1999, at Welsh Neck Baptist Church, Society Hill. The family will receive friends 7-9 tonight at Kiser Funeral Home of Cheraw. Memorials may be made to Welsh Neck Baptist Church, P.O. Box 28, Society Hill 29593.
Holley died Thursday, May 6, 1999, in Bennettsville. Born in Florence, she was a daughter of William A. and Susan Nolan Alford Sr. She was a member of Welsh Neck Baptist Church in Society Hill, where she was a member of the Handbell and Children’s Choir in the First United Methodist Church of Cheraw. A member of Girl Scout Troop #295. She was an Honor Student at Cheraw Intermediate School (President’s List), Member of the Drama Club. She enjoyed playing the piano, singing, swimming, and playing softball.
Surviving are her parents, of Cheraw; brothers, William A. Alford of Bennettsville, Randy E. Alford of Bennettsville; sisters, Betty A. Bowers of Liberty, Jennifer V. Alford of Bennettsville; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Julian Nolan of Society Hill; great-grandmother, Mary Holley of Danville, Va.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Holley N. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 16 March 1988.
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HOMER BURROUGHS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 2 February 1958
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
MULLINS, Feb. 1—Homer B. Alford, 59, and farmer of the Bayboro section of Horry County died unexpectedly at his home early Saturday [Feb 1] morning following a declining illness of three years.
He was the son of the late Arnold [sic: should be Lewis—Arnold is Homer’s grandfather] and Galvin McCrackin Alford and was born and reared in Horry County.
Funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Sunday from Pleasant Union Baptist church.... Interment will follow at the adjoining cemetery.
He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Amelia Barnhill Alford; three sons, Melton, D.L. and Eddie, all of Galivants Ferry; nine daughters, Mrs. Mack Prosser and Mrs. Larue Smith of Aynor, Mrs. Glover Lewis of Mullins, Mrs. Mose Jones [Delly Mae] and Mrs. Quince Allen [Goldaphine] of Galivants Ferry, Misses Hazel, Lindsey, Venzula and Carolyn Alford of the home; five brothers, Berry Alford of Nichols, Elie Burean and Brant Alford of Galivants Ferry and Donnie Alford of Thomasville; three sisters, Mrs. Homer Small [Vincie] and Mrs. Earl Martin both of Galivants Ferry and Mrs. Lee Hillman of Aynor; also surviving are 20 grandchildren.
Photos from Pleasant Union Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Rabon Crossroads, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, rdsxfan
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Amelia Viola “Melia” Barnhill Alford; children Delly Mae Alford Jones Rabon, Freeman “D.L.” Alford, and Goldaphine Alford Allen; and brothers Berry Coleman Alford, Ely Mitchell Alford, Howard H. Alford, and Thomas Branford “Branty” Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Eddie D. Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
On Homer Burroughs Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 19, living in Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC. His birth date is 16 Sept 1898, and he names his father, L.H. Alford, as his nearest relative. His occupation, originally illegible but employer listed as L.H. Alford, is crossed out and “chain gang” is entered with employer Horry County.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Homer Burroughs 1898 SC1, Lewis H. 1868 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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HOWARD ALFORD, JR.
AAFA #0274
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 15 February 2006
SUMTER [Sumter Co.]—Howard Alford, 84, husband of Audrey McLeod Alford, died Monday, February 13, 2006, in Tuomey Regional Medical Center.
Born in Bishopville [Lee Co.], he was a son of the late Howard Alford, Sr. and the late Vera Carnes Alford.
Mr. Alford was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. He was a member of the Mission of Men Choir, the Sumter Civic Chorale, a U.S. Army-Air Corps veteran of World War II and had retired from the Sumter Post Office with 38 years of service.
Surviving are his wife of Sumter; three sons, Mike Alford and wife, Debby, Ricky Alford, Kenneth Alford, all of Sumter; a daughter, Marianne A. Jeffords and husband, Reuben L., of Sumter; six grandchildren, James Alford, Meredith A. West, Ginnie Hardee, Wendi Hardee, Andrew Squires and Patrick Squires; four great-grandchildren, Lorianne Spiegel, Malorie Spiegel, Drew Squires and Cannon West; special friends, Monroe and Lil Brown; a special niece, Ann Dennis, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Cecil Alford, John C. Alford and two sisters, Maggie Rowland and Hazel Dennis.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday at Westminster Presbyterian Church…. Burial will be in Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be grandsons, James Alford, Andrew Squires, Patrick Squires; two nephews, George and John Rowland and Michael Spiegel. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Mission of Men Choir….
Memorials may be made to Westminster Presbyterian Church, 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC 29150 or to the American Cancer Society, 128 Stonemark Lane, Columbia, SC 29210. On-line condolences may be sent to www.sumterfunerals.com. Elmore Hill McCreight Funeral Home and Crematory, 221 Broad Street, Sumter, is in charge of the arrangements.
Photos from Evergreen Memorial Park, Sumter, Sumter Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Remember me
Photos posted in July 2013
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Howard Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 25 December 1921, last residence Sumter, Sumter Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Audrey McLeod Alford; mother, Vera Carnes Alford; brother Cecil Newton Alford; and paternal grandparents, James Frierson Alford Sr. and Annie Spears David Alford, in this compilation.
1920 CENSUS
Bishopville (District 14), Lee Co., SC, Dwelling #316:
Howard Alfred head W 38 SC SC SC cotton gin laborer
Vera wife W 36 SC SC SC
Cecil son W 13 SC SC SC
Maggie May dau W 10 SC SC SC
Hazel A. dau W 7 SC SC SC
John C. son W 4 SC SC SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Howard 1921 SC1, Howard 1881 SC2, James Frierson 1846 SC3, James Little 1811 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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HOWARD “BAYBOY” ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 30 November 1997
Published in AAFA ACTION, Spring 1998
LAKE CITY [Florence Co.]—Services for Howard “Bayboy” Alford, 63, will be held at noon Monday at Mount Beulah United Methodist Church, with burial in Greenlawn Cemetery in Kingstree. Green’s Funeral Home is in charge.
Mr. Alford died Thursday [November 27]. Born in Williamsburg County, he was a son of the late John and Laura McCutcheon Alford.
Surviving are sisters, Senara Scott, Earline Shaw, Jeanette Gordon, Jack Frances Fulmore and Alice (Soloman) Tisdale; brothers, Willie (Christine) and Herman (Luvenia) Alford; sister-in-law, Wilamenia Alford; and other relatives. He was pre-deceased by three brothers.
In another article:
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 30 November 1997
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
LAKE CITY [Florence Co.]—Howard Alford, 63, a retired employee with A.B. Dick Co., died Thursday in a local hospital. The funeral will be at noon Monday in Mount Beulah United Methodist Church. Burial, directed by Green’s Funeral Home, will be in Greenlawn Cemetery in Kingstree.
Mr. Alford was born in Williamsburg County, a son of John Alford and Laura McCutcheon Alford. He attended Florence County schools and was a member of Mount Beulah United Methodist Church.
Surviving are five sisters, Senara A. Scott, Earline H. Shaw and Jeanette A. Gordon, all of Lake City, Alice Tisdale of Willow Grove, Pa., and Jack F. Fulmore of Ladysmith, Va.; and two brothers, Willie D. Alford and Herman Alford, both of Lake City.
Photo from Green Lawn, Kingstree, Williamsburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nancy Lee Huggins
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Howard Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 1 February 1934 [2 February 1934 on gravestone], but his death date is listed as 15 November 1997, a Saturday.
See the obituaries of his siblings Earline Alford Harrison Shaw (with census listings), Mitchell Alford, and Willie Dozier Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #7.
His lineage: Howard 1931 SC1, John Luther 1893 SC2, Archie 1850 SC3, Nero 1808 SC4.
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HOWARD H. ALFORD
HORRY COUNTY NEWS AND THE LORIS SENTINEL
Loris, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 15 January 1953
Howard H. Alford, 57-year-old farmer of the Cool Springs section of Horry County died at 9:06 Sunday morning [January 11] at Conway hospital following a lingering illness.
Funeral services were held at two o’clock Monday from Gethsemane Baptist Church…. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Clyde Rabor, E.L. Johnson, Wynn Carroll, Henry Daniels, J.R. Ray, and Hoyt Grainger.
Mr. Alford was born in Georgia February 10, 1895, a son of the late Louis H. and Galvin McCracken Alford. He was a member of the Gethsemane Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife Mrs. Claudia Bell Martin Alford; six sons, Tracy Alford, Lacy Alford, Lavern Alford, Armeston Alford all of Route 2, Aynor, Lenneau Alford of Conway, and Dolphus [article ends here].
Photo from Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Claudia Bell Martin Alford; children Arnal Tracy Alford, Dorothy Jane Alford Rabon, Hursel Lenneau Alford, Hursel Lenneau Alford, Lacy Howard Alford, and Lonnie Dolphus Alford; and brothers Berry Coleman Alford, Ely Mitchell Alford, Homer Burroughs Alford, and Thomas Branford “Branty” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Howard H. 1895 SC1, Lewis H. 1868 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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HOWARD TRACY ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 22 April 2017
GALIVANTS FERRY—Mr. Howard Tracy “H.T.” Alford, 75 husband of Carlyene Causey Alford died Thursday, April 20, 2017.
Mr. Alford was born October 8, 1941 in Horry County, a son of the late Arnal Tracy Alford and the late Rhoda Jane Rabon Alford. He was a retired farmer. Mr. Alford loved to fish, work in his garden and help people when they were in need. He was a member of Woodmen of the World and attended Gethsemane Freewill Baptist Church.
Surviving Mr. Alford in addition to his wife of the home are: his Step-Children: Larry (Nancy) Collins of Galivants Ferry, Linda (John) Griffin of Galivants Ferry, Gail Pipkin of Galivants Ferry and Glenn (Sylvia) Collins of Thomasville, N.C.; 7 Grandchildren; 13 Great Grandchildren; 1 Great, Great Grandchild; a Sister: Patsy (Wayne) Johnson of Galivants Ferry; and several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Alford was predeceased by a brother, Russell Alford.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, April 24, at the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home…. Burial will follow in Rehoboth United Methodist Church Cemetery….
Photo from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Andrew Atkinson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Arnal Tracy Alford and Rhoda Jane Rabon Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Howard Tracy 1941 SC1, Arnal Tracy 1920 SC2, Howard H. 1895 SC3, Lewis H. 1868 SC4, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC5, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC6, John B. 1780 NC7, William 1760 NC8.
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HOYE ELBERT ALFORD, JR.
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 23 January 1970
CONWAY—Hoye Elbert Alford Jr., 30, of North Charleston, died Thursday in Conway.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Goldfinch Funeral Home.
He was born in Horry County, a son of Mrs. Ruth Martin Alford and the late Elbert Alford.
Surviving are: his widow, Mrs. Judy Garris Alford; two sons, Hoye Wendell Alford and Wayne Alford, both of North Charleston, one daughter, Judy Gail Alford of North Charleston; his mother; four sisters, Mrs. Harold E. Royals and Mrs. Marvin S. Beverly, both of Conway, Mrs. Jack Hardwick of North Charleston and Mrs. Ronald King of Aiken.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Hoye Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 29 June 1939 and died _____ Jan 1970, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his parents, Hoye Elbert Alford Sr. and Ruth Jane Martin Alford; and sister Willa Mae Alford Hardwick in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Hoye Elbert 1939 SC1, Hoye Elbert 1909 SC2, William Gaston 1875 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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HOYE ELBERT ALFORD, SR.
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 14 January 1964
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Elbert Alford, 54, farmer of Rt. 4, Conway, died at his home at 8:30 p.m. Sunday [January 12]. Funeral services will be at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at Rehobeth Methodist Church.
Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Ruth Martin Alford; two sons, Hoye Elbert Alford, Rt. 1, Conway, and Jack Hardwich Alford, Rt. 2, Galivants Ferry; two daughters; Mrs. Jessie Paul Chestnut of Conway and Miss Norma Jane Alford, Rt. 1, Conway.
Photo from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Ruth Jane Martin Alford; children Hoye Elbert Alford Jr. and Willa Mae Alford Hardwick; and sister Letha Alford Collins in this compilation.
Elbert was the son of William Gaston Alford and M. Emma Rogers.
Jack Hardwich Alford, one of the two sons named in Elbert’s obituary, may be an error. He is not named in the obituaries of Elbert’s wife or daughter, and Jack Hardwick is the name of Elbert’s daughter Willa’s husband.
Children named in obituaries:
Elbert (1964) Ruth (2006) Willa (1998)
Hoye Elbert Hoye E. (dec’d)
Jack Hardwich
Mrs. Jessie Paul Chestnut
Norma Jane Norma A. Beverly Norma Beverly
Retha Mae Royals (dec’d) Retha-Mae Rabon
Willa Mae Hardwick (dec’d)
Mary A. King Mary King
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Hoye Elbert 1909 SC1, William Gaston 1875 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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HUBERT H. ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 12 September 1997
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
NORTH CHARLESTON [Charleston Co.]—Hubert H. Alford, 72, died Wednesday, Sept. 10, 1997, at a Summerville nursing home.
He was born Oct. 23, 1924, in Horry County, a son of the late Ealie and Rhoda Rabon Alford.
Mr. Alford retired from Bird and Sons Roofing Co. He was an Army veteran of World War II and a Baptist.
Survivors include a daughter, Josephine Hill of Goose Creek; three sons, Clayton Alford of Odessa, Texas, Wesley Alford of North Charleston and Gary Alford of Goose Creek; two sisters, Eula Jane Best of Conway and Mary Johnson of North Charleston; two brothers, E.J. Alford and T.E. Alford, both of Odessa; 10 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at J. Henry Stuhr Inc., north area chapel. Burial will be in Riverview Memorial Park in Charleston.
Photo from Riverview Memorial Park, North Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Juanda Owens B.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Hubert H. Alford (SS# issued in NC).
See the obituaries of his parents, Ely Mitchell Alford and Rhoda Rabon Alford; and sisters Emma Alford Rabon and Eula Jane Alford Best in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his brothers Elbert Jack “Shorty” Alford and Thelbert Eathel Alford in Texas Obituaries; and of his sister Mary Fannie Alford Johnson in Georgia Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Hubert H. 1924 SC1, Ely Mitchell 1896 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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HURSEL LENNEAU ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 26 July 1996
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Hursel Lenneau Alford, 72, of 15th Court died Wednesday, July 24, 1996, at Conway Hospital after an illness.
He was born in Aynor, a son of the late Howard and Claudie Bell Martin Alford.
Mr. Alford was the owner and operator of Alford Sales and Service. He was a former sales agent for Wickes Building Supply and was formerly employed at Harvin Meats. He was also a former agent for Independent Life Insurance.
He was a charter member, past deacon and Sunday school teacher at North Conway Baptist Church and a member and master Mason of Horry Lodge No. 381 AFM.
Survivors include his wife, Kathleen ‘‘Kitty’’ Alford of Conway; three sons, Johnny L. Alford of Conyers, Ga., Randy B. Alford of Conway and Timothy T. Alford of San Jose, Calif.; two brothers, Tracy Alford of Galivants Ferry and Dolphus Alford of Mullins; a sister, Dorothy Rabon of Aynor; and a grandson.
The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. today at North Conway Baptist Church. Entombment with Masonic rites will be in Hillcrest Mausoleum.
Memorials may be made to North Conway Baptist Church Together We Build Fund, 1608 Sessions St., Conway 29526.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
Photo posted 26 Nov 2012
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Hursel L. Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 15 August 1923.
See the obituaries of his wife, Kathleen “Kitty” Tyler Alford; parents, Howard H. Alford and Claudia Bell Martin Alford; and siblings Arnal Tracy Alford, Dorothy Jane Alford Rabon, Lacy Howard Alford, and Lonnie Dolphus Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Hursel Lenneau 1923 SC1, Howard H. 1895 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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IDA GRAINGER ALFORD
Photo posted to her Find A Grave memorial
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 18 October 1967
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Mrs. Ida Grainger Alford, 91, died Monday [October 16] in a Columbia Hospital after a long illness.
Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Wednesday at River Side Cemetery of Nichols.... Meares Funeral Service is in charge.
Pallbearers will be Ellison M. Smith Jr., Luther L. Enzor, J. Carlyle Shelley, J.P. Hayes, Guy Hamilton Jr. and Harold D. Floyd.
Mrs. Alford was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Charles and Pauline Page Grainger. She was the widow of the late Artemas Alford. Mrs. Alford had formerly lived in the Floyds section of Horry County, but had resided in Columbia for the past several years. She was a member of Floyds Methodist Church.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Ellison M. Smith of Columbia; four grandchildren, Mrs. Carlyle Shelley of Conway, Mrs. Luther Enzor of Nichols, Robert A. Williamson of Charleston and Ellison M. Smith Jr. of Columbia.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her daughter Xepha Alford Smith in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her husband’s lineage: Artemas 1864 SC1, Warren Little 1823 TN2, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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IDA GRATE ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 6 September 2008
Entered into eternal rest Thursday, September 4, 2008 at the age of 46, Ms. Ida Alford, beloved mother of Regina Grate, Denel Grate, Ulysses Grate, Alfreda Brown and Tyera Davis; grandmother of Denel Grate, Jr., Zion Singleton, Dasiya Grate, Temel Grate and Ziasia Singleton; daughter of Mr. Walter Grate and the late Mrs. Thelma Grate; sisters, Annette Prosit and the late Consitter Grate. Late residence, 2712 Sunrise St., N. Charleston, SC.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Fielding Home for Funerals, 2704 Meeting St., N. Charleston, SC, 744-2545 or 1-800-290-5954....
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POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Wednesday, 10 September 2008
The relatives and friends of Ms. Ida Grate Alford, those of her children, Regina Grate, Denel Grate, Ulysses Grate, Alfreda Brown and Tyera Davis; grandchildren, Denel Grate, Jr., Zion Singleton, Da’siya Grate, Jemel Grate and Zi’asia Singleton; parents, Mr. Walter Grate and the late Mrs. Thelma Grate; sisters, Annette Profit and the late Consitter Grate, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews are invited to attend his funeral service Thursday, September 11, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at Fielding Home For Funerals, 2704 Meeting St., N. Charleston, SC; Father Henry Kulah, Messenger....
Interment, Friday, September 12, 2008, 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter Cemetery, 2726 Spruill Ave., N. Charleston, SC....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ida Grate Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 12 Sept 1961, last residence Charleston, Charleston Co., SC.
Fielding Home For Funerals traditionally serves the African-American community.
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IDA LOUISA ALFORD HARDWICK
Aunt of John Ashley Alford, AAFA #1289
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 14 June 2010
AYNOR—Ida Louisa Alford Hardwick, 94, wife of the late E. James Hardwick, Sr., of Aynor, entered eternal peace on Sunday, June 13, 2010.
Mrs. Hardwick was born in Horry County, South Carolina, the daughter of the late Ashley Levi and Carrie Page Alford. She was a faithful member of Berea Baptist Church and the Women’s Missionary Union.
Mrs. Hardwick was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, her two sons, William L. (Lephon) Hardwick and E. James (E.J.) Hardwick, Jr., and her son-inlaw, Bobby L. Johnson. She was also predeceased by her brothers, Leon J. Alford and Ashley L. Alford, Jr. and her sisters, Froline A. Perritt and Sallie A. Rogers.
Mrs. Hardwick loved her God and her family. She enjoyed being outside, whether gathering vegetables from her garden or riding her lawn mower. Her tremendous faith in God sustained her and her family through all the years, turning hardships into blessings. She was an inspiration to all who knew and loved her and will be sorely missed.
Surviving are her children, L.B. Hardwick (Barbara) of Columbia, SC, Gene A. Hardwick (JoEllen) of Loris, SC, Angie H. Johnson of Galivants Ferry, SC, Harrell W. Hardwick (Pat) of Conway, SC and Agnes H. Roberts (Nelson) of Galivants Ferry, SC.; her two daughters-in law, Myrtle L. Hardwick of Charleston, SC and Vista B. Hardwick of Aynor, SC. She is also survived by eighteen (18) grandchildren, twenty-four (24) great-grandchildren, one (1) great-greatgrandchild, and her caregivers, Bobbie Best and Vera Johnson.
The family will receive friends Monday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel.
Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday in the Berea Baptist Church…. Interment will follow in the church cemetery….
The Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
Photo from Berea Baptist Church Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ida Alford Hardwick (SS# issued in SC) was born 13 Nov 1915, last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Ashley Levi Alford Jr. and Carrie Mae Page Alford; and siblings Ashley Levi Alford III, Leon Jehu Alford Sr., Loretta Froline Alford Perritt, and Sallie Mae Alford Rogers in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Ida Louisa 1915 SC1, Ashley Levi 1885 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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INA MCDANIEL ALFORD JONES
THE ROBESONIAN
Lumberton, Robeson Co., NC—_____ September 1999
Photo from Florence National Cemetery, Florence, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Danny & Judy Ard
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Ina A. Jones (SS# issued in SC), last residence Florence, Florence Co., SC.
See the obituary of her daughter daughter Susan Alford Dillon in this compilation. We included the obituary of her first husband, Hopkin Alford, in North Carolina Obituaries.
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IONA V. “TONY” BARNHILL ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 9 April 1996
Name: Iona (Tony) Barnhill Alford
Parents: Cordi and Trolly Cox Barnhill
Spouse: A.L. Alford
Date of Birth: Jan. 9, 1922
Place of Birth: Mount Trolly area
Date of Death: Wednesday, Apr. 3
Place of Death: her home (Article headlined Galivants Ferry)
Place of Burial: Methodist Rehobeth Church in Galivants Ferry cemetery
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Iona V. Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Ashley Levi Alford III, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone.; and son Leo Alford in this compilation.
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IRENE ELIZABETH ALFORD WILLIAMS
Sister of Isaac Edwin Alford, AAFA #0389
THE MESSENGER
Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC—Wednesday, 15 October 2008
BISHOPVILLE [Lee Co.]—Funeral services for Irene Elizabeth Alford Williams of Bishopville were held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, at Bethesda Baptist Church, Society Hill. Burial followed in the church cemetery directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home Inc. of Darlington.
Mrs. Williams died Monday, Oct. 6, in a Bishopville nursing home after an illness.
She was born in Society Hill, a daughter of the late Robert Coleman and Pauline Gandy Alford. She was the widow of Isaac Williams. At an early age she joined Bethesda Baptist Church. She received her formal education in the Darlington County public school system and later received her nursing degree. She made her home in Philadelphia, Pa., Lawnside, N.J., and Pooler, Ga., before returning to South Carolina.
Survivors include one son, Deacon Joseph (Patricia) Clinton of Pooler, Ga.; one grandson, Pastor Joseph Clinton III; one greatgrandson, Derrick; one great-granddaughter, Jayilynn, all of Pooler, Ga.; two sisters, Florence Delk and Janie Johnson, both of Bishopville; nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by four brothers, Robert, Marion, Isaac and Roland Alford, and one sister, Alice Alford Bruce.
The family is receiving friends at the home of a sister, Florence Delk, of 816 Mansville St. Charles Road, Bishopville.
Photos from Bethesda Baptist Church Cemetery, Society Hill, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Karen
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Irene E. Williams (SS# issued in PA) was born 22 July 1921, last residence Bishopville, Lee Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her father, Robert Coleman Alford; and siblings Alice Alford Bruce, Florence Alford Delk, and Roland Furman Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Isaac Edwin Alford in Washington Obituaries. Isaac’s In Remembrance, with extensive census data, is posted to AAFA’s Member Memorials.
From 1870 to 1920, this African-American family was enumerated on censuses in Society Hill, Darlington Co., SC.
They were not located on the 1860 census since they were probably slaves. The 1860 Slave Census for Darlington Co., SC, shows no Alford slave owners (slaves were not named but listed by age and sex only). A map published by Harper’s Weekly in November 1861 showed that 59% of the people in Darlington Co. were African-American.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #8.
Her lineage: Irene Elizabeth 1921 SC1, Robert Coleman 1886 SC2, Coleman 1846 SC3.
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IRENE POSTON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 1 November 1970
MYRTLE BEACH [Horry Co.]—Mrs. Irene Poston Alford, 50, wife of Leon Alford of Ramsey Acres, died Saturday morning [October 31] at a Charleston hospital after an extended illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Myrtle Beach Church of God.... Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford was born in Florence County, a daughter of the late Commodore and Ella Poston Poston. She was a member of Myrtle Beach Church of God.
Survivors besides her husband are three sons, Johnny, Billy and Mitchell Alford, all of Myrtle Beach; two daughters, Mrs. Benjamin Suggs of Myrtle Beach and Mrs. Lawayne C. Poston of Johnsonville; four sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Yarborough of Pamplico, Mrs. Pearline Langston and Mrs. Jack Woodberry, both of Marshville, N.C., and Mrs. Romeo Woodbuerry of Florence; and five grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Leon Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son Billy G. Alford in this compilation.
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IRENE ROBERTS ALFORD
Aunt of Gladys Alford Everhardt, AAFA #0273
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 5 May 2008
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
[An almost identical article was published in The Sun News, Myrtle Beach, SC, same date.]
GEORGETOWN [Georgetown Co.]—Irene Roberts Alford, 88, the widow of Miley Preston Alford, passed away Saturday morning, May 3, 2008, at the Mullins Nursing Center. Funeral services will be 7 PM, Monday evening, May 5, 2008, at the Ringle Heights Baptist Church. A reception will be immediately after the service in the church fellowship hall. A Committal Ceremony will be 11 AM, Tuesday morning, May 6, 2008, in the Methodist Rehobeth Cemetery north of Aynor directed by the Georgetown Chapel of McKenzie Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford was born November 9, 1919, in Galivants Ferry, the daughter of Hannibal H. Roberts and Sally Stroud Roberts. She was foremost a mother but worked over the years in retail and on a farm. She was a member of the Ringle Heights Baptist Church for 40+ years where she is remembered as faithful and diligent servant.
Predeceased by her parents; her husband; a sister, Inez Johnson, and a niece, Bonnie Mae Kayes.
Surviving are one son, Billy A. (Mickey) Alford of Rincon, GA; two daughters, Dixie A. Davis and Brenda J. (James) Redick, both of Georgetown; one sister, Gertrude R. Alford of Mullins; a beloved nephew, J.B. Crawford of Conway; 9 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and 1 great great-grandchild.
McKenzie Funeral Home is honored to serve the Alford family. Online Family Register at mckenziefuneralh@aol.com. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Irene Roberts Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 9 Nov 1919.
See the obituary of her husband, Miley Preston Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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ISABEL CHAPMAN PAYSINGER ALFORD
[Although Isabel died in NC, we are including her obituary here because she lived most of her life in SC.]
THE HERALD-SUN
Durham, Durham Co., NC—Sunday, 11 July 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
HILLSBOROUGH [Orange Co., NC]—Mrs. Isabel Chapman Paysinger Alford, 85, of 2312 Blair Dr., died Friday, July 9, 2004, in her home. Mrs. Alford was formerly a resident of North Charleston, SC for 61 years, where she was a member of the North Charleston United Methodist Church and a past member of the Eastern Star-Omar Temple. She retired from the Charleston County School System. She was the widow of James Monroe Alford.
Surviving are her daughters, Patricia A. Brooks and husband, Jerry L. Brooks and Barbara A. Stephenson and husband, Roger N. Stephenson; six grandchildren, James G. Brooks, Elizabeth A. Atkinson, Terri J. Emerson (Peter W. Emerson), Brenda A, Spruill (Adam N. Spruill), Lucy Ann Stephenson, and John Wesley Stephenson; six great-grandchildren, Charles Richard Atkinson, Kayla Atkinson, Nicole Christine Abernathy, Andrew Nixon Spruill, Alyssa Joy Emerson, and Alexander Neil Spruill.
Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, in Magnolia Cemetery, Latta [Dillon Co.], SC….Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m., Sunday, in Smith-Collins Funeral Home, Marion, SC. Arrangements by Walker’s Funeral Home of Hillsborough.
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SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, SC—Sunday, 11 July 2004
HILLSBOROUGH [Orange Co.], N.C.—Mrs. Isabel Chapman Paysinger Alford, 85, died July 9, 2004 at her residence after an illness.
Mrs. Alford was born August 29, 1918 in Clio, S.C., a daughter of the late Albert S. Paysinger and the late Lura B. Paysinger. Mrs. Alford retired from the Charleston County School System. She was a resident of North Charleston for 61 years. She was also a past member of Eastern Star-Omar Temple and a member of North Charleston United Methodist Church.
Survivors include her children, Patricia A. Brooks and her husband, Jerry, of Goose Creek, S.C. and Barbara A. Stephenson and her husband, Roger, of Hillsborough, N.C. Six grandchildren James G. Brooks, Elizabeth A. Atkinson, Terri J. Emerson and her husband, Peter; Brenda A. Spruill and her husband, Adam; Lucy Ann Stephenson and John Wesley Stephenson and six great grandchildren, Charles Richard Atkinson, Kayla Ann Atkinson, Nicole Christine Abernathy, Andrew Nixon Spruill, Alyssa Joy Emerson and Alexander Neil Spruill….
Graveside services will be held 3 p.m., Sunday, July 11, 2004 at Magnolia Cemetery in Latta, S.C. Directed by Smith-Collins Funeral Home of Marion, S.C.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Isabel P. Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Goose Creek, Berkeley Co., SC, and last benefit to Charleston, Charleston Co., SC.
See the obituariy of her husband, James Monroe Alford, in this compilation.
Isabel and her husband James Monroe Alford share a gravestone in Magnolia Cemetery.
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ISABELLA MISHOE GERALD ALFORD
Photo from her Find A Grave memorial
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 16 August 1953
GALIVANT’S FERRY, Aug. 15—Funeral services for Mrs. Isabel Mishoe Gerald Alford of Route 2, Galivant’s Ferry, were conducted Saturday afternoon in Methodist Rehobeth Church…. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Alford died unexpectedly at her home Thursday night [August 13].
She was born in Horry County, daughter of the late John and Annie Pope Mishoe. Mrs. Alford was twice married. From the first marriage, three sons survive: Ben C. Gerald of Aynor, Frank Gerald of Mullins and Everett Gerald of Norfolk.
Four sons survive from the second marriage. They are Niley [sic: Miley] Alford of Galivant’s Ferry, Arnold Alford of Red Springs, N.C., Meddie Alford of Norfolk and Ebbie Alford of Marion, Route 1; two daughters, Mrs. Doskey Alford Sarvis of Marion and Mrs. Martha Alford Miller of Columbus, Ga.
Also surviving are a brother, Frank Mishoe of Route 3, Nichols; two sisters, Mrs. Johnnie Mishoe and Mrs. Shirley Small, both of Route 3, Nichols; 32 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Photo from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her children Debbie Lee Alford Sarvis and Miley Preston Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her sons Arnold Cody Alford and Ebbie C. Alford in Florida Obituaries.
Isabel was the second wife of Joseph Preston Alford. Her first husband was Everett F. Gerald, 1881–1909, last name spelled Gerrald on his gravestone [Find A Grave].
From:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 9 May 1942
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her second husband’s lineage: Joseph Preston 1877 SC1, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC2, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC3, John B. 1780 NC4, William 1760 NC5.
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ISABELLE FRASER HALFORD
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—27 May 2011
SPARTANBURG, SC—Isabelle Fraser Halford, 86, of Spartanburg, died Wednesday, May 25, 2011, at Magnolia Manor-Inman. Born March 6, 1925, in Lawrence, MA, she was the wife of Dewey Halford, of the home.
Isabelle retired from M&M Chevrolet and also worked at A&P Grocery. She was a member of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, a long-time member of the choir, and founder of The Prime Timers Group.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughter, Denise Watson of Spartanburg; and two grandchildren, Paige and Jonathan Watson of Spartanburg.
Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 PM Friday, May 27, 2011 at Floyd’s North Church Street Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, May 28, 2011, at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church…. Entombment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens Heritage Chapel Mausoleum….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Isabelle Fraser Halford, (SS# issued in MA), last residence Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC.
See the obituary of her brother-in-law James Edward Halford Sr., with census reports, in this compilation.
Her husband’s HALFORD lineage, in part from Dyer Family Tree on Ancestry: Dewey Dean 1928 SC1, James Walter 1892 NC2, Samuel Zebulon Columbus 1862 NC3, John Wesley 1837 NC4, Thomas Jefferson 1802 NC5, John 1765 VA6, John 1745 ?? 7.
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IZELL ALFORD, SR.
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 28 April 2016
Izell Alford, of 3505 Kelford Drive, Columbia, died Wednesday. Plans will be announced by Leevy’s Funeral Home, Taylor Street Chapel
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THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 1 May 2016
COLUMBIA—Funeral services for Mr. Izell Alford, Sr. will be held Monday at 1:00 p.m. at the Truth Church Ministry (Formerly Daughter of Zion Church), with burial to follow in the church cemetery. A visitation will be held this evening at the Leevy’s Funeral Home, Lower Richland Chapel, Hopkins.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
From Richland County Marriage License Inquiry: Izell Alford married Annie Campbell on 28 May 1955 in Richland Co., SC.
Leevy’s Funeral Home traditionally serves the African-American community.
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J.D. ALFORD
BEAUFORT GAZETTE
Beaufort, Beaufort Co., SC—Monday, 5 September 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
JENKINS—J.D. Alford, 67, of the Jenkins Community, died Thursday, Sept. 1, 2005, in his home.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the House of God Keith Dominion in Jenkins with burial following in the Jerusalem Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born July 3, 1938, in Greenville, Ga., a son of the late Charlie and Essie Mae Alford.
He attended the local public schools of Meriweather County, Ga. After making Beaufort his home, Mr. Alford was employed by Malphrus Construction Company and later retired from Bull Point Plantation.
Survivors include his wife, Harriet Bryan Alford, of Jenkins; a daughter, Dorothy J. Alford of Jenkins; three sisters, Martha Godfrey, Johnnie Mae Barnes and Shirley Jean Johnson, all of Greenville, Ga.; and two brothers, Willie H. Alford and David Alford, both of Greenville, Ga.
Marshel’s Wright-Donaldson Home For Funerals is in charge.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of J.D. Alford (SS# issued in NC), last residence Lobeco, Beaufort Co., SC.
Beaufort Co., SC, has a Jenkins Creek, but no town named Jenkins.
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JACK ALFORD, JR.
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—_____ September 2016
Jack Alford Jr. was born August 20, 1943 in Columbia, South Carolina. He was the oldest of four children born to Ruth and (the late) Jack Alford, Sr.
Jack, affectionately known as “Jackie,” passed away on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at Providence Hospital surrounded by family.
Jackie was educated in the public schools of Brooklyn, New York. He returned to Columbia in 1975 and began working at Stone Container. Jackie had a long career with Stone Container, retiring after more than 20 years of service.
His mother instilled in him a strong love for Jehovah God, which moved him to symbolize his dedication to Him through baptism on June 1, 1960. For over 56 years, Jackie was a faithful and dedicated servant of Jehovah, attending the East Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Columbia.
Jackie was well known for his stylish dressing and was a trailblazer for his fashion sense. He had a fun-loving personality and enjoyed entertaining. He was an amazing singer and enjoyed dancing and watching movies; but, his greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends. He will be remembered for having a sense of humor like no other, his generosity toward others and his charisma. Jackie will truly be missed, but we long to see him in Paradise.
Mr. Alford is survived by his mother, Ruth Alford; sons, Gregory (Rosalind) and Jeffrey (Tracey) Alford; daughter, Natalie Flippen-Alford; grandchildren, Quiana, Alex, Tyrone and Caitlyn Alford; great-grandchildren: Xaviana, Jalen, Destiny and Zariah; aunt, Verdie Barrow; uncle, Manley Hogg; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends, all of whom will miss him dearly.
He was predeceased by his son, Stacey Alford; father, Jack Alford, Sr.; and siblings, Sandra Flippen, Ronald Alford and Deborah Woodard.
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THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 30 September 2016
COLUMBIA—Jack Alford, Jr., 73, passed away on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at Providence Hospital surrounded by family.
Jack, affectionately known as “Jackie,” was born in Columbia, SC on August 20, 1943. He was the eldest son of Ruth and (the late) Jack Alford, Sr.
He is survived by his mother, Ruth Alford; sons, Gregory (Rosalind) and Jeffrey (Tracey) Alford; daughter, Natalie Flippen-Alford; grandchildren: Quiana, Alex, Tyrone and Caitlyn Alford; great-grandchildren: Xaviana, Jalen, Destiny and Zariah; aunt, Verdie Barrow; uncle, Manley Hogg; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
He was predeceased by his son, Stacey Alford; father, Jack Alford, Sr.; and siblings, Sandra Flippen, Ronald Alford and Deborah Woodard.
Jackie’s memorial service will be held Saturday, October 1, 2016, 3:00 PM at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 120 Warner Drive, Columbia. Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home, has been entrusted with the arrangements….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
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JACK ALFORD, SR.
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 28 January 2001
COLUMBIA—Services for Jack Alford will be held at noon today in the Leevy’s Funeral Home, Taylor Street Chapel with burial to follow in the Lincoln Cemetery. Leevy’s Funeral Home, Taylor Street Chapel is in charge.
Mr. Alford died Thursday [January 25]. Born in Eastover [Richland Co.], South Carolina, he was the son of the late Warren Alford and Ellen Ashford Shuler. Mr. Alford worked for Seastrunk Electric Company before moving to New York in his early twenties. Mr. Alford was a painter by trade and a member of the Teamsters Union of New York City.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Ruth Alford; four children, Jack Alford Jr., of Columbia, South Carolina; Ronald (Viola) Alford, of Irmo, South Carolina; Sandra Flippen, of Columbia, South Carolina and Deborah (Daniel) Woodard, of Hopkins, South Carolina; one sister, Sadie Alford; eight grandchildren other loving relatives and friends.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his son Ronald R. Alford in this compilation.
Leevy’s Funeral Home traditionally serves the African-American community.
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JACOB ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Wednesday, 29 July 1914
BLENHEIM, July 29—News has reached here of the death at Clio of Mr. Jacob Alford, former postmaster here and long a most highly esteemed citizen of this community. Mr. Alford had been in feeble health for a long while, and while his death was not altogether unexpected, it was nevertheless, a great shock to his relatives and host of friends. He was about 75 years of age. He was a member of the Parnassus M.E. Church, and the interment was at the Parnassus Cemetery at 10 o’clock this morning….
Modest, gentle and unassuming, Mr. Alford lived a life of fidelity and consecration, setting a noble example to the youth of the land. And he had in many ways greatly endeared himself to a host of friends, who mourn his passing. A gentleman of the “old school,” unhappily growing less and less as the years pass, has gone to his reward.
Photo from Parnussus Graveyard, Blenheim, Marlboro Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: Jacob was the son of Jacob Alford and his second wife, Katherine McRae.
From 1860 to 1900, Jacob is single, living with the family of his sister Margaret Katherine Alford McLeod in Marlboro Co., SC.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Jacob 1835 NC1, Jacob 1789 NC2, James 1764 NC3, Jacob 1738 VA4, Lodwick 1710 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA7.
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JACQUELINE ALFORD HARRELSON
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 25 April 2015
Jacqueline “Jackie” Alford Harrelson, 77, of Hartsville, died Thursday. Friends may call from 5-7 p.m. today at Norton Funeral Home.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
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JAKE ALFORD
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Friday, 8 February 1963
JAKE ALFORD DIES AT BREWER HOSPITAL
NINETY SIX—Jake Alford died in Brewer Hospital Wednesday night [February 6] at 11:55 after an illness of several days.
He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Mary E. Walker of Philadephia; two brothers, Lomar Alford of Newberry and Major Alford of Columbia; a sister, Mrs. Viola McClinton of Greenwood; two grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday at 2 p.m. from Varnsville Baptist Church in Newberry County…. Daniel and Son Funeral Home in charge.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his wife, Amanda Conway Alford, in this compilation.
On Jake Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 38, born 2 Sept 1880. He is a Negro farmer living in Chappells, Newberry Co., SC. His nearest relative is Manda Alford.
In 1940, Greenwood Co., SC, Jake Alford, age 53 born SC, is living with his wife Amanda 48 SC.
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JAMES ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 3 September 1976
DARLINGTON—Funeral services for James Alford will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday in Round O Baptist Church. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Gardens, directed by Jordan Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford died Tuesday [August 31] at this home after an apparent heart attack.
He was born in Darlington County, a son of the late Joseph and Josephine Gandy Alford. He attended Darlington schools.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Minnie Gandy Alford of the home; three daughters, Mrs. Jessica Olliver of Jamaica, N.Y., Miss Doris Ann Alford of Darlington, and Mrs. Addie J. Radcliff of Bronx, N.Y.; four sons, James C. Alford of Bronx, N.Y., James Alford Jr. of Brooklyn, N.Y., Ted C. Alford of New York, N.Y., and Wellington Alford of Jamaica, N.Y.; five brothers, Willie Alford of Newport News, Va., Johnny Alford and Carey Alford, both of Darlington, Dandy Alford of Elizabeth, N.J. and Lister Alford of Baltimore, Md.; two sisters, Mrs. Rachel C. Jordan of Darlington and Mrs. Annie J. Kelley of Plant City, Fla.; 17 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 4 Aug 1904 and died _____ Sept 1976, last residence Darlington.
1930 CENSUS
Darlington (District 4), Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #28:
James Alford head B 24 SC SC SC farmer
age 22 at 1st marriage
Minnie wife B 24 SC SC SC age 22 at 1st marriage
Jessiebel dau B 2-5/12 SC SC SC
J.C. son B 4-12 SC SC SC
Annabell sister-in-law B 9 SC SC SC
Mont Clare (District 19), Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #178:
Joe Alford head B 50 SC SC SC farmer widower
Dandy son B 17 SC SC SC
Rachel dau B 14 SC SC SC
Winnie dau B 13 SC SC SC
Frank son B 9 SC SC SC
Carry son B 8 SC SC SC
Salista son B 6 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Mont Clare (District 17), Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #56:
Joe Alford head B 45 SC SC SC farmer
Josephine wife B 40 SC SC SC
Geneva dau B 17 SC SC SC
Idella dau B [illeg] SC SC SC
Johney son B 13 SC SC SC
James son B 11 SC SC SC
Leroy son B 10 SC SC SC
Willie son B 8 SC SC SC
Henry son B 6 SC SC SC
Evander son B 5 SC SC SC
Anna dau B 1 SC SC SC
Howard grandson B 2 SC SC SC
Charley grandson B 2 SC SC SC
Next door is their son Joseph Alford, 21, and his wife.
1910 CENSUS
Mechanicsville (District 11), Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #55:
Josephine Alford head B 35 SC SC SC farm work widow
9 children, 8 living
Connie dau B 15 SC SC SC
Joseph son B 14 SC SC SC
Eva dau B 12 SC SC SC
Della dau B 11 SC SC SC
Johnnie son B 9 SC SC SC
James son B 5 SC SC SC
Leory son B 3 SC SC SC
William son B 1 SC SC SC
His lineage: James 1904 SC1, Joseph about 1875 SC2.
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JAMES ANDREW ALFORD, SR.
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Sunday, 27 February 1972
Photo from Wood Memorial Park, Duncan, Spartanburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Marilyn C
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his daughter Florrie Mae Alford Roberts in this compilation.
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JAMES AUGUSTUS “GUS” ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 20 October 1960
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—James Augustus Alford, 81, died Wednesday [October 19] morning at St. Eugene Hospital where he had been a patient two months.
A retired painting contractor, Mr. Alford was a member of the Presbyterian Church and of the Woodmen of the World.
He was the son of the late David [sic: Daniel] and Betty Walter Alford of the Minturn section where he will be buried in Alford Cemetery following funeral services at Bethea Funeral Home at 11 a.m. Thursday.
He is survived by: his widow, Mrs. Maybelle Alford, a sister, Miss Nina Alford, and a nephew, Laval Osteen, all of Dillon.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Maybelle Alford Alford; his parents, Daniel Warren Alford (with census records) and Elizabeth F. “Bettie” Walter Alford; and his siblings Adfull Pierce Alford, Addie Anina “Nina” Alford, and Harriet Onelia Alford Osteen in this compilation.
On James Augustus Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 39, a cotton masher [?] living in Dillon, Dillon Co., SC. He was born 4 Nov 1878. His nearest relative is May Belle Alford of the same address.
It is not known why his gravestone dates differ from dates found elsewhere.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: James Augustus 1878 SC1, Daniel Warren 1839 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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JAMES CLYDE HALFORD
James and his first wife, Annie Louise Jeffords
Photo from his grandson Randall Robinson – used with permission
About 1960
Photo from Marilyn Reed Thomson’s Reed-Thomson Family Tree (Ancestry)
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 6 September 1967
Photo from Magnolia Cemetery, Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patrick Yearty
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James Halford (SS# issued in SC) was born 16 Sep 1886 [different than gravestone] and died _____ Sept 1967, last residence Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Annie Louise Jeffords Halford; second wife, Rachael Maude Miller Boyd Halford; and mother, Emma Catherine Beard Halford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his son James Everette Halford in Texas Obituaries; of his son Joseph Clyde Halford in New Mexico Obituaries; of his daughter Mary Louise “Mayme” Halford Roehrs Gilbert in Washington Obiuaries; of his daughter Maud Miller Halford Harrelson in Georgia Obituaries; and of his daughter Pretto Elliott Halford Robinson in California Obituaries.
On James Clyde Halford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he lists his birth date as 16 Sept 1886 and clearly signs his name James Clyde Halford. He is a shoe salesman and supports his mother, wife, and 2 children.
His HALFORD lineage: James Clyde 1886 SC1, James W. 1859 SC2, William Richard 1832 SC3, William Richard 1796 SC4, Achillis 1754 VA5.
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JAMES COUSAR ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 24 September 1966
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—J. Cousar Alford, 84, died Friday [Sept 23] in a Mullins hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Bethea Funeral Home with burial in the Riverside Cemetery....
He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Sophie Wiggins [probably his sister, not his daughter], Columbia, Miss Mack Alford, Dillon; several nieces and nephews.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 23 Oct 1881, death _____ Sept 1966.
See the obituaries of his mother, Mary Elizabeth Campbell Alford; and siblings Annie Lee Alford Stackhouse, Viola Alford McLean, and William Benjamin Alford in this compilation.
On James Cousar Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 36, a self-employed farmer living in Dillon. He confirms his birth date, names E.A. Alford of the same address as his nearest relative, and signs his name J.C. Alford. L.B. Alford was the Registrar.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: James Cousar 1881 SC1, Benjamin Ancel 1852 SC2, Benjamin Lee 1809 NC3, Elias 1779 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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JAMES DAVID HALFORD
Photo from Goldfinch Funeral Home
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 2 September 2014
GEORGETOWN—James David Halford, “Jimmy”, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 27, 2014.
Born in Iron Station, NC, Jimmy was married to his wife Faye J. Harrelson Halford, faithfully for 43 years. He also was an amazing father to his daughter Andie. As a resident of DeBrodieu Colony, Georgetown, SC, he enjoyed North Inlet fishing, oceanside with his family, and happy hour by the creek. An avid duck hunter, he also liked to deer, dove, and quail hunt (and always had his black labs by his side). He served in the US Navy for 2 years, was the President of The T.J Harrelson Roofing and Painting Company in Columbia, SC, until retirement. He was a member of Pawleys Island Community Church.
Survivors include his wife Faye J. Halford of Georgetown; his daughter Andie Robinson and son-in-law Randall of Pawleys Island; grandchildren; Parker, Peyton, Miles and Matt Robinson; a sister Betty H. Jones and a brother Alex Lee Luke.
A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 am, Friday, September 5, 2014 at the Pawleys Island Community Church Chapel.
Our family would like to extend our deepest gratitude, to Tidelands Hospice House, of Georgetown, SC. We are so thankful to the staff, nurses, and volunteers, who took the most amazing care of us all.
Jimmy, never met a stranger, was loved by many, and will be missed by all. “If you couldn’t find him, all you had to do was look outside.”
The family requests that memorial donations be made to Tidelands Hospice, 2591 N. Fraser St, Georgetown, SC 29440 or to Pawleys Island Community Church, 10304 Ocean Hwy, Pawleys Island, SC 29585…. Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
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JAMES DUNCAN ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 29 January 1987
Name: James Duncan Alford
Parents: Ruth McLaurin Alford and Joseph Gray (Grady) Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 48
Place of Birth: Marlboro County
Date of Death: Sunday
Place of Burial: services at Carolina Presbyterian Church
Photo from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 3 May 1938 and died _____ Jan 1987, last residence Little Rock, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his parents, Joseph Grady Alford and Ruth McLaurin Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: James Duncan 1938 SC1, Joseph Grady 1894 SC2, Daniel James 1853 SC3, Paisley 1825 NC4, Sion 1796 NC5, Warren 1770 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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JAMES EARL ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 14 August 1941
Name: James Earl Alford
Date of Birth/Age: 18 (report of drowning).
AAFA NOTES: AAFA is not able to identify this family.
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JAMES EDWARD ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 14 March 2000
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
LORIS [Horry Co.]—James Edward Alford, 67, of the Allsbrook community, died Sunday, March 12, 2000, at Loris Community Hospital after an illness.
He was born Feb. 2, 1933, in Loris, a son of the late Grover McClellean Alford and Mary Mae Suggs Alford.
He was a retired furniture finisher and a member of Cane Branch Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Stevens Alford; a son Larry E. Alford and his wife, Ann, of Loris; an aunt, Marie Register of Wilmington, NC; and four grandchildren, Dewayne Alford, Maranda Todd and Carter Watts, all of Loris, and Dale Watts of Conway.
The funeral will be at 4 p.m. today at Cane Branch Baptist Church…. Burial will be in Cane Branch Cemetery. Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris is in charge.
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HORRY INDEPENDENT
Conway, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 16 March 2000
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
LORIS [Horry Co.]—Services for James Edward Alford, 67, were held Tuesday in Cane Branch Baptist Church, directed by Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris.
Mr. Alford died March 12 at Loris Community Hospital following an illness.
Born in Loris, he was a son of the late Grover McClellan and Mary Mae Suggs Alford. Mr. Alford was a retired furniture finisher and a member of Cane Branch Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Mary Stevens Alford of Loris; a son and daughter-in-law, Larry E. and Ann Alford of Loris; an aunt, Marie Register of Wilmington, N.C.; and four grandchildren, Dewayne Alford, Maranda Todd and Carter Watts of Loris, and Dale Watts of Conway.
Photo from Cane Branch Baptist Church Cemetery, Allsbrook, Horry Co, SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James E. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 2 February 1933, last residence Loris, Horry Co.
See the obituary of his father, Grover McClellan Alford, in this compilation.
The newspaper obituary was titled “Edward Alford,” so apparently he went by his middle name.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: James Edward 1933 SC1, Grover McClellan 1910 SC2, William Leslie 1888 SC3, Ashley Levi 1842 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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JAMES EDWARD “J.E.” ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 16 November 1997
Published in AAFA ACTION, Spring 1998
NICHOLS [Marion Co.]—Services for James Edward “J.E.” Alford, 68, will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at Cox-Collins Funeral Home Chapel, with burial in Cedardale Cemetery....
Mr. Alford died Friday [November 14]. Born in Marion County, he was a son of Susanna Brown Alford, and the late Edward Alford.
Surviving are wife, Hazel Irwin Alford of Nichols; sisters, Elsie Williams, Kathryn McCormick and Ann Fowler; step-daughters, Carol Martin and Judi Orthowitz; his mother of Mullins; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
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POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 16 November 1997
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
NICHOLS [Horry Co.]—James Edward “J.E.” Alford, 68, a retired trucking line manager, died Friday in a Marion County hospital. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Monday in Cox-Collins Funeral Home in Mullins. Burial will be in Cedardale Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion County, a son of Edward M. Alford and Susanna Brown Alford. He was a Navy veteran and a member of Gapway Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Hazel Irwin Alford; two stepdaughters, Carol Martin of Indianapolis and Judy Orthowitz of Phoenix; three sisters, Elsie A. Williams of Lugoff, Kathryn A. McCormick of Nichols and Ann A. Fowler of Mullins; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Photo from Cedardale Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James E. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 17 April 1929.
See the obituaries of his wife, Hazel L. Irwin Alford; parents, Edward Manuel Alford and Nancy Susanna Brown Alford; and sister Elsie Alford Drew Williams in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: James Edward 1929 SC1, Edward Manuel 1906 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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JAMES EDWARD HALFORD, SR.
Photo from his Find A Grave memorial
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Monday, 20 March 2000
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
James Edward Halford, Sr., 73, of 109 Timothy St. died March 19, 2000, in Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. A native of Spartanburg, he was a son of the late Walter James and Emma Gibbs Halford. He was retired from Hoechst Celanese, and was a member of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, where he was a former Junior Warden. He was a member of St. John Masonic Lodge No. 333, the Spartanburg York Rite Bodies, and the Hejaz Shrine Temple. He served in the Navy during WWII.
Surviving are his wife, Joanne Prince Halford; three sons, Walter Eugene Halford of the home, James Edward Halford, Jr. and Philip Lee Halford, Sr. of Spartanburg; one daughter, Suzie Halford Thomas of Spartanburg; one brother, Dewey Dean Halford of Spartanburg; four sisters, Ruth Campbell, Juanita Hopkins, and Frances Elledge, all of Spartanburg, and Jeri Palmer of Cincinnati, Ohio; and four grandchildren....
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church.... Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens....
Photo from Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nana x4
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James E. Halford (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 August 1926, last residence Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co.
See the obituaries of his wife, Joanne Prince Halford; and sisters Juanita Halford Hopkins and Ruth Margaret Halford Campbell in this compilation.
On James W. Halford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 24, a machinist living in Glendale, Spartanburg Co., SC. He was b. 24 Aug 1892 in Madison Co., NC, and is married with 1 child. He has brown eyes and auburn hair.
From North Carolina Birth Index, 1800–2000 (Ancestry): James Walter Halford was born 26 Aug 1892 in Marshall, Madison Co., NC, son of Zeb Columbus Halford and Maggie Stroupe.
1930 CENSUS
Beech Springs (District 10), Spartanburg Co., SC, Dwelling #489:
James W. Halford head 38 NC NC NC power plant mechanic
Emma wife 32 SC SC SC
Ruth dau 13 SC NC SC
Juanita dau 9 SC NC SC
Frances dau 5 SC NC SC
James son 3-7/12 SC NC SC
Dewey E. son 1-6/12 SC NC SC
1920 CENSUS
Beech Springs (District 78), Spartanburg Co., SC, Dwelling #186:
Walter Halford head 28 NC NC NC cotton mill laborer
Emma wife 22 SC SC SC
Maggie A. dau 3-4/12 SC SC SC
Roy W. son 1 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Spartanburg (District 90), Spartanburg Co., SC, Dwelling #306:
Jeb Halford head 49 NC NC NC cotton mill laborer
1st marriage 22 years
Maggie wife 48 NC NC NC 5 children, 4 living
Mary dau 21 NC NC NC cotton mill weaver
Walter son 18 NC NC NC cotton mill weaver
Woodard son 14 NC NC NC cotton mill doffer
John son 8 NC NC NC
Nora Vess boarder 21 NC NC NC cotton mill skinner
1900 CENSUS
Marshall (District 73), Madison Co., NC, Dwelling #236:
Reb A. Halford head 36 b. Apr 1864 NC NC NC farmer
m. 12 years
Maggie wife 35 b. Apr 1865 NC NC NC 8 children, 4 living
Mary dau 16 b. Aug 1883 NC NC NC
Alice dau 10 b. July 1889 NC NC NC
Walter son 7 b. Aug 1892 NC NC NC
Woodard son 4 b. Jan 1896 NC NC NC
His HALFORD lineage, in part from Dyer Family Tree on Ancestry: James Edward 1926 SC1, James Walter 1892 NC2, Samuel Zebulon Columbus 1862 NC3, John Wesley 1837 NC4, Thomas Jefferson 1802 NC5, John 1765 VA6, John 1745 ??7.
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JAMES FRED ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 4 July 1972
MARION—James Fred Alford, 85, died in a local hospital Monday after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. from Smith Brothers Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Devotion Gardens Cemetery.
Mr. Alford is survived by his wife, Mrs. Laura Allen Alford of the home; four daughters, Mrs. Willard Dix of Myrtle Beach; Mrs. J.P. Graham of Marion; Mrs. Clyde Cooper of Mullins; and Mrs. W.J. Sellers of Myrtle Beach; two sons, T.L. Alford of Marion; and Donnie Alford of Wilmington, N.C.; two brothers, Dewey Alford of Conway; and Alex Alford of Galivants Ferry; and one sister, Mrs. Mammie [sic] Lewis of Galivants Ferry.
Photos from Devotion Gardens, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Ron Rowell
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 January 1888, last residence Marion, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Laura Allen Alford; daughters Doris L. Alford Cooper and Gertie Alford Dix; parents, Samuel Pressley Alford and Ellen Frances Roberts Alford; and brothers Alex Ander Alford Sr. and Joe Alford; in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Donnie Leaneau Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: James Fred 1888 SC1, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC2, James T. 1830 SC3, Levi Solomon 1800 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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JAMES FRIERSON ALFORD, JR.
Uncle of Howard Alford Jr., AAFA #0274
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 10 August 1933
Jas. F. Alford died at his home in east Dillon at 7 o’clock Thursday morning [August 3], following an illness of several weeks. Mr. Alford had been an invalid for several years, but was able to come down town occasionally until a few months ago when his remaining strength failed and he was forced to remain at home.
Mr. Alford was a son of the late J. Frierson and Annie Alford who were among Dillon’s pioneer citizens. He was born in Dillon, attended the public schools as a youth and his entire life was spent in this community with the exception of a short time when he lived in Free State.
Mr. Alford was married to Miss Ada Hayes, a daughter of the late J.S. Hayes of Free State.
He is survived by his widow and the following children: Annie Beck, Flora Margaret, Effie, Jimmie, and T.B. [Thomas Brooks] Alford. His surviving sisters and brothers are Mrs. C.H. Burroughs of Goldsboro, N.C., Mrs. William Gary of Tampa, Fla.; Howard Alford of Sumter, T.B. Alford of Charleston, and W.D. Alford of Tampa, Fla.
Funeral services were held at the residence at five o’clock Thursday afternoon, … and interment was made at Riverside cemetery.
The pallbearers were J.H. McLaurin, Albert Parker, A.B. Jordan, Calhoun Hayes, Robert Lane and C.L. Carmichael, Jr.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Ada Lee Hayes Alford; his daughters Ada Mae Alford, Effie Alford Douglas, and Rebecca Alford Henderson; his parents, James Frierson Alford Sr. and Annie Spears David Alford; and his brothers Thomas Brooks Alford and William Frank Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his son Thomas Brooks Alford Sr. in Georgia Obituaries; and of his brother William David Alford in Florida Obituaries.
From AAFA records, James was born 30 August 1883.
James is buried in the same plot as his wife and daughters Rebecca, Ada Mae, and Effie:
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: James Frierson 1883 SC1, James Frierson 1846 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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JAMES FRIERSON ALFORD, SR.
Grandfather of Howard Alford Jr., AAFA #0274
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 7 March 1912
Dillon was shocked Friday morning [March 1] when it was learned that Mr. J.F. Alford was dead. The day previous Mr. Alford was on the streets and appeared to be enjoying his usual health. Friday morning he came down town as usual but was feeling unwell. He went to the drug store and after taking some medicine returned to his home. Shortly; after entering the house he was taken desperately ill with acute indigestion and expired in a few minutes.
Mr. Alford was one of the pioneers of Dillon. He was born near Old Selkirk, 8 miles west of Dillon but spent a good portion of his life near Clio where he was engaged in farming. After giving up his farm he moved to Dillon where he continued to reside until his death last Friday.
In early life he was married to Miss Annie David, of Bennettsville and from this union were born several sons and daughters by whom he is survived. Messrs Howard, James, Brooks, and William Alford, Miss Annie Alford and Mrs. Charles Burroughs. His surviving brothers and sisters are Miss Mary Ann Alford of Selkirk, Mrs. McLean, of McColl and Messrs Manton and Neil Alford.
About two weeks ago Mr. Alford was preceded to the grave by his brother, Mr. Daniel Alford, and the loss of two brothers in the family within such short period of time makes his passing peculiarly sad. Having long since given up the active pursuits of life Mr. Alford spent his latter years quietly and contentedly, although up until the last he manifested deep interesting the affairs of his community. He was a man of few words, but strong convictions, and will be missed by his fellow citizens. His body was laid away in the family plot at the Alford burying ground near Selkirk Saturday morning.
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THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—2 March 1912
DILLON, March 1—J.F. Alford, 68 years old, died here this morning within a few minutes after being seized with an attack of acute indigestion. He was in town only a few minutes before his death and was apparently in good health. He was a man of few words, but in his quiet manner had won the esteem of many friends. The larger part of his life was spent on the farm near Clio, it was near Old Selkirk that he was born and was one of a large family. About 10 years ago he moved to Dillon. In his early life he was married to Miss Annie David of Bennettsville, and they have raised a large family.
He is survived by his wife, four boys and two girls, Howard, Jimmie, Brooks, William, Annie and Mrs. Charles H. Burroughs. Also he is survived by two brothers and two sisters, Manton and Neill, and Miss Mary Ann and Mrs. Doster McLean of McColl.
The burial will be held at the old Alford burial grounds, about nine miles from Dillon. About two weeks ago he was preceded to the grave by his brother, Daniel Alford, who also lived here and was a good citizen and reared a delightful family of children.
Photos from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: From AAFA records and his gravestone, James Frierson Alford was born 29 Aug 1846.
See the obituaries of his wife, Annie Spears David Alford; his sons James Frierson Alford Jr., Thomas Brooks Alford, and William Frank Alford; and his siblings Mary Ann Alford, Manton Alford, and Daniel Warren Alford in this compilation.
1880 CENSUS
Harleeville (District 89), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #481:
Frierson Alford head 33 SC NC NC farmer
Annie wife 20 SC SC SC
Spears son 8/12 SC SC SC b. Sept
The family of his brother Daniel Warren Alford is in dwelling #479.
Apparently two sons were named William: William Frank, who went by Frank, and William David. One of them is not listed in this obituary.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: James Frierson 1846 SC1, James Little 1811 NC2, Warren 1770 NC3, Jacob 1738 VA4, Lodwick 1710 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA7.
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JAMES GIBSON ALFORD, JR.
Husband of Nancy Bruner Alford AAFA #0418
Father of James W. Alford AAFA #0432
Father of Marianne Alford Voiselle AAFA #0433
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 18 April 1991
Included in AAFA ACTION, September 1991
ST. MATTHEWS [Calhoun Co.]—James Gibson Alford Jr., 57, a mental health counselor for the Orangeburg Area Mental Health Center, died Tuesday at his residence.
The funeral will be at 4 p.m. today in St. Matthews Parish Episcopal Church, Fort Motte. Burial, directed by Dukes-Harley Funeral Home, will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Sylvester, Ga., a son of James Gibson Alford and Mary Joiner Alford. He received his bachelor’s degree and master’s of social work degree from the University of Georgia. He was a co-founder of the Calhoun Players, a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers and the National Association of Social Workers. He was a past member of St. Matthews Rotary Club and Sons of the American Revolution. He was a member of St. Matthews Church, where he was a past vestryman.
Surviving are his wife, Nancy Bruner Alford; his mother of Waverly Hall, Ga.; a son, James W. Alford of Clover; a daughter, Marianne Voiselle of Charleston; and a grandchild.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
Her husband’s lineage: James Gibson 1934 GA1, James Gibson 1909 GA2, Green Floyd 1879 GA3, Columbus A. 1850 NC4, Green Haywood 1820 NC5, Green 1787 NC6, James Lodwick 1749 NC7
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JAMES GORDON HALFORD, JR.
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 8 June 1995
Services for Dr. James Gordon Halford Jr., 71, of 111 Briar Creek Lane will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. John’s United Methodist Church, with burial at 3:30 p.m. in Mount of Olives Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the church, the James Halford Endowment Scholarship of Wofford College, Hospice of the Upstate, Anderson Free Clinic, Halford Award for Leadership in Humane Education or the James Halford Primary Care Fund. McDougald Funeral Home is in charge.
Dr. Halford died Wednesday, June 7, 1995.
Born in Johnston, he was a son of the late James Gordon and Annie Crouch Halford. He was a graduate of Wofford College, Yale University and the Medical University of South Carolina and an Air Force flight surgeon during the Korean War. He was formerly in private practice and the founding director of the Anderson Family Practice residency program, where the medical building was named in his honor and the James Halford Primary Care Fund was established. He was former professor of family medicine with MUSC and clinical associate professor of medicine with the University of South Carolina. The Halford Award for Leadership in Humane Education was established by the S.C. Area Health Education Consortium. He received the Order of the Palmetto, 1989 Appalachia I Health District Volunteer Physician of the Year and Kentucky Colonel Awards, was a former director of AnMed Family Medicine Associates of Williamston and former foreign medical missionary.
Dr. Halford was board chairman of the S.C. Association of Family Practice, former president of the S.C. Academy of Family Practice and a member of the Wofford College board of trustees, Anderson County, S.C. and American Medical Associations, S.C. and American Academies of Family Physicians, Society of Teachers of Family Medicine and St. John’s United Methodist Church, where he was a member of the official board.
Surviving are his wife, Marjorie Gault Halford; a son, James Halford III of Anderson; daughters, Lynn Weldin of Anderson, Mary Earle Campbell of Johnston and Betsy Hilliard of Atlanta; sisters, Frances Sanders and Annie Childs, both of Columbia; and nine grandchildren.
Photo from Mount of Olives Cemetery, Johnston, Edgefield Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Stones in The South
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James G. Halford (SS# issued in SC) was born 1 Jan 1924, last residence Anderson, Anderson Co., SC.
See the obituary of his sister Frances Earle Halford Sanders in this compilation.
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JAMES H. ALFORD, SR.
DAILY PRESS
Newport News, VA—Wednesday, 15 March 1989
SUMTER, S.C.—The Rev. James H. Alford Sr., 69, father of Kenneth T. Alford of Hampton, died Friday, March 3, in Veterans Medical Center, Columbia, S.C.
He was a native of South Carolina.
Other survivors include his wife, Alla Alford; two daughters; three sons; two sisters, Ernestine Nichols of Newport News and Edith Aaron of Hampton; and two brothers, George Alford of Newport News and Burch Alford Sr. of Hampton.
A funeral was held Wednesday, March 8, in Mount Pisgah A.M.E. Church. Burial was in the family plot, Lamar, S.C.
Job’s Mortuary, Sumter, S.C., was in charge.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
We included the obituary of his brother Burch P. Alford Sr. in Virginia Obituaries.
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JAMES HARRISON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 27 July 1955
LORIS [Horry Co.], July 26—James Harrison Alford, 74, farmer of the Live Oak section, died at the Community Hospital late Monday night [July 25].
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Pleasant Meadow Baptist Church.... burial will be in Princeville Cemetery directed by Hardwick Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was born in Williamsburg County June 7, 1881, a son of the late Warren and Jane Cartrette Alford. He made his home in Williamsburg County before moving to Horry County. He married the former Miss Fannie Jones, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Jones, 44 years ago.
Mr. Alford was a member of the Pleasant Meadow Baptist Church.
Surviving are his widow; three sons, Auburn and Rupert Alford, both of Loris, and Wilburn Alford of the Merchant Marines, Texas City, Tex.; one daughter, Mrs. Council Phillips of Nichols; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Woodrow Grainer, N.O. Grainer, Murrell Stanley, Allen Alford, C.B. Heniford and Bissell Heniford....
Photo from Princeville Cemetery, Loris, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Fannie Jones Alford; sons Auburn Layton “Bernie” Alford and James Wilbur Alford; and brother William Henry Alford in this compilation.
On his 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), James Harrison Alford is age 34, a farmer living in Loris, Horry Co., SC. He was b. 7 June 1884. He names Fannie Alford as his nearest relative and signs his full name.
From SC Deaths: James Harrison Alford’s death certificate confirms his date of death from heart disease and lists his birth date as 7 June 1881, the date on his gravestone and in the obituary. It appears that the year “84” was crossed out and “1881” written above it, followed by a question mark. His parents are Warren Alford and Jane Cartrette.
1930 CENSUS
Loris (District 23), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #140:
James H. Alford head 50 SC SC SC farmer age 32 at 1st marriage
Isabel wife 36 SC SC SC age 19 at 1st marriage
James W. son 16 SC SC SC
Charley R. son 14 SC SC SC
Gussie V. dau 9 SC SC SC
Auburn L. son 4-6/12 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Conway (District 84), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #134:
James Alford head 37 SC SC SC farmer
Fannie wife 25 SC SC SC
Wilber son 6 SC SC SC
Charly son 3-1/12 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Bayboro (District 45), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #82:
Warren T. Alford head 65 SC SC SC woods labor first marriage 40 years
Jannie wife 70 SC SC SC 5 children, 3 living
James H. son 25 SC SC SC farm labor
1900 CENSUS
Mingo (District 113), Williamsburg Co., SC, Dwelling #1:
Warren Alford head 66 b. Mar 1834 SC SC SC married 28 years farmer
Mary J. wife 70 b. May 1830 SC SC SC 5 children, 4 living
James H. son 16 b. June 1883 SC SC SC turpentine laborer
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: James Harrison 1881 SC1, Warren Tress 1842 SC2, Warren Tress ???? SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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JAMES HENRY HALFORD
ORLANDO SENTINEL
Orlando, Brevard Co., FL—Friday, 15 July 2011
James Henry Halford, 82, Westminster, S.C., died Wednesday [July 13]. Beyers Funeral Home, Umatilla [Lake Co., FL].
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Beyers Funeral Home
Umatilla, Lake Co., FL—_____ July 2011
March 7, 1929 – July 13, 2011
Mr. James Henry Halford, 82, Westminster, South Carolina passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2011.
Born at Moss Bluff, Florida, he moved to Westminster from Altoona in 2011. He was a tractor operator.
He is survived by his wife, Hellen Halford, Westminster, SC; sons: Bryant Halford, Sorrento, C.J. (Linda) Halford, Mount Dora, FL; daughters: Shirley (Ron) Shuttlesworth, Westminster, SC, Louise (Jerry) Carter, Altoona, FL, Melissa (Gary) Cannon, Altoona, FL; 18 grandchildren; 36 great grandchildren. He is predeceased by two girls, Sarah and Carol and three great grandchildren, Blake, Bryce and Leala.
Funeral services will be held on 4:00 p.m., Saturday, July 16, 2011 at the Beyers Funeral Home Chapel….
Interment will follow services at the Electra Cemetery, Ocklawaha, Florida.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of James Henry Halford (SS# issued in FL), last residence Westminster, Oconee Co., SC.
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JAMES LEE ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Tuesday, 1 February 2011
Alford, James, of Garden City died Jan. 20. Arrangements by Carolina Memorial Funeral Home of North Charleston.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James Lee Alford (SS# issued in OH) was born 30 Oct 1974, last residence not listed.
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JAMES LITTLE ALFORD, SR.
Father of James Little Alford, Jr., AAFA #0703
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 23 May 1972
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—James Little Alford Sr., 77, died Monday [May 22] at his home after an apparent heart attack.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Cooper Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was born in Dillon County, a son of the late Manton and Rena Curry Alford. He graduated from Clemson University and was an appraiser for the Federal land Bank for more than 30 years. He was a farmer, a Mason, Shriner, and an elder of Reedy Creek Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Mammie [sic] LeGette Alford; a daughter, Miss Rena Lou Alford of Columbia; a son, James Little Alford Jr. of Dillon; three sisters, Miss Tochie Alford and Miss Juliette Alford, both of Dillon, and Mrs. Henry Brandis of Salisbury, N.C.; two brothers, M.C. Alford of Laurinburg, N.C., and Earl R. Alford of Dillon.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 Dec 1894.
See the obituaries of his wife, Mamie Catherine Legette Alford; parents, Manton Alford and Lorena Curry Alford; and siblings Duncan Curry Alford, Earl Richards Alford Sr., Juliaette Alford, Manton Clisby Alford, Margaret Alford Brandis, Mary Love Alford, and Tochie Patricia Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: James Little 1894 SC1, Manton 1854 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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JAMES MONROE ALFORD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Friday, 1 December 1989
NORTH CHARLESTON—Mr. James Monroe Alford , 75, retired Trident Technical College air-conditioning and refrigeration department head, died Nov. 29, 1989, at East Cooper Hospital in Mount Pleasant, S.C. Funeral is at 2 p.m. today at Magnolia Cemetery, Latta.
Survivors are his wife, Isabel; daughters, Mrs. Patricia Brooks of Goose Creek, Mrs. Barbara Stephenson of Hillsborough, N.C.; sister, Mrs. McKeevie Dudley of Bennettsville.
Smith-Collins of Marion, S.C., is in charge. Memorials can be made to American Heart Association, 1300 Baxter St., Suite 101, Charlotte, N.C. 28204; or to Alzheimer`s Disease Family Support Group, 621 N. Arbor Dr., Florence, S.C. 29501.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 June 1914, last residence Charleston, Charleston Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Isabel Chapman Paysinger Alford; his parents, Henry Monroe Alford and Carrie Bell Tanner Alford; and his siblings McKeevie Alford Dudley and Preston Blake Alford in this compilation.
James and Isabel share a gravestone in Magnolia Cemetery.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: James Monroe 1914 SC1, Henry Monroe 1888 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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JAMES THOMAS “J.T.” ALFORD
Father of Michael Boyd Alford, AAFA #0495
[Although he died in NC, we are also including his obituary here because of his close ties to SC.]
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 29 June 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
FUQUAY-VARINA [Wake Co.], N.C.—A graveside service for James “J.T.” Alford, 86, will be held at 2 p.m. today in Mt. Hope Cemetery in Florence [Florence Co., SC]. Visitation is 12:30-1 p.m. today at Brown-Pennington-Atkins Funeral Home, Hartsville.
Surviving are his wife, Betty Sing Alford; sons, Michael and David Alford; brother, Jack Alford; sister, Doris Weaver. He was predeceased by brother, T.B. Alford.
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THE MESSENGER
Hartsville, SC—Wednesday, 2 July 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2006
FUQUAY-VARINA [Wake Co.], N.C.—Graveside services for James (J.T.) Alford, 86, were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 29, 2003, at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Florence.
Surviving are his wife, Betty Sing Alford of Fuquay-Varina, N.C.; sons and daughter-in-law Michael Boyd and Suzanne Alford of Fuquay-Varina, David Boyd Alford of Greensboro, N.C.; brother and sister-in-law Jack Rufus and Miriam Alford of Hartsville; and sister, Doris Alford Weaver of Hartsville. He was preceded by a brother and sister T.B. and Mary Alford….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James T. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 25 April 1917 and died 26 June 2003, last residence Fuquay Varina, Wake Co., NC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Betty Sing Alford; and mother, Annie Ida Osborne Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: James Thomas 1917 NC1, Thomas Bradley 1895 SC2, John Robeson 1852 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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JAMES VERNON ALFORD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Tuesday, 5 December 1978
Photo from Lancaster Memorial Park, Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, cev
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 31 July 1925 [different than gravestone] and died _____ Dec 1978, last benefit Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC.
See the obituary of his wife, Alma Bradley Alford, in this compilation.
From SSACI: James Vernon Alford was born 31 July 1925 in Lancaster Co., SC, son of David [sic: Daniel] Alford and Jessie Mahn.
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JAMES W. ALFORD
Photo from Dunbar Funerals and Cremations
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 26 February 2008
COLUMBIA—James W. Alford, 78, died Sunday, February 24, 2008, in the Presbyterian Home, Lexington, S.C. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, February 27, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at Shandon Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends at the church following the service.
Mr. Alford was born January 7, 1930, in Walterboro, S.C. He was the son of L.W. [Lora Warner] and Grace Gipson Alford. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of South Carolina and his L.L.B. from the University of South Carolina School of Law, where he served on the South Carolina Law Review. He was a member of Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity, the Clariosophic Library Society and the debating team.
Mr. Alford was a founding member of Barnes, Alford, Stork & Johnson, LLP, which was established in 1983, upon the merger of Barnes, Stork, Wolff & Reyner and the firm of Alford, Johnson & Salane. He was well known for his courtroom presence and his sense of humor as a defense trial attorney. His name appears in the 1993, 1994 and 1995 editions of the reference work, “The Best Lawyers in America.” He retired from practice in 2000.
Mr. Alford was active in numerous organizations, including the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel, the Defense Research Institute, the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association, the American Board of Trial Attorneys and the Richland County Bar Association. He served as president of both the South Carolina Defense Trial Attorneys Association (1974- 1975) and the Richland County Bar Association (1993-1994). He was a member of Shandon Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are his wife, Elisabeth M. Alford; his son, James W. Alford, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Kathie B. Alford; and granddaughter, Kate Gipson Alford, all of Columbia; grandson, Breck Burch of Copper Mountain, Colo.; and a brother, William L. Alford and his wife, Gunilla; a niece, Mia Hrabec; and a nephew, Lars Alford, all of Raleigh, N.C.
Memorials may be given to Shandon Presbyterian Church, 607 Woodrow Street, Columbia, SC 29205; Presbyterian Home, 700 DaVega Drive Lexington, SC 29073; or the University of South Carolina School of Law, 701 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29208.
The family extends their gratitude to the Presbyterian Home’s staff for the loving care they provided for Jim.
Please sign the online guest book at www.dunbarfunerals.com.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of James W. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituary of his father, Lora Warner Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: James W. 1930 SC1, Lora Warner 1903 LA2, Jeptha Martin 1862 LA3, John Seaborn 1807 LA4, Jacob 1761 NC5, Julius 1717 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA 8.
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JAMES WILBUR ALFORD
[Although James died in TX, we are also including his obituary here because of his close ties to SC.]
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 13 June 1973
PASADENA [Harris Co.], Texas—James Wilbur Alford, 59, of Pasadena, formerly of Loris, S.C., died Monday night in a Texas hospital after a short illness.
Funeral services will be announced later by the Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris, S.C.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, S.C., a son of the late James H. Alford and the late Fannie Jones Alford. He was a member of the Live Oak Baptist Church. He was retired from the Merchant Marines.
Surviving are two brothers, Rupert Alford of Loris, S.C. and Bernie Alford of Mullins, S.C., and a sister, Mrs. Gussie Williamson of Mullins, S.C.
Photo from Princeville Cemetery, Loris, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that James Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 13 June 1913, last residence Pasadena, Harris Co., TX.
See the obituaries of his parents, James Harrison Alford [with census reports] and Fannie Jones Alford; his brother Auburn Layton “Bernie” Alford; and his sister-in-law Willow Heniford Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: James Wilbur 1913 SC1, James Harrison 1881 SC2, Warren Tress 1842 SC3, Warren Tress ???? SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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JAMES WILLIAM ALFORD, SR.
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 1 January 2014
GALIVANTS FERRY—Mr. James William Alford, age 80 of Black Island Road passed away December 30, 2013 at McLeod Regional Medical Center surrounded by his family.
Mr. Alford was born May 22, 1933 a son of the late Alex Alford and the late Ruby Richardson Alford. He was a member of Pisgah United Methodist Church.
Mr. Alford was predeceased by one son, James William Alford Jr. and one brother, Hubert Alford.
Mr. Alford is survived by his wife Mrs. Geraldine Reynolds Alford of the home, one son, Hollis Duane Alford of Seneca, SC, two daughters, Belinda Hucks and her husband Kenneth, Gloria Ann Todd and her husband Legrand, all of Galivants Ferry, two brothers, Jerry Alford of Conway, David Alford of Galivants Ferry, four sisters, Nora Hyman, Mayomia Gunter, Nell Todd, all of Galivants Ferry, Mary Altman of Conway, four grandchildren, Tim Hucks of Aynor, Stacy Freeman of Galivants Ferry, Holly Alford of Seneca, Jonathan Alford of Green Sea, and six great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 PM Wednesday January 1, 2014 at Johnson Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Thursday January 2, 2014 at Pisgah United Methodist Church…. Burial will follow in the church cemetery….
Photo from Pisgah United Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rich Ryals NC
Photo from Pisgah United Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor FNMARTIN
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Geraldine Reynolds Alford; and parents, Alex Ander Alford Sr. and Ruby Blanch Richardson Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: James William 1933 SC1, Alex Ander 1896 SC2, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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JAMES WYLIE ALFORD
Photo from Sauls Funeral Home, Bluffton, SC
NEW CASTLE NEWS
New Castle, Lawrence Co., PA—Thursday, 2 April 2015
James Wylie Alford, 89, of Bluffton [Beaufort Co.], S.C., passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2015, at his home.
He was born and raised on a dairy farm in New Castle, and was a son of the late Floyd and Laura Patton Alford. He graduated from Shenango High School in 1944. He worked as a custodian and bus driver for the Laurel Area School District. He also worked for the National Cash Register Co. in Youngstown and for Anderson Tours in Greenville.
He was an elder at Northminster Presbyterian Church in New Castle for 60 years. He was a member of the South Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church, helping his wife who served as pastor in six churches throughout the state.
He is survived by his wife, the Rev. Judith Martin Alford of Bluffton, S.C.; his daughter, Cheryl Alford Ohl of Titusville, Pa.; his stepsons, Peter Martin Mathieu of New Castle and Ross (Jen) Mathieu of Fairbanks, Alaska; his sister, Edna Jean Alford Meade of Peoria, Ariz.; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Arlene Conway Alford; and two sisters, Mary Ruth Alford Shaddock and Elizabeth Ann Alford Hackett.
…. A memorial service will be held in Pennsylvania at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Sauls Funeral Home, … Bluffton….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
We included the obituaries of his sister, Elizabeth Ann Alford Hackett; and paternal grandparents Frank P. Alford and Mary F. McCurdy Alford, in Pennsylvania Obituaries.
For more information about this family, see “Michael Alford Family,” About Alfords, July 1984, pages 11–13
His lineage: James Wylie 1925 PA1, Francis Floyd 1893 PA2, Frank P. 1856 PA3, Thomas J. 1827 PA4, John A. 1790 on ship in transit from Ireland5, Michael 1765 Ireland6.
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JANE HONEYCUTT ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Saturday, 17 July 2010
Janie H. Alford, age 62, of Pee Dee Hwy., went home to be with her Lord Wednesday, July 14, 2010. Mrs. Alford was born in Southern Pines, N.C., a daughter of the late Louis M. and Eleanor Cameron Honeycutt.
She was a member of High Point Baptist Church and was employed by Tire Town in Myrtle Beach. Mrs. Alford was formerly employed with the Horry County School District. She was an inspiration to everyone she came in contact with and she loved her husband, children and grandchildren. Mrs. Alford was predeceased by a brother, Louis M. “Skip” Honeycutt.
Surviving are her husband, Lanier Alford of Conway; two daughters, Terri Alford Poston and her husband, Mike, of Conway and Dayna Alford Irby and her husband, Billy, of Matthews, N.C.; one son, Jamie Alford of Myrtle Beach; six grandchildren, Wesley Poston, Emily Poston, Haylee Poston, Jay Alford, Banks Irby and Garrett Irby; one sister, Kay Honeycutt of Southern Pines, N.C.; a sister-in-law, Lavina Honeycutt of Southern Pines, N.C. and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws.
Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Sunday, July 18, 2010 at High Point Baptist Church…. Burial will follow in the church cemetery, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel….
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Jane Honeycutt Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 21 Dec 1947, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituary of her father-in-law, Gilbert Grey Alford, in this compilation.
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JANELL WITHERSPOON ALFORD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Wednesday, 19 January 1983
LANCASTER [Lancaster Co., SC]—Mrs. Janell Witherspoon Alford, 84, homemaker, died Tuesday [January 18]. Funeral is 1 p.m. today at Westside Cemetery.
Survivors are nephews and nieces.
Cauthen is in charge.
Photo from West Side Cemetery, Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, cev
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Jenell Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 25 march 1898 and died _____ Jan 1983, last residence Cheraw, Chesterfield Co., SC.
See the obituary of her husband, Tillman Alford, in this compilation.
From South Carolina, Delayed Birth Records (Ancestry): Jenelle Witherspoon was born 25 March 1898 in Cypress Township, Lee Co., SC, daughter of Baron L. Witherspoon and Myra King.
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JANIE RECTINA WILLIAMS ALFORD ALTMAN JONES
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—29 September 1921
MULLINS, Sept. 28—Mrs. Jannie Jones, 83, native of Marion county, died suddenly this morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Arthur Brown, in the Gapway community.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3 o’clock Saturday afternoon from the Cove funeral hom…. Interment will follow in Rose Hill cemetery in Marion.
Mrs. Jones, who up until a few years ago was active in church and civic life in her community, was thrice married, first to the late Emmanuel Alford. From this union, survivors include seven sons, W.P. Alford of Gresham, P.D. Alford of Marion, C.E. Alford of Proctorville, N.C., Monroe Alford of Bennetsville, E.M. Alford of Mullins, E.A. Alford of Marion, and T.M. Alford of Chapel Hill; and four daughters, Mrs. J.E. Turbeville of Marion, Mrs. John Rogers of Whiteville, Mrs. W.P. Brown of Mullins and Mrs. T.D. Anderson of Florence.
From her scond marriage to the late Jimmy Jones, she is survived by two stepsons, Frank Jones of Gresham and the Rev. H.B. Jones of Hemingway.
She is also survived by two brothers, T.E. Williams of Florence and A.C. Williams of Conway; three sisters, Mrs. Alice Green of Georgetown, Mrs. Willie Barfield of Charleston and Mrs. M.M. Gordon of Sumter; 53 grandchildren, and a number of great-grandchildren.
Photo from Rose Hill Cemetery, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her children Anna Louise Alford Brown Anderson, Edward Manuel Alford, Eugene A. Alford, Pearlie Dubose Alford Sr., and William Power Alford; and stepchildren Henry Monroe Alford and Willie Ann Alford Turbeville in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Emma Jane Alford Williamson Stanton Rogers in North Carolina Obituaries.
Janie’s middle name is from AAFA records.
In 1920, Le Gette, Marion Co., SC, Janie Altman, age 50, is listed with her second husband, Charles T. Altman, age 70, and her Alford children, listed as stepchildren of Charles: Power 26, Perlie 24, Charlie 21, Eugene 20, Emma 18, Alice 16, Louise 14, and Manuel 12.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her husband’s lineage: Willis Emanuel 1853 SC1, William N. 1826 SC2.
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JASMIN ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 5 March 2014
HOPKINS—Services for Jasmin Alford, will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 6, 2014, at Jerusalem Baptist Church with interment to follow in the church cemetery…. Services have been entrusted to J.P. Holley Funeral Home, Columbia.
He is survived by his mother, Jannie (Ivan) Peacock; father, Jeff Taylor; brothers, Armond (Ashely) Alford and Nicolas Riley; sister, Olivia Riley; a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. www.jpholley.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
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JASMINE ZORIA ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ February 2008
Jasmine Zoria Alford, returned to be with the God of her parents on February 15, 2008. Her brief existence will be remembered and the love of her family shall last eternally.
She was the daughter of Ervin Alford and Shamada Platt. She was the sister of Jessica Alford, Ervin Alford Jr, TeShaun Lane and Vodeja Evans. Granddaughter of William E. and Bertha Alford and Wayne and Lucretia Platt. The niece and cousin to numerous others.
God continue to shine your light of love and illuminate us that time will heal our broken hearts. Thank you for the opportunity of life and love.
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JEAN BRYANT ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—27 December 2012
FLORENCE, SC—Jean Bryant Alford, 82, of Florence, passed away Monday, December 24, 2012 at her daughter’s residence.
Mrs. Alford was born in Marion Co., SC a daughter of the late Rembert and Ruth Martin Bryant. She was a member of Northgate Baptist Church and a past member of New Hope Baptist Church where she was the pianist for over 30 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 57 years, Walter Herbert Alford, who died on January 14, 2005; sister, Evelyn Burroughs; brother, Paul Bryant and a special nephew, Jackie “Binky” Bryant, Jr.
Surviving are her daughters, Linda (Morgan) Harrell of Florence and Carolyn (Bill) Bailey of Florence; brothers, Jack Bryant of Florence and Kenneth Bryant; grand-children, Melissa Chavis of Manning, Walter Harrell of Florence, Hewitt (Michelle) Harrell of Darlington and Angela (John) Cason of Florence; great-grand-children, Noah Harrell, Malena Harrell, Elizabeth Cason and Tanner Harrell; her dog , Precious and her cat, Scooter.
Memorials may be made to Northgate Baptist Church, 1217 N. Ebenezer Road, Florence, SC 29501.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, December 28, 2012 at Northgate Baptist Church. Entombment will follow at Florence Memorial Gardens directed by Stoudenmire - Dowling Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 PM Thursday at the funeral home. Please sign the guest registry for Mrs. Alford at the obit section of www.stoudenmiredowling.com.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Walter Herbert Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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JEAN ELIZABETH PALMER ALFORD
[A similar obituary was published the same day in The Anderson Independent-Mail (SC).]
DAILY JOURNAL-MESSENGER
Seneca, Oconee Co., SC—Saturday, 10 October 2009
SENECA—Jean Elizabeth Palmer Alford, 75 of 104 Triangle Dr. Seneca, S.C. died Oct. 9, 2009.
She was the daughter of Elizabeth Walker Palmer and the late Theron Alvin Palmer. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Alford, and a brother, Darrell Palmer.
She is survived by her mother, Elizabeth Walker Palmer of Seneca; two sons, Timothy Thomas of Seneca and John Stocker of Goose Creek, S.C.; a daughter, Kathy Bogner of California; three brothers, Jimmy Palmer of Winston-Salem, N.C., Jackie Palmer of Charlotte, N.C., and Harrell Palmer of Tampa, Fla.; a sister, Patricia McKee of Seneca; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Brown-Oglesby Funeral Home Chapel…. Entombment will follow in the Oconee Memorial Park Mausoleum…. Brown-Oglesby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements….
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Tommy Bloyce Alford, in this compilation.
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JEANETTE CALHOUN ALFORD
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Tuesday, 24 October 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
NINETY SIX [Greenwood Co.]—Jeanette Calhoun Alford, 54, resident of 109 Mitchum Drive, wife of Donald Dean Alford, died Oct. 23, 2006 at Self Regional Medical Center.
Born in Greenwood County, Nov. 25, 1951, she was a daughter of the late R. Chiles and Pauline Jones Calhoun. She was a graduate of Ninety Six High School and was a patient care sitter.
A devoted member of Ninety Six Pentecostal Holiness Church, she was also a member of the Adult 3 Sunday School Class, president of the Women’s Ministry, director of Christian Education, a Sunday School teacher and was a member of the church choir. She was also actively involved in the Ninety Six Wildcats Football ministry.
Surviving in addition to her husband of the home are two daughters, Angela A. Owens of Ninety Six and Denise A. Livingston of Greenwood; a son, Tony D. Alford of Ninety Six; three brothers, R. Donnie Calhoun, Josh T. Calhoun and Julius P. Calhoun, all of Ninety Six; ten grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday at Ninety Six Pentecostal Holiness Church….
Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Josh McDonald, Jason Gonce, Brad Alford, Todd Calhoun, Scott Calhoun, Randall Jay, Dennis Kelly, Roy Horne and Chad Calhoun.
Honorary escort will be members of the Women’s Ministry of the church.
The body is at Blyth Funeral Home and will be placed in the church at 3:30 Wednesday afternoon….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Jeanette C. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
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JENNIE BRUNSON GADDY ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 21 August 1962
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Mrs. Jennie Gaddy Alford, 79, died Sunday [August 19] at her home. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 10:30 at Bethea Funeral Home in Dillon.... Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was the widow of the late Knox Alford and daughter of the late R.A. and Roberta Brunson of Dillon County. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. T.B. Madden of Columbia, three grandchildren, Mrs. G.F. Alsbrook of Atlanta, Ga., Laurie and Miriam Gaddy of Sumter, and two great-grandchildren.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: From AAFA records: Jennie Brunson was born 16 July 1883, daughter of Robert Alexander Brunson and Roberta Jane Bethea. Her first husband was John Wesley Gaddy.
See the obituary of her second husband, John Knox Alford, in this compilation.
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JEROME KIRKLEY “BUCKY” ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 29 November 1999
McCOLL [Marlboro Co.]—Services for Jerone [sic] “Bucky” Kirkley Alford, 34, will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Rogers Cemetery….
Mr. Alford died Saturday [November 27]. Born in Hamlet, N.C., he was a son of Lonnie and Barbara Gainey Alford. He was an employee of US Packing Inc., in Maxton, N.C.
Surviving are his father of McColl; mother of McColl; wife, Odellia Alford; son and daughter, Bucky Alford, Elizabeth Alford; brother, Larry Alford; sisters, Yvonne Lohmeyer, Renee Alford.
Photo from Rogers Cemetery, McColl, Marlboro Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Jerome K. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 11 June 1965, last residence not listed.
From North Carolina, Birth Index, 1800–2000 (Ancestry): Jerome Kirkley Alford was born 11 June 1965 in Hamlet, Richmond Co., NC, son of Lonnie Eugene Alford (mother not listed).
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JERRY L. ALFORD
[Although he died in NC, we are including his obituary here because SC was apparently his home, and he is buried here.]
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 17 July 1977
DILLON—Funeral services for Jerry Lee Alford will be Sunday at 4:30 at Magnolia AME Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery, directed by Mutual Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford, 25, died Thursday in a Fayettevile, N.C., hospital after an illness.
He was born ln Baltimore, Md., a son of Mrs.Maggie Alford Johnson and the late John Alford. He was a member of Magnolia AME Church.
Surviving in addition to his mother of Dillon are his wife, Mrs. Shirley Jean Alford of Dillon; seven brothers, John Luther Alford, Theodore Alford, Thomas Alford and Johnny Alford, all of Baltimore. Md., Donald Johnson, Billy Johnson and Bobby Johnson, all of Dillon; four sisters, Mrs Betty Whittington, Miss Sally Johnson, Mrs Jean McKellar, all of Dillon, and Miss Margaret Ree Alford of Baltimore, Md.; and his grandmother, Mrs. Sally Thomas of Hamer.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Jerry Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 22 Apr 1952 and died _____ July 1977, last benefit Hamer, Dillon Co., SC.
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JESSE JAMES ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 21 August 1955
CONWAY, Aug. 20—Jesse James Alford, retired farmer of the Bayboro Section of Horry County died at a Loris hospital at 3 p.m. Saturday [August 20] after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Gethsemane Baptist Church…. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County March 14, 1880, a son of the late Ashley and Doris Cannon Alford. He was a member of the Gethsemane Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lillie Smith Alford, one son, Burley Alford of Rt. 2, Aynor; one brother, Bill Alford of Allsbrook, and seven grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Lillie Smith Alford; son Archie Leamon Alford; father, Ashley Levi Alford Sr.; and brothers Ashley Levi Alford Jr. and George Washington Alford in this compilation.
AAFA records list him as Jesse Cannon Alford. Cannon was his mother’s maiden name. This middle name does not appear on any records, but he is Jesse C. Alford in his wife’s obituary.
Jesse outlived all his children except Mary and Pearlie/Burley. His daughter Mary by his first wife is not listed in his obituary, but she died in 1961.
1940 CENSUS
Bayboro, Horry Co., SC, Household #190:
Jessie Alford head 60 SC farmer lived in same house in 1935
Lillie wife 50 SC lived in same house in 1935
Burley son 28 SC farm laborer lived in same house in 1935
[He must be Pearlie on earlier censuses—not located in 1930.]
Coy Ellis son-in-law 32 SC farmer lived in Horry Co., SC, in 1935
Lucille dau 18 SC lived in same house in 1935
[Lucille died 29 Oct 1942.]
Earl grandson 6/12 SC
1930 CENSUS
Bayboro (District 1), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #44:
Jessie Alford head 54 SC SC SC carpenter age 25 at 1st marriage
Lillie wife 46 SC SC SC age 20 at 1st marriage
Cleveland son 10 SC SC SC
[Cleveland was killed 15 Oct 1938 by an automobile while walking on the roadside]
Lucille dau 7 SC SC SC
On Jesse Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card, he is age 39, a self-employed farmer living in Allsbrook, Horry Co., SC. He says he was b. 14 March 1879 and names his wife Lillie Alford as his nearest relative.
1920 CENSUS
Bayboro (District 79), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #169:
Jessie Alford head 40 SC SC SC farmer
Lilly wife 35 SC SC SC
Archie L. son 10 SC SC SC
Pearlie son 8 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Bayboro (District 45), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #337:
Jesse Alford head 30 SC SC SC saw mill laborer m. 7 years
Lilian wife 28 SC SC SC 1 child, 1 living
[She is Jesse’s second wife.]
Mary dau 10 SC SC SC
[Mary is the daughter of Jesse’s first wife, not named on her death certificate. She married James Perritt. She was born 12 Dec 1900 and died 4 Nov 1961.]
Archie son 3 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #247:
Jesse Alford head 21 SC SC SC farm hand m. 0 years
b. July 1878
Lilly wife 17 SC SC SC m. 0 years
b. Dec 1882
Next door is Jesse’s sister Sallie [Alford] Johnson, living with her husband Jesse C. Johnson and father-in-law William L. Johnson.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Jesse James 1880 SC1, Ashley Levi 1842 SC2, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC3, John B. 1780 NC4, William 1760 NC5.
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JESSE W. ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 8 May 1994
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 1995
GALIVANT’S FERRY [Horry Co.]—Jesse W. Alford, 74, a farmer, died Saturday [May 7] in Charleston. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Monday in Goldfinch’s Conway Chapel. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of Jesse F. Alford and Golie Alford. He was an Army Veteran of World War II.
Surviving are a daughter, Betty Oloughlin of Springfield, Va.; a granddaughter, Lisa Oloughlin of Springfield, Va., a step-daughter, Bobbie Denning of Charleston; one half-sister, Leona Hooks of Galivant’s Ferry.
Photo from Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, rdsxfan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Jesse W. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 30 June 1919.
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JESSIE WAYNE ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—12 October 2015
Memorial services for Jessie Wayne Alford will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday at New Life Family Worship Center. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Friday at Cooper Funeral Home. Mr. Alford, 70, died Monday, October 5, 2015 at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence.
Born in Marlboro County, SC, June 29, 1945, he was the son of the late Colon L. Alford and Sarah Ellen Mudd Alford.
Survivors include his daughter, Sara Southwell of Dillon; son, Timothy Alford of Virginia Beach, VA; 6 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; special granddaughter, Haylee Byrd; sister, Janie Kathryn Alford of Marion; brothers, Jerry (Shannon) Alford of Cookesville, TN, George “Bill” (Jane) Alford of Charlotte, NC, and James (Joann) Alford of Danville, VA; numerous nieces and nephews.
Mr. Alford was preceded in death by his son, Tommy Caulder; and his brother, Johnny Ray Alford.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Colon L. Alford and Sarah Ellen Mudd Alford; stepmother, Ruby Wilkes Taylor Alford; and brother Johnny Ray Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Jessie Wayne 1945 SC1, Colon L. 1912 SC2, George Washington 1877 SC3, Ashley Levi 1842 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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JETTIE MAYBELLE HENDRIX ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 9 September 1973
Mrs. Jettie Hendrix Alford, 69, of 1513 Woods Dr., died Saturday afternoon in a Florence hospital after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 4 p.m. Sunday in Waters Funeral Home Chapel.... Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Wilson Bailey, Andrew Bailey, James Baker, Clifton Jones, Louie Williams and Ben Moore.
Mrs. Alford was born in Lamar, a daughter of the late Zair Hendrix and Josephine Amerson Hendrix. She was a housewife and had lived in Florence for the past 49 years. She attended St. John’s Episcopal Church of Florence.
Surviving are her husband, Nathan A. Alford of Florence; two daughters, Mrs. Virginia Dias and Mrs. Dora Wilmont, both of Florence; three sisters, Mrs. Minnie Wright of Florence, Mrs. Blanche Jefferson and Mrs. Mamie Hudson both of Lamar; three brothers, Tom Hendrix, Boyd Hendrix, and Theo Hendrix all of Lamar, and five grandchildren.
Photos from Mount Hope Cemetery, Florence, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Remember me
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Jettie Allford (SS# issued in SC) was born 8 March 1904.
See the obituaries of her daughter Virginia Allford Dias in this compilation.
Jettie’s last name is spelled Allford on her gravestone and in SSDI records. A RootsWeb Family Tree says Jettie Maybelle Hendrix Allford’s husband was Nathan Alfonso Allford, son of Caldwell Alford.
Her husband’s lineage: Nathan Alfonso 1904 SC1, Caldwell Reuben 1867 SC2, John Calhoun SC3.
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JIMMY DALE ALFORD
AIKEN STANDARD
Aiken, Aiken Co., SC—Monday, 6 December 1971
CONWAY—Jimmy Dale Alford, 25, of Conway, died yesterday in a Florence hospital following a brief illness.
Funeral plans will be announced by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway.
Mr. Alford was a native of Conway. He was an employe of Mercury Motor Lines Co., Florence.
Among those surviving are his widow, Mrs. Kay Johnson Alford; a daughter, Jennifer Alford; his mother, Mrs. Virginia Brewer, Augusta; his step-father, McLain Brewer of Bath; a sister, Mrs. Ellen Allen of Conway; three brothers, Thomas Alford, Frankie Alford, Legrand Alford, all of Conway; paternal grandfather, Dewey Alford, Conway; two half-sisters, Mrs. Lamar Kent, Mrs. Troy Smith, both of Augusta; and a half-brother, Johnny Brewer of Augusta.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Jimmy Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 April 1946 and died _____ Dec 1971, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his mother, Mattie Mae Richardson Alford; and brothers Frankie Reaves Alford, Grover Thomas Alford, and Jimmy Legrand Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Jimmy Dale 1946 SC1, Dewey Reaves 1903 SC2, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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JIMMY JOSEPH ALFORD
Mayer Funeral Home & Crematorium
Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC—_____ June 2010
ANDREWS—Jimmy Joseph Alford, 58, died Sunday, June 27, 2010, at Georgetown Memorial Hospital.
Mr. Alford was born in Georgetown on May 10, 1952, a son of Rutledge Alford and Kizzie Collins Alford. He grew up in Andrews and was a graduate of Williamsburg High School. Mr. Alford was plant manager of Coastal Wire Co. in Georgetown. He was a member of Piney Forest Baptist Church and served his church as Chairman of the Deacons for many years. Mr. Alford was also a member of Boggy Swamp Hunting Club.
Surviving in addition to his parents of Andrews are: his wife, Gina Ethridge Alford of Andrews; two sons, Justin M. (Mandy) Alford and Jeremy J. Alford, both of Andrews; two brothers, Carroll Alford and Don Alford, both of Andrews; two sisters, Judy A. Gray of Greeleyville and Cheryl A. Davis of Orangeburg; a granddaughter, Carmen Grace Alford of Andrews; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be four o’clock Wednesday afternoon, June 30, 2010, at Piney Forest Baptist Church…. Burial will be private in Andrews Memorial Cemetery….
Photo from Andrews Memorial Cemetery, Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Jimmy Joseph Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his parents, Rutledge Cleveland “Bubba” Alford and Kizzie Collins Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Jimmy Joseph 1952 SC1, Rutledge Cleveland 1921 SC2, Ellie Parker 1892 SC3, John William 1844 SC4, unknown5.
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JIMMY LEGRAND ALFORD
Photo from Goldfinch Funeral Home
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 30 August 2016
CONWAY—Mr. Jimmy Legrand Alford, 83, husband of Leona Elizabeth Edwards Alford, passed away Sunday, August 28, 2016 at his home.
Born March 20, 1933 in Conway, Mr. Alford was the son of the late Dewey Reeves Alford and Mattie Richardson Alford. He was a U.S. Army veteran who served his country during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Homewood Baptist Church and the Conway Masonic Lodge #65, and a past member of both the Omar Shrine Club of Charleston, and Waccamaw Chapter 89 of the Order of the Eastern Star.
Mr. Alford was predeceased by his parents and his sisters, Virginia Brewer and Ellen Allen.
Survivors include his loving and devoted wife of 62 years; his daughter, Lecia Alford Hauer of Atlanta, GA; his grandchildren, Trey Michael Snide (Jamey), Drake Michael Snide, and Kristen Blair Snide; and his brothers, Thomas Alford (Betty) and Frankie Alford, both of Conway.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel…. Burial, with military honors and Masonic Rites, will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery….
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of his mother, Mattie Mae Richardson Alford; and brothers Frankie Reaves Alford, Grover Thomas Alford, and Jimmy Dale Alford in this compilation.
The funeral home memorial includes numerous uncaptioned photos.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Jimmy Legrand 1933 SC1, Dewey Reaves 1903 SC2, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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JO ANN HAWKINS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 13 January 2017
DARLINGTON—Jo Ann Hawkins Alford, age 60, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2017. A graveside service will be held 11:00am Monday, January 16th at Mechanicsville Baptist Church Cemetery, directed by Belk Funeral Home.
Born July 2, 1956 in Sampson County, NC; Jo Ann is the daughter of the late Robie Marshall Hawkins and the late Lottie Mae Guinn Hawkins. She worked for Nytronics, S&E Cleaners, and most recently Chick-Fila in Florence. Jo Ann was also a volunteer at McLeod Hospice House in Florence. Jo Ann loved shopping, especially if she could find a good bargain; and she loved her animals, and her family. She was a member of Mechanicsville Baptist Church.
Surviving are her husband of 28 years, Rufus Alford; her sister, Mary (Jerry) Nietert of Arkansas and their children, Betsy Nietert and Abigail (Andy) Hamilton and their son, Henry; her special friend who was like a sister, Vickie Hatchell. Also surviving are her sister-in-law, Susan Alford; her brother-in-law, Quinn (Paula) Alford and their children, Britt (Jacque) Baxley with their children, Payton and Zane; Bette (Anthony) Ceccoli with their daughter, Livi; and Dylan Alford; her two dogs, Pooh Bear and Susie, and her two cats, Abbie and Thomasina.
She was preceded in death by several of her siblings….
Photo from Mechanicsville Baptist Church Cemetery, Mechanicsville, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Andrina S Todus
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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JOANNE PRINCE HALFORD
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Saturday, 23 June 2012
SPARTANBURG, SC—Joanne Prince Halford, 81, of Spartanburg, died Thursday, June 21, 2012, at her home. Born February 27, 1931, in Spartanburg, she was the widow of James E. Halford Sr., and daughter of the late Wilbur Eugene Prince Sr. and Ruth West Prince.
Mrs. Halford retired from the City of Spartanburg as a crossing guard at Pine Street School after 29 years of service and also retired from St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church Pre-School. She was a member of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church where she served with the Altar Guild and the Nursery Department. She was also a member of the Tallulah Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star.
Surviving are her sons, Gene Halford of the home, James Edward Halford Jr. and Joyce E. Smith of Boiling Springs, and Philip Lee Halford Sr. and wife Lynn of Spartanburg; daughter, Suzie H. Thomas and husband Neil of Chesnee; grandchildren, Geoffrey Neil David Thomas, Philip Lee Halford, and Joshua James Halford; sisters, Martha P. Womick and husband Steve of Pauline, and Susie Crane and husband Joe of Spartanburg; brother, Steve Prince and wife Cheryl of Navarre, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a granddaughter, Nicole Elizabeth Halford; and grandson, Gregory James Michael Thomas.
Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 PM Sunday, June 24, 2012, at Floyd’s Greenlawn Chapel. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Monday, June 25, 2012, at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church…. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, James Edward Halford Sr., in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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JOE ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 28 May 1934
CONWAY FARMER SHOT TO DEATH
CONWAY, S.C. May 21—Joe Alford, 44-year-old farmer, was fatally shot at his home near Aynor late last night.
He had been seated on the porch with two friends when a shot rang out. Rushing to the door, Mrs. Alford said she saw her husband throw a pistol away before collapsing. The two friends were leaving and were said not to have witnessed the shooting.
An inquest was set for Wednesday.
In another article:
HORRY HERALD
Conway, Horry Co., SC—31 May 1934
JOE ALFORD A SUICIDE
Joe Alford near Aynor, S.C., was shot in the stomach last Saturday night while he was on the porch of the home with two or three companions.
The report was that his death was the result of suicidal intent. Alford was taken to the hospital and died there soon after.
He was a son in law of Julius Capps.
Mrs. Alford stated that Mr. Alford had been out on the porch with two other men; that she heard a shot and found him there with the bullet wound in his abdomen.
Photo from Rehobeth Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his children Annie Alford Byrd, Marvin E. Alford, and Minnie Alford Roberts; parents, Samuel Pressley Alford and Ellen Frances Roberts Alford; and brothers Alex Ander Alford Sr. and James Fred Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son William Alfred Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
The death date on his gravestone, 16 May 1934, is incorrect. His death certificate [SC Deaths] says he died 27 May 1934, consistent with the May 28 newspaper article.
From SC Deaths: Joe Alford was the son of Sam Alford and Coot Roberts. (Coot is the nickname written on a photo of his mother—see her obituary.) However, he is not listed as a child with the family in any census.
On Joe Alfred’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 26, a self-employed farmer living in Jordanville, Horry Co., SC. He was born 16 Oct 1890 in Jordanville and is married with 2 children. He signed with his mark.
1920 CENSUS
Galivants Ferry (District 0090), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #2
Joe Alford head 29 SC SC SC
Daney wife 23 SC SC SC
Annie dau 4-2/12 SC SC SC
Minnie dau 6 SC SC SC
[ages of daughters appear to be reversed]
1930 CENSUS
Galivants Ferry (District 18), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #119:
Joe Alford head 39 SC SC SC farmer
age 21 at 1st marriage
Daney wife 34 SC SC SC age 16 at 1st marriage
Annie dau 17 SC SC SC
Minnie dau 14 SC SC SC
Alfred son 10 SC SC SC
Gracie dau 6 SC SC SC
Marvin son 1-6/12 SC SC SC
1940 CENSUS
Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #383
Dannie Alford head 46 SC widow
Alfred son 20 SC
Marvin son 11 SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Joe 1892 SC1, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC2, James T. 1830 SC3, Levi Solomon 1800 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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JOE LEWIS ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Monday, 5 February 1979
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Joe Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 15 July 1943, last residence Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC.
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JOEL DANIEL ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 28 May 1966
HEMINGWAY—Joe D. Alford, 61, a farmer of Nesmith, died after an apparent heart attack Friday [May 27] at home.
Mr. Alford had lived most of his life in the Pamplico section of Florence County.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday in St. John Free Will Baptist Church near Pamplico.... Burial, directed by Morris Funeral Home, will be in the church cemetery.
The body will be at the home of a sister, Mrs. Alice Miller near Lake City, until an hour before services.
Pallbearers will be Ethridge Alford, Nathan Alford, John Henry Alford, Leroy Powell, Marshall Powell and Legrande Powell.
Mr. Alford was a son of the late J.W. and Annie Jane Smith Alford of Pamplico where he was born.
Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Exie Powell Alford of the home; three foster daughters, Mrs. Lonza (Leila Mae) Miller, of Columbia, Mrs. Ester (Adell) Powell of Effingham and Miss Shirley Miller of Effingham; three sisters, Mrs. Alice Miles of Scranton, Mrs. Charlotte George of Costa Mesa, Calif., Mrs. C.L. Nickerson of Columbia; two brothers, E.P. Alford of Andrews and S.J. Alford of Columbia, and two grandchildren.
Photo from Saint Johns Cemetery, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gerald Alford, AAFA #0250
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his mother, Annie Jane Smith Alford; and half-siblings Ellie Parker Alford and William Robert Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his sister Alice Wester Alford Miles in Kentucky Obituaries; of his sister Charlotte E. Alford George in California Obituaries; and of his half-brother Emanuel Peachman Alford Sr. in Ohio Obituaries.
From SC Deaths: Joel Daniel Alford died 27 May 1966 in Nesmith, Williamson Co., SC. He was born 14 May 1905, son of J.W. Alford and Annie Jane Smith.
His widow, Exie P. Alford, was born 21 Jan 1907 and died 28 Jan 1993 [SS# issued in SC, last residence Scranton, Florence Co., SC].
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Joel Daniel 1905 SC1, John William 1844 SC2, unknown3.
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JOHN ALFORD
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Wednesday, 1 June 2005
MARLBORO COUNTY MANY KILLED BY TRAIN
McCOLL—A 71-year-old man has been struck and killed by a train after his motorized wheelchair got stuck on the tracks less than a block from his Marlboro County home.
John Alford managed to get out of the wheelchair and was trying to pull it off the tracks Saturday afternoon [May 28] when he was hit by the train, authorities said. Alford died at the scene, authorities said.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that John Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 20 July 1938, last residence McColl, Marlboro Co., SC.
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JOHN ANTHONY ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 17 May 1970
CONWAY—Graveside services for John Anthony Alford, 5-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Marion T. Alford will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Hillcrest Cemetery, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home. He died Saturday morning [May 16] in a local hospital.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his mother, Brenda Darlene Duncan Alford; sister Tammy Renee Alford; and paternal grandparents Gilbert Grey Alford and Vera Hope Herring Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: John Anthony 1970 SC1, Marion Thomas 1944 SC2, Gilbert Grey 1907 SC3, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC4, Harrison 1843 SC5, Arthur 1803 SC6, Arthur 1775 SC7.
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JOHN CALHOUN ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 3 July 1995
Service for John Calhoun Alford, 84, of 6900 Plainfield Road will be held at 3 p.m. today in Greenlawn Memorial Park, with military rites…. Memorials may be made to Carolina Children’s Home. Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, is in charge.
Mr. Alford died Saturday, July 1, 1995. Born in Batesburg, he was a son of the late Napoleon and Maude Bates Alford. A graduate of Clemson University, he was an Army veteran of World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War; he earned the rank of lieutenant colonel. He was a member of Kathwood Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Lois Woodward Alford; a daughter, Linda Eury of Mount Pleasant; and one grandchild.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that John C. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 15 April 1911.
We included the obituary of his sister Vivian Alford Meetze in Maryland Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: John Calhoun 1911 SC1, Napoleon 1878 SC2, Calhoun 1850 SC3.
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JOHN CARLIE ALFORD
Brother of Gladys Alford Everhardt, AAFA #0273
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 27 April 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Services for John Carlie Alford are 5 p.m. today at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Riverside Cemetery.
Born in Horry Co., a son of the late William and Reba Willoughby Alford, he died April 24, 2003.
Surviving are his wife, Barbara Lane Alford; sons Johnny, Jack Alford; sisters, Grace Herring, Bernice Summerlin, Waunice Terry; brother, Malcolm Alford; grands, Tara, Curt, Jennifer, Ryan Alford, Keith Leviner, Brandon Griggs, Danielle Matthews; and others.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death. AAFA records list his birth as 23 May 1928.
See the obituaries of his wife, Barbara Lane Alford; his William Gordon Alford and Reba Willoughby Alford; sister Grace Alford Herring; and half-sister Mary Jeannette Alford Kirton Cannon in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Gladys Alford Everhardt in Georgia Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: John Carlie 1928 SC1, William Gordon 1899 SC2, Joseph Preston 1877 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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JOHN D. ALFORD
[Although he died in TN, we are including his obituary here because he lived most of his life in SC.]
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 8 May 1919
Mr. John D. Alford died Monday [May 5] at the home of his sister, Mrs. Henrietta McKibben at Nashville, Tenn. The body arrived in Dillon yesterday morning and the interment was made at Selkirk. Mr. Alford had been in failing health for a number of years. About a year ago he went to the home of his sister in Nashville where he had hoped to be benefited by the change of climate. He continued to decline, however, and the end came Monday morning.
Mr. Alford was born near Selkirk, being a member of the well-known family of that section. His entire life was spent in his native county.
He is survived by the following brothers and sisters; Mr. Henry Alford, of Maxton; Mrs. Harriet Berry of Marion; Mrs. Henrietta McKibben of Nashville, Tenn., and Misses Florence and Carolina Alford of Columbia.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: We included the obituary of his brother Henry Clay Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
His birth year is reported differently in various records. On the 1900 census, Harleesville, Marion Co., SC, John D. Alford was born _____ March 1847 in SC. On his death certificate, Tennessee Death Records (Ancestry), his birth date is 25 March 1848. On the 1850 census, Marion Co., SC, he is age 5. In 1860, Marion Co., SC, he is age 14.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: John D. 1847 SC1, Neill Little 1799 NC2, Warren 1770 NC3, Jacob 1738 VA4, Lodwick 1710 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA7.
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JOHN E. ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ November 2016
John E. Alford of Myrtle Beach died Monday. Funeral services will be held Monday November 16, 1 PM at House of Thomas Funeral Home, with burial following in Pine Hill AME Church Cemetery, Latta….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
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JOHN GORDON ALFORD, JR.
Grandfather of John Gordon Alford IV, AAFA #1422
Father of Kathlyn Alford Aimonetti, AAFA #1410
Photo from Kathlyn Alford Aimonetti, AAFA #1410
AUGUSTA CHRONICLE
Augusta, Richmond Co., GA—Monday, 28 February 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
EDGEFIELD [Edgefield Co.], S.C—Graveside services for Mr. J. Gordon Alford, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 1, 2005 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church Cemetery....
Mr. Alford, husband of the late Anne J. Alford, died Sunday, February 27, 2005. Born September 3, 1914 in Elberton [Elbert Co.], Georgia, he was the son of J. Gordon and Florence Kelley Alford.
Mr. Alford enjoyed a long career as managing owner of Alford’s Ginnery. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and a lifelong resident of Edgefield County.
Mr. Alford is survived by a daughter, Kathlyn Alford Aimonetti and husband Ron; three stepsons, John Rainsford, Ben Rainsford and wife Winfred and George Rainsford and wife Jayne; a sister Mae Alford Bolt; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Kathlyn Williams Alford and a son, John G. Alford, III.
Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Photos from Saint Marys Catholic Cemetery, Edgefield, Edgefield Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jerry
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of J.G. Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Edgefield, Edgefield Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Kathlyn Williams Alford; second wife, Ann Johnson Rainsford Alford; mother, Florence Kelly Alford; and sister Mae Alford Bolt in this compilation.
1930 CENSUS
Edgefield (District 19), Edgefield Co., SC, Dwelling #38:
John G. Alford head 44 GA GA GA age 28 at 1st marriage farmer
Florence L. wife 40 VA VA VA age 24 at 1st marriage
John G. Jr. son 15 GA GA VA
Mae dau 8 SC GA VA
1920 CENSUS
Edgefield (District 19), Edgefield Co., SC, Dwelling #94:
John G. Alford head 33 GA GA GA cotton gin ginner
Florence K. wife 31 VA VA VA
John G. Jr. son 5 GA GA VA
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: John Gordon 1914 GA1, John Gordon 1886 GA2, Allen Stephens 1848 GA3, John Allen 1815 GA4, William 1794 NC5, Kinchen 1768 NC6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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JOHN HENRY ALFORD
Father of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
Photo from McKenzie Funeral Home
GEORGETOWN TIMES
Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—Wednesday, 26 December 2018
Rev. John Henry Alford, 92, a beloved father and the devoted husband of Mary Howard Alford, having finished his earthly labors, went home to be with his Lord, Saturday, December 8, 2018 at his residence.
Mr. Alford was born a son of Ellie Parker Alford and Alice Hyman Alford on July 26, 1926, in the Sand Hill Community of Florence County. He was educated in the old Hannah School and the Piney Forest School. The Alford family moved to the Piney Forest Community of Andrews in Williamsburg County in December 1939. On July 26, 1948, John Henry married his bride Mary Howard of Pleasant Hill. As man of distinguished work ethics, John Henry took care of his bride and family working many different jobs including: a taxi cab driver, an all around carpenter including plumbing and painting, a farmer who could drive a mule or a tractor, and a truck driver for the logging industry. Mr. Alford was a licensed barber with the SC Association of Barbers since 1959 until 2011.
On October 15, 1948, John Henry was gloriously saved declaring Jesus Christ his Lord and Savior. His new life in Christ led him to joined Happy Home Freewill Baptist Church. The church at that time had started a building project and John Henry using his finances built every pew for the new sanctuary. After experiencing the Pentecostal fire, in 1965, John and Mary joined the Warsaw Pentecostal Holiness Church. There he served as a deacon and worked diligently with the pastor, Rev. M.C. Cannon, to build the membership. During this time the church saw a historical growth and ministry including the building of the church fellowship hall. Moreover, John Henry was compelled to fulfill the calling to visit the sick, shut-ins, and hospitals which he continued until 2010 or when he could not find someone to drive him.
In June 1970, Rev. Alford received his Mission Workers License through the SCIPHC. However, the divine calling to preach, which was vested in him since childhood, now changed his steps once more. In June 1972, Rev. John Henry Alford with his faithful wife by his side received his Ministerial Licenses. Their pastoral history includes the following Pentecostal Holiness Churches: McCellanville, Owens Chapel (twice), Wando, Rhems, Liberty Christian Church, and Sampit. In 2001, though retiring from pastoral, the Alfords ministry has continued as countless lives have been changed, educated, and inspired through their Christian walk of faith and love. As their steps have grown slower and weaker, the Bloomingvale PHC and The River Church has displayed honor and respect as they care for this patriarch family. Rev. and Mrs. Alford are members of the South Carolina Conference of the International Pentecostal Holiness Church where they are part of the Royal Elders and he was an Honorable recipient of the 50 Year Ministry Pen.
John Henry and Mary celebrated 70 years together. Their home was blessed with six children: Larry (Kathy) Alford, Harry Louis Alford, Gerald (Judy) Alford, Phillip (Linda) Alford, Wendell (Debbie) Alford, and Mitchell Alan “Mickey” Alford; thirteen grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild.
Rev. Alford was born the 6th child of 9 siblings: Alene (Jasper) Parrott, Ruthledge “Bubba” (Kizzie) Alford, Louise (Ed) Evans, Lizzie Mae (Willie) Cox, Willie Alford, Evelyn (Henry Lee) Swails, Nathan (Pat) Alford, and Ethridge “Noot” (Dora) Alford.
He leaves behind: his wife, his children; grandchildren; and two siblings, Evelyn and Noot.
He was predeceased by his parents; two sons, Harry and Mickey; and six siblings and their spouses.
McKenzie Funeral Home is honored the serve the Alford family.
Photos from Piney Forest Cemetery, Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gerald Alford, AAFA #0250
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his son Larry Lee Alford; parents, Ellie Parker Alford and Alice L. Hyman Alford; and siblings Aline Carrie Alford Parrott, Lizzie Mae Alford Cox, Louise Mattie Alford Evans, Nathan Alford, and Rutledge Cleveland “Bubba” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: John Henry 1926 SC1, Ellie Parker 1892 SC2, John William 1844 SC3, unknown4.
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JOHN KNOX ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 1 October 1957
DILLON, Sept. 30—Funeral services for John Knox Alford, 69, will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Bethea Funeral Home.... Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery.
A son of the late James and Katheryn E. Serling Alford. He is survived by his widow, the former Mrs. Janie Gaddy, one stepson, J.W. Gaddy of Sumter; three step grandchildren; one brother Grady of Carolina section of Dillon County; four sisters, Mrs. Jessie Cottingham of Carolina section, Mrs. Gus [Maybelle] Alford of Dillon, Mrs. Colon Hasty of Fayetteville, Mrs. Annie McInnis of Carolina section.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Jennie Brunson Gaddy Alford; parents, Daniel James Alford and Catherine Easterling Alford; and siblings Joseph Grady Alford, Emily C. Alford, and Maybelle Alford Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Sion Easterling Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
On John Knox Alford’s WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 28, a single farmer living in Little Rock, Dillon Co., SC. He was born 2 July 1889 in Judson, Dillon Co., SC, and has brown eyes and dark red hair.
Buried next to each other at Riverside Cemetery:
Jennie Brunson Alford wife of John K. Alford 7/16/1883–8/19/1962
John K. Alford S.C. Pvt. U.S. Army WWI 7/2/1888–9/29/1957
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: John Knox 1889 SC1, Daniel James 1853 SC2, Paisley 1825 NC3, Sion 1796 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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JOHN OLIVER ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 8 November 1953
MARION, Nov. 7—John Oliver Alford, 65, died about noon today at his home in Britton’s Neck, after an illness of several years.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at Nebo Baptist Church.... Interment will be in Reedy Creek Cemetery.
He is survived by his wife, Addy Richardson Alford; three daughters, Mrs. Foster Larrimore of Conway, Mrs. Aubrey Richardson of Britton’s Neck and Mrs. Pearly Sellers of Myrtle Beach; five sons, Ned, Len, and Wesley Alford all of Britton’s Neck, Johnny Alford of Marion and Lincoln Alford of Myrtle Beach.
Photo from Reedy Creek Baptist Cemetery, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his children Estelle Alford Sellers Gore, Johnny Alford, and Leon Alford; and brothers Doctor Larie “Dock” Alford, Joseph Mack Alford, and Southern Albert Alford in this compilation.
The following censuses seem to be the correct family, but much seems incorrect. The names of the children are not consistent, and John’s age does not match his 1886 birth year on his WWI Draft Registration and gravestone. Furthermore, his daughter Estelle was born in 1928, but she does not appear on the 1930 census.
1930 CENSUS
Le Gette (District 4), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #181:
John Alford head 40 SC SC SC age 22 at first marriage farmer
Addie wife 35 SC SC SC age 17 at first marriage
Ned son 12 SC SC SC
Allice dau 8 SC SC SC
Robert son 5 SC SC SC
Susie dau 0/12 SC SC SC
Frank J. Larrimore son-in-law 28 SC SC SC age 27 at first marriage
farm laborer
Lizzie dau 16 SC SC SC age 15 at first marriage
1920 CENSUS
Le Gette (District 103), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #54:
Mary Richardson head 80 SC SC SC widow
[Mary is Addie’s grandmother—she is listed as such in 1900 in Le Gette. Her mother is probably Mary’s daughter Ida, enumerated with the family.]
Sarah dau 12 SC SC SC
John Alford son-in-law 30 SC SC SC steam railroad laborer
Addie dau 23 SC SC SC
Lizzie granddau 4-8/12 SC SC SC
John Jr. grandson 3-1/12 SC SC SC
Willie grandson 1-6/12 SC SC SC
John has not been found on the 1910 or 1900 censuses.
On John Olliver Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 32, a farmer living in Centenary, Marion Co., SC. His birth date is 9 March 1886 and he names Addie Richardson Alford as his nearest relative.
His son-in-law’s death: Johnny Foster Larrimore, 62, d. 22 Oct 1966 in a car accident in Florence Co., SC. His surviving wife is Mrs. Lizzie Alford Larrimore. Pallbearers included Ned, Leon, Eddie, and Lincoln Alford. [not verbatim—from Florence Morning News, 24 October 1966]
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: John Oliver 1886 SC1, John Robeson 1852 SC2, Arthur 1803 SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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JOHN R. ALFORD
THE POST-STANDARD
Syracuse, Onondaga Co., NY—Sunday, 17 February 2002
John R. Alford, 84, of Aiken, S.C., died Monday of a stroke. B
orn in Binghamton, he lived in Syracuse more than 40 years, moving away in 1995. He was a supervisor for the microfilming department of the Onondaga County Clerk’s Office and had worked at Hendricks Photo Supply.
Survivors: His wife of 62 years, the former Elizabeth R. Cadwell; two daughters, Sandra Mulherin of South Carolina and Patricia DeLoye; a son, James of Syracuse; a sister, Gloria Ruby of Gainesville, Fla.; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren.
Services: None locally. Elliott & Son Funeral Home, Augusta, Ga., had arrangements. Contributions: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that John R. Alford (SS# issued in NY) was born 1 Aug 1917, last residence Trenton, Edgefield Co., SC.
See the obituary of his wife, Elizabeth Rosemond Cadwell Alford,, in this compilation.
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JOHN WESLEY ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 24 May 1977
LAKE CITY—Funeral services for John Wesley Alford will be conducted Wednesday at 4 p.m. at Mt. Beulah United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, directed by Graham and Godwin Funeral Home
Mr. Alford, 29, died Saturday in a local hospital after an apparent heart attack. He was born in Williamsburg County, a son of Mr. John and Leanna Alford.
Surviving in addition to his parents of Lake City are his wife, Mrs. Yvonda Mae Eaddy Alford of Lake City; a son, Kevin Leon Alford of the home; a daughter, Miss Yvonne Angela Alford of the home; a brother, Ananias Alford of Lake City; five sisters, Miss Margaret Alford of Miami, Fla., Miss Gloria Alford, Miss Myrtle Alford, Miss Laura Alford and Miss Carmela Alford all of Lake City; and the paternal grandmother, Mrs. Hattie V. Fulmore of Lake City.
Photo from Green Lawn, Kingstree, Williamsburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nancy Lee Huggins
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
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JOHN WESLEY ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 28 January 1988
AYNOR—John Wesley Alford, 22, died Wednesday [January 27] at his residence. The funeral will be at 3:30 p.m. Friday in Aynor First Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Goldfinch’s Conway Chapel, will be in Aynor Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of Wesley Moore Alford and Shirley Mae Martin Alford. He was a member of Aynor First Baptist Church.
Surviving are his mother of Aynor; two sisters, Connie Johnson of Conway and Becky Fox of Aynor; and several nieces and nephews.
Photo from Aynor Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that John W. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 16 May 1965 and died _____ Jan 1988, last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituary of his mother, Shirley Mae Martin Alford, in this compilation.
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JOHN WESLEY ALFORD, JR.
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 21 December 1971
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—The Rev. John Wesley Alford Jr., 74, died Sunday afternoon [December 19] at his home in Dillon after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Manning Baptist Church…. Burial will be in the St. Mary’s Cemetery. Masonic rites will be conducted by Euclid Lodge No. 19. Services will be directed by Greens Funeral Home of Dillon.
He is survived by a son, Rudolph Alford, Charlotte, N.C.; four brothers, Gary Drake of Greenville, Champ Drake of Newark, N.J., Hozier Drake of Newark, N.J., and Thomas Drake of Baltimore, Md.; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Mella V. Alford of Dillon; and three grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Johnnie Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 17 March 1896 and died _____ Dec 1971, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
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JOHN WILLIAM ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 29 January 2015
SUMMERVILLE—John William Alford, 86, of Summerville, SC, husband of Lenora Hyman Alford, died Tuesday, January 27, 2015. Cryptside services will be held at Dorchester Memory Gardens, Thursday afternoon, January 29, 2015 at 2 o’clock….
Mr. Alford was born October 13, 1928 in Aynor, SC, a son of Owen and Jane Rouse Alford. He was a manager for Hunter Manufacturing in the clothing industry. He was a Military Veteran.
Survivors include his wife, Lenora Hyman Alford of Summerville, SC; two step-sons, Daniel Hyman of Mt. Pleasant, SC and Thomas Hyman and wife Linda of Plymouth, MI; one step-daughter, Louanne Wickenhoefer and husband Tim of Summerville, SC; two grandchildren, Heather Krako and Jonathon Hyman; two great-grandchildren; four sisters, Ruth Collins, Addie Mae Best and husband Carl, Rachel Mishoe and husband Dwight, Bertie Butler and husband James; one brother, Paul Alford and wife Faye, all of South Carolina.
He was predeceased by his parents; and two sisters, Bethany Brown and Mary Lee Register.
Arrangements by Parks Funeral Home….
Photo from Dorchester Memory Gardens, Summerville, Dorchester Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Juanda Owens B.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Lenora Lundy Hyman Alford; parents, Owen Gurley Alford and Addie Jane Rouse Alford; and sisters Addie Mae Alford Best, Bertie Alford Johnson Williams Butler, Bethany Lou Alford Brown, and Mary Lee Alford Register in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: John William 1928 SC1, Owen Gurley 1898 SC2, John M. 1859 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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JOHNNIE LEE ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 7 May 1996
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Services for Johnnie Lee Alford were held Saturday at Magnolia AME Church, Hamer, with burial in the church cemetery. House of Thomas Funeral Home is in charge.
Mr. Alford died Wednesday, Apr. 24. He was a son of Maggie Alford Johnson and the late John L. Alford Sr.
Surviving are daughters: Yolanda and Cassandra Alford; brothers: Theodore and John Luther Alford of Dillon, Bobbie Johnson of Columbia, Tommie Alford, Baltimore, Dree and Billy Johnson, Paterson, N.J.; sisters: Margaret Alford, Baltimore, Betty Graves and Sallie McRae, Dillon, and Jean Dennis, Florence; two grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
The House of Thomas Funeral Home traditionally serves the African-American community.
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JOHNNIE MAE FLOYD ALFORD RICHARDSON TIMMONS
Conway, Horry Co., SC—_____ June 2015
AYNOR, SC—Johnnie Mae Floyd Alford Richardson Timmons, age 77, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2015 at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center.
Johnnie Mae was born in Aynor, SC, a daughter of the late John Griffin and Georgie Delilah Owens Floyd. She was the former Mayor of Aynor and the second woman to hold that office. Her greatest accomplishment as Mayor was to bring Water and Sewer to the town to initiate future growth. She was the Owner and Operator of both Teddy Bear Produce and Jet’s Birdhouses in Aynor. Johnnie Mae will be remembered for her work ethic and helping many of the youth in the Aynor area. She was a member of Aynor United Methodist Church and also the Aynor Area Chamber of Commerce. Johnnie Mae enjoyed selling produce and being outdoors.
In addition to her parents, Johnnie Mae was preceded in death by her three husbands; A.M. Alford, C.P. Richardson, and Charles E. Timmons; her step-son, Rev. Alan Richardson; her sister, Helen F. Graham; and her brother-in-law, Sam W. Graham.
She is survived by her two children; John Howard Alford and his wife, Debbie, of Galivants Ferry, Georgette Timmons of Conway; her step-son, Carl Richardson of Conway; former daughter-in-law, Betty Jane Alford of Galivants Ferry; her grandchildren, Krystal Dawn Alford of Aynor and Jonathan Howard Alford of Galivants Ferry; her great grandchildren, Lana and Alex Holt both of Aynor; her sister, Sara Floyd Small Whitner and her husband, Ed, of Aynor; and other extended family members.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, June, 7, 2015 at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel….
Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery….
Photos from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Wake County Genealogical Society
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
Her birth date is on her gravestone: 20 June 1937.
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JOHNNY ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 22 November 1974
GRESHAM—Johnny Alford, 47, a machine operator for Wellman Manufacturing Co., died Thursday [Novembe 21] in a Marion hospital.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Goldfinch Funeral Home.
Mr Alford was born in Marion County, a son of Mrs. Addie Richardson Alford and the late John Oliver Alford. He was a member of Nebo Baptist Church.
Surviving, in addition to his mother and his widow, Mrs. Mozella Altman Alford, both of Gresham, are: four brothers, Ned Alford of Gresham, Leon Alford of Conway, Wesley M. Alford of Aynor and Lincoln Alford of Myrtle Beach; three sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Larrimore of Conway, Mrs. Aubrey Richardson of Gresham and Mrs. Paul Gore of Garden City.
Photo from Souls Chapel Cemetery, Gresham, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Hal
Photo posted 19 Nov 2014
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Johnny Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 Jan 1927, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his wife, Mozella Altman Alford; father, John Oliver Alford; and siblings Estelle Alford Sellers Gore and Leon Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Johnny 1927 SC1, John Oliver 1886 SC2, John Robeson 1852 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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JOHNNY ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ August 2015
Johnny Alford of Dillon died Monday August 10, 2015 at McLeod Medical Center of Dillon. Funeral services will be held Saturday August 15, 2015, 1 PM at New Holly United Methodist Church … burial will follow in the church cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
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JOHNNY ARCHIE ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 20 May 1999
COLUMBIA—Johnny Archie Alford, 47, died Tuesday, May 18, 1999, after an automobile accident.
He was born in Horry County, a son of the late Leamon and Essie Rabon Alford. He was an Army veteran.
Survivors include four brothers, Bobby Alford of Mullins, Larry Alford of Conway, Robert Alford of Charleston and Tony Alford of Minnesota; and his paternal grandmother, Sally Alford of Conway.
Visitation will be from 7 to 9 tonight at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway chapel. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Berea Baptist Church. Burial will be at the church cemetery.
Photo from Berea Baptist Baptist Church Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Johnny A. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 18 July 1951.
See the obituaries of his parents, Leamon Junior Alford and Essie Mae Rabon Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Tony Scott Alford in Minnesota Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Johnny Archie 1951 SC1, Leamon Junior 1931 SC2, Archie Leamon 1907 SC3, Jesse James 1880 SC4, Ashley Levi 1842 SC5, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC6, John B. 1780 NC7, William 1760 NC8.
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JOHNNY EARL ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Monday, 8 February 2010
AYNOR—Johnny Earl Alford, age 54 of Hucks Rd. passed away February 6, 2010 at Conway Medical Center.
Surviving Mr. Alford is one son: Hubert Alford and one daughter Penny Alford both of Aynor.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at Happy Home Baptist Church…. Burial will follow in the church cemetery….
Mr. Alford and his family are in the care of Johnson Funeral Home of Aynor.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Johnny Earl Alford (SS# issued in VA) was born 12 Oct 1954, last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his mother, Edna Earle Hughes Alford; and brother Milton Alexander Alford in this compilation.
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JOHNNY LAIN HALFORD
Photo from his Find A Grave memorial
Seawright Funeral Home & Crematory
Inman, Spartanburg Co., SC—_____ October 2013
SPARTANBURG, SC—Johnny Lain Halford, 82, of Spartanburg passed away Friday, October 11, 2013 at Valley Falls Terrace in Spartanburg.
Born in Pacolet, SC on October 15, 1930, he was the son of the late Mr. Robert David and Mrs. Cora Lee (Edwards) Halford and was the husband of the late Mrs. Mary Louise (Carines) Halford.
Johnny was a retired NASCAR Winston Cup Series driver who raced from 1969 - 1978. Johnny was refered to as “High Pockets” because of his 6′- 6″ height. He won the 1976 ARCA 200 at Talladega in the #82 Dodge. He was also a paint contractor.
He is survived by three children, Mary Ann Bell of Cowpens, SC, David Leroy Halford, Sr of Spartanburg and Steve Halford of Spartanburg, SC; eight grandchildren, Sam “Wino” Hammett, Tim Ray Hammett, David Leroy Halford, Jr., Jamie Whiteside, Katherine Meece, Teresa Meece, Cheyenne Halford and Julie Halford and seven great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by one daughter, Patricia “Missy” Ann Halford and one brother, Robert Blain Halford.
…. Funeral services will be held in the Seawright Funeral Chapel at 2:30 PM…. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Spartanburg.
Photo from Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jimmy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Mary Louise Carines Halford; daughter Patricia Ann Halford; and brother Robert Blain Halford in this compilation.
His HALFORD lineage: Johnny Lain 1930 SC1, Robert David 1907 NC2, Avery 1874 NC3, David J. 1855 NC4, Francis Asbury 1821 NC5, David C. 1792 NC6, John 1768 VA7, James 1737 NC8, John 1690 NC9, John 1640 NC10, Thomas 1614 England11.
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JOHNNY LEE “HARPO” ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 25 June 2002
Johnny Lee “Harpo” Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 28
Place of Birth: of Dillon
Date of Death: Friday [June 21]
Place of Death: wreck outside of Latta on Little Zion Road
Place of Burial: St. Matthews AME Church Cemetery
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
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JOHNNY RAY ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ June 2012
AYNOR—Johnny Ray Alford, 60, died Monday, June 11, 2012 at his residence.
Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel.
Born in Marlboro County, SC, September 18, 1951, he was the son of the late Cole Alford and Sarah Ellen Mudd Alford.
Survivors include his son, Chris (Susan) Alford of Dillon; daughter, Mitsy A. (Harry, Jr.) Lewis of Dillon; ex-wife, Margaret Alford of Dillon; brothers, Wayne Alford of Dillon, Jerry Alford of Nashville, TN, Jim Alford of Virginia, and Bill Alford of Charlotte, NC; sister, Kathy Alford of Marion; grandchildren, Taylor Daniels, and Conor Lewis; friend, Charles (Jenny) Lilly.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Colon L. Alford and Sarah Ellen Mudd Alford; stepmother, Ruby Wilkes Taylor Alford; and brother Jessie Wayne Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Johnny Ray 1951 SC1, Colon L. 1912 SC2, George Washington 1877 SC3, Ashley Levi 1842 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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JOHNNY TRAVIS ALFORD, SR.
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 1 October 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
CAMDEN—Memorial services for Johnny T. Alford Sr., 53, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Lone Oak Baptist Church, Eatonton, Ga. Cooke Funeral Home, Camden Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Alford died Monday. He was a son of Lawrence and Margie Hightower Alford.
Surviving are his wife, Sharon Kay Alford; sons, Timothy, Travis, Judson Alford, Raymond Cox and Robert Evans; daughters, Gayle Cooper and Nee Evans; brother, James Alford; sisters, Betty Greenway, Joanne Herring and Joyce Anderson; 11 grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
A death notice was also published in this newspaper, where Johnny’s middle name was listed.
We included the obituary of his brother James Lawrence Alford in Georgia Obituaries.
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JOSEPH ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Wednesday, 31 March 1982
AYNOR—Joseph Alford, 51, owner and operator of Joe’s Furnace Repair Shop, High Point, N.C., died Tuesday in a Loris hospital.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Goldfinch Funeral Home of Conway.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of William A. Alford and Effie Todd Alford.
Surviving are his wife, Estelle G. Alford; his parents of Aynor, three sons, Billy J. Alford, Dennis Alford and Nathan L. Alford, all of High Point, N.C.; a daughter, Patricia A. Alford of Aynor; four sisters, Clarkie Todd and Annie Goff, both of Aynor, Viola Goff of Florence and Pearl Hudson of Conway; and two grandchildren.
In another article:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 1 April 1982
AYNOR—Funeral services for Joseph Alford, 51, owner and operator of Joe’s Furnace Repair Shop, High Point, N.C. , will be at 2 p.m. today in Bakers Chapel Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, will be in Salem Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Alford died Tuesday [March 30].
Photo from Salem Baptist Church Cemetery, Cool Spring, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susan Rogerson Perhala-Horry County Cemeteries
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Joseph Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 Nov 1930 and died _____ March 1982, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Estelle Gasque Alford; father, William Arthur “Bud” Alford; and sister Clarkie Alford Todd in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
His lineage: Joseph 1930 SC1, William Arthur 1902 SC2, William Henry 1881 SC3, John Henry 1855 SC4, Joel 1800 SC5.
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JOSEPH GRADY ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 28 January 1976
LITTLE ROCK [Dillon Co.]—Joseph Grady Alford, 81, died in a Bennettsville hospital Monday after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 3 p.m. in the Whitner Funeral Home in Bennettsville. Burial will be in Carolina Church Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion, son of the late D.J. and Catherine Easterling Alford. He was a retired farmer and attended the Marion and Dillon County schools. He was an army veteran of World War I, and a member of the Carolina Presbyterian Church where he was an elder emeritus.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Ruth McLaurin Alford of Little Rock; a son, James Duncan Alford of Little Rock; a daughter, Mrs. P.K. Van Ripper of Jacksonville, N.C.; three sisters, Mrs. Mabelle A. Alford of Dillon, Mrs. Jessie Cottingham of Clio, and Mrs. Elizabeth Hasty of Fayetteville, N.C.; also two grandchildren….
Photo from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Joseph Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 16 April 1894.
See the obituaries of his wife, Ruth McLaurin Alford; son James Duncan Alford; parents, Daniel James Alford and Catherine Easterling Alford; and siblings John Knox Alford, Emily C. Alford, and Maybelle Alford Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Sion Easterling Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Joseph Grady 1894 SC1, Daniel James 1853 SC2, Paisley 1825 NC3, Sion 1796 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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JOSEPH MACK ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 14 June 1962
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Joseph Mack Alford, 72, of the Homewood section of Horry County, died Wednesday [June 13] in a local hospital following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Friday at North Conway Church of God.... Burial will be in Aynor Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Sgt. Lynwood L. Alford, Bobby Moore, Delmas Moore, Paul Moore, Wallace Singleton and Lavon Alford.
Friends may call at Goldfinch Funeral Home until the hour of services.
Mr. Alford was born in the Socastee section of Horry County, a son of the late Robert and Mary Alford. He was a member of North Conway Church of God. Until retirement he was employed at Dargan Lumber Mfg. Co. of Conway.
Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Addie J. Moore Alford; two sons, Donnie Alford, Murrells Inlet, Gurley Alford, Aynor; one step-son Charlie Moore of Conway; two brothers, Dock Alford, Centenary, Thomas B. Alford, Hartsville; one sister, Mrs. Effie Jackson, Marion.
Photo from Aynor Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, James Michael Johnson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his brothers Doctor Larie “Dock” Alford, John Oliver Alford, and Southern Albert Alford in this compilation.
AAFA records list his name as Joseph McDonald Alford, but the only record that shows that middle name is AAFA’s unsourced marriage record.
AAFA records list his wife as Addie R. Johnson. Online family trees list her parents as William Roswell Johnson and Georgianna Catherine Barnhill.
There are conflicting dates for Joseph’s birth in the records:
1900 census Jan 1888 age 12
1910 census 1888 age 22
WWI Draft Apr 1889 age 28
1920 census 1890 age 30
1930 census 1885 age 45
1940 census 1892 age 48
Obituary [1890] age 72
Gravestone 1890
On Joe Mack Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 28, a self-employed farmer living in Conway, Horry Co., SC. He is married and has 3 children. He was born 16 April 1889 in Horry Co. and signed his name J.M. Alford.
1930 CENSUS
Conway, (District 7), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #181:
J.M. Alford head 45 SC SC SC farmer
age 25 at 1st marriage
Addie wife 50 SC SC SC age 22 at 1st marriage
Donnie son 17 SC SC SC
Gurley H. son 15 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Conway, (District 84), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #47:
Joe M. Alford head 30 SC SC SC farmer
Addie wife 36 SC SC SC
Charlie M. son 11 SC SC SC
Donnie son 7 SC SC SC
Gurley H. son 5 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Buck (District 46), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #249:
John R. Alford head 60 SC SC SC 1st marriage 40 years
farmer
Mary F. Alford wife 48 SC SC SC 9 children, 8 living
Joseph M. Alford son 22 SC SC SC
Arthur J. Alford son 13 SC SC SC
Mary E. Alford dau 20 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Conway, (District 48), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #240:
Addie Moore head 26 SC SC SC widow farmer
2 children, 1 living
Charlie M. son 1-10/12 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Conway, (District 57), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #328:
John R. Alford head 50 b. May 1850 SC SC SC married 25 years
farmer
Mary J. wife 40 b. Jul 1859 SC SC SC 9 children, 8 living
Albert son 20 b. Nov 1879 SC SC SC
[probably wrong birth date since he’s not listed in 1880; Bible record says 15 Jan 1881]
Julius R. son 18 b. Mar 1882 SC SC SC
John son 16 b. Feb 1884 SC SC SC
Ettie dau 14 b. Aug 1885 SC SC SC
Joseph son 12 b. Jan 1880 [sic] SC SC SC
Doctor L. son 9 b. Feb 1891 SC SC SC
Walter son 7 b. Nov 1892 SC SC SC
James son 4 b. Apr 1896 SC SC SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Joseph Mack ???? SC1, John Robeson 1852 SC2, Arthur 1803 SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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JOSEPH VALINE ALFORD
Uncle of Gladys Alford Everhardt, AAFA #0273, and Ebbie Preston Alford, AAFA #0237
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 11 December 1969
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Joseph Valine Alford, 61, died Tuesday [December 8] in a Florence hospital after a short illness.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 3 p.m. at Meares Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Methodist Rehobeth Cemetery.
Born in Horry County, Mr. Alford was a son of the late Preston and Nellie Skipper Alford. He was a member of the First Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Ora Mae Baker Alford; a son, Calvin P. Alford of Mullins; two daughters, Mrs. Melvin (Verna Mae) Bell of Goldsboro, N.C., Mrs. W.L. [Wade Lamar] (Lavinia) Smith of Florence; four half-brothers, Miley Alford of Georgetown, Ebbie Alford, Meddie Alford and Coly [sic: Cody] Alford, all of Florida; two half-sisters, Mrs. Dosky Sarvis of Marion and Mrs. Martha Miller of Columbia; and seven grandchildren.
Photo from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Joseph Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 7 August 1907 (probably an incorrect year) and died _____ Dec 1969, last residence Mullins, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Ora Mae Baker Alford; his brother William Gordon Alford; and his half-siblings Debbie Lee Alford Sarvis and Miley Preston Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his daughter Verna Mae Alford Bell in North Carolina Obituaries; and of his half-brothers Arnold Cody Alford and Ebbie C. Alford in Florida Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Joseph Valine 1908 SC1, Joseph Preston 1877 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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JOSEPHINE SHERMAN BRYANT ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Wednesday, 23 April 1947
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her second husband, Willis M. Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
From SC Deaths: Josephine S. Alford died 22 Apr 1947 in Easley, Anderson Co., SC. She was born 10 March 1879 in Anderson Co., SC, daughter of Samuel Sherman and Amanda Smith. The informant was W.M. Alford.
Most of the city of Easley is in Pickens Co., with a small area in Anderson Co.
Her first husband was Terrell Jeptha Bryant Sr., 1878–1938.
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JUANITA ALFORD MCNEIL
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 14 September 1989
Name: Juanita Alford McNeil
Parents: Dan and Ethel Alford
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: a Florence hospital
Place of Burial: St. Marys Cemetery
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show Juanita McNeil (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 Jan 1923 and died 10 Sept 1989, last residence Little Rock, Dillon Co., SC.
Possibly:
1920 CENSUS
Red Bluff (District 127), Marlboro Co., SC, Dwelling #205:
Dannie Alford head B 30 SC SC SC farmer
Ethel wife B 24 SC SC SC
Gertrude dau B 8 SC SC SC
Oleney son B 6 SC SC SC
Edgar son B 5 SC SC SC
Noah McRae boarder B 70 SC SC SC widower
No one in this family has been located in 1930 except possibly Gertrude Alford, 21 single, living in Latta, Dillon Co. with a young daughter.
On Dannie Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 26, a farm laborer living in Clio, Marlboro Co., SC, where he was born on 6 Nov 1891. He has a wife and 3 childre, race is “African,” and he signed with his mark.
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JUANITA HALFORD HOPKINS
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Wednesday, 6 November 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
Juanita Halford Hopkins, 81, of 205 East Pearl Street. White Oak Manor, and formerly of Lyman, died on Monday, November 4, 2002, at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, November 6, 2002, at the First Baptist Church of Lyman. Burial was in Woodlawn Memorial Park.
A native of Spartanburg, she was the daughter of the late James Walter and Emma Gibbs Halford and the wife of the late Frank William Hopkins. She was retired from Springs Industries.
Survivors include her daughter, Cindy Hopkins Ervin and her husband, Edd, of Spartanburg, three sisters, Ruth Campbell and Frances Eledge, both of Spartanburg, and Jerry Palmer of Cincinnati, OH, and a brother, Dewey Halford of Spartanburg.
Photos from Woodlawn Memorial Park, Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Chris & Julie Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her siblings James Edward Halford Sr. (with census reports) and Ruth Margaret Halford Campbell in this compilation.
Her HALFORD lineage, in part from Dyer Family Tree on Ancestry, 27 Dec 2008: Juanita 1921 SC1, James Walter 1892 NC2, Samuel Zebulon Columbus 1862 NC3, John Wesley 1837 NC4, Thomas Jefferson 1802 NC5, John 1765 VA6, John 1745 ?? 7.
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JUANITA ODESSA ALFORD FREEMAN
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—11 May 2006
Juanita Alford Freeman, 78, died Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at Life Care Center of Charleston.
Mrs. Freeman was born in Groveland in Bryan Co., Ga. on Mar. 24, 1928, a daughter of the late David N. Alford and Annie Mae Edge Alford. She was a retired bookkeeper and former employee of McDuffie-Marlowe Furniture Co.
Mrs. Freeman was a member of Wayne United Methodist Church and was a former Sunday school teacher and nursery helper.
Mrs. Freeman was predeceased by her husband, Robert Freeman Jr.; a daughter, Gail F. Poston; and a granddaughter, Bonnie Katina Lambert.
Surviving are three daughters, Brenda F. Savage and her husband, Bill, of Stockbridge, Ga., Patricia A. Butts and her husband, Jack, of Hanover, Va., and Donna F. Thompson and her husband, Eddie, of Georgetown; three brothers, Oscar Alford of Warner Robins, Ga., Homer Alford of Cochran, Ga., and Alphus Alford of Nanek, Alaska; five sisters, Julia Thompson of Bloomingdale, Ga., Margie Clifton and Lois Harper, both of Byron, Ga., Jessie DeLoach of Metter, Ga., and Lora Hinley of Pooler, Ga.; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday afternoon, May 12, 2006 at the Georgetown Chapel of Mayer Funeral Home…. Burial will follow in Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends at the Georgetown Chapel of Mayer Funeral Home on Thursday evening, May 11, 2006 from 6 until 8 p.m….
Photo from Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, JFArabianH
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Juanita Odessa Alford Freeman (SS# issued in GA), last residence Hanover, Hanover Co., VA.
We included the obituaries of her siblings Glennis Pearl Alford Wiggins Lanier and Harold Elliott Alford in Georgia Obituaries; of her brother Homer Deweese Alford in Florida Obituaries.
Her father’s name is David Nedium Alford on his gravestone and David Neidum Alford on his SSACI record, but AAFA records show him as David Needham.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Juanita Odessa 1928 GA1, David Nedium 1895 SC2, Harrison 1843 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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JUANITA SHELLEY ALFORD
Mother of John Ashley Alford, AAFA #1289
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Saturday, 27 March 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Juanita Shelley Alford, age 91 of Lakeside Drive, wife of the late Leon Jehu Alford, died Thursday, Mar. 25, 2004 at Conway Medical Center.
Mrs. Alford was born in Aynor, a daughter of the late John Toles and Susan Adeline Todd Shelley. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Conway for 50 years. Mrs. Alford was a member of the DAR and of Daughters of the Confederacy.
Surviving are two sons, John A. Alford of Goose Creek and Leon J. Alford, Jr. of Plantation, Fla.; two grandchildren, John Ashley Alford, II and Jason Toles Alford of Plantation, Fla.
Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at Hillcrest Cemetery…. The family will receive friends 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Sunday before the service at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Ron Osborne
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Juanita S. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 7 October 1912, last residence Conway, Horry Co.
See the obituary of her husband Leon Jehu Alford Sr. in this compilation.
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JUDY ANN JACKSON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—18 October 2012
TIMMONSVILLE—Funeral service for Mrs. Judy Ann Jackson Alford were held at 3 PM Friday in the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church Cemetery directed by Bacote-Eaddy Funeral Home of Timmonsville. She died Sunday October 14, 2012.
She was born in Florence County a daughter of the late Ulysess and Elloree Jones Jackson, Sr. She attended the public schools of Florence County and was a member of the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. She enjoyed traveling with her daughter.
Survivors include: her husband, Curtis Alford of Timmonsville; a daughter, Debra Alford of Florence; one sister, Dorothy Green of Newark, NJ; a brother, Harry L. (Gwen) Jackson of Timmonsville; two God Grandchildren, Nicholas Lowery and Jamari Bennett; two sisters in law, Merlee Evans and Eileen Jackson both of Timmonsville; a devoted family friend, Robert Conyers of Timmonsville; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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JUDY ELIZABETH ALFORD HEMBREE
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 9 October 1999
ROCK HILL—Services for Judy Elizabeth Alford Hembree, 49, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Cauthen Funeral Home, Rock Hill Chapel, with burial in Forest Hills Cemetery….
Mrs. Hembree died Friday [October 8]. Born in Rock Hill, she was a daughter of Lorenzo Burt Alford and Margie Lee McCall Alford.
Surviving are her husband, Gary Wayne Hembree; sons, Mike Hembree, Gary Hembree Jr., Dylan Hembree; daughter, Sandi Davis; parents, of Rock Hill; two brothers; two sisters.
Photo from Forest Hills Cemetery, Rock Hill, York Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Rick and Kathy Wright
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Judy E. Hembree (SS# issued in SC) was born 14 Oct 1949, last residence Rock Hill, York Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Lorenzo Burt Alford and Margie Lee McCall Alford; and her brother Michael Lorenzo Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Judy Elizabeth 1949 SC1, Lorenzo Burt 1923 NC2, Levi Simpson 1879 SC3, Levi Solomon 1841 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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JULIA ELEASE “JUDY” JORDAN ALFORD
Wife of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
Photo from McKenzie Funeral Home
GEORGETOWN TIMES
Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—Friday, 22 June 2018
Julia “Judy” Elease Jordan Alford, 67, beloved wife of Gerald Thomas Alford, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June, 2, 2018, at her residence.
Mrs. Alford was born the daughter of John T. Jordan and Katie Pauline Elliott Mobley Jordan on September 25, 1950, in Williamsburg County. She was a 1969 graduate of Williamsburg High School. She was a retired employee with the Williamsburg County School District where she was an Accounts Payable Supervisor. She was a member of the Bloomingvale Baptist Church.
She leaves behind: her husband, Gerald; two children, J. Kevin Baker of Hilton Head Island, and Katie DeAnna Fournier (Oliver) Murry of Charlotte, North Carolina; seven step-children, Michael Fournier of Bowden, Georgia, Kim Fournier (Richard) Green of Broomfield, Colorado, Tina Fournier (Steve) Smith of Graham, Alabama, Shawn T. Alford, Scott T. (Jennifer) Alford, Timothy T. Alford, and Cory T. Alford, all of Burleson, Texas; four grandchildren, Trinity Jordan Owens, Logan Wade Davis, Olivia Faith Murry, and Caleb Murry; three step-grandchildren, Max Alford, Zak Alford, and Samantha Alford. She also leaves behind: a brother, Belton Bowen Mobley of Andrews; two sisters, Jean “Jennie” Theresa Jordan (Richard) Jennings and Lola Ann Jordan Oldham both of Andrews; and her beloved fur baby and loyal companion, Ammo.
She was predeceased by: her parents; two sisters, Mary Lou Mobley Tisdale and Katie Rumell Mobley Taylor; and a brother, Bennie Dossie Mobley Jr.
A Home Going Celebration was 2 p.m., Friday, June 8, 2018, at Bloomingvale Baptist Church, 7652 Thurgood Marshall Hwy., Andrews, SC. Burial directed by McKenzie Funeral Home followed in the Church Cemetery….
Photo from Bloomingvale Baptist Church Cemetery, Bloomingvale, Williamsburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gerald Alford, AAFA #0250
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her husband’s lineage: Gerald Thomas ???? SC1, John Henry 1926 SC2, Ellie Parker 1892 SC3, John William 1844 SC4, unknown5.
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JULIA HENRIETTA ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 30 March 1939
Miss Julia Alford died at her ancestral home, “The Cedars,” near Selkirk, Tuesday night [March 28], following an illness of little more than a week. Miss Alford, a daughter of the late Capt. W. McD. and Sarah McLean Alford, was in her 73rd year.
Miss Alford was a highly cultured woman and was widely connected throughout the county. Her life was devoted to literature and teaching, and for several years she was a valued member of the Dillon High school faculty.
Surviving are four sisters, Miss Mary Grace Alford, Miss Annie Nash Alford and Mrs. Thomas G. McLeod, of “The Cedars,” and Miss Douschka Alford, Maryville, Tenn.; one brother, R.L. Alford, “The Cedars”; two nieces, Mrs. S. B. McMaster of Columbia and Mrs. A.C. McIntyre, Toronto, Canada, and two nephews, T.G. McLeod, Charlotte, N.C., and Yancey McLeod, Columbia.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: AAFA records list her as Julia Henrietta Alford, born 2 April 1866.
See the obituaries of her parents, William McDonald Alford and Sarah Elizabeth McLean Alford; and siblings Annie Nash Alford, Douschka Marion Alford, Elizabeth Alford McLeod, Ella McDonald Alford, Mary Grace Alford, McPherson McLean Alford, Edwin Plummer Alford, Robert Lee Alford, and William Baskin Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Julia Henrietta 1866 SC1, William McDonald 1827 SC2, Neill Little 1799 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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JULIAETTE ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 27 August 1996
Name: Juliaette Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 90
Date of Death: Thursday, August 22, 1996
Place of Death: Presbyterian Home in Florence
Place of Burial: Alford Cemetery
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Juliaette Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 11 Apr 1906, last residence Florence, Florence Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Manton Alford and Lorena Curry Alford; and siblings Duncan Curry Alford, Earl Richards Alford Sr., James Little Alford, Manton Clisby Alford, Margaret Alford Brandis, Mary Love Alford, and Tochie Patricia Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Juliaette 1906 SC1, Manton 1854 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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JULIAN WESLEY ALFORD
Conway, Horry Co., SC—_____ November 2017
Julian Wesley Alford, 50, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at Conway Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.
He was born August 22, 1967 in Sumter County, a son of Billy Elbert and Elizabeth Perritt Alford.
Julian enjoyed reading and history.
Mr. Alford is survived by his wife, Pamela Tyler Alford; two children, Franklin Courtney Alford and Jessie Isabella Alford; three siblings, Perritt Alford (Sherry), Kenneth Alford (Cristy) and Irma Alford Skipper (Jesse); one grandson, Benjamin Drake Alford.
…. A Graveside Service will be held 2pm Sunday, November 19, 2017 at Berea Baptist Church Cemetery…. Watson Funeral Services and Crematory, 2300 Hwy 378, Conway, SC is serving the family.
Photo from Berea Baptist Baptist Church Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
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JULIUS ANDERSON ALFORD, SR.
Father of Julius Anderson “Jake” Alford Jr., AAFA #0717; and Patricia Ann Alford Granberg, AAFA #1228
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Thursday, 30 October 1980
Julius Anderson Alford, 77, of 902 Reynolds Ave., died today at Self Memorial Hospital.
He was born in Mississippi, Sept. 3, 1903, a son of the late Harvey and Daisy Williams Alford. He was a retired leather dealer and a member of South Main Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Edith Reid Alford of the home; a daughter, Mrs. Patricia Grandberry [sic: Granberg] of Blanco, Texas; two sons, Preston Alford of Houston, Texas and Julius A. Alford Jr. of Highlands, N.C.; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Floyd Satterfield of Greenwood and Mrs. W.E. Simpson of Greenville; a stepson. Ray T. Dendy of Clinton ; a sister, Mrs. Vera Wood of Highlands, N.C.; four brothers, T.J. Alford of New Orleans, La., Herbert, Keith and Reuben Alford of Jackson, Miss.; 12 grandchildren; eight stepgrandchildren; a step-greatgrandchild.
Services will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at Blyth Funeral Home…. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers will be Harold Stewart, Roy Minish, George Singleton, Lonnie Gonch, Jack Alexander and Richard Timmerman….
Photos from Greenwood Memorial Gardens, Hodges, Greenwood Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gail Carruth
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Julius Alford (SS# issued in LA) was born 3 Sept 1904 [different than obituary and AAFA records] and died _____ Oct 1980, last residence Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Hilma Burdine Alford; and second wife, Edith Inez Reid Dendy Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his son Julius Anderson “Jake” Alford Jr. in North Carolina Obituaries; his daughter Patricia Ann Alford Granberg in Texas Obituaries; his parents, Harvey Warren Alford and Daisy Dean Williams Alford; and siblings Glen Campbell Alford, Gordon Keith Alford, Jacob Dye Alford, Marion Herbert Alford, Millard Ray Alford Sr., Minnie Laura Alford Brown Valakis McDonald, Reuben Sutton Alford, Sam Dorsey Alford, and Vermal Leila Alford King in Mississippi Obituaries; and his brother Taylor Jeff Alford in Louisiana Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Julius Anderson 1903 MS1, Harvey Warren 1865 MS2, Jacob A. 1835 AL3, Julius 1803 NC4, Jacob 1781 NC5, John 1747 NC6, Julius 1717 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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JULIUS MICHAEL ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 29 April 1973
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
AYNOR—Julius Michael Alford Sr., 21, died Friday evening [April 27] in a drowning accident near Aynor.
Funeral services will be conducted at 4 p.m. Sunday at Meares Mortuary in Mullins.... Burial will be in Rehobeth Methodist Cemetery in Galivants Ferry.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion County, a son of Ola Frances Huggins Alford and the late Julius Thomas Alford. He was a construction worker with Powers Construction Co. in Myrtle Beach and a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Aynor High School.
Surviving in addition to his mother are his wife, Mrs. Patsy Johnson Alford of Aynor; a son, Julius Michael Alford Jr.; a daughter, Brandi Lynn Alford, both of the home; four sisters, Mrs. Jackie (Ida Mae) Jackson of Dillon, Mrs. Rudolph (Helen) Martin of Aynor, Miss Audrey Alford of Mullins, and Mrs. Linda Causey of the home.
In another article:
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 1 May 1973
AYNOR—Julius Michael Alford, 21, drowned Friday [April 27] when his boat capsized in a pond on Highway 319 near Aynor.
Born in Marion County, he was a son of Ola Frances Huggins Alford and the late Julius Thomas Alford. He was a construction worker with Powers Construction Co, in Myrtle Beach.
Surviving are his mother of Aynor and his widow, Mrs. Patsy Johnson Alford of Aynor; a son; Julius M. Alford Jr. of the home; a daughter, Miss Brandi Lynn Alford of the home; fours sisters; Mrs. Jackie (Ida Mae) Jackson of Dillon, Mrs. Rudolph (Helen) Martin of Aynor, Miss Audrey Alford of Mullins and Mrs. Linda Causey of the home.
Services were held Sunday at Meares Mortuary in Mullins with burial in Methodist Rehobeth Cemetery in Galivant’s Ferry.
Photo from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Julius Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 9 July 1951.
See the obituaries of his parents, Julius Thomas Alford and Ola Frances Huggins Alford; and his sisters Audrey Ann Alford and Linda Alford Berry in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Julius Michael 1951 SC1, Julius Thomas 1912 SC2, Daniel Mayberry 1883 SC3, Ashley Levi 1842 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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JULIUS THOMAS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 30 January 1968
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
GALIVANTS FERRY—Julius Alford, 55, died at his home Monday morning [Jan 29].
Funeral services will be Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Gethsemane Baptist Church with burial at the Methodist Rehobeth Church Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of the late Daniel Mayberry and Mattie Turner Alford. He was married to the former Ola Frances Huggins.
Surviving are the widow; a son, Julius Michael Alford; four daughters, Miss Ida Mae Alford and Linda Alford, both of the home, Mrs. Rudolph (Helen) Martin of Aynor, Miss Audrey Alford of Mullins; a brother, Daniel M. Alford of Galivants Ferry; three sisters, Mrs. Bliss W. McCrackin of Mullins, Mrs. Carl Hardwick of Galivants Ferry and Mrs. Venoy Shelley of Nichols.
Meares Funeral Service of Mullins is in charge.
Photo from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Julius Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 21 Oct 1912.
See the obituaries of his wife, Ola Frances Huggins Alford; his children Audrey Ann Alford, Linda Alford Berry, and Julius Michael Alford (his middle name from his son’s obituary); and his siblings Daniel Mayberry “D.M.” Alford, Esta Mae Alford Hardwick, Ruby Alford McCrackin, and Ethel M. Alford Shelley in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Julius Thomas 1912 SC1, Daniel Mayberry 1883 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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KAREN RENEE ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 13 June 1961
CONWAY—Karen Renee Alford, day-old daughter of Herbert and Marie E. Alford, died at 4 a.m. Monday [June 12].
Funeral services were held from the graveside in Hillcrest Cemetery at 5:30 p.m. Monday with the Rev. William F. Wingard, pastor of St. Phillips Lutheran Church of Myrtle Beach, officiating.
Surviving, in addition to the father and mother, are three brothers, William H. Alford, Randolph F. Alford, Michael C. Alford, all of the home; the paternal grandmother, Mrs. Minnie Alford, of Rt. 1, Mullins, and the maternal grandmother, Mrs. Ella Eichelmann, of Conway.
AAFA NOTES: From SC Deaths: Karen Renee Alford, daughter of Herbert Maxwell Alford and Marie Eichelmann, was born 11 June 1961 and died 12 June 1961. She is buried in Hillcrest Cemetery.
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KATE ANN ALFORD GASQUE
Kate Ann Alford Gasque and Archie Monroe Gasque
Photo from Devotion Gardens, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the submitter, their grandson Jeff Murrie
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Wednesday, 8 August 1979
In another article:
Source unknown (posted at Find A Grave by Jeff Murrie), but possibly:
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—_____ August 1979
Mrs. Archie M. Gasque, 75, died Monday night at a Mullins hospital after a long period of declining health.
The former Miss Kate Alford, she was born in Marion County, a daughter of the late Ellis Alford and Ellen Atkinson Alford. She was a member of the Mullins First Baptist Church, the Ladies’ Bible Class and the W.M.U. of the church. She was an active member of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union.
Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon from the sanctuary of the First Baptist Church…. Burial followed in Devotion Gardens Cemetery.
Surviving are two sons, Kenneth E. Gasque of Rock Hill, and Edward Lee Gasque of Birmingham, Ala.; a daughter, Mrs. Raymond (Anlafah) Murrie of Florence; two sisters, Mrs. Lillian Sawyer of Garden City Beach, and Mrs. Clara Bell Best of Myrtle Beach.
Photo from Devotion Gardens, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Kate Gasque (SS# issued in SC) was born 29 Sept 1903 and died _____ Aug 1979, last residence Mullins, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her siblings Clara Bell Alford Best and Edward Eugene Alford (with census listings) in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Kate Ann 1903 SC1, John Ellis 1869 SC2, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC3, Warren Little 1823 TN4, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC5, Warren 1770 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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KATE ODOLETTE ALFORD BURGESS ROSE
Grandmother of Norman Jeff McFaddin, Sr., AAFA #0164
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—19 May 1915
HARVIN [Clarendon Co.], May 18—Mrs. Kate Rose died very suddenly Monday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Frances Doty, in Sumter. She had been slightly ill a day or so before her death which was very unexpected.
She was formerly Miss Kate Alford of Robeson county, North Carolina, and first married William Burgess of Sardinia [Clarendon Co.] and after his death she married Capt. W.T. Rose of Sardinia, whose death antedated hers only a few years.
She is survived by Willie R. Burgess, who is a traveling salesman and is now in Oklahoma; W. Scott Burgess of Sardinia, Robert Alford Burgess of Sumter, Ernest A. Rose of Sumter, Mrs. Frances Doty of Sumter, Mrs. Leon McFaddin, Mrs. Jefferson D. McFaddin [Leola Kate Rose] of Sardinia and Ollin Rose and Algie Rose of Sumter.
The remains will be buried Wednesday in the old family place in the burying grounds of the old Midway Presbyterian church near Sardinia, of which Mrs. Rose was a life member until the removal of her membership to the First Presbyterian church, Sumter, a few years ago.
Photo from Midway Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Clarendon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Paul Witt
AAFA NOTES: Kate is listed as Catharine, age 1/12, on the 1850 census in Robeson Co., NC. In 1860 she is Kate, which she apparently used throughout her life.
Her gravestone says, “She was a tender mother here | And in her life the Lord did fear.”
Both of her husbands, John Scott Burgess (1851–1877) and William Thomas Rose (1842–1906), are also buried at Midway Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Kate Odolette 1850 NC3, John Witherspoon 1809 NC4, Sion 1763 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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KATHERINE ALFORD SPOONER HYMAN
Sister of Elizabeth Patience Alford McCutcheon, AAFA #1157
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 20 October 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
Katherine Alford Hyman, 81, died Friday, October 16, 1998, at her home. Funeral services were held on Sunday, October 18, 1998 at the First Presbyterian Church. Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery in Dillon.
Mrs. Hyman was born in Rowland, North Carolina, on November 3, 1916, a daughter of the late Sion Walter and Ada Gertrude Williams Alford. She attended WC-UNC at Greensboro, NC, and the Washington Secretarial School in Washington, D.C. Mrs. Hyman was married to the late Lewis Bernard Hyman and she was a member of the First Presbyterian Church where she was a member of the Women’s Morning Circle.
She is survived by her sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Alford McCutcheon of Dillon, stepsons, Lewis Bernard Hyman, Jr. of Greenville, Delaware, and J. Charles Hyman of Columbia, nieces, Anna Katherine Bass of Dillon, Elizabeth McCutcheon Rozier of Myrtle Beach, and Suzanne Bell McLaurin of Dillon, nephews, O. Kenneth McCutcheon of Gastonia, NC, G.H. Bell, III of Savannah, GA, and Sion Alford of High Point, NC, several great-nieces and nephews, 6 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. A sister, Ada “Widdy” Alford Bell, preceded her in death.
Photos from Greenlawn Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm that Katherine A. Hyman (SS# issued in DC) was born 3 November 1916, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Sion Walter Alford and Ada Gertrude Williams Alford Arnette; and her sisters Ada Williams Alford Bell and Elizabeth Patience Alford McCutcheon in this compilation.
Wedding announcement:
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 8 November 1953
Mr. and Mrs. J. Bonnell Arnette announce the marriage of their daughter, Mrs. Katherine Alford Spooner, to Lewis B. Hyman Sr. Saturday, Oct. 31....
Mrs. Hyman is an Alumna of WCUNC and Washington Secretarial College.
Mr. Hyman attended Wofford College and the School of Pharmacy of the Medical College of South Carolina. He is president of Hyman Auto Company and City Motor Company....
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Katherine 1916 NC1, Sion Walter 1886 NC2, Wiley Cherry 1852 NC3, Jacob 1789 NC4, James 1764 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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KATHLEEN “KITTY” TYLER ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 5 May 2015
July 16, 1926 - May 1, 2015
Kathleen “Kitty” Tyler Alford, age 88, devoted wife and mother departed this earth on Friday, May 1, 2015 following an illness.
Mrs. Alford was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late John and Emma Martin Tyler. She was a charter member of North Conway Baptist Church. Her hobbies included sewing, arts & crafts, flower gardening, and she was a master quilter.
Mrs. Alford was predeceased by her husband of over 50 years, H. Lenneau Alford.
She is survived by: three sons, Johnny L. Alford (Nina) of Conyers, GA, Randy B. Alford (Peggy) of Conway, and Tim T. Alford of Orlando, FL.; one grandson, Russ L. Alford (Jennifer) Conyers, GA; and one great grandson, Andrew L. Alford.
Graveside services and entombment will be held at 11:00 Thursday from Hillcrest Mausoleum Chapel….
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Hursel Lenneau Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone, but her death date is not engraved.
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KATHLYN WILLIAMS ALFORD
Mother of Kathlyn Alford Aimonetti, AAFA #1410
Grandmother of John Gordon Alford IV, AAFA #1422
Photo from her daughter Kathlyn Alford Aimonetti, AAFA #1410
AIKEN STANDARD
Aiken, Aiken Co., SC—Monday, 3 January 1977
EDGEFIELD—Mrs. Kathlyn Williams Alford, 60, Carl Street, died Sunday [January 2] in an Edgefield County hospital.
Funeral services were to be held at 2 p.m. today at the Edgefield Methodist Church…. Burial was to be in the East View Cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was a native of Aiken County.
Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Kathlyn Aimonetti, Bracknay, Pa.; one son, John G. Alford III, Edgefield.
In another article:
AIKEN STANDARD
Aiken, Aiken Co., SC—Friday, 11 April 1941
Mrs. Gordon Alford and baby daughter Kathlyn Ann of Edgefield are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Williams, this week. Mrs.Alford is the former Miss Kathlyn Williams of Wagener.
Photo from East View Cemetery, Edgefield, Edgefield Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Linda Ullom Buchanan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Kathlyn Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 Jan 1916 and died _____ Jan 1977, last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her husband, John Gordon Alford Jr., in this compilation.
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KAY FRANCES THIGPEN ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—25 Saturday, 2 August 2014
LEESVILLE—Kay Frances Thigpen Alford went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and her beloved husband and family on July 31, 2014.
She was born in Charleston, SC, March 24, 1937. She was a loving wife, mother, and nanny to her family and numerous foster children over the years.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Carroll D. Alford; son, Carl Dwayne Alford; parents, Dewitt T. and Letha D. Thigpen; brothers, Robert Thigpen; Dewitt Thigpen; sister and brother-in-law, Joyce ( O’Neil) Sharpe. She is survived by children, Raymond Alford; Robin Alford; Mary Frances Alford Cooper; Tina Alford Davis; Randy Alford; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law, Doris (Joe) Stevens; sisters-in-law, Esther Thigpen; Mary Thigpen; and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be … at Christian Fellowship Baptist Church at 3:00 p.m. Sunday August 3, with burial in the church cemetery….
Memorials may be made to Saluda Nursing Center in memory of the “pretty lady in purple”, P.O. Box 398, Saluda, SC 29138….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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KEEVY M. ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ February 2015
Keevy M. Alford of Dillon, SC died Wednesday February 18, 2015. Funeral services will be held Monday February 23, 2015 at St. Matthew AME Church, 401 Elkins Rd, Hamer, SC with burial following in the church cemetery. The family receiving friends at 503 S. 16th Ave, Dillon, SC.
This is another service by the professionals at House of Thomas Funeral Home of Dillon, SC
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
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KENNETH CLIFTON “ZEKE” ALFORD
Cheraw, Chesterfield Co., SC—_____ May 2014
CHERAW, SC—Kenneth “Zeke” Clifton Alford, 58, died Thursday, May 29, 2014. Born in Bennettsville, SC he was the son of the late Elwood and Ella Louise Ammons Alford. He was a 1974 graduate of Cheraw High School and the President of the Student Body. He was a 1981 graduate of Coker College (BA in English and Political Science) and was a student representative on the Board of Trustees. Mr. Alford was a 1988 graduate of Francis Marion University (M. Ed. Language Arts). He had worked for Marlboro County Schools and Northeastern Technical College, Cheraw, SC. During his tenure at NETC he had received an award for Administrator of the Year from the South Carolina Technical Education System. He retired in 2013.
He was an active member of Saint David’s Episcopal Church, Cheraw, SC, where he had served as Men’s Club President, a recurring member of Vestry, Lay Reader and Chalice Bearer. He was a former Board Member of the Cheraw Arts Commission. Zeke was a water color artist and enjoyed cooking, reading, canine rescue and spending time at Myrtle Beach, cultivating friendships. His musical interest included Bonnie Raitt, James Taylor, The Eagles, John Prine and Jackson Browne.
Surviving is his wife Charlotte Tuck Alford of the home, sisters, Renee (Jimmie) Alford Creech, Delores “Lobie” (Rick) Alford Hammond all of Cheraw, SC, Nieces and nephews, Lynn Creech, Lisa (Bryan) Crawford, Lori (Scott) Phillips, David (Shelley) Morgan, great niece and nephew, Tucker B. Douglas and Carly C. Douglas.
A memorial service will be held 4:00 PM Sunday, June 1, 2014 at St. David’s Episcopal Church, Cheraw, SC. The family will receive friends following the service. An inurnment service will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, June 7, 2014 at Old Saint David’s Cemetery, Cheraw, SC….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Elwood Alford and Ella Louise Ammons Alford, in this compilation.
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KEVIN ANDREW ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 9 December 1975
BENNETTSVILLE—Kevin Andrew Alford, six-month-old infant son of William Aaron and Kathleen Alford, died Monday [December 8] in Marlboro County General Hospital after a short illness.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 4 p.m. in Oak Grove Independent Holiness Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery directed by Cooper Funeral Home of Dillon.
Surviving besides his parents of Bennettsville are a brother, William A. Alford Jr. of Bennettsville; a sister, Miss Betty Katherine Alford of Bennettsville; the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Roberts of Bennettsville; and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Alford of Latta.
Photo from Little Bless Holiness Church Cemetery, Oak Grove, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his paternal grandfather, Eugene Alford, in this compilation.
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KIM E. POPE HALFORD
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Saturday, 21 August 2004
SPARTANBURG, SC—Kim Pope Halford, 43, of 2479 Country Club Road, died Thursday, August 19, 2004. She was the wife of James E. Halford.
Born on February 8, 1961 in Columbia, SC, she was the daughter of Hannah Steward Ashley and Marshall “Bull” Ashley and the late Robert Miles Pope, Sr. She was a 1979 graduate of Spartanburg High School, a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church and was a homemaker.
Mrs. Halford is survived by her son, Joshua James Halford, of Spartanburg, sisters, Robyn Pope Lawing, of Mooresboro, NC and Stacy Pope Nelson, of Spartanburg, brother, Robert “Robbie” Miles Pope, Jr., of Spartanburg; maternal grandmother, Madge Stewart, of Columbia, SC, nephews, Nicholaus Lawing and Matthew Pope; and nieces, Brittany Lawing, Megan Hawkins, and Morganne Nelson.
She was predeceased by a daughter, Nicole Elizabeth Halford.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, August 22, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church…. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens…. Lanford-Dunbar Funeral Home.
Photo from Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Mabel~Bill
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Kim E. Halford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co.
See the obituary of her father-in-law, James Edward Halford Sr., in this compilation.
Her husband’s HALFORD lineage, in part from Dyer Family Tree on Ancestry: James Edward ???? SC1, James Edward 1926 SC2, James Walter 1892 NC3, Samuel Zebulon Columbus 1862 NC4, John Wesley 1837 NC5, Thomas Jefferson 1802 NC6, John 1765 VA7, John 1745 ??8.
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KITTY JANE ALFORD CURRIE
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 27 January 1916
Mrs. J.V. Currie died at her home near McColl [Marlboro Co.] on the 13th instant after a lingering illness with Bright’s disease and was buried at the Alford cemetery on the day following, the services being performed by Dr. Harrell of the McColl Presbyterian church.
Mrs. Currie was born in this county [then Marion Co.] on Sept 27th, 1855, being a daughter of Zion M. and Margaret Ann Alford. In 1876 she was wedded to Mr. J.V. Currie who died in 1908. She was a sister of Mrs. D.M. Carmichael of Dillon and is survived by one child, Mrs. Maggie McLaughlin of McColl.
In another article:
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—20 February 1916
MCCOLL [Marlboro Co.], Feb. 19—Mrs. K.J. Currie, wife of J.V. Currie of Selkirk section of Dillon county, died on January 13 at her home near McColl after suffering more than three months. She was in a comatose condition most of the time during final illness.
Mrs. Currie was the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Sion Alford. She was born September 27, 1855, near the county seat of Marlboro. In 1876 she married J.V. Currie of Marion county near Dillon, who died in 1908.
She has a sister, Mrs. D.M. Carmichael, of Dillon, surviving, also a daughter, Mrs. Maggie McLaughlin, and granddaughter, Gladys McLaughlin. Mrs. Currie was the mother of four children, among whom was a son, Neil; all except one child died in infancy.
Mrs. Currie was a member of the First Presbyterian church of Dillon. She was buried the day following her death at the Alford cemetery which is in sight of her home….
Mrs. Currie had a large family connection both in Dillon and Marlboro.
Photos from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: From Harllee’s Kinfolks, Vol. 2, p. 1457, 1461: Kitty Alford, daughter of Sion Alford and Margaret Ann McLucas.
From SC Deaths: Kittie Jane Curry’s death certificate confirms her birth and death dates. Her parents were Sion H. Alford and Margaret Ann McLucas, both born in Marlboro Co.
Her husband is Julius V. Currie, born 5 Dec 1851, the son of Neill R. Currie and Flora Alford. Julius died 27 March 1908. Flora was the daughter of Neill Little Alford and Grace McPherson.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Kitty Jane 1855 SC1, Sion about 1831 TN2, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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KIZZIE COLLINS ALFORD
Aunt of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
Photo from Mayer Funeral Home
THE NEWS
Kingstree, Williamsburg Co., SC—Monday, 18 December 2017
Kizzie Collins Alford, 86, widow of Rutledge “Bubba” Cleveland Alford, died Monday, December 4, 2017, at the Medical University Hospital in Charleston. Funeral services were held Wednesday, December 6, 2017, at Happy Home Original Freewill Baptist Church. Burial, directed by the Andrews Chapel of Mayer Funeral Home, followed at the Andrews Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born November 3, 1931, in Florence County, the daughter of the late Emory Collins and Ollie Yarborough Collins. She grew up in Salem and attended public schools. She was an accomplished seamstress and worked for Oneita Knitting Mills until retirement. She was a member of Happy Home Original Freewill Baptist Church, where she was very active in several organizations.
A son, Jimmy Alford, and a brother, LeGrand Collins, preceded her in death.
Survivors are: two sons, Carol Alford (Patricia) and Don Alford (Deonna), both of Andrews; two daughters, Judy A. Gray of Greeleyville and Cheryl A. Davis (Jeff) of Cope; one sister, Mammie Godwin of Salem; 13 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association….
Photos from Andrews Memorial Cemetery, Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Rutledge Cleveland “Bubba” Alford; and son Jimmy Joseph Alford in this compilation.
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LACY HOWARD ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 14 June 1953
AYNOR, June 13—An automobile wreck on the outskirts of Aynor claimed the lives of Mrs. Gladys Floyd Moore, 20, of Route 1, Conway, and Lacy Howard Alford, 26, of the Coolspring section.
Funeral services for Mr. Alford were held at 2”30 p.m. Friday in Gethsemane Baptist Church…. Burial was in the church cemetery….
Survivors of Mr. Alford include his mother, five brothers, Tracy Alford of Aynor, Dolphus Alford of Galivants Ferry, [illeg] Alford of Conway, Laverne Alford and Armeston Alford both of Aynor and a sister, Mrs. Dorothy Rabon of Aynor….
Coroner John S. Dix’s investigation showed the car overturned and burned on the Old Conway Highway. He quoted witnesses as saying they saw flames and smoke coming from the car as it passed just before the accident.
Photo from Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, rdsxfan
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, Howard H. Alford and Claudia Bell Martin Alford; and siblings Arnal Tracy Alford, Dorothy Jane Alford Rabon, Hursel Lenneau Alford, and Lonnie Dolphus Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Lacy Howard 1927 SC1, Howard H. 1895 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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LANCE CHAD ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 19 July 2019
LATTA—Lance Chad Alford, 40, died Wednesday, July 17, 2019 of natural causes, at McLeod Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 4:00 P.M. Sunday at Cooper Funeral Home with burial in East Marlboro Baptist Church Cemetery….
Born in Marion County, August 27, 1978, he was the son of Larry Craig Alford and Molly Jane Owens Alford. He worked at Palmetto Off Road of Florence as a detailer, and was a Big Clemson Fan.
Survivors include his parents, Craig & Janie Alford of the home; brother, Roger Glen Gray of Hilton Head, SC; nephew, Brandon Turner of Columbia; and beloved babies, Alivia & Tristan Cook, who brightened up his life everyday.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his sister Wendy Alford Turner in this compilation.
His lineage: Lance Chad 1978 SC1, Larry Craig ???? SC2, Eugene 1907 SC3.
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LARRY HEATH ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 13 July 2010
Mr. Larry Heath Alford, 33, of Johnson Shortcut Road, passed away July 10, 2010, at Marion Medical Center.
Mr. Alford was born December 16, 1976, in Marion, S.C., a son of Diane Alford of Galivants Ferry and Larry Alford of Aynor.
He was a loving husband, father, son, and brother. He enjoyed going to the river with his family, playing golf and spending time with family and friends.
Mr. Alford was predeceased by his grandparents, Leamon and Essie Alford; three uncles, Earl Alford, Tony Alford, and Johnny Alford; and one step-grandfather, Harmon Todd.
Surviving in addition to his parents are his wife, Tonya; one daughter, Laci; and one son, Josh; one brother, Erick Alford; two nephews, Hunter Alford of Galivants Ferry and Lake Alford of Conway; his grandparents, Ivey M. Calder, Jr. and Mary Calder, both of Conway; several aunts and uncles, Bobby and Linda Alford, Robert Alford, Ivey M. Calder, III and his wife, Jackie, Tammy Hardwick, Scott Calder and his wife, Amy, and several cousins.
He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.
Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Wednesday July 14, 2010 at Aynor Church of God…. Burial will follow in Pleasant Union Baptist Church Cemetery….
Mr. Alford and his family are in the care of Johnson Funeral Home, 290 9th Avenue, Aynor, S.C., 843-358-5800.
Photos from Pleasant Union Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Rabon Crossroads, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Larry Heath Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence SC.
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LARRY LEE ALFORD
Cousin of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
Photo from McKenzie Funeral Home
GEORGETOWN TIMES
Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—Wednesday, 29 January 2020
Larry Lee Alford, 70, a beloved father and the husband of Kathy Powell Alford, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, January 11, 2020.
Mr. Alford was born the son of Rev. John Henry Alford and Mary Howard Alford on March 27, 1949 in Hemingway. He enjoyed fishing, playing golf, and riding motorcycles. He was a member of the Johnsonville Pentecostal Holiness Church. He was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, caring brother, and a loyal friend.
Larry and Kathy were married on September 26, 1970 and celebrated 49 years together. Their home was blessed with: two children, Kevin Lee Alford (Leah) and Kelly Mitchell Alford (Joni); and four grandchildren, Bethany Alford, Victoria Alford, Payne Alford, and Macy Alford. He is also survived by: his mother, three brothers, Gerald Alford, Philip Alford (Linda), and Wendell Alford (Debbie); and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by: his father; and two brothers, Harry Alford and Mitchell Alford.
A Home Going Celebration was held 6PM, Tuesday evening, January 14, 2020 at the Johnsonville Pentecostal Holiness Church, 330 N Georgetown Hwy, Johnsonville…. A Committal Service was held 11AM, Wednesday, January 15, 2020 in the Earles Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery directed by the Hemingway Chapel of McKenzie Funeral Home….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituary of his father, John Henry Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Larry Lee 1949 SC1, John Henry 1926 SC2, Ellie Parker 1892 SC3, John William 1844 SC4, unknown5.
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LAURA ALLEN ALFORD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Wednesday, 27 March 1991
MARION [Marion Co., SC]—Mrs. Laura A. Alford, 94, homemaker, died March 25, 1991, at Marion Memorial Hospital. Funeral is 3 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home.
Survivors are her daughters, Mrs. Gertie Dix of Conway, Mrs. Geraldine Sellars of Myrtle Beach, Mrs. Letha Graham, Mrs. Doris Cooper; sister, Mrs. Ora Lee Ray of Thomasville, N.C.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Laura A. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 30 Sept 1896, last residence not listed.
See the obituary of her husband, James Fred Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and daughters Doris L. Alford Cooper and Gertie Alford Dix. We included the obituary of her son Donnie Leaneau Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
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LAURA DEAN FOSTER ALFORD
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Friday, 6 December 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
Laura Dean Foster Alford of 5532 Broomal St. died Nov. 30, 2002.
She was the daughter of the late Bill and Ellie Foster of Inman.
Survivors include five sons, one daughter and 11 grandchildren. Other survivors include an adopted sister, Ellie Mae Foster Turner of Philadelphia and one adopted brother, Calvin Foster of New York City.
Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday at Cannon Chapel of Funeral Service in Inman. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery in Inman.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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LAWRENCE ELIAS ALFORD
Granduncle of Nancy Ann Alford Dietrich, AAFA #0028
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—28 April 1910
CAMDEN [Kershaw Co.], April 27—L.E. Alford died at his home here this morning after an illness of several weeks. He was 59 years of age, and is survived by his wife and three children, L.D. Alford and Misses Anna Kate and Estelle Alford.
Mr. Alford moved to Camden from Marlboro some 20 years ago and has since that time engaged successfully in planting in Kershaw county.
The funeral services will take place from his former residence on Fair street at 11:30 o’clock tomorrow morning.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his wife, Emma Joice David Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Manton Lee Alford in Georgia Obituaries.
His memorial at FindAGrave.com, Quaker Cemetery, Camden, Kershaw Co., lists his birth date as 26 Nov 1851 and death date as 26 April 1910. His wife, his children Anna Kate Alford and Lawrence David Alford; his parents, William Berry Alford and Annie Jane Thomas Alford; and his siblings Eugene Alford and Mary Frances Alford are also buried in Quaker Cemetery.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Lawrence Elias 1851 SC1, William Berry 1823 NC2, Elias 1779 NC3, Jacob 1738 VA4, Lodwick 1710 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA7.
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LEAMON JUNIOR ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 6 January 1969
CONWAY—Leamon Junior Alford, 38, of the Cool Springs section of Horry County, died Sunday [January 5] at a Charleston hospital.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Goldfinch Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of Mrs. Sally Johnson Alford and the late Archie L. Alford. He has been associated with Johnson Manufacturing Co.
Surviving, in addition to his mother, are the widow, Mrs. Essie Mae Rabon Alford; five sons, Johnny Alford, Bobby Alford, Earl Alford, Larry Alford and Robert Alford, all of Aynor; four brothers, Billie E. Alford, of Sumter, James L. Alford of Myrtle Beach, Jesse B. Alford and Thomas W. Alford, both of Conway; two sisters, Mrs. Sydney Page of Aynor and Mrs. Aubrey Johns [sic: Johnson] of Conway.
In another article:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Tuesday, 7 January 1969
CONWAY—Funeral for Leamon Junior Alford, 38, will be Tuesday at 3 p.m. from the Berea Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, will follow in the church cemetery.
Mr. Alford died Monday [sic: Sunday] at a Charleston hospital.
Photo from Berea Baptist Baptist Church Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Leamon Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 4 Jan 1930 [different than gravestone] and died _____ Jan 1969, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his wife, Essie Mae Rabon Alford; son Johnny Archie Alford; parents, Archie Leamon Alford and Sally Jane Johnson Alford; and sister Elma Jane Alford Johnson in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Tony Scott Alford in Minnesota Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Leamon Junior 1931 SC1, Archie Leamon 1907 SC2, Jesse James 1880 SC3, Ashley Levi 1842 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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LEATHA MAY ALFORD BEAVER
[A nearly identical article was published in The Sun News on the same day.]
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 2 February 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Fall 1998
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Services for Leatha Alford Beaver, 69, will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Mount Andrew Methodist Church, with burial in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7-9 tonight at Kannaday’s Funeral Home.
Mrs. Beaver died Sunday, Feb. 1, 1998, in Florence. Born Feb. 3, 1928, in Gallivants [sic] Ferry, she was a daughter of the late Berry Coleman and Glenn Cook Alford, and was married to the late Oscar Maloy Beaver. She was a member of Mount Andrew Methodist Church.
Surviving are son, Jerryl Thomas Beaver of Temperance Hill; daughter, Glenda Beaver Stewart of Florence; brother, Billy F. Alford of Mullins, sisters, Edna Gerrald of Galivants Ferry and Juanita Ariola of Waterbury, Conn.; and three grandchildren.
Photos from Mount Andrew Cemetery, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Leatha A. Beaver (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituaries of her father, Berry Coleman Alford, and siblings Annie Alma Alford Elvington, Arthur Laneau Alford, Billy F. Alford, Edna Alford Gerrald, and H.B. Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Leatha May 1928 SC1, Berry Coleman 1891 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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LEILA ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 2 February 1978
MARION—Miss Leila Allford, 62, died Tuesday at a local hospital
The funeral will be 3 p.m. Thursday at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Bethesda Methodist Church Cemetery at Oak Grove.
Miss Allford was born in Dillon County, a daughter of the late Andrew Cox and Mrs. Stella Allford Cox. She was a member of Bethesda Southern Methodist Church.
Surviving are: two brothers, Eugene Allford of Latta and Elwood Allford of Cheraw; four sistes, Mrs. Dotha Lundy of Oak Grove, Mrs. Eutha Brewer of Lake View, Mrs. Paul Matavic and Mrs. Eddie Pennefather, both of New York City.
In another article:
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 2 February 1978
Name: Miss Lelia Alford
Parents: Andrew and Stella Cox Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 62
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Tuesday
Place of Death: a Marion hospital
Place of Burial: Bethesda Southern Methodist Church Cemetery
Photo from Bethesda Southern Methodist Church Cemetery, Oak Grove, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Leila Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 4 May 1915, last residence Marion, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her brothers Eugene Alford (with extensive Notes) and Elwood Alford in this compilation.
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LEILA JANE ALFORD JOHNSON
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 12 November 1984
AYNOR—Leila Jane Alford Johnson, widow of William L. Johnson, died Saturday [November 10] in a Florence hospital. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Pleasant Union Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway, will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Johnson was born Sept. 23, 1910, in Horry County, a daughter of Daniel Thomas and Amy Adline Hardee. She was a member of Pleasant Union Baptist Church.
Surviving are a son, James Clio Johnson; five daughters, Mrs. Hubert Gasque and Mrs. Jerry McLeod, both of Aynor, Mrs. Earl J. Coker of Kingstree, Mrs. Robert T. Cribb of Roebuck and Mrs. David M. Strickland of Nichols; a sister, Mrs. Haywood Squires of Loris; 15 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Nov 1984) dates of Leila Johnson (SS# issued in SC), last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituary of her paternal grandfather, Levi Solomon Alford, in this compilation.
Leila was the daughter of Daniel Thomas Alford and his second wife, Amy Adeline Hardee.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Leila Jane 1910 SC1, Daniel Thomas 1872 SC2, Levi Solomon 1841 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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LEILA PACE ALFORD
Source unknown, but possibly:
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—_____ October 1982
MARION—Leila Pace Alford, 95, wife of Pearlie DuBose Alford, died Sunday at her residence.
The funeral will be at 4 p.m. today in Smith-Collins Funeral Home. Burial will be in Spring Branch Southern Methodist Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born in Marion County, a daughter of Daniel Pace and Mary Elizabeth Lucus Pace. She was a member of Spring Branch Southern Methodist Church and the Rain Grange. She was in Home Demonstration for 40 years and was active in all community activities.
Surviving are her husband; two sons, Walter H. Alford of Florence and Dewey E. Alford of Marion; two daughters, Olivia Whitaker of Oklahoma City, Okla., and Bessie Lee Weicht of Las Vegas, Nev.; 12 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Photos from Spring Branch Cemetery, Spring Branch, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Leila Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 18 June 1887 [different than gravestone] and died _____ Oct 1982, last residence Marion, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Pearlie Dubose Alford Sr.; and children Dewey Emanuel Alford, Pearlie Dubose Alford Jr., and Walter Herbert Alford in this compilation.
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LENA MAE SMITH ALFORD
LANCASTER NEWS
Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—Thursday, 6 November 2014
Mrs. Lena Mae Smith Alford, 72, of Lancaster, widow of Paul L. Alford, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014, at her home.
She was born April 30, 1942, in Tabor City, N.C., a daughter of the late James David Smith and Mary Edna Jernergan Smith.
Mrs. Alford attended Pleasant Hill Church of God and was retired from Springs Industries. After her retirement she became involved with Home Health Care serving as personal caregiver until she was forced to resign because of poor health. Mrs. Alford was also a devoted mother, who was totally dedicated to each of her children, grandchildren and friends.
A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Alford is 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, at Lancaster Funeral Home Chapel…. Burial will be in Lancaster Memorial Park.
Mrs. Alford is survived by three sons, Paul M. Alford of Lancaster, Thomas D. Alford and his wife, Shelia, of Heath Springs and Terry Alford of Lancaster; two daughters, Rosemary Taylor and Shelia, both of Lancaster; a brother, William “Bill” Smith and his wife, Joann, of Conway; two sisters, Geraldine Cribb and her husband, Marion, of Myrtle Beach and Sally Shultz of Pennsylvania.; eight grandchildren, Michael and Sheryn Alford, Tiffany, Morris and Joshua Alford, Amanda Rose Taylor, Alissa Alford, Leslie Lafferty and Nicholas Alford; and three great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by three brothers, Oscar Jernegan, Franklin “FD” Smith and David “Pete” Smith; and two sisters, Eloise Strickland and Jackie Smith….
Lancaster Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family of Mrs. Alford.
Photo from Lancaster Memorial Park, Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Emma Walling
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Paul Lester Alford, in this compilation.
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LENORA LUNDY HYMAN ALFORD
Photo from Parks Funeral Home
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—22 October 2015
Lenora Hyman Alford, 88, widow of John William Alford, of Mt. Pleasant, SC, passed away Monday, October 19, 2015 at her residence.
Cryptside services will be Thursday, October 22, 2015 at 2 PM in Dorchester Memory Gardens….
Mrs. Alford was born March 30, 1927 in Pamplico, SC, a daughter of Dock James Lundy and Mary Horne Lundy. She was a homemaker.
Survivors include 2 sons, Daniel Hyman of Mt. Pleasant, and Thomas Hyman (Linda) of Plymouth, MI; step-daughter, Louanne Wickenhoefer (Tim) of Summerville; 3 grandchildren, Heather Krako, Jonathan Hyman, and William Allegrina; and sister, Shirley Gunn.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by 4 brothers, James, Billy, Glen, and Alvin Lundy.
Arrangements by Parks Funeral Home, 130 West 1st North St., Summerville, SC 29483….
Photo from Dorchester Memory Gardens, Summerville, Dorchester Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Juanda Owens B.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, John William Alford, in this compilation.
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LEO ALFORD
Cousin of John Ashley Alford, AAFA #1289
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 4 August 1989
Leo Alford, 48, of 210 Bramblewood Circle, West Columbia, died Thursday [August 3].
Born in Horry County, he was a son of Ashley Levy and Iona Violet Barnhill Alford. He was a Vietnam War Marine Corps veteran, a member of the Christian Outreach Center, and an employee of Frito-Lay. Formerly of Rockledge, Fla., he moved to South Carolina in 1979.
Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Bettye Jean Mehls Alford, a daughter, Miss Donna M. McLaughlin of West Columbia; sons, Leslie E. Height of Winter Park, Fla., Allan D. Height of Rockledge and John D. Alford of Pelion; and his parents of Galivants Ferry.
Services will be held at 4 p.m. today at Christian Outreach Center, with burial in Woodridge Memorial Park… Thompson Funeral Home of West Columbia is in charge.
Photo from Woodridge Memorial Park, Lexington, Lexington Co., SC
Permission granted by the photographer, John A. Alford, AAFA #1289
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Leo Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 3 Oct 1940, last residence West Columbia, Lexington Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his parents, Ashley Levi Alford III and Iona V. “Tony” Barnhill Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Leo 1940 NC1, Ashley Levi 1923 SC2, Ashley Levi 1885 SC3, Ashley Levi 1842 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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LEOLA HARRELSON ALFORD
Photo from Johnson Funeral Home of Aynor
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Monday, 30 July 2012
January 20, 1933-July28, 2012
AYNOR—Leola Alford, age 79, wife of the late Jim Norton Alford, passed away July 28, 2012 at Regency Hospital surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Alford was born in Conway January 20, 1933 a daughter of the late Hughee Harrelson and the late Annie Cooper Harrelson.
Mrs. Alford was predeceased by two brothers, Lloyd Harrelson, Claude Harrelson, and one sister, Hazel Sellers.
She was a member of Aynor Church of God where she taught Sunday school.
Surviving Mrs. Alford are two sons, Dennis Alford and his wife Ann, Brian “Buddy” Alford and his wife Marie all of Aynor, two daughters, Peggy Sellers and her husband Mickey, Terri Brown and her husband Jerry all of Conway, one sister Pearl Rabon Stroud of Aynor, eight grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 PM Monday, July 30, 2012 at Johnson Funeral Home of Aynor. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at Aynor Church of God…. Burial will follow in the church cemetery….
Photos from Aynor Church of God Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susan Rogerson Perhala-Horry County Cemeteries
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her son Dennis “Bo” Alford; and parents-in-law William Henry “Willie” Alford and Hattie Richardson Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her husband’s lineage: Jim Norton 1929 SC1, William Henry 1876 SC2, William Edward 1850 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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LEON ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 25 December 1997
MARION [Marion Co.]—Leon Alford, 76, formerly of Socastee [Horry Co.] died Tuesday, Dec. 23, 1997, at English Park Nursing Center after an illness.
He was born in Marion County, a son of the late John Oliver and Addie Richardson Alford. He was a retired painter.
Survivors include his wife, Jewel Alford of Marion; two sons, Bill Alford of Myrtle Beach and Mitchell Alford of Marion; two daughters, Dorothy Cooper of Conway and Emmarie ‘‘Rea’’ Poston of Johnsonville; two brothers, Lincoln Alford of Myrtle Beach and David Alford of Gresham; two sisters, Estelle Sellers of Garden City Beach and Eva Richardson of Brittons Neck; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild.
The family will receive friends from 7-9 p.m. Friday at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway chapel. A graveside funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Hillcrest Cemetery.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Leon Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 13 November 1921.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Irene Poston Alford; son Billy G. Alford; father, John Oliver Alford; and siblings Estelle Alford Sellers Gore and Johnny Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Leon 1921 SC1, John Oliver 1886 SC2, John Robeson 1852 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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LEON JEHU ALFORD, SR.
Father of John Ashley Alford, AAFA #1289
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 26 November 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Leon Jehu Alford Sr., 91, of Lakeside Drive, died Sunday, Nov. 25, 2001, at Conway Nursing Center after an illness.
He was born Oct. 23, 1910, in Horry County, a son of the late Ashley Levi and Carrie Page Alford. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Conway and retired from Conway Auto Parts as a precision mechanic after 51 years of service. He was a member of Woodman of the World and Masonic Lodge No. 65 in Conway for more than 50 years.
Survivors include his wife, Juanita S. Alford of Conway; two sons, Leon J. Alford Jr. of Plantation, Fla., and John Alford and his wife, Mearlyn of Charleston; two sisters, Ida Alford Hardwick of Aynor and Sallie Alford Rogers of Columbia; and two grandchildren, Jason Alford and Ashley Alford.
Visitation will be from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Hillcrest Cemetery….
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, John A. Alford, AAFA #1289
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Leon J. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituaries of his wife, Juanita Shelley Alford; parents, Ashley Levi Alford Jr. and Carrie Mae Page Alford; and siblings Ashley Levi Alford III, Ida Louisa Alford Hardwick, Loretta Froline Alford Perritt, and Sallie Mae Alford Rogers in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Leon Jehu 1910 SC1, Ashley Levi 1885 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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LEROY BERTRAM ALFORD
Grandfather of George Robert Alford, Jr., AAFA #1412
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 28 May 1931
Leroy B. Alford, for twenty-six years a successful farmer of Dillon County, died after an illness of many months at his home near Latta Tuesday night [May 26].
Mr. Alford was born at Alfordsville, Robeson county, N.C., July 26th, 1870. On July 22nd, 1896 he was married to Miss Sallie Singleton Reaves, who with three sons, David B. Alford, George Robert Alford and Leonard B. Alford, Jr. and three daughters, Miss Elizabeth J. Alford, Mrs. Lewis Salter of Norman, Oklahoma, and Mrs. Ralph Ramsey of Brevard, N.C., survives him.
He was throughout his life a good neighbor a willing and generous helper in every worthy appeal for charity, always deeply and actively interested in the uplift and welfare of his community. He was placed in many positions of responsibility and public trust, the duties of which he performed acceptably and well.
His clean life, his irreproachable character, unquestioned integrity, his generosity uniform gentleness of manner, his unfailing kindness of disposition made him greatly respected by all who knew him and will cause him to be sorely missed by this entire community.
The funeral was held at 3 o’clock Wednesday afternoon and interment was made at the family burial ground near Floydale.
Photo from Dunbarton Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Floydale, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Sallie Singleton Reaves Alford; and his son George Robert Alford Sr. in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his sons David Bright Alford Sr. and Leonard Bertram Alford in Virginia Obituaries.
From SC Deaths: Leroy B. Alford’s death certificate confirms his birth and death dates. He died of chronic uremia and was buried on 27 May 1931 in Dunbarton Cemetery. His wife was Sallie Singleton Reaves and his parents were David Alford and Elizabeth W. Alford.
1920 CENSUS
Dillon (District 32), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #399:
Roy Alford head 49 NC NC NC farmer
Sallie wife 48 SC SC SC
Elizabeth dau 21 NC NC SC
Reeves dau 20 NC NC SC
Mary dau 18 NC NC SC
David son 16 NC NC SC
George R. son 9 SC NC SC
Leonard son 6 SC NC SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Leroy Bertram 1870 NC1, David 1836 NC2, Sion 1796 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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LEROY DENZELL ALFORD, III
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 15 July 2001
EASTOVER [Richland Co.]—Graveside services for infant Leroy Denzell Alford, III, will be held at 1 p.m Monday at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery, Eastover. Leevy’s Funeral Home, Lower Richland Chapel is in charge.
Born on July 12, 2001, he was the son of Mr. Leroy Alford, Jr. and Mrs. Vanessa Alford.
He is survived by his parents; sisters, Courtney Pearson, Lanessa Alford, Alisia Alford; brother, James Pearson; grandmother, Linda Graham; grandfathers, Lonnie Anderson, Sr. and Leroy Alford, Sr.
AAFA NOTES: AAFA is not able to identify this family.
Leevy’s Funeral Home traditionally serves the African-American community.
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LEROY EARL ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 14 August 1997
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Leroy Earl Alford, 64, died Tuesday, Aug. 12, 1997, at Conway Hospital after an illness.
He was born in Horry County, a son of the late Dan Allen [sic—should be Allen Marvin] and Rosa Huggins Alford.
Survivors include a son, William Alford of Conway; two daughters, Sylvia Milburn and Wanda Capps, both of Conway; two brothers, Vernon Alford of Greenville and D.A. Alford of Moncks Corner; a sister, Joyce Martin of Orangeburg; and seven grandchildren.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at White Savannah Freewill Baptist Church. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery. Golfinch Funeral Home, Conway chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Earl Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 30 September 1932.
See the obituaries of his wife, Rozina Cox Alford West; son, William Earl Alford; parents, Allen Marvin Alford and Rosa Angeline Huggins Alford; and brothers Dan Allen Alford, Quincy Asberry Alford, and Vernon Lee Alford in this compilation.
In 2017, a Find A Grave photographer reported that his grave could not be found and is apparently unmarked.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Leroy Earl 1932 SC1, Allen Marvin 1905 SC2, John M. 1859 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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LETHA ALFORD COLLINS
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Tuesday, 5 July 1960
MRS. WILBUR T. COLLINS
MULLINS—Mrs. Letha Alford Collins of Route 1, Mullings, died Monday [July 4] afternoon in a Mullins hospital after a short illness.
Funeral services will be announced by the Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
In another article:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 7 July 1960
MULLINS—Funeral services for Mrs. Letha Alford Collins, who died Monday in a Mullins Hospital, will be held in Rehobeth Methodist Church at 5 p.m. Thursday…. Burial will be in the church cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
Surviving are her husband,Wilburg [sic] T. Collins, four sons, three daughters and a brother.
Photo from Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rich Ryals NC
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
Her husband’s Find A Grave memorial lists him as Wilber Thomas Collins, Sr.
See the obituary of her brother Elbert Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Letha 1912 SC1, William Gaston 1875 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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LETHA GEORGIANA MARTIN ALFORD
Photo from jimbeau2’s “A Tale of Two Families” family tree, “courtesy of Eric Alford” (Ancestry) – used with permission
About 1954–1955
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 16 March 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
GEORGETOWN [Georgetown Co.]—Letha Alford, 81, died Tuesday, Mar. 14, 2006. Services will be 3 p.m. Friday in Graham Funeral Home Chapel, with entombment in Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens Mausoleum….
In another article:
March 2006
GEORGETOWN [Georgetown Co.]—Letha Alford, 81, wife of Norwood Alford for 63 years, died Tuesday, March 14, 2006, at Georgetown Memorial Hospital.
Funeral services will be held Friday, March 17, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. in Graham Funeral Home Chapel…. Entombment will follow in Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens Mausoleum.
She was born March 19, 1924 in Horry County, a daughter of the late Kirb Martin and Georgiana Cannon Martin.
Mrs. Alford was a homemaker and was of the Protestant faith. She enjoyed gardening, canning, her flowers, and her grandchildren.
Surviving are: her husband; three sons, Ronald Alford and his wife, Anne of Greenville; Hoyt Alford and his wife Velma, of Rockingham, NC; and David Alford of Walterboro; two sisters, Eunice Nobles and Mary Williams, both of Fayetteville, NC; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd., Ste. 1010 Rockville, MD 20852-9813.
Photos from Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Chuck Mull
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Letha G. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituary of her husband, Norwood Alford, in this compilation.
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LETHER ALFORD ISAAC SCOTT
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Monday, 15 September 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
EASTOVER [Richland Co.]—Lether Isaac Scott, of 120 Newtown Road, died Thursday, Sept. 11, 2003.
Born in Richland County, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Mary Bell Alford.
Survivors include two sons, Bobby and Williams Isaac, both of Eastover; six daughters, Martha Jackson of Donalds, Leola Green of Gadsden, Mary Edmonds, Anne Jones, Dianne Ward, all of Hopkins, and Carrie Isaac of Charlotte; four brothers, Izell Alford, James Alford, Robert Alford, and Leroy Alford; five sisters, Susann Paterson, Ethel Anthony, Nellie Mattingly, Mary Alford, and Thelma Graham; 18 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Services are 2 p.m. today at Daughters of Zion Church. J.P. Holley Funeral Home, Columbia, is in charge.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her sister Susan Alford Patterson in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her brothers Arthur “Hack” Alford Jr. and Robert Alford in District of Columbia Obituaries.
The J.P. Holley Funeral Home traditionally serves the African-American community.
From Richland County Marriage License Inquiry: Lether Alford married Rias Isaac on 19 June 1946 in Richland Co., SC.
From Richland County Marriage License Inquiry: Lether Alford married Daniel Scott on 22 June 1972 in Richland Co., SC.
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LEVI SOLOMON ALFORD
Photo from Tommy Turner’s (tomsturn69) Turner/Martin/Deal Family Tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
HORRY HERALD
Conway, Horry Co., SC—_____ March 1914
Funeral Notice
By divine permission I will preach the funeral of the late L. Solomon Alford, at Gethsemina Baptist Church on the 4th Sunday in August 1914 about 11 o’clock in the forenoon. Everybody, especially the old soldiers, are invited to attend the exercises.—H.G. Fowler
Photo from Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Teresa Hilburn
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of his daughter Magdalene “Maggie” Alford Hilburn in this compilation.
From Teresa Hilburn, great-granddaughter of Maggie Alford, daughter of Levi Solomon Alford: “I believe the ‘August’ reference in the obituary is an error and should read ‘March,’ as the paper is dated March 1914. Also, I have visited Solomon Alford’s grave at Gethsemane Cemetery on several occasions, and the headstone reads date of death as ‘Mar. 2, 1914.’”
From the work of descendant Johnny O. Sarvis, Jr. (Debbie Lee1, Joseph Preston2, Arnold Bethel3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6):
The oldest brother Sol fought from 1861 until May of 1865 with Gen Arthur M. Mannigault (man-nee-go)’s army on the Western Front in Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee and at the close of the war were paroled in N.C. Sol stayed in N.C. and on 22 Feb 1866, a lady that Sol was engaged to died, while giving birth to a little girl.....
Sol came back in the winter of 1870 and married Elizabeth Mincey, daughter of Jesse and Susannah Mincey. Sol gave the little girl, Maggie (Magdalene) to Duke and Feraby to keep. He and Elizabeth bought a farm at Moores Mill just above Mt. Trolley church and there they raised 4 boys and 5 girls, a set of twins died at birth. Maggie grew up and married Wingate Hilbourn, she died on 19 Nov 1948. She is buried at Old Gethsemane.
Sol moved to Bayboro about 1901, he died in March of 1914 and is buried at Old Gethsemane. His wife is buried at Old Dorman graveyard. Sol’s granddaughter, Eva Squires, lives 100 yds. from where Sol’s old house was.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Levi Solomon 1841 SC1, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC2, John B. 1780 NC3, William 1760 NC4.
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LEVY SIMPSON ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 13 May 1955
Photo from Laurelwood Cemetery, Rock Hill, York Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rick and Kathy Wright
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his siblings Lorenzo Burt Alford, Mamie Alford Bankhead, Mary Jane Alford Mitchell, and Rachel Alford Holland; and paternal grandfather, Levi Solomon Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Levy Simpson 1918 NC1, Levi Simpson 1879 SC2, Levi Solomon 1841 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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LILLIAN ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 12 November 1970
MARION—Miss Lillian Alford, a public school and private instructor of music in Marion for 70 years, died Tuesday afternoon in a local rest home following a long illness.
Graveside services will be conducted Thursday at 3 p.m. in Alford Cemetery in Dillon County. Burial will be directed by Smith Brothers Funeral Home.
Miss Alford was born in Marion County, a daughter of the late Neill Little and Eugenia Stackhouse Alford. She was a graduate of Linwood College at Linwood, N.C., and studied music at Bath, Pa. She was active in civic groups in her earlier years.
Surviving is a nephew, Neill H. Alford of Charlottesville, Va.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lillian Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 28 Oct 1878 and died _____ Nov 1970.
See the obituaries of her brothers Neill Herbert Alford Sr. and Thomas Lee Alford; and her nephew Neill Herbert Alford Jr. in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Lillian 1878 SC1, Neill Little 1848 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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LILLIAN ALFORD BOWMAN
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 21 November 2004
COLUMBIA—Services for Lillian Alford Bowman, 86, will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Bethel A.M.E. Church with burial in Crescent Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation is 7 tonight at Leevy’s Funeral Home, Taylor Street Chapel. She died Nov. 15, 2004.
Surviving are son, Gregory Bowman; sister, Cleo Yongue.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lillian A. Bowman (SS# issued in SC) was born 12 May 1918.
See the obituaries of her siblings and Alma E. Alford Denley, Myrtle Alford Sanders, Nathaniel Alford, and Sansberry Edward Alford in this compilation.
This is an African-American family. Her father Granville and his family were enumerated in Darlington Co., SC, in each census from 1880 through 1930.
Her lineage: Lillian 1918 SC1, Granville 1860 SC2, Edward 1845 SC3.
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LILLIAN LUCILE ALFORD REECE SWANSON
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 28 December 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
Services for Lillian Alford Swanson, 81, of 1829 Senate Street, will be held on January 5, 2003, at First Baptist Church, Boyce Chapel. She died on Tuesday, December 24, 2002. Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, is in charge.
Born on October 2, 1921 in Scotland County, NC, she was the eldest of seven children of Joseph and Maude Alford. She was the widow of Col. Raymond W. Swanson, U.S. Army Dental Corps (Ret.). She attended Western Carolina UNC at Greensboro and Flora McDonald College in Red Springs, NC, before beginning her career as an interior designer in Atlanta in 1940.
Surviving are her sons, Paul Reece of Atlanta, Richard A. Reece of Chapin, and Michael K. Reece of Hopkins; stepdaughter, Linda Koin of Columbia; 16 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; one sister; and three brothers.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm that Lillian A. Swanson (SS# issued in NC) was born 2 October 1921, last residence Columbia, Richland Co.
We included the obituaries of her sister Irene Alford Boone in North Carolina Obituaries; her brothers Donald Monroe Alford Sr. and James Thomas Alford in Pennsylvania Obituaries; and her sister Bonnie Marie Alford Disse in Virginia Obituaries.
1930 CENSUS
Stewartsville (District 6), Scotland Co., NC, Dwelling #64:
Joe B. Alford head 29 SC SC SC age 21 at 1st marriage cotton mill laborer
Maude wife 27 NC NC NC age 19 at 1st marriage
Lillian L. dau 8 NC SC NC
Marjorie M. dau 6 NC SC NC
Joe B. son 5 NC SC NC
Ethel B. dau 2-5/12 NC SC NC
James T. son 11/12 NC SC NC
Notation in entire Home Data column on this page: “House furnished free by mill to workers.”
From North Carolina Birth Index, 1800–2000 (Ancestry): Lillian Lucile Alford was born 2 Oct 1921 in Scotland Co., NC, daughter of Joe B. Alford and Maude Edwards.
On his 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), Lillian’s father is listed as Jo Barcie Alford, age 18, a “farm boy” living in Loris, Horry Co., SC. He was born 11 Oct 1899, and his nearest relative is J.T. Alford. He signed his name “Jo Barcy Alford.”
He is listed as Joseph Barcey Alford in the obituaries of his sons Donald and James.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
Her lineage: Lillian Lucile 1921 NC1, Joseph Barcy 1899 SC2, Joseph 1861 SC3, Joseph/Joel 1842 SC4, Joel 1800 SC5.
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LILLIE BELL FRANKLIN ALFORD
Wife of Walter Thomas Alford Sr., AAFA #0683
Photo from her funeral program
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 30 June 2007
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
HARTSILLE [Darlington Co., SC]—Funeral services for Lillie B. Alford will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 3, 2007, at First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, directed by Young & Young Funeral Home of Hartsville....
Surviving are five daughters, Jessie A. Stickey of Washington, D.C., Mary H. Yarbourough [AAFA #1321]of Aiken, Gradye F. Stephen of Patterson, N.J., Beverly Alford [AAFA #0686] of District Heights, Md., and Linda R. Alford of Florence; three sons, Norman L. Alford of Arlington, Texas, William Alford of Hamlet, N.C., and Reginald D. Alford of Hartsville; one brother, Joseph Scott of Baltimore, Md.; 17 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lillie Bell Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 21 Sept 1916 and died 27 June 2007.
See the obituary of her husband, Walter Thomas Alford Sr., in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone. See also her funeral program for much more information about her life.
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LILLIE BELLE MCCALL ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 6 March 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
LATTA—Services for Lillie Belle Alford are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Olive Baptist Church; burial in McLeod Cemetery, Dillon Co. House of Thomas Funeral Home, Dillon, is in charge.
Born in Dillon Co. to Nette and Corina McCall, she died Feb. 29, 2004.
Surviving: children, Helen, John, Paul McCall, Shirley, Susie, Billy Alford, Barbara Harley, Corrina Moore, Martha Johnson, James McGill; 27 grands and great-grands.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lillie B. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 2 November 1928, last residence Loris, Horry Co.
The House of Thomas Funeral Home traditionally serves the African-American community.
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LILLIE IDELL FINKLEA ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 8 April 1979
GEORGETOWN—Mrs. Lillie F. Alford, 89, widow of William C. Alford, died Saturday [April 7] at a Columbia hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Mayer Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in the family cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born April 10, 1889, in Berkeley County, a daughter of the late Albert Finklea and Mrs. Victoria P. Finklea. She lived in Georgetown County since 1952 and was a member of Sampit United Methodist Church.
Surviving are: two sons, Clyde A. Alford of Mount Pleasant and William C. Alford of Georgetown; two daughters, Mrs. Myrtle A. McConnell and Mrs. Ruth A. Hansen, both of Georgetown; 17 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Apr 1979) dates of Lillie Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Columbia, Richland Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, William Capers Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Capers Washington Alford, Clyde Albert Alford, George Hugene Alford, Myrtle Juliette Alford McConnell, Ruth Christine Alford Hansen, Thomas Adey Alford, and William Cole Alford in this compilation.
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LILLIE MAE ALFORD MCCRANEY
Photo from her great-niece, Carol Trudel
FLORIDA TIMES-UNION
Jacksonville, Duval Co., FL—24 October 1989
Lillie Mae Alford McCraney, 83, died October 20, 1989, in Bonneau [Berkeley Co.], S.C.
Mrs. McCraney had resided in Jacksonville from 1942 until 1984. She was a retired Lunchroom Supervisor with the Duval County School Board. She was a member of the Methodist Faith.
Survivors include 2 daughters, Mrs. Frances Hansen and her husband, Phillip, of Bonneau, S.C., and Mrs. Jeannette Blasingame, Covington, Ga.; 1 sister, Mrs. Pauline Moore, Ormand Beach, Fla.; 6 grandchildren; and 14 great-grand--children.
Graveside Funeral Services will be held at 11 am, Tuesday (today) in Riverside Memorial Park. Arrangements by Hardage - Giddens Chapel, 729 South Edgewood Avenue.
Photo from Riverview Memorial Park, Fort Pierce, St. Lucie Co., FL—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, C. Trudel
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lillie McCraney (SS# issued in FL) was born 26 Sept 1906 and died _____ Oct 1989, last residence Jacksonville, Duval Co., FL,
We included the obituaries of her father, Bryant Sanders Alford; and brothers Henry Marvin Alford Sr. and Roy Lee Alford in Florida Obituaries.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of John Alford born about 1787 SC.
Her lineage: Lillie Mae 1906 FL1, Bryant Sanders 1872 FL2 (Bryant’s father’s name is not known), Maria Ellen 1848 FL3, Hansford R. 1812 SC4, John 1787 SC5.
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LILLIE SMITH ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 22 September 1964
CONWAY—Funeral services for Mrs. Lillie Smith Alford, widow of the late Jesse C. Alford of the Berea Section of Horry County, will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in Gethsemane Baptist Church…. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Alford died Sunday [September 20] in a Loris nursing home following an extended illness.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Jesse James Alford; and son Archie Leamon Alford in this compilation.
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LINDA ALFORD BERRY
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Friday, 14 August 2009
Linda Alford Berry, 62, died Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence after an illness.
She was born September 1, 1946 in Marion County, a daughter of the late Julius Thomas Alford and the late Ola Frances Huggins Alford. Linda was a retired cashier and a member of Dillon First Baptist Church.
Surviving are a son, William Carl Berry, Jr. of North Myrtle Beach; a sister, Ida Mae Jackson of Dillon; a special nephew, Carlon Martin; and a special niece Michelle Martin.
Linda was predeceased by 2 sisters, Helen Martin and Audrey Ann Alford and a brother, Julius Michael Alford.
Graveside services were held at 3 p.m. Friday, August 14, at Rehoboth United Methodist Church in Galivants Ferry…. The services will be directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins.
Photos from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Linda Alford Berry (SS# issued in SC), last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Julius Thomas Alford and Ola Frances Huggins Alford; and his sister her siblings Ann Alford and Julius Michael Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Linda 1946 SC1, Julius Thomas 1912 SC2, Daniel Mayberry 1883 SC3, Ashley Levi 1842 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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LINDA JOHNSON ALFORD PORT
GEORGETOWN TIMES
Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—Friday, 4 October 2002
Linda Johnson Alford Port, of Hemingway, died Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2002, at Georgetown Memorial Hospital. A “Celebration of Life” service will be held Saturday, Oct. 5, 2002, at 3 p.m. at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. The family will receive friends and family at The Gathering Place in the Pleasant Hill Community from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4.
Mrs. Port was born in Georgetown on Dec. 1. 1942, a daughter of Gladiola Miller Johnson Brandon and the late William Ed Johnson. She grew up in Georgetown and attended Palmer Business School. Mrs. Port was a former Georgetown County Probate and Family Court secretary, area director for “Welcome Wagon” and member and former Women’s Chairman of the Georgetown County Farm Bureau. She was co-owner of The Gathering Place and Creative Catering. Mrs. Port was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. She was first married to the late Bobby Alford.
Surviving are her mother of Georgetown; her husband, R.L. Port of Hemingway; a son, William Port of Myrtle Beach; two daughters, Kimberley Alford Radwick of Marietta, Ga. and Cindy Alford Vestal of Cary, N.C.; a brother, William F. Johnson of Georgetown; and a granddaughter, Caroline Michelle Radwick of Marietta.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
We included the obituary of her daughter Cindy Alford Vestal in North Carolina Obituaries.
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LINDA K. HUNTLEY ALFORD
THE MESSENGER
Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC—Wednesday, 15 December 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
FLORENCE [Florence Co.]—Funeral services for Mrs. Linda K. Alford, 53, were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004, in Flat Creek Baptist Church…. Burial followed in Round O Baptist Church Cemetery, directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home Inc.
Mrs. Alford died Wednesday, Dec. 8, in a Charleston hospital after an illness.
She was born in Thomasville, N.C., a daughter of the late Dewey and Roxanna Huntley. She was a member of the First Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ in Florence.
Survivors include her husband, Roosevelt Alford Sr. of the home; a son, Roosevelt Alford Jr. of Charlotte, N.C.; four daughters, Alisa (Kendrick) Murray, Anna (Terrence) James, both of Mobile, Ala., Tonya Felton and Layce Alford, both of the home; a goddaughter, Erika Chatman of Florence; two brothers, Jerry Huntley and Quinzell Huntley, both of High Point, N.C.; a mother-in-law, Mrs. Sue Genia Josey of Darlington; 16 grandchildren; nine sisters-in-law; five brothers-in-law; four aunts; an uncle and a host of nieces and nephews.
A sister, Claudine Lee, and special grandchild, Aniyah Chatman, preceded her in death….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Linda K. Huntley (SS# issued in PA) was born 27 Jan 1951, but her death date is listed as 15 Dec 2004.
See the obituary of her mother-in-law, Sue Genia Alford Josey, in this compilation.
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LIZZIE E. LILLY ALFORD
Source unknown, but possibly:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—_____ December 1969
CONWAY—Mrs. Lizzie Lilly Alford, 90, widow of O.K. Alford of Rt. 1, Aynor, died Monday [December 8—gravestone says December 9] at a Fork nursing home.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by Goldfinch Funeral Home.
She was born in Horry County on May 18, 1878, a daughter of the late Abner E. and Mary Frances Baker Lilly. She was a member of Bakers Chapel Baptist Church.
In another article:
Source unknown, but possibly:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—_____ December 1969
CONWAY—Funeral Services for Mrs. Lizzie Lily [sic] Alford, 90, of the Cool Springs section of Horry County, will be Thursday at 3 p.m. at the Baker’s Chapel Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford died Monday.
Photo from Bakers Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lizzie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 18 May 1878 [different than gravestone] and died _____ Dec 1968, last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
We included the obituary of her daughter-in-law Bernice Willie McLain Alford, wife of her son Walter K. Alford, in Texas Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #12.
Her husband’s lineage: Ophra K. 1893 SC1, Arthur S. 1857 SC2, Jess 1834 SC3, Jesse 1785 SC4.
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LIZZIE FLEETWOOD BROWN ALFORD SAWYER
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Saturday, 24 February 1990
MULLINS—Mrs. Lizzie Brown Alford Sawyer, 79, retired nurse, died Feb. 23, 1990, at Sunny Acres Nursing Home in Fork. Funeral is 4 p.m. today at Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
Survivors are her sons, Benny Alford of Danville, Va., Robert Alford of Lumberton, N.C., Kerry Alford of Charleston, Ellis Alford , Douglas Alford ; daughter, Mrs. Cara Sawyer of Marion, S.C.; brothers, Neal Brown , Arbie Brown ; sister, Mrs. Lucille Merritt of Bamberg; stepsons, Theo Sawyer of Marion, Glenn Sawyer of Florence, Larry Sawyer of Lynchburg; stepdaughter, Mrs. Betty Sims of Lake View.
Memorials may be made to Connie Maxwell Children`s Home, P.O. Box 1178,
Greenwood, S.C. 29648.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lizzie B. Sawyer (SS# issued in SC) was born 2 Nov 1910 and died _____ Feb 1990, last residence Mullins, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituary of her first husband, Edward Eugene Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son Douglas Edward Alford in this compilation.
Her middle name is from the obituary of her son Douglas.
From her Find A Grave memorial: Her second husband was Theo Elbert Sawyer (1910–1976).
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LIZZIE MAE ALFORD COX
Aunt of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 26 September 1997
ANDREWS—Lizzie Alford Cox, 72, died Thursday, Sept. 25, 1997, at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.
She was born Oct. 6, 1924, in the Sand Hill community of Florence County, a daughter of the late Ellie Parker Alford and Alice Hyman Alford. She retired from Oneita Industries after 35 years and then worked with her daughter in the textile field for a number of years. Mrs. Cox was a member of Happy Home Original Free Will Baptist Church.
Survivors include six sons, Benjie Cox, Ronnie Cox and E.W. Cox, all of Andrews, Danny Cox and Earl Cox, both of Georgetown, and Elbert Cox of Pawleys Island; two daughters, Connie Jo Lambert of Andrews and Shirley Strickland of Georgetown; four brothers, Rutledge Alford, John Henry Alford, Nathan Alford and Ethridge Alford, all of Andrews; two sisters, Aline Parrott and Evelyn Swails, both of Andrews; 24 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Happy Home Original Free Will Baptist Church. Burial will be in Piney Forest Cemetery.
Mayer Funeral Home, Andrews chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Photos from Piney Forest Cemetery, Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gerald Alford, AAFA #0250
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth date of Lizzie M. Cox (SS# issued in SC) but list her death date as 15 Sept 1997, last residence Andrews, Georgetown.
See the obituaries of her parents, Ellie Parker Alford and Alice L. Hyman Alford; and siblings Aline Carrie Alford Parrott, John Henry Alford, Louise Mattie Alford Evans, Nathan Alford, and Rutledge Cleveland “Bubba” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her lineage: Lizzie Mae 1924 SC1, Ellie Parker 1892 SC2, John William 1844 SC3, unknown4.
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LIZZIE NODINE REID HALFORD
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Monday, 16 February 2009
CAMPOBELLO [Spartanburg Co.], SC—Lizzie Nodine Reid Halford “Aunt Tootsie”, 87, of Campobello, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, February 13, 2009.
She was the daughter of the late Perry Dean and Dora Flynn Nodine and wife of Clyde Halford. She was first married to the late J.B. Reid.
She was the last surviving member of her immediate family and was a lifelong member of Campobello Baptist Church.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Claude Reid (Janice) of Spartanburg, SC.
She was predeceased by two sons, Wayne Reid and Lewis Reid.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Sunday, February 15, 2009 at Petty Funeral Home. Funeral Services will follow in the funeral home chapel. Burial will be in Evergreen Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Capital Improvements Fund, Campobello Baptist Church, Campobello, SC 29322.
Condolences may be left at www.pettyfuneralhome.com. Petty Funeral Home & Crematory, Landrum.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lizzie Nodine Halford (SS# issued in SC) was born 11 Feb 1922, last residence Campobello, Spartanburg Co., SC.
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LOFTON HOLLAND ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 8 June 1966
PAMPLICO [Florence Co.]—Lofton Holland Alford, 52, farmer of Pamplico, burned to death Monday night in a fire which destroyed his home.
Funeral services will be conducted at 4 p.m. Wednesday in Mr. Zion Baptist Church near Pamplico…. Burial, directed by Stoudenmire Funeral Home, will be in the church cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Leo Cox, Cleveland Keefe, Danny Keefe, J.W. Keefe, Otis Turner, William D. (Billy) Wise.
Mr. Alford was born in Pamplico, a son of the late William A. and Alferetta Prosser Alford. He had lived in Blossom Community near Pamplico all of his life.
Surviving are a son, Bobby Alford of Georgetown; a brother, Furman Cleveland Alford of Pamplico; a half-brother, Ernest S. Prosser of Pamplico; and a granddaughter….
Photo from Mount Zion Cemetery, Pamlico, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Danny & Judy Ard
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, William Robert Alford (with census reports) and Alferetta Prosser Alford; and brother Furman Cleveland Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Lofton Holland 1914 SC1, William Robert 1877 SC2, John William 1844 SC3, unknown4.
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LOIS ALFORD
THE ROBESONIAN
Lumberton, Robeson Co., NC—Saturday, 18 January 2014
MCCOLL [Marlboro Co.], S.C.—Lois Alford, 57, of 416 Arcadia, Apt 72, died Jan. 17, 2014, at her home. The funeral will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Berea Convention Center in Bennettsville [Marlboro Co.], S.C. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery in Laurinburg [Scotland Co., NC]. The visitation will be from 1 to 7 p.m. today at S&L Funeral Home in Maxton.
In another article:
FAYETTEVILLE OBSERVER
Fayetteville, Cumberland Co., NC—Tuesday, 21 January 2014
MCCOLL, S.C.—Mrs. Lois Alford, 57, of McColl, formerly of Maxton, N.C., died Friday, Jan. 17, 2014.
Services: Funeral, 2 p.m. Wednesday in Berea Convention Center in Bennettsville. Burial in Hillside Memorial Park in Laurinburg, N.C. Viewing, 1 to 7 p.m. today at S&L Funeral Home in Maxton.
Survived by Daughters, Anita, Shaquana and Sheree; brothers, Arthur and Charles; sisters, Elizabeth, Sarah, Helen Bennett; 12 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lois Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 26 Apr 1957, last residence not listed.
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LOIS MAE COLEMAN ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 12 July 2008
MARION—Services for Lois Alford, 81, widow of P.D. Alford Jr., are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Friendship Baptist Church; burial in Tabernacle Cemetery, both in Gresham. Visitation: 5-7 p.m. today at Smith-Collins F.H.
Born to Zack and Emma Coleman, she died July 11, 2008.
Surviving: son, Jimmy Alford; granddaughter, Sara Alford; siblings, Zack Coleman Jr., Blanch James. Predeceased: sister, Sara Williams.
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MARION STAR & MULLINS ENTERPRISE
Marion, Marion Co., SC—Wednesday, 16 July 2008
Lois Alford, 81, widow of P.D. ALford Jr., died Friday, July 11, 2008 in Carolinas Hospital System in Florence.
She was born on July 30, 1926, a daughter of the late Zack and Emma Coleman. Mrs. Alford was a retired employee of Heritage Sportswear of Marion, where she worked for over 40 years. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church, where she was a member of the Senior Adult Sunday School Class and an active member of the Women’s Missionary Union.
Surviving Mrs. Alford are a son, Jimmy Alford of Marion; a granddaughter, Sara Alford of Greenville; a brother, Zack Coleman Jr. of Marion; and a sister, Blanch James of Marion. She was predeceased by a sister, Sara Williams.
Services were at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 13, 2008 in Friendship Baptist Church, Gresham. Burial followed in Tabernacle Cemetery in Gresham, directed by Smith-Collins Funeral Home.
Photo from Tabernacle Cemetery, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Barbara Lehman
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lois Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 30 July 1926.
See the obituary of her husband, Pearlie Dubose Alford Jr., in this compilation.
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LONNIE B. ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Sunday, 6 June 2004
GREER [Greenville Co.]—Mrs. Lonnie Alford, of Piedmont Nursing Center, died May 18, 2004. Funeral services: 1 p.m. Sunday at Maple Creek Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Sullivan Bros. Mortuary, Inc.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lonnie B. Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 30 Sept 1903.
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LONNIE DOLPHUS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 19 September 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Mr. Lonnie Dolphus Alford, age 84, died Monday, September 18, 2006, surrounded by his loving family.
He was the son of the late Howard and Claudia Bell Martin Alford and a member of Mullins First Baptist Church.
Mr. Alford was preceded in death by a grandson, Rick Pope and five brothers, Tracy, Lacy, Leverne, Lenneau and Armstrong Alford.
Mr. Alford is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Mrs. Gertrude Roberts Alford. One son, Lonnie Chandis Alford and his wife, Barbara Ann of Chesapeake, Virginia. Four daughters, Wanda D. Poindexter and her husband, Scott of Timmonsville, Heide A. Johnson and her husband, Worth of Pawleys Island, Rhonda A. Glancy and her husband, Tim of Myrtle Beach, Kim Singleton and her husband, Perry of Conway. One sister, Dorothy Jane Rabon and her husband, Toler of Aynor. Nine grandchildren, Lonnie Pope, Julia Griffin, Kylee Harrelson, Kyra Spivey, Brooke Cooper, Jason Johnson, Hanna Singleton, John Perry Singleton and Chandler Alford. Eight great grandchildren, Austin Pope, Shauna Tolbert, Paul Griffin, Kinley Cooper, Briar, Sealey and Jessley Spivey and Dylan Lowrimore.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Meares Funeral Home. Funeral will be Wednesday, September 20, at 11:00 a.m. at Mullins First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Red Hill Cemetery....
Photo from Red Hill Memorial Gardens, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
Photo posted in 2012
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lonnie D. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 Nov 1921.
See the obituaries of his wife, Gertrude Roberts Alford; parents, Howard H. Alford and Claudia Bell Martin Alford; and siblings Arnal Tracy Alford, Dorothy Jane Alford Rabon, Hursel Lenneau Alford, and Lacy Howard Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Lonnie Dolphus 1920 SC1, Howard H. 1895 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1819 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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LORA WARNER ALFORD
Uncle of Gilbert Kendric. Alford Jr., AAFA #0019
Brother of Gilbert Kendric Alford Sr., AAFA #0047
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 28 December 1987
Included in AAFA ACTION, March 1993
RETIRED COLLETON FARM AGENT L.W. ALFORD DIES AT AGE 85
WALTERBORO [Colleton Co.]—L.W. Alford, 85, retired Colleton County farm age, died Saturday in a Columbia hospital. A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Fred Parker Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was born in Mount Hermon, La., a son of J.M. Alford and Laura Warner Alford. He received his bachelor of science degree from Louisiana State University in 1924 and was a member of Alpha Zeta, a national honorary and scholastic fraternity. He did graduate work at North Carolina State and was an honorary alumnus of Clemson University and a member of the National Extension fraternity, Epsilon Sigma Phi. He was the first agriculture teacher at Walterboro High School, where he taught for three years. He helped organize one of the first Future Farmers of America chapters in the state.
In 1928 he was appointed as Colleton County Agricultural Agent following a referendum during the 1928 summer primary. This made him the first elected to his position. He served as the county agent for 35 years, retiring in 1963.
Mr. Alford served three times as president of the County Agents Association and was a member of the National County Agent Association, which presented him the Distinguished Service Award in 1948. Active in the S.C. Farm Bureau, he had also served as a past president of the S.C. County Agents Association and as a vice president of the Southern Bee Keepers Association. He helped organize the first auction market in the state in Columbia. He was a former secretary of Colleton County National Resources Commission. He helped organize and was a member of Ashton Grange.
He was a former president and the first South Carolina governor of the National Ruritan Club, which he helped organize in the state. He was a former chairman and treasurer of Colleton County Chapter of the National Foundation For Infantile Paralysis and a former chairman of the Disaster Committee of the Colleton County Chapter of the American Red Cross. He also helped organize the Agriculture Adjustment Administration, the Soil Conservation Service, Rural Rehabilitation Administration, Production Credit Association; Federal Land Bank Association and Coastal Electric and Palmetto Rural telephone cooperatives.
Mr. Alford was instrumental in the organization of the first Boy Scout troop in Walterboro and served as scoutmaster. He was secretary-treasurer and a charter member of Walterboro Lions Club and helped organize the Walterboro Women’s Civic League in 1926. He was a member of Masonic Unity Lodge 55 and a former Worshipful Master. He helped organize and was a charter member of the Walterboro Country Club. A member of Bethel United Methodist Church, he served as a Sunday School teacher and superintendent and a member of the Board of Stewards.
Surviving are his wife, Grace G. Alford; two sons, James W. Alford of Columbia and William Alford of Washington, D.C., a brother; two sisters; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Photo from Live Oak Cemetery, Walterboro, Colleton Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, YankeeBelle
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that L.W. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 1 March 1903.
See the obituary of his son James W. Alford in this compilation.We included the obituaries of his parents, Jeptha Martin Alford and Laura Jane Warner Alford; his siblings Gilbert Kendric Alford Sr. , Roxie Udine Alford Penton, and Gussie Alford Fortinberry; and his half-siblings Wiley Banton Alford, Nola Alford Smith, Alonzo Seaborn Alford, and Iddo Lampton Alford in Louisiana Obituaries. We included the obituary of his half-sister Frankie Leoda Alford Smith in Mississippi Obituaries
Lora was the son of Jeptha Martin Alford and his second wife, Laura Jane Warner. See “Jeptha Martin Alford, 1862–1948“, AAFA ACTION, March 1993, pp. 37–40.
Lora Warner Alford his brother Gilbert Kendric Alford Sr. went to SC after they graduated from LSU in 1925, and both became SC County Extension Agents. Lora stayed. Gilbert worked his way back to LA where he retired as an Extension Agent.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Lora Warner 1903 LA1, Jeptha Martin 1862 LA2, John Seaborn 1807 LA3, Jacob 1761 NC4, Julius 1717 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA 7.
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LORENA ALFORD HAILE
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Sunday, 19 September 1993
Photo from Weber-Haile Family Cemetery, Jonesville, Union Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, E Bryant
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lorena A. Haile (SS# issued in SC) was born 26 Aug 1908, last residence Jonesville, Union Co., SC.
We included the obituary of her sister Evelyn High Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #10.
Her lineage: Lorena 1908 SC1, Frank Lee 1887 NC2, Joseph H. 1839 VA3, Joseph 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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LORENA CURRY ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 8 June 1944
Name: Rena Alford
Maiden Name: Curry
Parents: Duncan and Mary Love Curry
Spouse: M. Manton Alford (died 1917)
Place of Birth: Climax, Georgia
Date of Death: Saturday [June 4—but gravestone says June 1]
Place of Death: Residence Reedy Creek Section of Dillon County
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mary Lou Arion
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Manton Alford; and children Duncan Curry Alford, Earl Richards Alford Sr., James Little Alford, Juliaette Alford, Manton Clisby Alford, Margaret Alford Brandis, Mary Love Alford, and Tochie Patricia Alford in this compilation.
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LORENZO BURT ALFORD
ENQUIRER-HERALD
York, York Co., SC—Thursday, 19 July 2007
ROCK HILL [York Co.]—Mr. Lorenzo Burt Alford, 83, of 180-B Keiger Place, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2007, at home.
The funeral service will be 3 p.m. Friday, July 20, 2007 at Greene Funeral Home Northwest Chapel, 2133 Ebenezer Road…. Burial will be private at Laurelwood Cemetery.
A native of Laurinburg, N.C., Mr. Alford was the son of the late Levi Simpson Alford and the late Lillie Elizabeth Alford. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during WWII and was a retired owner of Mt. Holly Fish Camp.
Mr. Alford is survived by his wife, Margie McCall Alford of the home; his son, Michael Alford of Rock Hill; his stepson, Kirby Newell of Rock Hill; his stepdaughters, Barbara Hawkins and Phyllis Simpson, both of Rock Hill; 15 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Judy Hembree….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lorenzo B. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 4 Dec 1923, last residence Rock Hill, York Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Margie Lee McCall Alford; children Judy Elizabeth Alford Hembree and Michael Lorenzo Alford; siblings Levy Simpson Alford, Mamie Alford Bankhead, Mary Jane Alford Mitchell, and Rachel Alford Holland; and paternal grandfather, Levi Solomon Alford, in this compilation.
In January 2012, Laurelwood Cemetery reported that they do not have a record of his burial there. However, his wife is buried there and has a gravestone.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Lorenzo Burt 1923 NC1, Levi Simpson 1879 SC2, Levi Solomon 1841 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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LORETTA FROLINE ALFORD PERRITT
Aunt of John Ashley Alford, AAFA #1289
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 17 November 1994
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
GALIVANTS FERRY [Horry Co.]—Loretta Froline Perritt, 80, died Wednesday [November 16] in a Florence hospital. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. today in Methodist Rehobeth Church. Burial, directed by Mears Funeral Home, will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Perritt was born in Horry County, a daughter of Ashley L. Alford and Carrie Page Alford. She was a member of Methodist Rehobeth Church.
Surviving are her husband, Lenton C. Perritt; two sons, W. Aubrey Perritt of North Charleston and Milton Perritt of Galivants Ferry; three daughters, Wilma L. Johnson, Lavina Johnson and Linda L. Rabon, all of Galivants Ferry; two brothers, Leon Alford of Conway and A.L. Alford of Galivants Ferry; two sisters, Ida Hardwick of Aynor and Sallie Rogers of Columbia; 13 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Photos from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted through C. Plaisance, with credit given to Horry County Historic Cemetery Registration Project
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Loretta F. Perrit (SS# issued in SC) was born 21 April 1914.
See the obituaries of her parents, Ashley Levi Alford Jr. and Carrie Mae Page Alford; and siblings Ashley Levi Alford III, Ida Louisa Alford Hardwick, Leon Jehu Alford Sr., and Sallie Mae Alford Rogers in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Loretta Froline 1914 SC1, Ashley Levi 1885 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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LORRAINE ALFORD TART
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 7 December 1999
Name: Lorraine Alford Tart
Parents: Eugene Alford and Daisy Burr Alford
Spouse: James Edward Tart of Latta
Date of Birth: December 31, 1931
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Sunday, December 5, 1999
Place of Death: her residence (article headlined Latta)
Place of Burial: Bethesda Southern Methodist Church
Photo from Bethesda Southern Methodist Church Cemetery, Oak Grove, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth date of Lorraine Tart (SS# issued in SC), but her death date is listed as 15 Apr 2000, apparently incorrectly. Her last residence is Latta, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Eugene Alford and Daisy Elizabeth Burr Alford, and her siblings Elizabeth Alford Langdon, Ernestine Alford, Major Alford, and Vernie P. Alford in this compilation.
Her lineage: Lorraine 1931 SC1, Eugene 1907 SC2.
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LOU ALFORD TONEY
[Although she died in SC, we are also including her obituary in NC because she lived there.]
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 16 April 1976
MCBEE [Chesterfield Co., SC]—Funeral services for Mrs. Lou Alford Toney will be conducted Saturday at 3 p.m. in Shady Grove Baptist Church. Burial will be in the McBee community Cemetery, directed by young and Young Funeral Home.
Mrs. Toney, 37, died Tuesday [April 13] in a Hartsville [Darlington Co., SC] hospital after a short illness.
She was born in Marlboro County, a daughter of Sandy and Mrs. Thelma Simmons Alford. She was educated in Marlboro and Chesterfield County schools, and was a nurses aide. Mrs. Toney lived in Charlotte, N.C., for the past five years. She was a member of the St. Paul Baptist Church in Charlotte, N.C., and was a member of Young Christian Association.
Surviving, in addition to her father of Brooklyn, N.Y., and her mother of Hartsville, are her husband, James Ervin Toney of Charlotte, N.C.; a son, Harold Toney of Hartsville; a sister, Mrs. Dorothy Helen Brown of Brooklyn, N.Y.; five brothers, Alexander Alford of Smithfield, N.C., Ulysses Alford of McBee, Izell Alford of Capital Heights, Md., Hezekiah Alford of Hartsville and John Tyson Alford of Bennettsville; a half-sister, Miss Sandra Lee Alford of Brooklyn, N.Y.; a half-brother, Jerry A. Alford of Brooklyn, N.Y., and her paternal grandmother, Mrs. Lou Oliver Alford of Bennettsville.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lou Toney (SS# issued in SC) was born 28 Aug 1938, last residence not listed.
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LOUISE CHRISTMAS ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 25 January 2001
Louise C. Alford, 88, wife of the late Elijah B. Alford, died Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2001, at Loris Community Hospital after an illness.
She was a daughter of the late Aubrey Maston and Beulah Barrentine Christmas.
She was a member of Zion Pentecostal Holiness Church and was predeceased by a son, Aubrey James “Buddy” Alford.
Survivors include two daughters, Sylvia Jackson and her husband, Brooks, and Jo Ann Grainger and her husband, Garland, all of Conway; a brother, George Maston Christmas of Baltimore,; a half-sister, Nada Faye Lambert of Sumter; a half-brother, Vernon Christmas of Latta; a daughter-in-law, Olean Alford of Conway; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 7 to 9 tonight at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home…. Entombment will be in Hillcrest Mausoleum….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Louise C. Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 8 January 1913, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituary of her husband, Elijah Bass Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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LOUISE MATTIE ALFORD EVANS
Aunt of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
Source unknown
Williamsburg Co., SC—_____ July 1992
Louise Mattie Alford Evans, 69, widow of Edward F. Evans, died at home Monday, July 27, 1992.
Mrs. Evans was born in Florence County, a daughter of Ellie Parker Alford and Alice Hyman Alford.
She was a member of Happy Home Freewill Baptist Church and was a former quality control operator at Oneita Industries.
She was survived by two sons, Mervin Evans and Edward Allen Evans, both of Andrews; a daughter, Margie Ann Miller of Andrews; four brothers, Rutledge Alford, Nathan Alford, Etheridge “Noot” Alford, and the Rev. John Henry Alford, all of Andrews; three sisters, Aline Parrott, Lizzie Mae Cox, and Evelyn Swails, all of Andrews; and four grandchildren.
Funeral services were Wednesday, July 29, 1992, in Happy Home Freewill Baptist Church. Burial, directed by McKenzie Funeral Home, followed in Ivey Cemetery.
Photo from Ivey Cemetery, Andrews, Williamsburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gerald Alford, AAFA #0250
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Louise Evans (SS# issued in SC) was born 16 Dec 1922, last residence Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Ellie Parker Alford and Alice L. Hyman Alford; and siblings Aline Carrie Alford Parrott, John Henry Alford, Lizzie Mae Alford Cox, Nathan Alford, and Rutledge Cleveland “Bubba” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
Her lineage: Louise Mattie 1922 SC1, Ellie Parker 1892 SC2, John William 1844 SC3, unknown4.
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LUCY ARMENTA WATTS ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 19 December 1947
CONWAY, Dec. 18—Mrs. Lucy Armenta Alford, 70 years old, widow of the late J. Whiteford Alford of the Greenwood section of Horry County, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry B. Brown, about 1:40 p.m. today, following a lingering illness.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Goldfinch funeral home.
Mrs. Alford was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Benjamin Franklin and Eliza Hucks Watts. She was a member of the Greenwood Missionary Baptist Church.
Survivors include seven sons, L.E. Alford of Tampa Fla.; P.H. Alford, G.G. Alford, Lloyd M. Alford, Arthur B. Alford, and Horrison Alford, all of Conway; four daughters, Mrs. Rennie F. Brown, of Conway; Mrs. Prudence G. Goodwin, of Greensboro N.C.; Mrs. Mamie E. Owens, of Greensboro; Mrs. Lucy V. Brown, of Conway; two brothers B.F. Watts of Socastee, and Bob Watts, of Conway; one sister, Mrs. A.P. Huck, of Conway, and 37 grandchildren.
Photo from State Branch Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: The names on the shared gravestone of her parents are Benjamin Bradley Watts and Louisa P. Hucks Watts.
See the obituaries of her children Gilbert Grey Alford, Morris McGee Alford, Parker Heyward Alford Sr., Pennie Laurine Alford Brown, and Prudence Bertha Alford Williams Goodwin Eassy in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her daughter Mamie Estelle Alford Owens in North Carolina Obituaries; and of her son Lloyd Mason Alford in Maryland Obituaries.
Her middle name is from her Find A Grave memorial.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s lineage: Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC1, Harrison 1843 SC2, Arthur 1803 SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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LUCY DIXON “DICKIE” HALL ALFORD
Mother of George Robert Alford, Jr., AAFA #1412
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 26 April 1990
Name: Lucy (Dickie) Dixon Hall Alford
Parents: William and Lucy Ann Flowers Hall
Spouse: George Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 78
Place of Birth: Dillon
Date of Death: Wednesday [April 25]
Place of Death: Article headlined Ridgeland [Jasper Co.]
Place of Burial: Ridgeland Cemetery
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lucy H. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 Apr 1912.
See the obituary of her husband, George Robert Alford Sr., in this complation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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LUE ELLA DUSENBURY VICK ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 18 October 1974
Photo from Belin Memorial Cemetery, Murrells Inlet, Georgtown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Katherine Hampshire-Mach
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lue Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 3 Dec 1883 and died _____ Oct 1974, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituary of her second husband, Sylvester Gilford Alford, in this compilation.
Lue is buried next to her first husband.
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LUKE ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 16 March 1950
Name: Luke Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 70
Date of Death: Tuesday [March 14]
Place of Death: Residence East Dillon
AAFA NOTES: From South Carolina Death Index, 1950–1952 (Ancestry): Luke Alford, age 50 [sic], died 14 March 1950 in Dillon Co., SC. He is African-American.
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LULA MAE BREEDEN ALFORD
ANDERSON INDEPENDENT-MAIL
Anderson, Anderson Co., SC—Saturday, 10 August 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
BENNETTSVILLE [Marlboro Co.]—Lula Mae Alford, 79, died Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2002, in Bennettsville.
She was a member of Spears United Methodist Church and was a lifelong homemaker.
Surviving are daughters, Betty Woods and Ernestine Cook, of Bennettsville, Eloise Chambers of Spotsylvania, Va., Christine Neely of Mauldin, and Eida Hicks of Piedmont; sons, Alister Alford Sr. of Laurinburg, N.C., and Marvin Alford of Bennettsville; brother, Robert Breeden Sr. of Irvington, N.J.; 20 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
She was the daughter of the late Maston Sr. and Maggie Perkins Breeden.
Services are at 3 p.m. Monday at Spears United Methodist Church, Bennettsville.
The family will be at the home of Ernestine Cook, 113 Forrest St., Bennettsville.
Morris Funeral Home, Marshall and Bouchier Street, Bennettsville is in charge of the services. Local arrangements by the Unity Mortuary of Anderson.
Photo from Spears United Methodist Church Cemetery, Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Anonymous
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lula M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 9 April 1923.
We included the obituary of her son Alister Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
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LUVERTIS ALFORD
[Although she died in NJ, we are also including her obituary here because she is buried in and has close ties to SC.]
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 6 September 1997
Published in AAFA ACTION, Spring 1998
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Services for Luvertis Alford, 41, will be held at 1 p.m. today at New Bethel Presbyterian Church with burial in Pine Hill A.M.E. Church Cemetery. House of Thomas Funeral Home is in charge.
Mrs. Alford died Aug. 27, 1997. Born in Dillon, she was a daughter of Sweetie Mae Wright and the late James A. Alford.
Surviving: son, Jermiak Alford of Trenton; daughters, Angel, Carolyn Inge, both of Trenton; sisters, Bertha Mae Crosland, Sue Ann Bethea, Hilda Robinson, Leslie Bethea, Reginette Wright, all of Dillon; brothers, James, Johnny, Adolph, Bruce, Glen Wright, all of Dillon, Phillip Wright of Trenton; six grandchildren.
In another article:
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 9 September 1997
Name: Luvertis Alford
Parents: Sweetie Mae Wright and James A. Alford
Date of Birth/Age:
Place of Birth: Dillon
Date of Death: August 27, 1997
Place of Death: Trenton, NJ
Place of Burial: Pine Hill Church Cemetery, Latta
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
The House of Thomas Funeral Home and Pine Hill AME Church Cemetery in Dillon Co. traditionally serve the African-American community.
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MAE ALFORD BOLT
Aunt of Kathlyn Alford Aimonetti, AAFA #1410
Photo from Kathlyn Alford Aimonetti, AAFA #1410
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 4 June 2007
EDGEFIELD [Edgefield Co.]—Mrs. Mae Alford Bolt, 85, of Coral Street, wife of the late John W. Bolt, died Friday, June 1, 2007, in Edgefield County Hospital. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 6, 2007, at noon at Edgefield United Methodist Church with burial in Eastview Cemetery.
Mrs. Bolt was a native of Edgefield County and was a member of the Edgefield United Methodist Church. She graduated from Winthrop College and was a Home Economics Teacher and a homemaker. She was a member of the Edgefield County Hospital Auxiliary.
Surviving are a son, Johnny Bolt, New Jersey; a daughter, Cynthia Elaine Bolt Lee, Mt. Pleasant; three grandchildren, Jonathan James Lee, Matthew William Lewis Lee, and Christina Elaine Lee.
Memorials may be made to the Edgefield County Hospital, P.O. Box 590, Edgefield, SC 29824 or the Edgefield United Methodist Church, 309 Norris St., Edgefield, SC 29824.
The family is at the home and will receive friends at the home from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Photo from East View Cemetery, Edgefield, Edgefield Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Linda Ullom Buchanan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mae Alford Bolt (SS# issued in NC) was born 5 November 1921.
See the obituaries of her mother, Florence Kelly Alford; and brother John Gordon Alford Jr. in this compilation.
1930 CENSUS
Edgefield (District 19), Edgefield Co., SC, Dwelling #38:
John G. Alford head 44 GA GA GA age 28 at 1st marriage farmer
Florence L. wife 40 VA VA VA age 24 at 1st marriage
John G. Jr. son 15 GA GA VA
Mae dau 8 SC GA VA
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Mae 1921 SC1, John Gordon 1886 GA2, Allen Stephens 1848 GA3, John Allen 1815 GA4, William 1794 NC5, Kinchen 1768 NC6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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MAGDALENE “MAGGIE” ALFORD HILBURN
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—20 November 1948
CONWAY, Nov. 19. Special—Mrs. Maggie Alford Hilburn, 82 years old, widow of W.H. Hilburn, of the Cool Springs section of Horry County, died at her home about 9:30 o’clock Friday morning following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Bethsemane [sic] Baptist Church. Burial will follow at church cemetery.
She was a daughter of the late Sol and Rebecca Ivey Alford, and was a member of Pleasant Union Baptist Church.
Survivors include six sons: James Hilburn, of near Loris; Riley Hilburn, Lee Hilburn, John Hilburn and Vollie Hilburn, all of Galivant’s Ferry; and Clarence Hilburn, of Centenary; two daughters, Mrs. Fannie McClellan, of Charleston, and Mrs. Curley Hardee, of Galivant’s Ferry; 33 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Photo taken by Teresa Hilburn in Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her father, Levi Solomon Alford, in this compilation.
Her first name is from online family trees.
Teresa Hilburn, great-granddaughter of Maggie Alford, reports that Maggie’s husband, Wingate H., spelled his last name both Hilburn and Hilbourn. The majority of the family today spells it Hilburn.
Although her birth year on her gravestone is 1866, and she is age 82 in the obituary, early censuses point to an 1868 birth year. See notes regarding her birth under her father’s obituary.
Horry Co., SC censuses: Maggie is probably the person listed with her grandfather Duke W. Alford as granddaughter Magthalan Alford 2 SC on the 1870 census; and “servant” Rebecca M. Ivey 12 SC on the 1880 census. It appears that she is using her mother’s last name. In 1900 she is Maggie Hilberne 31 born Jun 1868 NC; in 1910 she is Maggie Hilburn 38 SC; in 1920 she is Maggie Hilburn 52 SC; in 1930 she is Mag Hilburn 63 SC.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Magdalene “Maggie” 1866 SC1, Levi Solomon 1841 SC2, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC3, John B. 1780 NC4, William 1760 NC5.
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MAJOR ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 21 November 1973
LATTA—Major Alford, 45, died at his home recently.
He was the son of Eugene Alford and Daisy Burr Alford. He was born in Dillon County. He was a staff sergeant in the U.S. Air Force, serving as a squadron administration chief clerk.
Military funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday in the Bethesda Southern Methodist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery, with the Cooper Funeral Home of Dillon directing.
Surviving besides the parents are two sons, Eugene and Earl Alford, both of Tuscon, Ariz.; six sisters, Mrs. Lorraine Tart and Mrs. Dorothy Jean Beckwhite, both of Dillon, Miss Ernestine Alford of Oak Grove, Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Langdon of Las Vegas, Mrs. Stella Clark of Latta and Mrs. Carolyn Hatchell of Floydale; six brothers, William Alford of Blenheim, Jimmy, Vernie, Craig, Gene, Ray, and Everett Alford, all of Latta.
Photos from Bethesda Southern Methodist Church Cemetery, Oak Grove, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bracky
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Major Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 23 Sept 1928 and died _____ Nov 1973.
See the obituaries of his parents, Eugene Alford and Daisy Elizabeth Burr Alford, and siblings Elizabeth Alford Langdon, Ernestine Alford, Lorraine Alford Tart, and Vernie P. Alford in this compilation.
1930 CENSUS
Bethea (District 5), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #283:
Eugene Alford head 22 SC SC SC age 21 at 1st marriage farmer
Daisy wife 19 SC SC SC age 18 at 1st marriage
Major son 1-6/12 SC SC SC
His lineage: Major 1928 SC1, Eugene 1907 SC2.
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MALCOLM EUGENE ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 25 August 1971
SPARTANBURG—Malcolm Eugene Alford Jr., 45, was electrocuted while unloading lumber at a construction site. He was a supervisor for Palmetto Construction Co.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Reedy Creek Baptist Church near Marion. Burial will be in the Church cemetery, directed y Smith Brothers Funeral Home
Mr. Alford was born in Marion County, a son of Eugene and Clara Smith Alford Sr.
Surviving are: his parents of Marion County; his widow, Mrs. Helen Walker Alford of Seneca; two sons, Gene Hooks and Johnny Hooks of Virginia; two stepsons, Terry Holtsclaw of Gaffney and Jerry Holdsclaw of Seneca; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Phyllis Thrasher of Seneca; two sisters, Mrs. Muriel Buckmaster of Sarasota, Fla., and Mrs. Rosalee A. Mouzon of Charleston; four brothers, Aubrey Alford of Cordelle, Ga., Tommy Alford of Lafayette, La., Smith Alford of Laurinburg, N.C., and Jerry Alford of Charleston.
Photo from Reedy Creek Baptist Cemetery, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Malcolm Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 21 March 1926 and died _____ Aug 1971, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his parents, Eugene A. Alford and Clara Smith Alford; and siblings Muriel Alford Buckmaster, Rosalee Alford Mouzon, and Tommy Bloyce Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Malcolm Eugene 1926 SC1, Eugene A. 1898 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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MAMIE ALFORD BANKHEAD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Sunday, 28 August 1988
ROCK HILL [York Co., SC]—Mrs. Mamie Alford Bankhead, 67, of 197 Westerwood Dr. died Aug. 27, 1988, at Piedmont Medical Center. Funeral is at 2 p.m. Monday at the chapel of Greene Funeral Home…. Burial will be in Laurelwood Cemetery.
A Horry County native, Mrs. Bankhead was a member of Highland Foursquare Gospel Church. She was a homemaker and the widow of Robert M. Bankhead.
Surviving are sons, Robert Bankhead, Charlotte, Jimmy Bankhead; daughters, Mrs. Faye Smith, Mrs. Linda Wray; brothers, Lorenzo Alford; sisters, Mrs. Mary Mitchell, Mrs. Rachel Holland; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren….
Photo from Laurelwood Cemetery, Rock Hill, York Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Rick and Kathy Wright
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mamie A. Bankhead (SS# issued in SC) was born 12 Jan 1921, last residence Rock Hill, York Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her siblings Levy Simpson Alford, Mary Jane Alford Mitchell, Rachel Holland, and Lorenzo Burt Alford; and paternal grandfather, Levi Solomon Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Mamie 1921 NC1, Levi Simpson 1879 SC2, Levi Solomon 1841 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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MAMIE CATHERINE LEGETTE ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 20 August 1987
Name Mamie Catherine Legett Alford
Parents: James and Sally Norton Legett, daughter, Rena Lou and son James Little Jr. Alford of Dillon
Date of Birth/Age: Age 79
Place of Birth: Scotland County, NC and of Dillon
Date of Death: Tuesday
Place of Burial: Alford Cemetery
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mary Lou Arion
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mamie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 12 Dec 1907, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituary of her husband, James Little Alford Sr., in this compilation.
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MANTON ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 11 August 1917
BLENHEIM [Marlboro Co.], Aug. 10—Manton Alford, one of the most prominent planters of Dillon County, died at his home at Selkirk, in Dillon County, last Friday and was buried at the Alford Cemetery near Reedy Creek Presbyterian Church last Saturday at 11 o’clock….
Mr. Alford was about 62 years of age and was a life long resident of Dillon County. He was a man of generous and genial impulses and given to hospitality—a typical gentleman of the old regime. He was highly esteemed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife and the following children: James L. Alford, Manton Alford, Duncan Alford, Earle Alford, Mary Love Alford, Margaret Alford, Tochie and Juliette Alford. He is also survived by one brother and one sister.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mary Lou Arion
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Lorena Curry Alford; children Duncan Curry Alford, Earl Richards Alford Sr., James Little Alford, Juliaette Alford, Manton Clisby Alford, Margaret Alford Brandis, Mary Love Alford, and Tochie Patricia Alford; and brothers James Frierson Alford Sr. and Daniel Warren Alford and in this compilation.
Buried next to each other in the Alford Cemetery in Dillon Co., SC:
Lorena Curry Alford....10 Sept 1866 - 1 Jun 1944
Manton Alford....5 Feb 1854 - 27 Jul 1917
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Manton 1854 SC1, James Little 1811 NC2, Warren 1770 NC3, Jacob 1738 VA4, Lodwick 1710 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA7.
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MANTON CLISBY ALFORD
[Although he died in NC, we are also including his obituary here because of his close ties to SC.]
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 24 April 1973
Name: Manton C. Alford
Parents: Manton and Rena Curry Alford
Spouse: Mary Ella Montgomery Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 74
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Sunday [April 22]
Place of Death: Scotland Memorial Hospital
Place of Burial: Alford Cemetery in Dillon
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that M. Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 1 May 1898, last residence Laurinburg, Scotland Co., NC.
See the obituaries of his parents, Manton Alford and Lorena Curry Alford; and siblings Duncan Alford, Earl Richards Alford Sr., James Little Alford, Juliaette Alford, Margaret Alford Brandis, Mary Love Alford, and Tochie Patricia Alford in this compilation.
On Manton Clisby Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 20, a student at Clemson College. He names Mary [and] Manton Alford as his nearest relative.
Buried near each other in the Alford Cemetery in Dillon Co., SC:
Mary Ella Montgomery Alford....Died...20 Aug 1983
Wife of Manton Clisby Alford
Manton Clisby Alford....1 May 1898 - 22 Apr 1973
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Manton Clisby 1898 SC1, Manton 1854 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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MARGARET ALFORD
SOUTHERN CHRISTIAN ADVOCATE
Wednesday, 6 December 1871
Online at Ancestry
Sister Margaret Alford died Sept. 27th at the residence of her son, brother H.H.D. Alford, in the 65th year of her age. Sister Alford was born and raised in Horry District, S.C. She married and became the mother of nine children, when she and her husband moved to Sampit, Georgetown District, S.C., in the year 1847 and in the year 1849 her husband died.
AAFA NOTES: AAFA is not able to identify this family. No one in the family has been found on the 1860 or 1870 census.
Probably:
1850 CENSUS
Prince George Winyaw [sic], Georgetown Co., SC, Dwelling #8:
Margaret Alford 45 SC occupation blank
Eliza 16 SC
Henry 14 SC
Sam’l 13 SC
Bryant 11 SC
Martha E. 9 SC
Margaret 7 SC
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MARGARET ALFORD BRANDIS
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 27 June 1978
Name: Margaret Alford Brandle*
Parents: Manton and Rena Curry Alford
Spouse: Henry F. Bandle*
Date of Birth/Age: 70
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Monday [June 26]
Place of Death: Marion
Place of Burial: Alford Cemetery
*Should be Brandis
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mary Lou Arion
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Margaret Brandis (SS# issued in NC) was born 1 June 1908 and died _____ June 1978, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Manton Alford and Lorena Curry Alford; and siblings Duncan Curry Alford, Earl Richards Alford Sr., James Little Alford, Juliaette Alford, Manton Clisby Alford, Mary Love Alford, and Tochie Patricia Alford in this compilation.
Her marriage:
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 2 January 1953
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Miss Flora Margaret Alford of Dillon and Henry Parker Brandis of Salisbury, North Carolina were married at high noon Saturday, December twenty-seven ... at the ancestral home of the bride....
Earl R. Alford, brother of the bride, lighted the candles....
Mrs. Brandis is a graduate of Dillon High School and Winthrop College, doing further study at the University of Norh Carolina. She has been a popular teacher in the Salisbury schools for the past several years.
Mr. Brandis is well known in the business, religious and social circles of Salisbury and at present is cashier of the Scottish Bank. The couple will be at home after the tenth of January at 414 South Fulton Street in Salisbury.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Margaret 1908 SC1, Manton 1854 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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MARGARET GATLIN SCARBOROUGH HALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 9 October 1998
Published in AAFA ACTION, Summer 1999
RIDGELAND [Jasper Co.]—Services for Margaret Gatlin Halford, 87, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Sauls Funeral Home Chapel, with burial in Ridgeland Cemetery....
Mrs. Halford died Wednesday [October 7] at Ridgeland Nursing Center after an illness. Born in Palatka, Fla., Nov. 19, 1910, she was a daughter of the late Aaron B. and Dola Silcox Gatlin. She was a homemaker and a member of Ridgeland Baptist Church.
Surviving are her son, Russell G. Halford of Ridgeland; daughter, Louise H. Hale of Tampa, Fla.; four grandchildren.
Photos from Ridgeland Cemetery, Ridgeland, Jasper Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jackie Van Nice
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Margaret G. Halford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituary of her son Russell Gatlin Halford in this compilation.
According to her Find A Grave memorial and Ancestry family trees, she married (1) Arthur Earl Scarborough. They apparently had no children. She is single on the 1930 census, living with her mother in Palatka Co., FL.
From Florida Marriage Collection (Ancestry): Margaret Scarboro married James W. Halford in Putnam Co. in 1935.
In 1940 she is married to James Wilson Halford, living in Jasper, Ridgeland Co., SC, no children.
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MARGARET LONG ALFORD
Margaret Long Alford
October 13, 1924 ~ March 13, 2013
From Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Greenville, Greenville Co., SC
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Friday, 15 March 2013
LYMAN—Margaret Long Alford, 88, died Wednesday, March 13, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Charles L. Alford.
Born in Greenville, she was the daughter of the late John Arthur and Caroline Hand Long. Mrs. Alford was employed as the Education Secretary of Augusta Heights Baptist Church, having retired following 35 years of service. She was a member of Eastlan Baptist Church.
Surviving are her son, Charles L. Alford (Tish); her daughter, Gayle Carson; grandchildren, Lang Alford, Kasey Frank (Steve), Chad Carson (Julie) and Caroline Carson; and seven great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 10:15 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown with the funeral service following at 12:00 p.m. in the Downtown Chapel. Burial will be in Greenville Memorial Gardens….
Photo from Greenville Memorial Gardens, Piedmont, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Labonte18
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Charles Lang Alford Jr., in this compilation.
Wedding announcement:
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Sunday, 19 November 1944
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MARGARET LOUISE ALFORD HARRELSON DUSSOR
Moncks Corner, Berkeley Co., SC—_____ January 2018
Margaret Louise Alford Harrelson Dussor, 80, of Moncks Corner, SC, a retired executive administrator to the President of Trident Technical College, died Wednesday evening [January 24] at her residence. Her funeral will be 4:00 PM Saturday afternoon, January 27, 2018, in the Macedonia Christian Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery directed by Dial-Murray Funeral Home, Moncks Corner.…
Mrs. Dussor was born June 26, 1937, in Gary, TX, a daughter of Arthur Lee Alford and Velma Elizabeth Bolton Alford. She was a member of the Macedonia Christian Church and enjoyed shopping, camping, and traveling. Mrs. Dussor especially like studying genealogy and playing dominoes, but most of all she loved spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by a son, William D. “Bill” Dussor; a grandson, Kevin Harnage; and a great grandchild, Zachary Graham. Mrs. Dussor was the widow of Paul M. Harrelson.
Surviving are, her husband, Robert Louis “Bob” Dussor, Jr; two daughters, Cynthia H. Murray and her husband, Jim, of New Hope, and Cheryl H. Harnage and her husband, Joe, of Moncks Corner; a son, Robert L. Dussor, III, and his wife, Nancy, of Endwell, NY; a sister-in-law, Rhonda Daniel and her husband, Bob, of Woodland, GA; eight grandchildren, Julie Linton, Jeffrey Fletcher, Josh Harvey, Justin Harvey, Kelly Taylor, Katelyn Harnage, Matthew Dussor, and Andrew Dussor; eleven great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
We included the obituaries of her parents, Arthur Lee Alford and Velma Elizabeth Bolton Alford; and brother Arthur Lewis Alford in Georgia Obituaries.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Isham Alford (1755–1832).
Her lineage: Margaret Louise 1937 TX1, Arthur Lee 1909 GA2, Zachariah Burrus 1868 GA3, John Ferrell 1827 GA4, Isham 1805 GA5, Brittain Washington 1782 NC6, Isham 1755 NC7.
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MARGIE HALFORD KILGUS
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 28 May 2007
BLACKVILLE—Margie Halford Kilgus, 78, widow of Henry Jake Kilgus, died May 26, 2007, at her home.
Mrs. Kilgus was born January 11, 1929, in Bamberg [Bamberg Co.], a daughter of the late Herald Halford and Bertie Shipes Halford. She was a member of Ghents Branch Baptist Church and had been an employee of The Sunbeam Corp. and the Denmark Piggly Wiggly. She was the retired owner and operator of Margies Florist in Blackville. Mrs. Kilgus was a charter member of the Denmark Rescue Squad.
Surviving are a son, Jake Kilgus and his wife, Teresa Kilgus, of Blackville; one grandson, Sean Kilgus of Atlanta; one granddaughter, Taylor Kilgus of Blackville; an aunt, Marie Bishop of Aiken; one uncle, Joe Halford of Monroe, NC; two nieces and many cousins.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband and a sister, Elizabeth Wilkerson.
Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 29, 2007, in South End Cemetery in Bamberg…. Visitation will be Monday, May 28, 2007, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Mercer Funeral Home in Denmark….
Photo from South End Cemetery, Bamberg, Bambert Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Wimsang
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Margie Halford Kilgus (SS# issued in SC), last residence Blackville, Barnwell Co., SC.
See the obituary of her father, Albert Harold Halford, in this compilation.
She is “Mrs. Marjorie Kilgus” in her father’s obituary.
Her HALFORD lineage, in part from RootsWeb.com Family Tree “Halford: Southern US“ by Michael Kruse: Margie 1929 SC1, Albert Harold 1903 SC2, George Washington 1871 SC3, Washington 1833 SC4, William Richard 1796 SC5, Achillis 1754 VA6.
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MARGIE LEE MCCALL ALFORD
THE HERALD
Rock Hill, York Co., SC—Thursday, 18 February 2010
RIDGEWAY—Ms. Margie Lee Alford, 88, formerly of Rock Hill, went to be with her Lord Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010, with a host of family at her side.
Graveside services will be 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at Laurelwood Cemetery, with Pastor Robert Alford officiating.
A native of Fort Mill, Margie was the daughter of the late Mattie McCall and the widow of Lorenzo B. Alford. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and was the former owner of Mt. Holly Fish Camp which she operated with her husband for over 40 years.
Surviving are two sons, Kirby L. Newell and wife, Sue, of Catawba and Michael L. Alford and wife, Darlene, of Rock Hill; two daughters, Phyllis N. Simpson and husband, Pat, of Rock Hill and Barbara N. Hawkins, also of Rock Hill; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her mother and husband, Margie was preceded in death by her daughter, Judy A. Hembree and her grandson, Robert Dylan Hembree.
The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at Greene Funeral Home Downtown Chapel, 355 E. White St., Rock Hill, SC….
Photo from Laurelwood Cemetery, Rock Hill, York Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Huffstetler
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Margie Lee Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 1 Aug 1921, last residence Rock Hill, York Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Lorenzo Burt Alford; and her children Michael Lorenzo Alford and Judy Elizabeth Alford Hembree in this compilation.
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MARGUERITE SMITH ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 28 March 1997
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Marguerite Smith Alford, 86, died Wednesday, March 26, 1997, at St. Eugene Community Hospital.
She was born March 27, 1910, in Mobile, Ala., a daughter of the late Wallace and Minnie Lawshe Smith. She was a graduate of Winthrop College.
Mrs. Alford was a retired schoolteacher and taught in Brunswick, Ga., and Dillon high schools. She was a member of the Retired Teachers Association and the Country Bridge Club.
She was also a member of Reedy Creek Presbyterian Church and past president of the Women of the Church.
Survivors include three sons, Earl Alford Jr. and John Alford, both of Dillon, and Neill Alford of Bennettsville; a daughter, Pat Phillips of Englewood, Fla.; a sister, Hilma Stonstrom of Myrtle Beach; three grandchildren; two great-grandsons; and a companion, Willie Evans of Latta.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at Reedy Creek Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in Alford Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Dillon Camp of Gideons, P.O. Box 111, Dillon 29536, or Dillon Christian School, P.O. Box 151, Dillon 29536. Cooper Funeral Home is in charge.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Marguerite S. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituary of her husband, Earl Richards Alford Sr., in this compilation.
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MARILYN JOYCE ALFORD TODD
Conway, Horry Co., SC—_____ September 2013
Marilyn Joyce Todd, 65, died Thursday, September 12, 2013 at her residence surrounded by her family and friends.
She was born September 28, 1947 in Horry County, a daughter of the late Clarence L. and Brazillah Rowell Alford. Joyce was a member of the Red Hat Hussies Club. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Joyce enjoyed bowling, fishing and also an avid gardener who like working with her flowers. She also was owner and operator of Joyce’s Beauty Salon.
Mrs. Todd is survived by her son, Macon Douglas Todd Jr. (Terry) of Conway; one brother, Joseph Leland Alford (Shirley “Charlie”) of AL; one sister, Judy Alford Altman of Conway; two grandchildren, Macon Douglas Todd III and Whisper Evelyn Todd, their mother, Jennifer L Todd and many other family and friends who will miss her.
Funeral Services will be held 4pm Monday, September 16, 2013 at Watson Funeral Services Chapel…. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Clarence Leander Alford and Brazillah “Zillah” Rowell Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Marilyn Joyce 1947 SC1, Clarence Leander 1916 SC2, John Gary 1886 SC3, Harrison 1843 SC4, Arthur 1803 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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MARION ALFORD STONE PAUL CHRISTMAS
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 11 January 1975
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Mrs. Marion Stone Christmas, 78, died Thursday [January 9] in a local hospital after a short illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Colonial Funeral Home with a second service at 3 p.m. at Hicks Chapel Church of God of Prophecy in Coward. Burial will be in New Prospect Baptist Cemetery near Coward.
Mrs. Christmas was born in Florence County, a daughter of the late John and Annie Alford. She was a member of Hicks Chapel Church of God of Prophecy in Coward.
Surviving are her husband, Thamon Christmas of Dillon; two sons, Wade C. Stone and Shadrach Stone both of Columbia; four daughters, Mrs. Roland (Lyndal) Anderson of Dillon, Mrs. Gene (Dorothy Lee) Prosser of Effingham, Mrs. Archie (Edith) Miles of Coward and Mrs. Bailey (Pecolia) McCarty of West Columbia; a step daughter, Mrs. Robert (Belar) Farrell of Mars Bluff; 50 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
Photo from Old Landing Cemetery, Hannah, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nay
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
There is some confusion about Marion’s parents. AAFA shows her as the granddaughter of John William Alford, daughter of Hester. The obituary says her parents were John and his fourth wife, Annie Jane Smith Alford (see her obituary in this compilation). However, Annie and John had been married only 1 year on the 1900 census, and Annie had 1 child, her first daughter Alice born 1899. On the 1910 census, Annie and John were married 12 years, and Annie says she has 6 children, 5 living. Also, Marion is not named in the obituary of Annie Jane Smith Alford.
Marion is listed as John’s granddaughter on the 1910 census but as his daughter in 1900. AAFA records show that John married his third wife, Elizabeth Parker, about 1890 and she died in 1896. If she is Marion’s mother, perhaps she died giving birth to Marion. Further confusion is caused by Hester’s designation as John’s stepdaughter in 1910. Hester is never shown with children.
1930 CENSUS
Cains (District 4), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #134:
Wade P. Stone head 40 SC SC SC age 18 at 1st marriage farm laborer
Marion wife 32 SC SC SC age 20 at 1st marriage
Bella dau 19 SC SC SC
Edith dau 11 SC SC SC
Lendol dau 8 SC SC SC
Pecola dau 7 SC SC SC
W.C. son 5 SC SC SC
Dortha Lee dau 3 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Hannah (District 48), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #66:
Wade P. Stone head 39 SC SC SC farmer
Marion wife 23 SC SC SC
Arthur B. son 16 SC SC SC
Lonqueen M. dau 14 SC SC SC
Bela E. dau 12 SC SC SC
Edith L. dau 3/12 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Cain (District 17), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #49:
John W. Alford head 65 SC SC SC 4th marriage, 12 years farmer
Annie wife 32 SC SC SC 1st marriage, 12 years
6 children, 5 living
William son 34 SC SC SC
Hestor s-dau 43 SC SC SC single
Elly son 16 SC SC SC
Rosie dau 14 SC SC SC
Marion g-dau 13 SC SC SC
[AAFA shows her as granddaughter, daughter of Hester]
Allas dau 10 SC SC SC
Kitty dau 9
Joel son 5
Charlotte dau 4
Celia G. dau 4/12
Next door is the family of John W. Alford’s son John C. Alford.
1900 CENSUS
Cains (District 32), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #121:
John W. Alford head 54 b. Mar 1846 SC SC SC married 1 year farmer
Annie J. wife 25 b. Apr 1875 SC SC SC 1 child, 1 living
Hester dau 26 b. May 1874 SC SC SC
[this is probably an incorrect birth date]
William R. son 23 b. Mar 1877 SC SC SC
John C. son 15 b. Dec 1884 SC SC SC
Ellie P. son 9 b. Aug 1890 SC SC SC
Marion E. dau 3 b. June 1896 SC SC SC
[AAFA shows her as granddaughter, daughter of Hester]
Rosa dau 4 b. June 1895 SC SC SC
Alice W. dau 7/12 b. Oct 1899 SC SC SC
Elizabeth Harrell mother 82 b. July 1818 SC SC SC widow 5 children, 2 living
[Harrell is her maiden name.]
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MARJORIE LENORA ALFORD CRANFORD
ROCK HILL HERALD
Rock Hill, SC—Tuesday, 30 December 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
Mrs. Marjorie Alford Cranford, 86, died on Sunday, December 28, 2003, at Trident Medical Center.
A native of Great Falls, Mrs. Cranford was a daughter of the late Harmon Alford and Mary Dennis Alford. She was a graduate of Georgia Southern University. She was a member of Daughters of the Eastern Star. She was a retired special education teacher with Gracewood State School and Hospital in Augusta, Georgia. She was a member of Harbor Light Baptist Church. She was the widow of John Milton Cranford.
Surviving are her son, Ted Cranford of Moncks Corner; her daughter, Pat Leaphart of Goose Creek; her brother, Harmon H. Alford of North Charleston; her sister, Vivian Gardner of Sebring, Florida; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
The funeral was held on Wednesday at the James A. Dyal Funeral Home Chapel in Summerville. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery in Chester.
In another article:
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Tuesday, 30 December 2003
Marjorie Alford Cranford, 86, of North Charleston, widow of John Milton Cranford, died Sunday, December 28, 2003 at Trident Medical Center. Funeral services will be held December 31, 2003 at 10 o’clock James A. Dyal Funeral Home Chapel, Summerville. Burial will be held at 2:30 o’clock at Evergreen Cemetery, Chester, SC. Friends may call at James A. Dyal Funeral Home from 6 until 8 o’clock this evening. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: National Kidney Foundation South Carolina Chapter, 500 Taylor Street, Suite 101, Columbia, SC 29201.
Mrs. Cranford was born June 13, 1917 in Great Falls, South Carolina, the daughter of the late Harmon and Marry Dennis Alford. She was a graduate of Georgia Southern. She was a member of the Daughters of the Eastern Star. She retired as a Special Education Teacher with Gracewood State School and Hospital in Augusta, Georgia and she was a member of Harbor Light Baptist Church.
Surviving are a daughter, Pat and Daniel Leaphart of Goose Creek; son, Ted and Ellen Cranford of Moncks Corner; 7 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren; brother, Harmon H. Alford of North Charleston; sister, Vivian Gardner of Sebring, Florida.
She was predeceased by her sister, Sara Shelton.
Arrangements by James A. Dyal Funeral Home, 303 South Main Street, Summerville, South Carolina.
Photo from Evergreen Cemetery, Chester, Chester Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Grammy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Marjorie A. Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Charleston, Charleston Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her siblings Harmon Hewlett Alford and Sarah Alford Shelton in this compilation.
Her middle name is from her Find A Grave memorial.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #10.
Her lineage: Marjorie Lenora 1917 SC1, Harmon Willis 1879 NC2, Joseph H. 1839 VA3, Joseph 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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MARJORIE ALFORD MAYS
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 7 December 2000
Name: Marjorie (Margaret) Mays
Parents: Willie and Carrie Alford of Latta
Place of Birth: Latta
Date of Death: Thursday, November 30, 2000
Place of Death: Article headlined Latta
Place of Burial: Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Marjorie A. Mays (SS# issued in NC) was born 6 June 1948.
Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery traditionally serves the African-American community.
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MARSEY R. SEIGLER HALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 18 August 1914
WALTERBORO, Aug. 17—Mrs. J.R. Halford died at her home here this morning, after a long illness.
Before her marriage to Mr. Halford she was Miss Seigler of the Centreville section of the county and she had many relatives there.
She is survived by her husband and many relatives.
Mrs. Halford was a lovable character, a strong Christian and held the esteem of all who knew her. She was a prominent worker in the Baptist church, of which for many years she was a member.
The interment too place at Bedon’s cemetery.
Photo from Bedon Baptist Church Cemetery, Walterboro, Colleton Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Juanda Owens B.
AAFA NOTES: Her husband, James R. Halford, is buried in the same cemetery. He was born 18 March 1867 and died 7 Jan 1926. In 1870, Verdier, Colleton Co., SC, James R. Halford, age 3 born SC, is listed with his parents James J. Halford 43 and Jane Halford 22.
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MARTHA JANE FULMORE ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 5 March 1998
Name: Martha Jane Fulmore Alford
Parents: William Fulmore, Sr. and Martha Anthony Fulmore
Spouse: Robert King Alford
Date of Birth: June 5, 1926
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Place of Burial: Monday, March 2, 1998 in Rest Haven Cemetery, Latta
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Martha J. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 5 June 1926 and died 27 Feb 1998, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
Resthaven Cemetery in Dillon Co. traditionally serves the African-American community.
Robert King Alford was the son of Frank Alford and Minnie Rawles.
On Frank Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 21, a single laborer living in Dillon Co., SC. He was born 15 Apr 1896 in Dillon Co., SC., race “African.” He signed with his mark.
1930 CENSUS
Manning (District 19), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #185:
Frank Alford head B 32 SC SC SC farm laborer
age 22 at 1st marriage
Minnie S. wife B 27 SC SC SC age 17 at 1st marriage
Martha J. dau B 8 SC SC SC
Maggie B. dau B 6 SC SC SC
Robert K. son B 4 SC SC SC
Sarah dau B 3 SC SC SC
John L. son B 10/12 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Harleesville (District 62), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #152:
Robert Alford head B 38 SC SC SC farmer
2nd marriage, 1 year
Bessie wife B 21 NC NC NC 1st marriage, 1 year
1 child, 1 living
Frazier son B 16 SC SC SC
Frank son B 12 SC SC SC
Walter son B 11 SC SC SC
Rulitha dau B 7 SC SC SC
Lilley J. dau B 5 SC SC SC
John C. son B 4 SC SC SC
John son B 5 SC SC SC
Adesser son B 1 SC SC SC [sic]
Mary C. niece B 22 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Bethea (District 68), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #269:
Robert Alford head B 25 b. Feb 1875 SC SC SC farm laborer
m. 6 years
Martha wife B 25 b. Apr 1875 SC SC SC 4 children, 3 living
Frasier son B 5 b. May 1895 SC SC SC
Frank son B 3 b. Jan 1897 SC SC SC
David son B 1 b. Feb 1899 SC SC SC
Robert father B 70 b. Jan 1830 SC SC SC farm laborer
Charly nephew B 14 b. Apr 1886 SC SC SC farm laborer
Her husband’s lineage: Frank 1896/1898 SC1, Robert 1875 SC2, Robert 1830 SC3.
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MARTHA JEAN ALFORD QUICK MAINS
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 8 November 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 1999
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Martha Jean Alford Mains, 45, of Gilbert Road, died Friday, Nov. 6, 1998, at Georgetown Memorial Hospital after an illness.
She was born in Conway, a daughter of the late Harrison and Grace Fleming Alford. She was a member of Greenwood Baptist Church.
Survivors include a son, M. Sean Quick of Conway; two brothers, Francis Alford and Andy Alford, both of Conway; and a sister, Nancy Tindall of Conway.
Visitation will be from 6-8 tonight at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway chapel. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Greenwood Baptist Church....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Martha J. Mains (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 Nov 1953.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Martha Jean 1953 SC1, Harrison 1919 SC2, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC3, Harrison 1843 SC4, Arthur 1803 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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MARTHA LILLIAN ALFORD BLANKENSHIP WOLFE
Aunt of Norris Lynn Alford, AAFA #0422
CHARLESTON GAZETTE
Charleston, Kanawha Co., WV—Friday, 29 April 1988
Mrs. Lillian Blankenship Wolfe, 78, of Rock Hill, formerly of South Charleston, W.Va., died April 27, 1988, in Bedmont Medical Hospital, Rock Hill, after a long illness.
She was a native of West Virginia.
Surviving: daughter, Phyllis Adams of Rock Hill, with whom she made her home; brothers, Cline Alford of Alum Creek, W.Va., Ellis Alford of Teays Valley, W.Va.; sister, Faye Chandler of South Charleston; two granddaughters.
Service will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Good Shepherd Mortuary, South Charleston…. Burial will be in Teays Hill Cemetery, St. Albans….
Photo from Teays Hill Cemetery, St. Albans, Kanawha Co., WV—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Robert Fitch
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Lillian M. Wolfe (SS# issued in WV) was born 22 Feb 1910, last residence Saint Albans, Kanawha Co., WV.
We included the obituaries of her brothers Denver Cline Alford and Norris Ellis Alford; half-siblings Faye Frances Alford Chandler, Forrest Wilburn Alford; and stepmother Nellie Adkins Alford Nicholas in West Virginia Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #11.
Her lineage: Martha Lillian 1910 WV1, Stafford Garfield 1883 WV2, Lafayette 1850 VA3, Robert 1814 VA4, George 1763 Ireland5, John 1735 Ireland6.
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MARTHA LOUISE RUNION ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Tuesday, 13 June 2006
GREENVILLE—Martha Louise Runion Alford, 83, of 124 Birnam Court, and wife of W.H. Alford, died Sunday, June 11, 2006.
Born in Greenville, S.C., she was a daughter of the late Belton Wardlaw Runion and Daisey Hardin Runion.
Mrs. Alford was a 1940 graduate of Taylors High School. She worked for J.C. Penney Co. during the 1940s and was a homemaker.
She was a member of Edwards Road Baptist Church, a member of the Winsom Sunday School Class and the Senior Citizens Group. She was a former member of East North Street Baptist Church, where she served as pianist and Sunday School teacher.
Surviving, in addition to her husband, are a son, William Barry Alford of Greenville, S.C.; a daughter, Martha Dianne Alford of Knoxville, Tenn.; two sisters, Mrs. R.W. (Lib) Stephens of Taylors, S.C., and Mrs. Dick (Becky) Lanford of Lavonia, Ga.; a brother, Mendell Lee Runion of Taylors, S.C.; and a stepsister, Sara Jean Talley of Greer, S.C.
Preceding her in death were two brothers, Jackie Runion of Greer, S.C., and an infant brother, Wardlaw Runion; and a sister, Nancy Runion Rollins of Jackson, S.C.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, June 14, 2006, at 2 p.m. at The Mackey Mortuary…. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park.
The family requests that the Ladies Winsome Sunday School Class serve as honorary escorts….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, William Hubert Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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MARTHA PRUDENCE “MATTIE” SMITH ALFORD
Grandmother of Frank Luther Alford Jr., AAFA #0720
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 21 July 1966
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Mrs. Mattie Smith Alford, 72, died Tuesday [July 19] in a Charleston hospital. Mrs. Alford was born in Marion County, a daughter of the late Ellison and Margaret Collins Smith. She was married to the late William Herbert Alford and was a member of Gapway Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be conducted in Gapway Baptist Church Thursday at 11 a.m.... Burial will be in Smith Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
Surviving are four sons, Herbert Alford of Myrtle Beach, William Alford of Mullins, Stanley Alford of Silver Springs, Md., and Neal Alford of Miami, Fla.; three daughters, Miss Virginia Alford, and Mrs. Dorothy Cornett, both of Mullins, and Mrs. Mildred Byrd of Aiken; 16 grandchildren and two great grandchildren; two brothers, E.B. Smith and Sandy Smith, both of Mullins; and a sister, Mrs. John F. Brown of Mullins.
Photo from Smith Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jeff Murrie
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mattie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 October 1893.
See the obituaries of her husband, William Herbert Alford; children Dorothy Alford Cornett, Frank Luther Alford, Mildred Alford Byrd, Stanley Carlyle Alford, Virginia Grey Alford, and William “Chessie” Alford; and her grandson William “Billy” Alford in this compilation.
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MARVIN E. ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 23 June 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
MYRTLE BEACH [Horry Co.]—Marvin E. Alford, 75, of Park Dr. died Tuesday, June 22, 2004, at his residence following an illness.
Mr. Alford was born in Mullins, a son of the late Joe and Dannie Capps Alford. He was Past Master of Myrtle Beach Masonic Lodge # 353, and was a York Rite mason serving as past District Deputy. Prior to retirement, Mr. Alford was employed by Myrtle Beach Air Force Base in the Civil Engineering Dept.
He was pre-deceased by one brother, Bill Alford; three sisters, Annie Byrd, Gracie Johnson, and Minnie Roberts; and one grandson, Shawn Edgar Sessions.
Surviving are: his wife, Theta DuBois Alford of Myrtle Beach; three daughters, Sherry Sessions and her husband, Steve, Maxine Minnamon, and Kay Alford, all of Myrtle Beach; one grandson, Vincent Minnamon of Myrtle Beach; one granddaughter, Shana Mayfield and her husband, Jeremy of Mooresville, N.C.
Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday from Ocean Woods Cemetery in Myrtle Beach…. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Wednesday at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel.
Memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society … or to American Diabetes Association….
Photo from Ocean Woods Memorial Cemetery, Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Cadmus
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Marvin E. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 19 August 1928, last residence Myrtle Beach, Horry Co.
See the obituaries of his father, Joe Alford; and sisters Annie Alford Byrd and Minnie Alford Roberts in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother William Alfred Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
1930 CENSUS
Galivants Ferry (District 18), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #119:
Joe Alford head 39 SC SC SC farmer
age 21 at 1st marriage
Daney wife 34 SC SC SC age 16 at 1st marriage
Annie dau 17 SC SC SC
Minnie dau 14 SC SC SC
Alfred son 10 SC SC SC
Gracie dau 6 SC SC SC
Marvin son 1-6/12 SC SC SC
1940 CENSUS
Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #383
Dannie Alford head 46 SC widow
Alfred son 20 SC
Marvin son 11 SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Marvin E. 1928 SC1, Joe 1892 SC2, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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MARVIN WHEATLEY ALFORD, JR.
BEAUFORT GAZETTE
Beaufort, Beaufort Co., SC—Thursday, 24 November 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
RIDGELAND [Jasper Co.]—Marvin Wheatley Alford Jr., 24, son of Marvin Wheatley Alford and Sheryl Dickson Rahmagi, died Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2005, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Jasper County.
Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Anderson Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Victory Baptist Church, with burial in Beaufort Memorial Gardens.
Mr. Alford was born Oct. 10, 1981, in Beaufort.
He attended Beaufort Christian School and belonged to Victory Baptist Church. He was employed by AAA Cooling and Heating.
Survivors include his parents of Beaufort; his step-mother, Lori Alford, of Beaufort; three brothers, Logan and Alex Alford, both of Beaufort, and Daniel Craig Alford of Jacksonville, Fla.; three sisters, Jacqueline and Ashley Alford, both of Beaufort, and Roslyn Rahmagi of Jacksonville, Fla.; maternal grandparents JoAnne Dickson of Beaufort and Daniel Dickson of Albany, Ga.; and paternal grandparents Willie and Dot Alford, both of Ridgeland.
Anderson Funeral Home is in charge.
In another article:
SAVANNAH MORNING NEWS
Savannah, Chatham Co., GA—Wednesday, 23 November 2005
A 24-year-old Beaufort man died Tuesday night after he was thrown from his vehicle, Jasper County Coroner Martin Sauls said.
Marvin W. Alford died while driving on Snake Road in Jasper County. He apparently lost control of his vehicle and hit a tree, Sauls said. The wreck occurred shortly before 6:20 p.m.
Alford was not wearing a seatbelt and was thrown from the vehicle, which then rolled over on top of him, Sauls said.
Additional information about the wreck was not available Tuesday night from the S.C. Highway Patrol, which was investigating the wreck.
Photo from Beaufort Memorial Gardens, Beaufort, Beaufort Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Candace Pethe
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Marvin Wheatley Alford (SS# issued in FL) was born 10 Oct 1981, last residence SC.
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MARY ALFORD HATCHELL COLE
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 25 November 1967
Mrs. Mary H. Cole, 87, of 1326 Waverly Ave., Florence, died Friday night [November 24] in a Florence hospital after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday in First Free Will Baptist Church. Belk-King Funeral Home of Darlington is in charge.
Mrs. Cole was born in Marion County, a daughter of the late Ned and Rebecca Whaley Alford. She was a member of First Free Will Baptist Church.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Roxie Campbell of Darlington and Mrs. Golda Oliver of Rockingham; a step-daughter, Mrs. Allie Roberts of Rockingham; a son, L.D. Hatcher of Rockingham; a step-son, Sam Hatcher of Dillon; two sisters, Mrs. Essie Hyman and Mrs Sue Jones, both of Florence; a brother, Daniel Alford of Lumberton, N.C.; 39 grandchildren; and a number of great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents William Edward “Ned” Alford and Rebecca Whaley Alford; and siblings Edward Deloney Alford, Essie Alford Hyman, Minnie Viola Alford Coleman, Susan Alford Jones, Wardie Bishop Alford Sr., and William Henry Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Daniel Manuel Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Mary 1880 SC1, William Edward 1850 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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MARY ALFORD SWANER
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—27 December 2009
Mary Alford Swaner, age 80, died Monday December 21, 2009 at her residence in Hamer. She was a dedicated member of St. Louis Catholic Church in Dillon, where she served as a Eucharistic Minister (Communion). She attended the Bible Study Group, was part of the Altar Society, Women’s Club and sang in the choir.
Funeral Mass will be held December 28, 2009 at 12 noon at McCoy’s Chapel UMC in Little Rock…. House of Thomas Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
In another article:
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ December 2009
Mary Swaner, the daughter of the late James and Mary Alford was born in Dillon South Carolina on October 20, 1929. She died Monday December 21, 2009 at Her residence in Hamer.
Mary was united in Holy Matrimony to Walter Swaner on July 28, 1957 sharing 52 years of love.
She was a dedicated member of St. Louis Catholic Church, Dillon, SC where she served as a Eucharistic Minister (Communion); she attended the Bible Study Group, she was part of the Altar Society, Women’s Club and sang on the choir.
Funeral Mass will be held Monday December 28, 2009 at 12 noon at McCoy’s Chapel UMC in Little Rock, SC….
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AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary Swaner (SS# issued in NY) was born 20 Oct 1929, last residence Hamer, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituary of her mother, Mary E. Wright Alford, in this compilation.
Her husband, Walter Clayton Swaner, died on the same day.
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MARY ALFORD WESTON
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 21 July 2008
COLUMBIA—Funeral service for Mary Alford Weston of 11 Brookfield Heights Court will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at St. Matthews Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery…. The family has entrusted J.P. Holley Funeral Home with final arrangements.
Mrs. Weston died Wednesday, July 16, 2008. Born in Hopkins, SC, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Cora Mae Taylor Alford. She was a member of St. John Baptist Church, Columbia, and was a watch-care member of St. Matthews Baptist Church. She was employed with the State Department of Education before retiring from the State Department of School Transportation.
She is lovingly survived by her husband, John A. Weston; son, Reginald (Michelle) Weston; daughter, Anita Michelle Weston; sister, Julia (Robert) Miles; brothers, Richard (Suzie) Alford, Jr., Charlie (Galena) Alford, Robert (Jackie) Alford, Willie Lee Alford; ten grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her mother, Cora Mae Taylor Alford, in this compilation.
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MARY ALFORD WHITE
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 30 December 2017
N. CHARLESTON—The relatives and friends of Mrs. Mary Alford White; those of her sons and daughters, Sharon, Charles, Stephen and Rona White; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; godchildren and all others are invited to attend her Home Going Service on Monday, January 8, 2018, 12 noon at St. Andrew Episcopal Church, 2257 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC. Friends may call Fielding Home For Funerals, 722-3348 or 1-800-290-5954…. Interment: Live Oak Memorial Gardens….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
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MARY ANN ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 10 January 1929
Miss Mary Ann Alford, 91, died December 21, 1928, at 4 o’clock of pneumonia, following an attack of influenza. Interment was made at the Alford Cemetery Saturday afternoon….
Miss Alford was born August 12, 1837, in Dillon (then Marion) county. She was a daughter of James L. and Sallie McPhaul Alford and the last living member of a family of twelve children. She was a life-long member of the Reedy Creek Presbyterian church and possessed a cheerful, happy disposition and until a few days before her death was keenly interested in all affairs pertaining to her loved ones. She was born, reared and died at the old ancestral home at Selkirk.
Miss Alford leaves a large circle of nieces and nephews to mourn her loss, to whom “Aunt Maize” was very dear. She was the type of woman who leaves the world better for having lived in it.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her brothers Daniel Warren Alford and James Frierson Alford Sr. in this compilation.
From SC Deaths: Mary Ann Alford’s death certificate confirms her birth and death dates. She died in Bethea, Dillon Co., and was single, the daughter of James L. Alford and Sallie McPhaul, both born in NC.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Mary Ann 1837 SC1, James Little 1811 NC2, Warren 1770 NC3, Jacob 1738 VA4, Lodwick 1710 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA7.
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MARY ANN ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ June 2009
Mary Alford of Dillon died Thursday May 4, at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence.
Funeral will be held Sunday June 14, 2009, 2 PM at Hazy Grove Baptist Church in Hamer with Rev. Larry McCallum, Pastor and burial will follow in Resthaven Cemetery in Floydale.
The family is receiving 1011 Pine St, Dillon.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary Ann Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 2 Feb 1925, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
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MARY ANNE HALFORD LEE
AUGUSTA CHRONICLE
Augusta, GA—Tuesday, 22 January 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
BARNWELL, SC—Mrs. Mary Anne Halford Lee, 89, widow of L.C. Lee, died Monday [21 January 2002] in the Barnwell County Hospital. Funeral services were held on Tuesday in the Mole Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the Barnwell County Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Lee was a retired bookkeeper with the Barnwell People Sentinel newspaper and a member of Long Branch Baptist Church.
Survivors include a son, and daughter-in-law, Herbert and Judy Lee of Barnwell, one sister, Maude Bonds of Barnwell, granddaughters, Penny Weber of Sumter, South Carolina, Vanessa Baxley and Bobbie Epperson of Barnwell, and thirteen great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary A. Lee (SS# issued in SC) was born 3 June 1912, last residence Edgefield, Edgefield Co.
See the obituary of her brother Sam Bethune Halford in this compilation.
Mary and Sam’s father, Samuel J. Halford, has not been located on any census with a parent. He is with his uncle Washington Halford in 1900, but he hasn’t been found any any earlier census. Washington Halford was the son of William Richard Halford Sr. The most likely brother to be the father of Samuel J. Halford is William Richard Halford Jr., who died shortly after Samuel’s birth. By 1870, 2 other sons of William Richard were living with their grandmother, William Richard’s widow, listed as orphans.
1920 CENSUS
Barnwell (District 50), Barnwell Co., SC, Dwelling #118:
S.J. Halford head 53 SC SC SC farmer
Mary M. wife 43 SC SC SC
Sam Bethune son 10 SC SC SC
Ina Blanche adopted dau 10 SC SC SC
Mary Ann dau 7 SC SC SC
Maude Eunice dau 5 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Le Gette (District 103), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #164:
Samuel J. Halford head 44 SC SC SC farmer
1st marriage 1 year
Mary M. wife 34 SC SC SC 1 child, 1 living
A. Bethune son 8/12 SC SC SC
J. Washington nephew 25 SC SC SC
Hallie C. Williams aunt 68 SC SC SC widow
Nettie B. Moore cousin 19 SC SC SC
Della B. Moore cousin 16 SC SC SC
Alfred Aldrich boarder 65 SC SC SC widower
1900 CENSUS
Barnwell (District 12), Barnwell Co., SC, Dwelling #97:
Washington Halford head 66 b. June 1833 SC SC SC married 33 years
farmer
Barbra wife 64 b. unknown SC SC SC 8 children, 3 living
Mary dau 24 b. Dec 1874 SC SC SC
Inez dau 18 b. Dec 1881 SC SC SC
Nettie Moore granddau 10 b. Sept 1889 SC SC SC
Beatrice Moore granddau 6 b. Nov 1893 SC SC SC
Sammie Halford nephew 35 b. Jan 1864 SC SC SC logman at saw mill
Samuel has not been located on earlier censuses. See earlier censuses for this family with the obituary of Fannie Mae Halford Fox Miles.
His HALFORD lineage: Mary Anne 1912 SC1, Samuel J. 1864 SC2, William Richard 1832 SC3, William Richard 1796 SC4, Achillis 1754 VA5.
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MARY LOUISE CARINES HALFORD
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Wednesday, 22 October 1997
Mary Carines Halford, 66, of 170 Arcadia St. died Oct. 20, 1997, in Spartanburg Regional Medical Center.
A native of Spartanburg County she was the daughter of the late Harley O. and Mattie Cody Carines. She was retired from Mary Black Memorial Hospital. She was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include her husband, Johnny L. Halford; two daughters, Ann Halford Bell of Spartanburg and Patricia Halford of the home; two sons, David Halford and Steve Halford of Spartanburg; three brothers, Harley Carines Jr., Charles Carines and Fred Carines of Spartanburg; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. today at Floyd’s North Church Street Chapel…. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary L. Halford (SS# issued in SC) was born 30 March 1931, last residence Una, Spartanburg Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Johnny Lain Halford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and daughter Patricia Ann Halford in this compilation.
From SSACI: Mary Louise Halford was born 30 March 1931, daughter of Otho H. Cariens and Mattie Cody. She died 20 Oct 1997.
Mary’s father is Otha Harlie Cariens (1897–1974) on his gravestone, but his son is Harlie Otho Carines Jr. (1928–2002) on his gravestone.
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MARY CAROLYN CHANDLER THAXTON ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 6 January 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
HEMINGWAY [Williamsburg Co.]—Services for the Rev. Mary Carolyn Alford will be held at 3 p.m. today at Graham Funeral Home Chapel with burial in the Garden of Devotion Cemetery.
Mrs. Alford died January 3, 2002. Born in Oxford, N.C., she was a daughter of Emma E. Oliver and the late Clifton H. Chandler Sr. She was a minister of the pentecostal holiness faith.
Surviving are sons, Kim and James Thaxton; daughters, Mary E. Dennis, Angela Fowler; brothers, Clifton Jr. and Thomas Chandler; four sisters; 14 grandchildren; one great-grandchild.
In another article:
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 5 January 2002
Alford, Mary Carolyn, 59, of Hemingway, a minister of the Pentecostal Holiness faith and widow of Armoston M. Alford, died Thursday. Arrangements by Graham Funeral Home of Georgetown.
Photos from Garden of Devotion Cemetery, Johnsonville, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Remember me
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary C. Alford (SS# issued in MD) was born 13 Aug 1942, last residence Hemingway, Williamsburg Co.
Her husband is listed in SSDI records as Armeston M. Alford, born 28 Apr 1934 and died 18 June 1991, last residence Hemingway, Williamsburg Co., SC.
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MARY E. WRIGHT ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 20 November 1975
Services for Mrs. Mary E. Alford, who died suddenly Saturday morning [November 15] at a local hospital, will be held at 2:00 o’clock Friday afternoon in McCoy Chapel Methodist Church. Interment will be in Pine Hill Cemetery by the Mutual Funeral Home.
Born in Marlboro County, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Dolphus Wright. She was a graduate of Allen University and taught school in Dillon County for many years.
She was active in church affairs where she was a Sunday School teacher, a class leader, secretary of the women’s club, and past secretary of Jappa Chapter 25, Order of Eastern Star.
Survivors include five daughters: Miss Blanche Alford, Mrs. Emma Smith, Mrs. Mary Swaner, Mrs. Elizabeth Stackhouse, all of Brooklyn, NY; two sons, Chief Petty Officer James Alford, San Diego, Calif.; and Melvin Alford, Brooklyn; one sister, Mrs. Nina Nelson, Philadelphia, Pa.; 12 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; seven nieces and nephews.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 4 may 1896 and died _____ Nov 1975, last residence Little Rock, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituary of her daughter Mary Alford Swaner in this compilation.
Pine Hill AME Church Cemetery in Dillon Co. traditionally serves the African-American community.
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MARY ELIZABETH CAMPBELL ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 2 August 1934
Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Campbell Alford, 77, wife of the late Benjamin Ansel Alford, passed away at her home in the Floydale section at 6:30 Saturday afternoon [July 28]. Mrs. Alford had been an invalid for ten years, but her illness became more serious a month ago. She was a life-long member of the Presbyterian church and was a lovely Christian woman. Her long illness was borne with patience, and her passing is mourned not only by her family but by numerous friends throughout the community.
Mrs. Alford was the daughter of Alexander and Catherine Buie Campbell and was born and reared at the home place of her parents and grandparents at Campbell’s Bridge.
Funeral services were held at the late residence Sunday afternoon at 4:30….
The pallbearers were George Robert Alford, L.C. McLean, Ben Stackhouse, Harvey Floyd, Hugh McCormac, and Gene Stafford.
Interment was in Riverside cemetery, and a large concourse of relatives and friends assembled to pay a last tribute. There were many beautiful floral offerings.
Surviving are five children: Mrs. Marvin M. Stackhouse [Annie Lee Alford] and Mrs. W.M. McLean [Viola Alford], Dillon; Mrs. S.O. Wiggins, Winnsboro; J.C. and W.B. Alford, Floydale.
Photos from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her children Annie Lee Alford Stackhouse, James Cousar Alford, Viola Alford McLean, and William Benjamin Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her husband’s lineage: Benjamin Ancel 1852 SC1, Benjamin Lee 1809 NC2, Elias 1779 NC3, Jacob 1738 VA4, Lodwick 1710 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA7.
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MARY ETTA PILGRIM MCCLAIN RICHEY ALFORD
BELTON AND HONEA PATH NEWS-CHRONICLE
Belton, Anderson Co., SC—Friday, 9 December 2016
BELTON—Mary Etta Pilgrim Alford, 81, wife of William “Bill” Alford, passed away on Nov. 30, 2016, three days after her birthday.
She was twice married, first to the late George Lewis Richey.
Born in Flat Rock on Nov. 27, 1935, she was a daughter of the late William and Etta Massey Pilgrim. Retired from Meals on Wheels, she was formerly employed with Bobbie Dan Manufacturing.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by daughter, Vicki L. Marler (Todd) of Belton; sister, Shelby Jean Timms of Starr; grandchildren, Mandy Edens (Bo) and Alisha Hewlett (Matt); great-grandchildren, Erin Hudson, Hannah Edens, Kodie and Kaitlyn Cantrell.
A graveside service was held Dec. 2 at Forest Lawn Memorial Park….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
From SC Marriages: Mary Etta Pilgrim, age 18, married Bobby Lee McClain on 20 Sept 1954 in Anderson, Anderson Co., SC.
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MARY FRANCES “FANNIE” ALFORD WEATHERLY
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 1 July 1960
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Mrs. Thaddeus Weather [sic], 88, died Thursday morning [June 30].
Funeral services will be held at the home Friday at 5 p.m. Burial will be in Alford Cemetery in Dillon....
Mrs. Weather is survived by: five daughters, Annie and Bessie of the home, Mrs. Isla W. Sutherland of Charleston, Mrs. Myrtie W. Carmichael of Dillon and Mrs. Grace W. Adams of Columbia, three sons, Jim and Thad of Dillon and Daniel Mac of Latta; two sisters, Mrs. Nora Atkinson of Clio and Mrs. Flora Larkins of Laurinburg, N.C., and a brother, Dan Alford of Clio.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her siblings Daniel Alexander Alford, Graham Brown Alford, Nora Alford Atkinson, and Harriett Alford Smith in this compilation.
1900 CENSUS
Harleesville (District 72), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #366:
Thad Weatherly head 39 b. Feb 1861 SC SC SC married 7 years farmer
Annie wife 27 b. May 1873 SC SC SC 3 children, 3 living
Annie dau 5 b. July 1894 SC SC SC
Isla dau 4 b. Feb 1896 SC SC SC
Danl. McK. son 1 b. Dec 1898 SC SC SC
Nora Alford sister-in-law 23 b. June 1876 SC SC SC
Buried next to each other in the Alford Cemetery in Dillon Co., SC:
Emily D. Weatherly....7 Feb 1908 - 20 Sept 1998
Daniel M. Weatherly....27 Dec 1898 - 7 Nov 1982
Marrie Emily Amenda Dantzler...24 dec 1939
Bessie Weatherly....16 sept 1905 - 18 sept 1994
Daughter of Fannie Alford & Thad Weatherly Sr.
Annie J. Weatherly....19 Jul 1894 - 21 Aug 1972
Daughter of Fannie Alford & Thad Weatherly Sr.
James Wellington Weatherly....31 Oct 1909 - 21 Mar 1963
Son of Fannie Alford & Thad Weatherly Sr.
Infant son of Thaddeus & M.F. Weatherly....1908
Mary Frances Alford Weatherly....18 Jul 1872 - 30 Jun 1960
Married Thaddeus Weatherly....25 May 1893
Thaddeus Weatherly....9 Feb 1858 - 2 Oct 1928
John L. Weatherly....10 Dec 1853 - 22 Mar 1937
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Mary Frances 1873 SC1, James Wellington 1842 SC2, Benjamin Lee 1808 NC3, Elias 1779 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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MARY GORDON ALFORD BOWERS
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Saturday, 22 August 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 1999
EDGEMOOR [Chester Co., SC]—Mary Gordon Alford Bowers, 75, of 1944 Chestnut Lane, died Wednesday, August 19, 1998 at her residence.
Funeral services will be private.
Survivors include five sons, Johnny E. Alford of Sumter, SC, Lee S. Alford of York, SC, William David Alford and Robert Alford, both of Rock Hill, Thomas H. Alford of Chester, SC; one daughter, Donna A. Carpenter of Gulf Shores, AL; 14 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
Cauthen Funeral Home is serving the Bowers Family.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary A. Bowers (SS# issued in SC) was born 14 Nov 1922, last residence Sumter, Sumter Co., SC.
See the obituary of her son Thomas Harrison Alford in this compilation.
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MARY GRACE ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 22 May 1956
DILLON, May 21 (Special)—Miss Mary Grace Alford, 94, died Monday afternoon [May 21] at the ancestral home in upper Dillon county after a months serious illness.
A daughter of the late William McDonald and Sarah Elizabeth McLean Alford of Maxton, N.C., she was born and lived practically her entire life the “The Cedars.”
Miss Alford was educated at Young’s Female College, Thomasville, Ga. She was an artist having spent some time in Europe in the early part of this century. Her interests included all phases of fine arts; she accomplished works of her own designs and the ancestral home is itself quite a gallery that has attracted attention from many sections.
Miss Alford was also a pioneer in the culinary arts.
“Miss Grace” as she was affectionately known, was the oldest member of the Dillon Presbyterian Church.
She is survived by three sisters of the home, Mrs. Thomas G. McLeod, Miss Annie and Miss Douschka Alford.
Funeral services will be held at Alford Cemetery Tuesday at 5 p.m....
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her parents, William McDonald Alford and Sarah Elizabeth McLean Alford; and siblings Annie Nash Alford, Douschka Marion Alford, Elizabeth Alford McLeod, Ella McDonald Alford, Julia Henrietta Alford, McPherson McLean Alford, Edwin Plummer Alford, Robert Lee Alford, and William Baskin Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Mary Grace 1861 SC1, William McDonald 1827 SC2, Neill Little 1799 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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MARY JEAN ALFORD
PLAIN DEALER
Wabash, Wabash Co., IN—Saturday, 1 May 2004
Mary J. Alford, 80, Greenwood [Greenwood Co.], S.C., formerly of North Manchester, died April 30, 2004.
Services are 10 a.m. Monday at I.O.O.F. Cemetery, LaFontaine [Wabash Co., IN].
Arrangement are by DeLaughter-McKee Mortuary, North Manchester Chapel.
Photo from La Fontaine IOOF Cemetery, La Fontaine, Wabash Co., IN—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, “v f”
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary J. Alford (SS# issued in IN) was born 25 May 1923.
We included the obituary of her husband, Harold William Alford, in Indiana Obituaries.
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MARY JANE ALFORD MITCHELL
Jack Buford Mitchell and Mary Jane Alford Mitchell
Posted to Jack’s Find A Grave memorial by Katherine Willis
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Thursday, 10 January 1991
ROCK HILL [York Co. SC]—Mrs. Mary Alford Mitchell, 76, of 2101 Mount Gallant Rd. died Jan. 9, 1991, at Mercy Hospital in Charlotte. Funeral is 2 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he was a member…. Burial will be in Forest Hills Cemetery. Visitation is 7 to 9 tonight at Greene Funeral Home….
A native of Loris, Mrs. Mitchell was the widow of Jack Mitchell Sr. She was the owner of Mitchell’s Grocery and was a retired employee of J.P. Stevens Co.
Survivors are her sons, Jack Mitchell, Clifford Mitchell, Charles Mitchell; daughter, Mrs. Katherine Kay of Nashville, Tenn.; brother, Lorenzo Alford of Mount Holly, N.C.; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild.
Photo from Forest Hills Cemetery, Rock Hill, York Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Rick and Kathy Wright
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary A. Mitchell (SS# issued in NC) was born 13 May 1915, last residence Rock Hill, York Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her siblings Levy Simpson Alford, Lorenzo Burt Alford, Mamie Alford Bankhead, Rachel Holland; and paternal grandfather, Levi Solomon Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Mary Jane 1915 NC1, Levi Simpson 1879 SC2, Levi Solomon 1841 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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MARY JANE MCLEAN ROBINSON ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 21 January 1997
LORIS [Horry Co.]—Mary Jane Alford, 46, died Sunday, Jan. 19, 1997, at home.
Born Feb. 7, 1950, in Lumberton, N.C., she was a daughter of the late Gracie McLean.
She attended school in Horry County and was a member of St. Stephen’s AME Church, where she was president of the ensemble choir and usher board member.
Survivors include her husband, Joshua Alford; two sons, Dan Otis Robinson of Columbia, and Joshua A. Alford of Loris; a daughter, Jacqueline Alford of Loris; two sisters, Armatha Davis of Kinston, N.C., and Sarah Taylor of Lumberton, N.C.; three brothers, Lee McLean and William McLean, both of Lumberton; and four grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 3-8:30 p.m. today at Legette-Troy Funeral Home of Loris. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Stephen’s AME Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Mary Alford (SS# issued in SC).
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MARY JEANNETTE ALFORD KIRTON CANNON
Half-sister of Gladys Alford Everhardt, AAFA #0273
Photo from Graham Funeral Home
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 24 January 2014
Mary Jeannette Kirton Cannon, widow of Calvin Carnell Cannon, Sr., the chosen daughter of the late Olin David and Leita Sedgwick Kirton, of Lane, SC, died January 19, 2014 at her home.
Jeannette was born on February 13, 1929, in Mullins, SC, to the late Cornie Mae Willoughby Israel and William Gordon Alford and was given up for adoption. She found her biological family in 1984.
A 1946 graduate of Kingstree High School, she and her husband were married for almost 56 years. Jeannette was a member of Friendfield Presbyterian Church, where she was very active, the Woodmen of the World, a Cub Scout Den Mother in the 1950’s and 60’s, as well as the operator of a nursery in the 1970’s and 80’s until her health forced her to close it. Her hobbies were reading, crocheting, cross stitch, scrapbooking, quilting, and tending to her flowers.
Survivors include two sons, Calvin C. Cannon, Jr. (Sarah) of Spartanburg, SC and Gerald Cannon (LuAnn) of Georgetown, SC; one daughter, Dianne C. Pope (Kenny) of Georgetown, SC, seven grandchildren, Jeannette E. “Lisa” Dillard (Christopher), Susan L. Crisafulli (Nicolas), Richard L. Pope (Stacy), Kenneth W. Pope, Jr. (Stacey), Kristi P. Benton (Gregory), Leslie C. Shumard (Jamey), and Mary C. Walker (Luke), fifteen great grandchildren; a sister, Phoebe K. Roquemore; two half sisters, Bernice A. Summerlin and Juanice A. Terry; three half brothers, Malcolm Alford, Lonzo Israel, and J.E. Israel, and a number of nieces and nephews.
She was pre-deceased by her parents; husband; four half sisters, Irene I. Cook, Esther I. Hiers, Gladys A. Everhardt, and Grace A. Herring; and two half brothers, Leo Israel and Carly Alford.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 PM Thursday, January 23, 2014 at Friendfield Presbyterian Church. Burial will follow in Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Wednesday at Graham Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Friendfield Presbyterian Church. P.O. Box 431, Georgetown SC 29442. Graham Funeral Home of Georgetown is in charge of the arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Jeannette K. Cannon (SS# issued in SC), last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of her father William Gordon Alford; and half-siblings John Carlie Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her half-sister Gladys Alford Everhardt in Georgia Obituaries.
Mary’s mother Cornie Mae Willoughby, was the sister of Reba Willoughby, wife of her father, William Gordon Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her birth lineage: Mary Jeannette 1929 SC1, William Gordon 1899 SC2, Joseph Preston 1877 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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MARY L. ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 1 April 2010
Mary Alford, of Dillon, died Tuesday [March 30]. Friends may call at 1406 Lincoln St., Dillon. Plans will be announced by Bartell Funeral Home.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 18 Sept 1929, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
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MARY LEE ALFORD REGISTER
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—2 July 2012
MULLINS—Mary Lee Register, 85, died Saturday, June 30, 2012, in a Mullins health care center after an extended illness. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 3, 2012, in Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Florence Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, at the church.
She was born in Horry County, SC, a daughter of the late Owen G. and Addie Jane Rouse Alford. She graduated from Aynor High School and was a secretary with Statesville Flour Mill. Mrs. Register was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and the Faith Sunday School Class. She helped with the Homebound Ministry of the church and was a member of the church choir.
She was predeceased by her husband, Eugene Tillman Register; and a sister, Beth Brown.
Survivors include a daughter, Pam Hall of Bennettsville; a son, Phil Register of Darlington; four sisters, Ruth Collins of Loris, SC, Addie Mae (Carl) Best of Mullins, SC, Rachel (Dwight) Mishoe of Myrtle Beach, SC, and Bertie (James) Butler of Aynor, SC; two brothers, William (Lenora) Alford of Summerville, SC, and Paul (Faye) Alford of Aynor; and five grandchildren.
Photo from Florence Memorial Gardens, Florence, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Anonymous
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Owen Gurley Alford and Addie Jane Rouse Alford; and siblings Addie Mae Alford Best, Bertie Alford Johnson Williams Butler, Bethany Lou Alford Brown, and John William Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Mary Lee 1926 SC1, Owen Gurley 1898 SC2, John M. 1859 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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MARY “LIZZIE BELL” LARRIMORE ALFORD
Photo from Watson Funeral Services
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 27 April 2016
BRITTON’S NECK—Mary “Lizzie Bell” Alford, 91, died Monday, April 25, 2016 at McLeod Hospital.
She was born August 29, 1924 in Marion County, a daughter of the late Ervin and Mary Poston Larrimore.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Ned Alford; two brothers, Grant and Bill Larrimore; one sister, Nita Shumpert.
Lizzie Bell worked for the Marion County School District for many years, serving the children in the lunch room. She enjoyed going to church, serving the Lord and in her spare time gardening. Lizzie Bell will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to all, who always put others before herself.
Mrs. Alford is survived by five daughters, Christine Capps of Galivants Ferry, Roberta Richardson of Britton’s Neck, Virginia Jones (Edward) of Conway, Pearline Singleton (Buddy) of Britton’s Neck and Margaret Owens of Georgetown; one brother, Early Larrimore (Myrtis) of Britton’s Neck; three sisters, Annie Mae Cook of Mullins, Lucille Cooper of Conway and Cora Lee Johnson of Conway; seven grandchildren, Ricky Roberts (Jan), Brenda Roberts, Sandy Roberts, Ann Player (Rubin), Robbie Richardson (Ellen), Amy McDonald (Shane) and John Owens Jr.; six great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends at Watson Funeral Services Wednesday, April 27, 2016 from 6pm until 8pm. Funeral Services will be held 3pm Thursday, April 28, 2016 at Piney Grove Baptist Church….
Burial will follow at Old Neck Cemetery….
Photo from Old Neck Cemetery, Brittons Neck, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, John Richardson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s lineage: Ned 1917 SC1, John Oliver 1886 SC2, John Robeson 1852 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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MARY LOUISE ALFORD QUARLES ENGLISH
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 18 September 1990
Name: Mary Louise English
Parents: George Wesley and Sarah Elizabeth Morris Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 86
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Friday [September 14]
Place of Burial: Riverside Cemetery
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary A. English (SS# issued in SC) was born 13 Aug 1908, conflicting with her gravestone, and died 14 Sept 1990, last residence Johnsonville, Florence Co., SC.
Possibly:
1920 CENSUS
Manning (District 32), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #578:
George W. Alford head 45 SC SC SC widowed farmer
Louise dau 15 SC SC SC
Allen son 8 SC SC SC
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MARY LOVE ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 5 October 1933
Miss Mary Love Alford passed away at her home in the Reedy Creek section of the county on Thursday morning [September 28] after an illness of a week’s duration. Miss Alford was the eldest daughter of Mrs. Rena Currie Alford and the late Manton Alford and was a much beloved Christian woman.
Funeral services and interment were held at the Alford cemetery at 5 o’clock Friday afternoon….
The pallbearers were Tommy McSwain, LaVal Osteen, John Hugh McCormac, James McCormac, Thad and Daniel Mac Weatherly, J.T. Proctor and Chip Hamer.
Surviving are her mother, three sisters, Misses Totchie Alford of Charlotte, and Misses Margaret and Juliet of Reedy Creek, and five brothers, Bailey, James L., and Earle of Reedy Creek, Dr. Duncan Alford of Spartanburg, and Manton Alford of Laurinburg, N.C.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: AAFA records show that Mary Love Alford was born _____ May 1896 in SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Manton Alford and Lorena Curry Alford; and siblings Duncan Curry Alford, Earl Richards Alford Sr., James Little Alford, Juliaette Alford, Manton Clisby Alford, Margaret Alford Brandis, and Tochie Patricia Alford in this compilation.
From SC Deaths: Mary Love Alford’s death certificate confirms her date of death in Latta, Dillon Co., SC, and lists her birth date as 1896 in Climax, GA, daughter of Manton Alford and Rena Currie. She died of chronic nephritis with hypertension, contributed by “marked obesity, wgt 325 lbs.”
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Mary Love 1896 SC1, Manton 1854 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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MARY MAGDALINE ALFORD POSTON
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 9 December 1944
GEORGETOWN, Dec. 8—Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Alford Poston, wife of A.R. Poston, of Georgetown county, will be conducted from her residence Saturday afternoon at 3 o’clock…. Burial will be in the Wiggens family cemetery near her home.
Mrs. Poston died at her home early this morning after an illness of more than two years. She had been seriously ill for about seven weeks.
She was born in Georgetown county October 30, 1871, a daughter of Bryant Alford and Mrs. Julia Wiggens Alford.
Surviving, besides her husband, are two children, B.H. Poston and Mrs. Idell Buskirk, all of Georgetown.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her brother William Capers Alford in this compilation.
Her middle name is from the obituary of her husband, Anguish Redrick Poston, 1872–1949.
Her lineage: Mary Magdaline 1871 SC1, Bryant W. 1842 SC2.
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MARY MCPHAUL ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 11 April 1973
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Miss Mary Mac Alford, 84, died Tuesday [April 10] at her residence after a short illness.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 4 p.m. at Carolina Presbyterian Church.... Burial will be in the church cemetery, directed by Cottingham Funeral Home.
Miss Alford was born in Dillon county, a daughter of the late Malcolm and Sara Margaret McPhaul Alford. She was a member of Carolina Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are a number of nieces and nephews.
Photo from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 14 March 1889. AAFA records say Mary McPhaul Alford was born 14 March 1891.
See the obituary of her sister Daisy Alford McKenzie in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Clarence David Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
1920 CENSUS
Alfordsville (District 117), Robeson Co., NC, Page 11A:
Sallie Alford head 62 SC SC SC [Clarence’s mother]
Mary Mack dau 27 SC SC SC [Clarence’s sister]
Next door is the family of Mary’s brother Clarence.
1910 CENSUS
Manning (District 67), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #35:
Sarah M. Alford head 53 SC SC SC widow 3 children, 3 living
# of years married: 30
Daisy dau 23 SC SC SC dressmaker
Mary Mac dau 21 SC SC SC dressmaker
William T. bro-in-law 62 SC SC SC farmer
1900 CENSUS
Harleesville (District 71), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #124:
William Alford head 52 b. May 1848 SC SC SC single farmer
[Malcolm’s brother]
Sallie sister-in-law 43 b. Mar 1857 SC SC SC m. 22 years
3 children, 3 living
Clarence nephew 19 b. Mar 1881 SC SC SC
Ettie niece 17 b. Aug 1882 SC SC SC
Mary niece 9 b. Mar 1891 SC SC SC
Buried next to each other in the Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery list:
William T. Alford 6/5/1848-11/26/1913
M.E. Alford [Malcolm] 10/23/1846-5/14/1892
Sarah Margaret McPhaul, wife of Malcolm E.Alford 2/16/1857-3/19/1928
Mary McPhaul Alford, 3/14/1889-4/10/1973
daughter of Malcolm E.& Sarah M.Alford
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Mary 1889 SC1, Malcolm E. 1846 SC2, Benjamin Lee 1809 NC3, Elias 1779 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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MARY MAGGIE ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 5 July 1970
HAMER [Dillon Co.]—Mrs. Mary Maggie Alford, 95, of Rt. 1, died Saturday [July 4] morning at her home after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Magnolia AME Church in Dillon County.... Burial will be in the church cemetery directed by Green Funeral Home of Dillon.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Sarah Austin of Norfolk, Va.; three sons, Dunk Alford of Hamer, Willie Alford of Hamer, and Johnny Alford of Dillon; and nine grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mary Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 June 1875 and died _____ July 1970, last residence Hamer, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her sons Duncan E. Alford and Willie James Alford in this compilation.
Her husband’s lineage: Isaac 1865 SC12, Nelson 1855 SC2.
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MARY VIRGINIA HALFORD COLLINS
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 29 June 1998
Published in AAFA ACTION, Winter 1999
LUGOFF [Kershaw Co.]—Services for Virginia Halford Collins, 72, will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Lugoff First Baptist Church, with burial in the church cemetery.... The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Kornegay Funeral Home, Lugoff-Elgin Chapel....
Mrs. Collins died Sunday, June 28, 1998, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Batesburg [Lexington Co.], she was a daughter of James D. and Mary Jaudon Halford. She graduated from Columbia College with a B.A. in English and received her masters degree in elementary education from U.S.C. Mrs. Collins taught school in Florence and Kershaw counties and was a second grade teacher at Lugoff Elementary School for 21 years. She was a member of Lugoff First Baptist Church where she taught Children’s Sunday School for 28 years.
Surviving are daughters and sons-in-law, Marti and Joe Stevens of Greenville, Caroline and David Williams of Charlotte and Libby and Bob Martin of Lugoff; seven grandchildren; and brothers, James D. Halford Jr. of Lancaster, Pa., Robert Y. Halford of Atlanta, Jack T. Halford of Marietta, Ga., and Dr. Jake H. Halford of Columbia.
Photos from Lugoff First Baptist Cemetery, Lugoff, Kershaw Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Myra
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Virginia H. Collins (SS# issued in SC) was born 5 March 1926, last residence Lugoff, Kershaw Co., SC.
We included the obituary of her brother James Dorman Halford Jr. in Pennsylvania Obituaries.
On James Dorman Halford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 18, a railroad section hand living in Blackville, Barnwell Co., SC. He doesn’t know his birth date, but the year is written as 1900. His nearest relative is W.O. Halford of the same address. He signed his full name.
1930 CENSUS
Batesburg (District 10), Lexington Co. SC, Dwelling #501:
James J. Halford head 31 SC SC SC RR section foreman
age 24 at 1st marriage
Mary wife 24 SC GA SC age 19 at 1st marriage
James J. son 2-6/12 SC SC SC
Mary V. dau 4-1/12 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Barnwell (District 49), Barnwell Co. SC, Dwelling #150:
W.O. Halford head 68 SC SC SC farmer
Alice wife 57 SC SC SC
Bellenger son 24 SC SC SC
James D. son 20 SC SC SC
Leroy son 16 SC SC SC
Gladis dau 13 SC SC SC
Her HALFORD lineage: Mary Virginia 1926 SC1, James Dorman 1899 SC2, William Owens 1862 SC3, William Richard 1832 SC4, William Richard 1796 SC5, Achillis 1754 VA6.
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MATTIE MAE RICHARDSON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 16 September 1966
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Mrs. Mattie Richardson Alford, 54, wife of Dewey R. Alford of the Homewood section of Horry County, died Thursday [September 15] at a local hospital after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Homewood Baptist Church….
Mrs. Alford was born in Horry County, a daughter of the late Sid and Nannie Carter Richardson. She was a member of Homewood Baptist Church.
Surviving besides the widower, Dewey R. Alford of Conway, are four sons, J. Legrand Alford and Frankie Alford, both of Conway; Thomas Alford and Jimmy Alford, both of Conway; two daughters, Mrs. Virginia Brewer of Augusta, Ga., and Mrs. Ellen Allen of Conway; a brother, Ed Johnson of Myrtle Beach; a sister, Mrs. Grady Hatcher of McColl; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her sons Frankie Reaves Alford, Grover Thomas Alford, Jimmy Dale Alford, and Jimmy Legrand Alford; and her husband’s parents, Samuel Pressley Alford and Ellen Frances Roberts Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her husband’s lineage: Dewey Reaves 1903 SC1, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC2, James T. 1830 SC3, Levi Solomon 1800 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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MAUD WILDER GOODWIN ALFORD
PICKENS SENTINEL
Pickens, Pickens Co., SC—Thursday, 21 September 1922
Central [Pickens Co.] was made sad last Saturday night [September 16] by the news of the death of Mrs. Maud Alford a daughter of Rev. W.S. Goodwin who is pastor of the Methodist church here. Mrs. Alford taught school near here a year ago and made many friends while she was here. She was living in Rock Hill when she died. She died suddenly. Her many friends here mourn her loss.
AAFA NOTES: From SC Deaths: Maud Goodwin Alford was born 30 Sept 1894, daughter of W.S. Goodwin and Josephine Dixon.
Ancestry family trees list her parents as William Smoaks Goodwin and Josephine Rebecca Dixon, and her husband as Samuel Augustus Alford. Their daughter, Mildred Harriett Alford, married (1) William Moore Patrick and (2) Sheldon Arthur Bricker.
Her husband’s lineage, from Ancestry family trees: Samuel Augustus 1881 SC1, Samuel N. 1837 SC2, Henry 1805 NC3, John 1770 NC4, William 1756 NC5, William 1734 VA6.
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MAY BELLE ALFORD ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 16 February 1976
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Mrs. Maybelle A. Alford, 94, widow of James Augustus Alford, died Saturday in a Bennettsville nursing home after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 11 a.m. in the Blanton-Cottingham Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in the Alford Cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born in Dillon County, a daughter of the late Daniel James and Catherine Easterling Alford. She was a member of the Dillon Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Colin A. Hasty of Fayetteville, N.C., and Mrs. Jessie Cottingham of Clio; a number of nieces and nephews....
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Maybelle Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 13 November 1881.
See the obituaries of her husband, James Augustus Alford; parents, Daniel James Alford and Catherine Easterling Alford; and siblings Joseph Grady Alford, John Knox Alford, and Emily C. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Sion Easterling Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Maybelle 1881 SC1, Daniel James 1853 SC2, Paisley 1825 NC3, Sion 1796 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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McKEEVIE ALFORD DUDLEY
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—8 April 1994
Mrs. McKeevie Alford Dudley, 83, retired teacher, died April 7, 1994, at Marlboro Park Hospital. Funeral is 3 p.m. Saturday at Dudley-Drake Cemetery.
Survivors are her son, Thomas Dudley Jr. of Summerville; daughter, Mrs. Carolyn Wallace. Whitner-Evans is in charge.
Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 311 E. Main St., Bennettsville, S.C. 29512; or to Marlboro Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 123, Bennettsville, S.C. 29512.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that McKeevie A. Dudley (SS# issued in SC) was born 13 Oct 1910, last residence Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Henry Monroe Alford and Carrie Bell Tanner Alford; and brothers Preston Blake Alford and James Monroe Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: McKeevie 1910 SC1, Henry Monroe 1888 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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McPHERSON McLEAN ALFORD
[Although he died in NC, we are also including his obituary here because he lived most of his life in and had close ties to SC.]
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 26 September 1912
Mr. McP. McL. Alford, eldest son of the late Capt William Alford, of Selkirk, died suddenly at his home in Maxton [Robeson Co., NC] last Friday night [September 20] shortly after retiring. Mr. Alford and his wife were in Maxton Friday afternoon and upon returning home Mr. Alford ate a hearty supper and appeared to be in excellent spirits. He had a neighbor as his guest for the evening and did not show the slightest sign of illness. Shortly after he retired his wife was attracted by his deep breathing and upon going to his bedside she discovered that he was in extremes. He passed away without regaining consciousness.
Mr. Alford was born near Selkirk and spent the major part of his life on his father’s farm near the place. About ten years ago he moved to Maxton where he engaged in farming on an extensive scale. He was one of the most prominent and prosperous citizens of Maxton and his untimely death is greatly deplored by his legions of friends and business associates.
The funeral was held from Maxton Presbyterian church of which Mr. Alford was a member, and the remains were interred in Eastside cemetery at Maxton Saturday afternoon.
AAFA NOTES: AAFA records show that McPherson McLean Alford was born 14 October 1858.
See the obituaries of his daughter Elizabeth Brockington Alford McMaster; parents, William McDonald Alford and Sarah Elizabeth McLean Alford; and siblings Annie Nash Alford, Douschka Marion Alford, Elizabeth Alford McLeod, Ella McDonald Alford, Julia Henrietta Alford, Mary Grace Alford, Edwin Plummer Alford, Robert Lee Alford, and William Baskin Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his wife, Margaret Alice Brockington Alford, North Carolina Obituaries.
The obituary says he was buried in “Eastside cemetery,” but no cemetery by that name exists in Robeson Co. Oak Grove Cemetery in Maxton, Robeson Co., NC, lists both McPherson and his wife Margaret. McPherson’s gravestone transcription says “10/14/1856–9/20/1912.”
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: McPherson McLean 1858 SC1, William McDonald 1827 SC2, Neill Little 1799 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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MELISSA DAWN ALFORD MOORE
Posted to the Marion Co., SC, RootsWeb Mailing List
_____, SC—_____ October 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
Melissa Dawn Alford Moore, 18, of Lawson Drive, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2001, from injuries suffered in an automobile accident.
She was born in Myrtle Beach, a daughter of William Michael Alford and Sharon Yvonne Lewis Alford.
Survivors, in addition to her mother and father, both of Conway, include her husband, Danny Glenn “Buddy” Moore II of Conway; a daughter, Aubrey Lee-Ann Moore of Conway; her stepfather, Robert Goff of Conway; two sisters, Summer Marie Alford and Candace Michelle Alford, both of Conway; her paternal grandmother, Pearl Hudson of Conway; and her maternal grandmother, Maggie Lewis of Murrells Inlet.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 tonight at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel. The funeral will be at 4:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home…. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Melissa Moore (SS# issued in SC) was born 2 July 1979.
See the obituary of her father, William Michael Alford, in this compilation.
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MEREDITH MACK KENNETH ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 8 November 1957
LORIS, Nov. 7—Mack Kenneth Alford, 69, retired farmer died unexpectedly at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W.H. Dawsey, Rt. 1, Loris, Wednesday [November 6] night.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. at the Hardwick Funeral Home.... Burial will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County April 30, 1888, a son of the late Meredith [Alford] and Caroline Rogers. He made his home in the Mt. Olive section most of his life but moved to the Loris area about four years ago. He was a member, deacon and clerk of the Black Creek Primitive Baptist Church. He married the late Miss Daisy Isabell Stephens who died May 15, 1952.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. W.H. Dawsey of Rt. 1, Loris; one sister, Mrs. Sarah Ann Lewis of Tabor City, N.C.; one grandson, Larry Wayne Dawsey; three grand-daughters, Mrs. Fred Graham, Miss Barbara Jean Dawsey and Miriam Allene Dawsey, all of Loris.
Pallbearers will be John Paul, Austin Wright, Kelly McCormick, Carl Reaves, Melton Horne and Leamon Grainger. Friends may call at the Hardwick Funeral Home.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Meredith Mack Kenneth 1888 SC1, Meredith 1854 SC2, Meredith 1814 SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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MERLE REYNOLDS ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—10 October 2009
SUMMERVILLE—Merle Reynolds Alford, 95, of Summerville, SC, widow of Raymond T. Alford, passed away Friday, October 9, 2009 at The Village at Summerville. Graveside services will be held Monday morning, October 12, 2009 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Cemetery at 11 o’clock. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Building Fund, 111 Waring St., Summerville, SC 29483, or to The Village at Summerville, Presbyterian Communities of SC, 201 W. 9th North St. Summerville, SC 29483.
Mrs. Alford was born October 13, 1913 in Summerville, SC, a daughter of Edward Othneal Reynolds and Daisy Lewis Reynolds. She was a retired Eligibility Specialist for the NC Department of Social Services. She was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.
Survivors include one daughter, Dianne A. Margolis of Redlands, CA; one son-in-law, James Harrell of Summerville; five grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.
Arrangements by Parks Funeral Home, 130 West 1st North St., Summerville, SC 29483. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths.
Photos from St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Cemetery, Summerville, Dorchester Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Paulette Johnston B.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Merle Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Summerville, Dorchester Co., SC.
See the obituary of her mother-in-law mother, Carrie Bell Tanner Alford, in this compilation.
Her husband, Raymond Tanner Alford, shares her gravestone, but SSDI records show that his last residence was Laurinburg, Scotland Co., NC.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her husband’s lineage: Raymond Tanner 1912 SC 1, Henry Monroe 1888 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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MICHAEL LORENZO “CHUCK” ALFORD
THE HERALD
Rock Hill, York Co., SC—Thursday, 3 March 2011
ROCK HILL—Mr. Michael Lorenzo “Chuck” Alford, 59, of 1568 Estes Court Apt. B, passed away Wednesday, March 2, 2011, at his home.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 5, at Greene Funeral Home Northwest Chapel, 2133 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill…. Burial will be private.
Born in Rock Hill, Chuck was the son of the late Lorenzo Bert and Margie McCall Alford. He retired from Wal-Mart where he worked as area maintenance supervisor for over 17 years.
Surviving are his wife, Darlene Blackmon Alford, of the home; his son, Grady Alford and wife, Rhonda, of Asheville, N.C.; three daughters, Shannon Catoe and husband, Jeff, Tammy Elmore and husband, Randy and Leslie Boone and husband, Timothey, all of Rock Hill; his brother, Kirby Newell and wife, Sue, of Rock Hill; two sisters, Phyllis Simpson and husband, Pat and Barbara Hawkins, all of Rock Hill; and 11 grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by his sister, Judy Hembree; and nephew, Dylan Hembree.
…. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Hospice & Community Care, P.O. Box 993, Rock Hill, SC 29732.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Michael Lorenzo Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 23 Dec 1951, last residence Rock Hill, York Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his parents, Lorenzo Burt Alford and Margie Lee McCall Alford; and his sister Judy Elizabeth Alford Hembree in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Michael Lorenzo 1951 SC1, Lorenzo Burt 1923 NC2, Levi Simpson 1879 SC3, Levi Solomon 1841 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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MILDRED ALFORD BYRD
Aunt of Frank Luther Alford Jr., AAFA #0720
AUGUSTA CHRONICLE
Augusta, GA—Tuesday, 15 September 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
AIKEN [Aiken Co.]—Mrs. Mildred A. Byrd, 77, of 778 Henry St., died Saturday, Sept. 12, 1998, at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Graveside services were at 4 p.m. Monday at Aiken Memorial Gardens….
Mrs. Byrd, a native of Mullins, had lived in Aiken since 1961. She was a homemaker and a member of Trinity United Methodist Church.
Survivors include a son, George E. Byrd Jr., Columbia; two daughters, Carolyn A. Brown, Summerville, and Dorothy Ann Hatcher, Aiken; two brothers, Stanley Alford, Columbia, and Neil Alford, Marietta, Ga.; a sister, Virginia Alford, Columbia; and two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren….
George Funeral Home, Park Avenue, was in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mildred A. Byrd (SS# issued in NC) was born 20 May 1921, last residence Aiken, Aiken Co.
See the obituaries of her parents, William Herbert Alford and Martha Prudence “Mattie” Smith Alford; and siblings Dorothy Alford Cornett, Frank Luther Alford, Stanley Carlyle Alford, Victor Jerome Alford, Virginia Grey Alford, and William “Chessie” Alford in this compilation.
Mildred and her sister Dorothy died on the same day.
She was the widow of Edward George Byrd who died in 1991.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Mildred 1921 SC1, William Herbert 1880 SC2, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC3, Warren Little 1823 TN4, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC5, Warren 1770 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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MILDRED INEZ COX ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Tuesday, 21 October 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
EASLEY [Pickens Co.], SC—Mrs. Mildred “Millie” Cox Alford, 70, wife of Arnold Alford, died Sunday, Oct. 19, 2003, at her home.
Mrs. Alford was born in Greenville County. She was the daughter of the late Foster Wendell “Bill” Cox and the late Anna Wolfe Cox.
Mrs. Alford was a former employee of The Easley Progress and was a member of Geer Memorial Baptist Church.
Surviving are her husband, of the home; three daughters, Lynn A. Rampey, and her husband, Tommy, of Easley, Kaye A. Jones, of Easley, and Kathy A. Roberts, and her husband, Danny, of Williamston; a son, Wendell Alford, and his wife, Sharon, of Liberty; two sisters, Jean Cox Fulmer, of Simpsonville, and Mary Cox Connor, of Lancaster; seven grandchildren; and two great-granddaughters.
Mrs. Alford was predeceased by her parents; and a sister, Dell C. Richardson.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2003, at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown…. Entombment will be at Robinson Memorial Gardens, Chapel of Relection Mausoleum, 1425 Powdersville Road, Easley....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mildred C. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 15 May 1933, last residence Easley, Pickens Co.
See the obituaries of her husband’s brothers Charles Lang Alford Jr., Walter Adolphus Alford, and William Hubert Alford in this compilation.
Engagement announcement:
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Sunday, 29 July 1951
Wedding announcement:
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Thursday, 4 October 1951
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her husband’s lineage: Robert Arnold 1928 GA1, Charles Lang 1888 GA2, Elisha 1856 GA3, John Allen 1815 GA4, William 1794 NC5, Kinchen 1768 NC6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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MILDRED ELIZABETH DIGGS ALFORD
March 1946
Photo from her daughter Robbie Alford Godeke’s Alford-Diggs family tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 19 April 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
GEORGETOWN [Georgetown Co.]—Mildred D. Alford, 77, died Wednesday, April 16, 2003, at home.
She was born Oct. 26, 1924, in Atlanta, a daughter of the late Herbert Ovid Diggs and Mable Sprayberry Diggs. She was a graduate of Jordan High School in Columbus, Ga., and was a homemaker. She was a member of Georgetown Presbyterian Church. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother.
Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Robert “Bob” Alford; a daughter, Robbie A. Godeke of Evansville, Ind.; a granddaughter, Caitlin Elizabeth Cassidy of Evansville; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday at Graham Funeral Home in Georgetown. The funeral will be at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home ….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mildred D. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 26 October 1924, last residence Georgetown, Georgetown Co.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her husband’s lineage: Robert Warren 1923 AL1, Cyrel Jason 1898 GA2, James Warren 1869 GA3, Leonidas F. 1844 GA4, Spire Warren 1816 GA5, Zaddock 1787 GA6, Julius 1750 NC7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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MILDRED MARTIN ALFORD
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Friday, 6 October 1967
SPARTANBURG—Mrs. Mildred Martin Alford, 63, of 450 S. Fairview Ave., died at a local hospital Thursday [October 5] after a long illness.
She was a native of Ware Shoals, a daughter of the late Jerry and Floree Martin, and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. She was a graduate of Brevard Junior College, Brevard, N.C., and Roper Hospital School of Nursing. She served as superintendent of pediatrics at Roper Hospital in Charleston for five years. She was a member of the Spartanbug County Medical Auxiliary.
Surviving are her husband, Dr. Duncan C. Alford; two daughters, Mrs. Mary Ann Alford of the home and Miss Jane Alford of Columbia: a son, Capt. Earl C. Alford of Valley Forge, Pa.; seven sisters, Mrs. Truman May, Mrs. Lorimer McKnight and Mrs. Gladys Martin of Ware Shoals, Mrs. William Brownlee of Honea Path, Mrs. Jeannie Lou Green and Mrs. Frances Schwartz of Greenville and Mrs. Herbert Walker of Chester; two brothers, Yancey and Harold Martin of Ware Shoals; and four grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 10 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Spartanburg…. Burial will be in Alford Family cemetery at Dillon at 3:30 p.m.
J.E. Floyd Mortuary is in charge.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Duncan Curry Alford; and son Earl Curry Alford in this compilation.
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MILDRED SIMMONS ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 6 July 2013
MARION—Mildred Simmons Alford went home to be with Heavenly Family July 3, 2013. Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, July 7, at Richardson Funeral Home, entombment will follow at Palmetto Memorial Gardens Mausoleum….
Born in Fairmont, NC to Neville and Tempie Simmons on January 6, 1940, she was the baby of four siblings whom have all greeted her into her heavenly home, Robert, Louise and Franklin.
Left behind to carry her legacy on are her husband, Reaves Alford, married on May 29, 1959, of the home; her girls, Rhonda (Clark) Tisdale of Marion and Fran Alford of Rock Hill, SC; her precious lifeline of grandboys, Chandler and Christian Tisdale and extended family Tristian Loggie. She lived to love and teach them the Word of Almighty God. She also leaves a host of nieces and nephews with their families whom she loved as her own.
Mildred was a member of Grace Community Church. She cherished her church family as well, loved the fellowship and praising our Lord.
An online register is available at RichardsonFH.net.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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MILEY PRESTON ALFORD
Uncle of Gladys Alford Everhardt, AAFA #0273, and Ebbie Preston Alford, AAFA #0237
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 21 August 1977
GEORGETOWN—Miley Preston Alford, 64, a retired store owner and operator, died Friday at a Charleston hospital.
The funeral will be 2 p.m. Sunday at Ringel Heights Baptist Church. Entombment will be in Penny Royal Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, directed by Mayer Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was born January 13, 1913, in Horry County, a son of the late Joseph Preston Alford and Mrs. Isabella Mishoe Alford. He was a member of Ringel Heights Baptist Church.
Surviving are: his widow, Mrs. Irene Roberts Alford; a son, Billy A. Alford of Jackson, Miss.; two daughters, Mrs. Dixie Lazear and Mrs. Brenda Redick, both of Georgetown; a foster son, James B. Crawford of Myrtle Beach; two sisters, Mrs. LaRatha Miller of Columbia and Mrs. Debbie Sarvis of Rains; two brothers, Meddie T. Alford and Ebbie Alford, both of Florida; a half brother Franklin Gerald of Ottawa, Ill.; seven grandchildren.
Photo from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Aug 1977) dates of Miley Alford (SS# issued in TX), last residence Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Irene Roberts Alford; mother, Isabella Mishoe Gerald Alford; sister Debbie Lee Alford Sarvis; and half-brothers Joseph Valine Alford and William Gordon Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his brothers Arnold Cody Alford and Ebbie C. Alford in Florida Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Miley Preston 1913 SC1, Joseph Preston 1877 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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MILTON ALEXANDER ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 16 December 1998
AYNOR [Horry Co.]—Milton Alexander Alford, 32, of Hucks Road died Wednesday, Dec. 16, 1998, of injuries suffered in an automobile accident.
He was born in Hampton, Va., a son of Edna Earl Alford and the late Johnny Hubert Alford.
Survivors, in addition to his mother of Aynor, include his wife, Cindy Alford of Aynor; a son, Alex Earl Alford of Aynor; a brother, Johnny Earl Alford of Galivants Ferry; and a sister, Karen Alford of Galivants Ferry.
Visitation will be from 6-9 tonight at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway chapel. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Happy Home Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his mother, Edna Earle Hughes Alford; and his brother Johnny Earl Alford in this compilation.
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MINNIE ALFORD ROBERTS
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, SC—Thursday, 16 November 1995
Photos from Rehobeth Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Minnie A. Roberts (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 Sept 1915, last residence Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her father, Joe Alford; and siblings Annie Alford Byrd and Marvin E. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother William Alfred Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
From SSACI: Minnie Alford Roberts was born 6 Sept 1915 in Dog Bluff, Horry Co., SC, daughter of Joe Alford and Jane E. Capps.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Minnie 1915 SC1, Joe 1892 SC2, Samuel Pressley 1868 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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MINNIE LOU ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 18 March 1997
16. Name: Minnie Lou Alford
Parents: Emma Jane McKinnon, stepfather, Charles McKinnon
Date of Death: Sunday, March 9, 1997
Place of Death: her residence
Place of Burial: New Holly United Methodist Church Cemetery
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of Annie Rogers Alford, where Emma McKinnon is named as a daughter.
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MINNIE MORRIS ALFORD
UNION TIMES
Union, Union Co., SC—9 February 1912
Mrs. Minnie Alford died at the State hospital in Columbia and the remains were brought to Union and the burial was at Fairview Baptist church Thursday. She was a Miss Morris before her marriage. The cause of her death was pelegra.
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her husband, Harmon Willis Alford, in this compilation.
Minnie has no gravestone in Fairview Cemetery, reported by a Find A Grave photographer in 2017. The South Carolina Department of Mental Health lists her burial in Elmwood Cemetery, Columbia, Richland Co., SC, and she has a Find A Grave memorial there also. That memorial reports that only a few of the State Hospital patients have marked graves.
They are listed on the 1910 census in Union, Union Co., SC: Harmon W. Alford, age 30 born NC; his wife Minnie 27 SC; and daughters Annie May 5 SC and Goldie P. 3 SC.
After Minnie’s death, Harmon married Mary Dennis.
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MINNIE VIOLA ALFORD COLEMAN
[Although she died in GA, we are also including her obituary here because of her close ties to SC.]
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 6 July 1967
SAVANNAH, Ga.—Mrs. Minnie Viola Alford Coleman, 76, of Savannah, widow of Simpson Coleman of Marion County, S.C., died Wednesday morning after a long illness.
Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in Friendship Cemetery in Marion County, directed by Smith Brothers’ Funeral Home.
Mrs. Coleman was born in Marion County, a daughter of the late W.E. and Rebecca Whaley Alford of Marion County.
Surviving are two sons, W.E. Coleman of Baltimore, Md., and G.D. Colemand of Chester, Pa.; three daughters, Mrs. Walter T. Baxley of Savannah with whom she lived, Mrs. Johnnie Goza of Jacksonville, Fla., and Mrs. O.L. Reid of Baltimore; three sisters, Mrs. Essie Hyman, Mrs. Sue Jones and Mrs. Mary Cole, all of Florence, S.C.; two brothers, Daniel L. Alford of Lumberton, N.C., and Wardie Alford of Columbia, S.C.; and several grandchildren.
Photo from Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery, Friendship, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jack Cayton
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents William Edward “Ned” Alford and Rebecca Whaley Alford; and siblings Edward Deloney Alford, Essie Alford Hyman, Mary Alford Hatchell Cole, Susan Alford Jones, Wardie Bishop Alford Sr., and William Henry Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Daniel Manuel Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Minnie Viola 1890 SC1, William Edward 1850 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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MIRIAM CECELIA AMMONS ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 26 February 2007
HARTSVILLE [Darlington Co.]—Graveside services for Miriam Cecelia Ammons Alford, 81, will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday in Magnolia Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 today at Brown-Pennington-Atkins Funeral Home.
Born in Chesterfield Co. to Knox Livingston and Mary Boone Ammons, she died February 25, 2007. She was a member of West Hartsville Baptist Church. Surviving are husband, Jack Alford; several nieces and nephews.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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MIRIAM SMITH ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 21 August 2017
MARION—Miriam Smith Alford, 93, died Sunday, August 20, 2017 at home after an illness. Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Palmetto Memorial Gardens….
Mrs. Alford was born in Marion, a daughter of the late Raleigh and Edna Lane Smith.
She is also preceded in death by her husband, Dewey Emanuel Alford; and brothers, Raleigh Smith, Jr., Norman Smith, and James “Jimmy” Smith.
Mrs. Alford was a member of Marion Baptist Church where she taught children’s Sunday School for many years.
Surviving are her daughters, Elizabeth Anne Alford of Marion, SC and Peggy Conant of Columbia, SC; a sister, Wanda Drew (Elmond) of the Rains Community in Marion County, SC; one grandchild, Cal Conant of Columbia, SC; and three great-grandchildren, Blane Conant, Cora Conant, and Ellie Conant; and several special nephews and nieces….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Dewey Emanuel Alford, in this compilation.
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MITCHELL ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 11 March 1974
LAKE CITY—Funeral services for Mitchell Alford will be conducted Tuesday at 4 p.m. in Mt. Reaulah United Methodist Church. Burial will in Green Lawn Cemetery at Kingstre directed by Green’s Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford, 45, died Friday [March 8] in a Florence hospital after a short illness.
He was a son of the late John and Laura Alford.
Surviving are his wife Mrs. Wilhelmena Alford; two daughters, Mrs. Kasandra Speights of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Miss Murdese Alford of’ the home; seven sons, Mitchell Alford Jr., Ronnie Alford, Linwood Alford, Donald Alford, Frank Alford, James Alford and Jerry Alford all of the home; four brothers, John Alford Jr., Howard Alford, Willie Alford and Herman Alford, all of Lake City; five sisters, Mrs. Senara Scott, Mrs. Earline Harrison, and Mrs. Jenette Godwin all of Lake City, Mrs. Alice Tisdale of Philadelphia. Pa., and Mrs. Francis Fillmore of Raphinock, Va.; also three grandchildren.
Photo from Green Lawn, Kingstree, Williamsburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nancy Lee Huggins
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mitchell Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 20 Sept 1928 and died _____ March 1974, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his wife, Wilhelmenia McClam Alford; son Franklin Alford; and siblings Earline Alford Harrison Shaw (with census listings), Howard “Bayboy” Alford, and Willie Dozier Alford in this compilation.
Both the birth and death dates engraved on Mitchell’s gravestone do not match the obituary or his SSDI record.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #7.
His lineage: Mitchell 1928 SC1, John Luther 1893 SC2, Archie 1850 SC3, Nero 1808 SC4.
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MITCHELL ALAN ALFORD
Brother of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
Photo from gravestone
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Thursday, 11 February 1965
YOUTH DIES
ANDREWS, S.C.—An eight-year-old boy injured in a freak accident when he was struck by a wheel which came off a moving pickup truck has died.
Mitchell Alan Alford died Wednesday in an Andrews hospital. The youngster was injured Tuesday.
Officers said young Alford and several other children were playing in a ditch when the wheel came off the truck and struck him.
Photo from Piney Forest Cemetery, Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Gerald Alford, AAFA #0250
AAFA NOTES: Mitchell was the son of John Henry Alford and Mary Adeline Howard.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Mitchell Alan 1956 SC1, John Henry 1926 SC2, Ellie Parker 1892 SC3, John William 1844 SC4, unknown5.
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MORRIS MCGEE ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 16 March 1973
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Morris McGee Alford, 70, died Wednesday [March 14] in a local nursing home after an extended illness…. Burial will be in State Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of the late Joseph Whiteford and Lucy Watts Alford. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and a retired merchant.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Katherine Ammons Alford of the home; three sons, Calvin Alford of Hartsville, Nelson E. Alford of Georgetown and Harry B. Alford of California; five daughters, Mrs. Margaret Barfield and Miss Dolly Alford, both of Conway, Mrs. Patricia McDaniel and Mrs. Rebecca Jolley both of Florence, and Mrs. Jacqueline Harrelson of Hartsville; four brothers, L.E. [Lewis Emerson] Alford of Tampa, Fla., P.H. [Parker Heyward] Alford, G.G. [Gilbert Gray] Alford, and Harrison Alford, all of Conway; three sisters, Mrs. Prudence Eassy and Mrs. Mamie Owens both of Greensboro, N.C., and Mrs. Lucy V. Brown of Conway; and 18 grandchildren.
Photo from State Branch Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 14 May 1902.
See the obituaries of his sons Calvin George Alford, Harry Byrd Alford, and Nelson Eaddy Alford; his mother, Lucy Armenta Watts Alford; and his siblings Gilbert Grey Alford, Parker Heyward Alford Sr., Pennie Laurine Alford Brown, and Prudence Bertha Alford Williams Goodwin Eassy in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his sister Mamie Estelle Alford Owens in North Carolina Obituaries; and his brother Lloyd Mason Alford in Maryland Obituaries.
On Morris’s father Joseph’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 41, a self-employed farmer living in Toddville, Horry Co., SC. He says he was born 1 June 1877, names his wife Lucy A. Alford as his nearest relative, and signs his name Joseph White Alford. Morris’s obituary and his gravestone say Whiteford.
Morris was the brother of the late Lewis Emerson “L.E.” Alford, who donated to AAFA much of the data we have on South Carolina Alfords. L.E. died before AAFA was established, but he subscribed to About Alfords.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Morris McGee 1902 SC1, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC2, Harrison 1843 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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MOZELLA ALFORD DOBBINS
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, SC—Monday, 8 August 1994
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Mozella Alford Dobbins, 84, a retired teacher with Georgetown County, S.C., schools, died Sunday [August 7] in a local nursing home. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Wilds Funeral Home of Georgetown.
Mrs. Dobbins was born in Georgetown [SC], a daughter of Moses Alford and Lula Bell I. Alford. She was a graduate of Georgetown schools and Allen University. She was the widow of William S. Dobbins.
Surviving are a son, Alexander Dobbins of Washington, D.C.; and a brother, Alex Alford of Georgetown.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Mozella A. Dobbins (SS# issued in SC) was born 20 Sept 1909, last residence Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC.
See the obituary of her brother Alexander Alford in this compilalion.
Mozelle Alford, 19, is shown as the daughter of Lou Alford in the 1920 census of Georgetown Co. SC. She had a brother Alex 17. In 1910 she was listed as Mosell Alford, six months, the daughter of Aleck and Lula B. Alford. In 1900 Alex Alford appears in Marlboro Co. as the brother of Albert Alford who was enumerated with his wife and six children.
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MOZELLA ALTMAN ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 8 March 2014
BRITTONS NECK—Mrs. Mozella Altman Alford, 82, widow of Johnny Alford, died Thursday, March 6, 2014 at Carolinas Hospital System of Florence after an illness.
Mrs. Alford was born May 4, 1931 in Brittons Neck, a daughter of the late David Chesley “Decar” Altman and the late Retha Turbeville Altman. She was a homemaker and in her earlier years she had worked at her father’s store in Brittons Neck. Mrs. Alford was a member of Nebo Baptist Church, where she taught the Intermediate Sunday School Class. She was an avid gardener and loved working in her flowers. Mrs. Alford graduated from Brittons Neck High School, where she was the valedictorian of her class.
Surviving Mrs. Alford are: a Sister: Jackie Altman Leland and her husband L.M. Leland, Jr. of Georgetown; a Special Niece: Trudy Springs and her husband Grover of Georgetown; and several other nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Alford was predeceased by 2 sisters, Ruby Altman Johnson and Florence Altman Bogan and by a brother, Tommy Lester Altman.
Graveside services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, March 9, at Souls Chapel Cemetery, with the services directed by Smith-Collins Funeral Home [Marion]….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Johnny Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone, but her death date is not engraved.
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MURIEL ALFORD BUCKMASTER
ANDERSON INDEPENDENT-MAIL
Anderson, Anderson Co., SC—Sunday, 15 June 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
SENECA [Oconee Co.], SC—Muriel Alford Buckmaster, 79, of 701 Cherry St., Seneca, SC, and formerly of Sarasota, FL, died Thursday, June 12, 2003.
Born in Mullins [Marion Co.], SC, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Clara Smith Alford. She was a Route Coordinator for the School System in FL. She was a member of Corinth Baptist Church, Seneca.
She is survived by her husband: Harvey Buckmaster of Seneca; two daughters, Karen Bradley and her husband, Theron of Fairfax, VA, Luann Buckmaster of Idaho Falls, ID; four stepsons, William Buckmaster and his wife Charlet of Huddle Mills, NC, Harvey E. Buckmaster and his wife Barbara of Deltona, FL, Dell Buckmaster and his wife Linda of Newton, NJ, Duane Buckmaster and his wife Anita of Sarasota, FL; one sister, Rosalee Morgan [sic—should be Mouzon] of Charleston, SC; four brothers, Aubruy Alford of Cordel, GA, Smith Alford of Hartsville, SC, Tommy Alford of Seneca, SC, and Jerry Alford of Charleston, SC; sixteen grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be Monday, June 16, 2003 at Corinth Baptist Church, Seneca, SC.... Woodlawn Funeral Home, Greenville, SC
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Muriel A. Buckmaster (SS# issued in SC) was born 28 April 1924.
See the obituaries of her parents, Eugene A. Alford and Clara Smith Alford; and siblings Malcolm Eugene Alford, Rosalee Alford Mouzon, and Tommy Bloyce Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Muriel 1924 SC1, Eugene A. 1898 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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MYRTLE ALFORD SANDERS
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 29 December 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
Services for Myrtle Alford Sanders will be held on Monday at St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church with burial in Crescent Hill Memorial Gardens. She died on December 25, 2002. Leevy’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Born in Darlington, she was the daughter of the late Granville and LeAnna Alford. Ms. Sanders was a retired educator with the Richland County School District.
Surviving are her son, Thomas Sanders; daughter, Jocelyn Sanders; and sisters, Lillian Bowman and Cleo Yongue.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Myrtle A. Sanders (SS# issued in SC) was born 10 July 1920, last residence Columbia, Richland Co.
See the obituaries of her siblings and Alma E. Alford Denley, Lillian Alford Bowman, Nathaniel Alford, and Sansberry Edward Alford in this compilation.
This is an African-American family. Her father Granville and his family were enumerated in Darlington Co., SC, in each census from 1880 through 1930.
Her lineage: Myrtle 1920 SC1, Granville 1860 SC2, Edward 1845 SC3.
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MYRTLE JULIETTE ALFORD MCCONNELL
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—4 January 2011
GEORGETOWN—Myrtle J. Alford McConnell, 92, a cherished mother and grandmother and the beloved widow of Harvey Harrison “Harry” McConnell, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, January 2, 2011, with her children at her bedside.
Mrs. McConnell was born a daughter of William Capers Alford Sr. and Lillie Idell Finklea Alford on April 25, 1918, in Georgetown, SC. She was educated in Georgetown County and was a faithful member of Herbert Memorial United Methodist Church where she served in the Annie Lou Mozley Circle, the L&M Bunn Sunday School Class, and the Young At Heart Club. She was the epitome of a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a “Southern Lady” fulfilling the standards of Christian character and leaving a Godly Legacy for her family and friends.
Myrtle and Harry were married on May 15, 1937, and celebrated 49 years together. From their blessed union were born eight children: Laverne (Jacqueline) McConnell, Juliette (Harold, Sr.) James, John “Johnny” (Ramona) McConnell Sr., Harriette (Frankie) Davis, Ellen (Rodney) Ward, Victoria “Vickie” (Dale) Baker, Ginger (Thomas Jr.) Hamblin and Timothy “Timmy” (Jennifer) McConnell; 16 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.
She is also survived by one brother, Cole (Arthurleen) Alford; and one sister Ruth (Ralph) Hansen; a large extended family of nieces and nephews; and a dear friend, Virginia Hearl.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, a son, Laverne, and five siblings.
Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 5, 2011, at Herbert Memorial United Methodist Church with interment in Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens, directed by the Georgetown Chapel of McKenzie Funeral Home….
Photo from Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Chuck Mull
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Myrtle Juliette Alford McConnell (SS# issued in SC), last residence Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, William Capers Alford and Lillie Finklea Alford; and siblings Capers Washington Alford, Clyde Albert Alford, George Hugene Alford, Ruth Christine Alford Hansen, Thomas Adey Alford, and William Cole Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Daniel Benjamin Alford in Florida Obituaries.
Her lineage: Myrtle Juliette 1918 SC1, William Capers 1877 SC2, Bryant W. 1842 SC3.
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MYRTLE KEPLEY SWICEGOOD ALFORD
SALISBURY POST
Salisbury, Rowan Co., NC—Thursday, 7 March 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
CAYCE [Lexington Co.], S.C.—Myrtle K. Swicegood Alford, 88, Cayce, died Wednesday (March 6, 2002).
A native of Salisbury, N.C., Mrs. Alford was a daughter of the late Jacob Wesley and Annie Belle Cranford Kepley. A resident of Cayce since 1959, she retired from Berry’s on Main. She was a member of Main Street United Methodist Church and was active with Order of the Eastern Star and Cayce Garden Club. She was a former member of St. Andrew’s Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Hoyle Swicegood, and her second husband, William C. Alford.
Survivors include son Stephen Swicegood, Cayce; sister Ida McIntosh, Salisbury, N.C.; and brothers Homer and Bill Kepley, both of Salisbury, N.C.
Services: 10 a.m. Friday, Main Street United Methodist Church…. Burial, 4 p.m. Friday, Rowan Memorial Park, Salisbury, N.C.
Thompson Funeral Home, West Columbia, is in charge.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Myrtle K. Swicegood (SS# issued in NC) was born 31 Aug 1913.
See the obituary of her second husband, William C. Alford, in this compilation.
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MYRTLE LEE ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 30 July 2011
Myrtle Lee Alford, 57, of Lake City, died Thursday [July 28]. Friends may call at 649 Beulah Road, Beulah Community, Lake City. Plans will be announced by Samuels and Richardson Funeral Home.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Myrtle L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 2 July 1954, last residence Miami, Dade Co., FL [?].
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NANCY ALFORD HYMAN
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 10 June 1954
Mrs. Nancy Alford Hyman, 77, widow of Frank Hyman of Pamplico, died at 2 p.m. Wednesday [June 9] in a local hospital. She had been in declining health for a number of years.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday in the Mount Elon Free Will Baptist Church.... Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Hyman was born March 28, 1877, in Florence County, a daughter of the late John and Sarah Jones Alford, both of Florence County. She was a charter member of Mount Elon Free Will Baptist Church.
Surviving are five sons, Lowell Hyman of Florence, Rufus Hyman of Schlomb, Ala., Clarence Hyman of Greenville, Robert Hyman of Charleston and Roland Hyman of Pamplico; four daughters, Mrs. Nettie Hewitt of Florence, Mrs. C.W. Wiggins, Mrs. J.C. Hutchinson, and Mrs. Jessie Eaddy, all of Pamplico; also 51 grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren.
In another article:
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 12 June 1954
Funeral services for Mrs. Nancy Alford Hyman, 77, widow of Frank Hyman of Pamplico, were held at 5 p.m. Friday in Mount Elon Free Will Baptist Church.... Burial was in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Hyman died at 2 p.m. Wednesday [June 9] in a local hospital after being in declining health for a number of years.
She was born March 28, 1877, in Florence County, a daughter of the late John and Sarah Jones Alford, both of Florence County. She was a charter member of Mount Elon Free Will Baptist Church.
Surviving are five sons, Lowell Hyman of Florence, Rufus Hyman of Sclomb, Ala., Clarence Hyman of Greenville, Robert Hyman of Charleston, and Roland Hyman of Pamplico; four daughters, Mrs. Nettie Hewitt of Florence, Mrs. C.W. Wiggins, Mrs. J.C. Hutchinson, and Mrs. Jessie Eaddy, all of Pamplico; also 55 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.
Stoudenmire Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.
Photo from Mount Elon Cemetery, Pamplico, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, David McGlothlin
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her sister Sarah Rebecca Alford Jensen (with additional notes about their parents) in this compilation.
From SC Deaths: Mrs. Nancy Alford Hyman’s death certificate lists her birth on 28 March 1877 in Florence Co., SC, and confirms her date of death from heart disease. She was the widow of Frank Hyman and the daughter of John Alford and Sarah Jones.
Her gravestone apparently incorrectly shows her death date as 9 July 1954.
1920 CENSUS
Cains (District 37), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #36:
William F. Hyman head 62 SC SC SC farmer
Nancy wife 43 SC SC SC
Nettie dau 20 SC SC SC
John son 18 SC SC SC
William R. son 16 SC SC SC
Veathrers dau 11 SC SC SC
Roland F. son 9 SC SC SC
Gewel dau 6 SC SC SC
Robert I. son 4 SC SC SC
Sara A. Alford mother-in-law 82 SC SC SC widow
1910 CENSUS
Cain (District 17), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #385:
Frank Hyman head 52 SC SC SC second marriage 14 years
farmer
Nancy wife 43 SC NC SC 1st marriage 14 years
5 children, 5 living
Berta dau 17 SC SC SC
Clyde son 13 SC SC SC
Nettie M. dau 10 SC SC SC
Lowell son 8 SC SC SC
William R. son 6 SC SC SC
Beatrice dau 2 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Cains (District 32), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #451:
Frank W. Hyman head 42 b. Mar 1858 SC SC SC married 5 years farmer
Nancy wife 23 b. Mar 1877 SC SC SC 2 children, 2 living
Clarence N. son 11 b. July 1888 SC SC SC
Minesota dau 9 b. Oct 1890 SC SC SC
Berta V. dau 8 b. Mar 1892 SC SC SC
Andrew C. son 3 b. Feb 1897 SC SC SC
Nettie M. dau 9/12 b. Aug 1899 SC SC SC
1880 CENSUS
Jeffreys (District 91), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #5:
J.C. Alford head 63 SC SC SC farmer
Sarah A. wife 45 SC SC SC
S. Rebecca dau 21 SC SC SC
Caldwell son 13 SC SC SC
Julia M. dau 7 SC SC SC
Nancy dau 3 SC SC SC
Her lineage: Nancy 1877 SC1, John Calhoun 1818 SC2.
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NANCY CAROLYN STARNES ALFORD
Photo from Lancaster Funeral Home & Cremation
LANCASTER NEWS
Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—Wednesday, 26 June 2019
LANCASTER—Mrs. Nancy Carolyn Starnes Alford, 75, of Lancaster passed away Friday, June 21, 2019, at MUSC Health-Lancaster.
She was born Dec. 14, 1943, in Lancaster, a daughter of the late Arthur Roy Starnes and Louise Sims Starnes. Mrs. Alford was a member of Pleasant Dale Baptist Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She loved singing and was a nursery worker at her church. She enjoyed gardening, flowers and visiting with her friends.
A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Alford was 3 p.m. Sunday, June 23, at Pleasant Dale Baptist Church…. Entombment was in the Lancaster Memorial Park Mausoleum.
Mrs. Alford is survived by her husband, Donza Alford; a daughter, Donna McManus and her husband, Phil, of Lancaster; two brothers, Marvin Starnes and Nelson Starnes and his wife, Naida, all of Lancaster; a sister, Grace Starnes Faile of Lancaster; sister-in-law, Nancy Stroud of Lancaster; two grandchildren, Bre Stroud and her husband, Sean, and Justin McManus; a great-grandchild, Nolan Stroud; and a future great-grandchild.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Rosa Louise Alford; a brother, Huey Starnes; two sisters, Barbara Faile and Yvonne Hinson; and a sister-in-law, Judy Starnes….
Lancaster Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family of Mrs. Alford.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her daughter Rosa Louise Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: Donza Lee ???? SC1, Thomas Branford 1906 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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NANCY LEE BONE SUTTLES ALFORD
ANDERSON INDEPENDENT-MAIL
Anderson, Anderson Co., SC—Friday, 21 March 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
July 15, 1940—March 18, 2003
CHARLESTON [Charleston Co.]—Nancy Lee Bone Alford, 62, of Manor House, formerly of Anderson, died Tuesday, March 18, 2003, at 5 Med Park PRMH in Columbia.
Born in Jefferson (Jackson County), she was a housewife and was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving are widower, Bob Alford of Anderson; daughters, Lisa Suttles Owens of Charleston and Kimberley Suttles Nash of Batesburg; sisters, Betty Bone and Martha Adams, both of Anderson; half sister, Lorraine Ray of Cayce; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
She was the daughter of the late James L. Bone and Susie Bone. She was preceded in death by a sister, Ruby Hinson; her first husband Robert Lee Suttles; and a grandson, James Owens.
Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Woodlawn Funeral Home…; burial will be in South Lawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at The McDougald Funeral Home….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Nancy L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 15 July 1940.
See the obituary of her husband, Robert Lee Alford, in this compilation.
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NANCY SUSANNA BROWN ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 24 February 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Services for Nancy Susanna Brown Alford, 94, will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 25, 2003, at the chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home....
Burial will follow in Cedardale Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be: David Wensil, James Strickland, Carl Smith, Ben Haigh, Burke Drew and Colby Strickland....
Mrs. Alford, the widow of Edward Manuel Alford, died on Sunday, February 23, 2003, in Marion County Medical Center. Born on September 16, 1908 in Marion County, she was the daughter of the late William Joseph Brown and Martha Catherine “Mattie” Shelley Brown.
An avid genealogist, she recently published a book entitled A Family History. It was a culmination of more than 40 years of research reaching back to the 1700’s and including the Brown, Fowler, Shelley, and Williamson families.
Surviving are her daughters, Elsie A. Drew Williams of Mullins, Kathryn A. McCormick and her husband, Malcolm, of Nichols, and Ann A. Fowler and her husband, Fred, of Mullins; daughter-in-law, Mrs. James E. (Hazel) Alford of Bradenton, Florida; sister, Mrs. Ernest (Nina) Jones of Mullins; grandchildren, Nanette McCormick Strickland, Michael McCormick, Teresa Fowler Smith, Brenda Fowler Wensil, Rick Fowler, Gwen Drew Haigh, Jim Drew, Johnny Drew, and Lonnis Drew; 12 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
A son, James Edward Alford, and a brother, Willie Arthur Brown, preceded her in death.
Photos from Cedardale Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm birth and death dates for Susanna B. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituaries of her husband, Edward Manuel Alford; and children Elsie Alford Drew Williams and James Edward “J.E.” Alford in this compilation.
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NANNIE LEE ALFORD ELLINGER
NEWS VIRGINIAN
Waynesboro, VA—_____ December 1965
Mrs. Nannie Lee Ellinger, 80, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James Roller, in Camden, S.C. on Friday.
She was born on June 8, 1885 in Crimora, a daughter of the late William A. and Louisa Walters Alford. She was a member of the Forest Chapel Church of the Brethren, where she was a member of the Women’s Fellowship.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Wesley Ellinger.
Survivors include four sons, Oliver W. Ellinger of Barren Ridge, and Guy B. Ellinger, O. Ray Ellinger and Noah J. Ellinger, all of Crimora; three daughters, Mrs. James (Fedelia) Roller of Camden, S.C., Mrs. Worthy (Dorothy) Thompson of Rosalind and Mrs. Walter (Phyllis) Houff of Waynesboro; a step-daughter Mrs. Josephine Walters of Waynesboro; a step-son, Hugh W. Ellinger of Staunton; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
A funeral service was held at 2 p.m. today at Forest Chapel Church…. Interment was in the Mountain View Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Massie L. Thompson, Paul H. Pleasants Frank W. Scrogham, Hiram F. O’Baugh, Irvin W. Wagner and Oliver V. Estes.
Honorary pallbearers were Paul Crissman, James Crissman, Filmore A. Scrogham, Cecil G. Estes, Sammy D. Shifflett, Peter R. Herron Horace E. Crissman, Russell F. Barger, Donald Alford, Marvin T. Tanner, Tommy H. Daughtry Kenneth Alford, George Alford, Ernest G. Baber.
Photo from Mountain View Cemetry, Crimora, Augusta Co., VA—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Marlin Diehl
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Dec 1965) dates of Nannie Ellinger (SS# issued in VA), last residence not listed.
We included the obituaries of her parents, James Alexander Alford and Louisa Walters Alford; and siblings Hester Bell Alford, Lula V. Alford, Mollie F. Alford, and Odie Theodore Alford in Virginia Obituaries; of her sister Grace E. Alford Ewing in Maryland Obituaries; of her brother Paul David Alford in Ohio Obituaries; and of her brother William Andrew Alford in West Virginia Obituaries.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Robert Alford 1828–1888 Virginia.
Her lineage: Nannie Lee 1885 VA1, James Alexander 1850 VA2, Robert 1828 VA3.
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NANNIE LOU WHELCHEL HALFORD
GAFFNEY LEDGER
Gaffney, Cherokee Co., SC—Monday, 13 October 2008
Nannie Lou Whelchel Halford, 78, of 412 Barclay Avenue, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2008, at her residence.
Born in Pacolet, she was the wife of Robert Blaine Halford and daughter of the late Robert Lee “Little Rob” and Eunice Whelchel. She was of the Baptist Faith and retired from Musgrove Mill. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Vickie Ann Mathis of Myrtle Beach and Sandra D. Halford of Gaffney; her sister, Louise Wyatt of Gaffney; five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
Mrs. Halford was preceded in death by a son, Harold Dwayne Halford.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 15 at the Shuford- Hatcher Chapel at Frederick Memorial Gardens…. Arrangements are in the care of Shuford-Hatcher Funeral Home at Frederick Memorial Gardens.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Nannie Lou Whelchel Halford (SS# issued in SC) was born 31 May 1930, last residence Gaffney, Cherokee Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Robert Blain Halford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and adopted son Harold DeWayne Halford in this compilation.
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NAOMI ALFORD HUCKS CANNON
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 21 May 1994
Photo from Heavenly Hills Cemetery, Loris, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Michael & Terry
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Naomi Cannon (SS# issued in SC) was born 24 Sept 1929 [different than gravestone], last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her father, Walter Gary Alford; and brothers Clifford James Alford, Elliott Alford, and Harley Leverne Alford; and half-sister Ann Gertrude Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #12.
Her lineage: Naomi 1929 SC1, Walter Gary 1895 SC2, Arthur S. 1857 SC3, Jess 1834 SC4, Jesse 1785 SC5.
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NAOMI COVINGTON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 18 November 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Naomi Covington Alford, 77, died Friday, Nov. 17, 2006, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence.
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 19, in Carolina Presbyterian Church with burial in the church cemetery directed by Cooper Funeral Home….
Born May 2, 1929, in Marlboro County, she was the daughter of the late Thomas L. Covington and Alina McGee Covington. She was a member of Carolina Presbyterian Church and was the widow of Neil Edward Alford.
Survivors include her children, Linda Alford Martin of Dillon, Elaine Alford and fiance Roy Nichols of Hendersonville, N.C., Thomas (Sarah) Alford of Virginia Beach, Va., and Faith (Mark) Mew of Dillon; sisters, Geneva Rhinefield of Laurinburg, N.C., Mary Lou Covington of Cheraw, Dorothy Covington of Hamlet, N.C., and Judy Lowe of Rock Hill; brothers, Frank Covington of Laurinburg, N.C., Harold Covington of Hamlet, N.C., Bill Covington of Statesville, N.C., and Ed Covington of Charlotte, N.C.; sister-in-law, Polly Alford McIntyre of Dillon; 10 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Neil Edward Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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NATHAN ALFORD
Uncle of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 11 February 2010
Nathan Alford, 77, died Monday, February 8, 2010, in a boating accident on Black River in Williamsburg County
Mr. Alford was born in Florence County on August 12, 1932, a son of the late Ellie Parker Alford and Alice Hyman Alford. He grew up in Florence County, served in the U. S. Army, and was a graduate of Andrews High School. Mr. Alford retired as Market Manager after forty years employment with the Andrews Piggly Wiggly. He also was a farmer for most of his life. Mr. Alford was a member and Deacon of Andrews Presbyterian Church.
Mr. Alford was predeceased by his wife, Patricia Ann Kennedy Alford.
Surviving are: a son Andrew S. Alford (Vivian) of Goldsboro, N. C.; three brothers, Rutledge Alford (Kizzie), Ethridge Alford (Dora), and John Henry Alford (Mary), all of Andrews; a sister, Evelyn Swails of Andrews; two grandchildren, Sarah Wyse and Jenny Alford, both of Goldsboro, N. C.
Funeral services will be two o’clock Friday afternoon, February 12, 2010, at Andrews Presbyterian Church…. Burial will follow in Andrews Memorial Cemetery….
The Andrews Chapel of Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Photos from Andrews Memorial Cemetery, Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Nathan Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Patricia Ann Kennedy Alford; parents, Ellie Parker Alford and Alice L. Hyman Alford; and siblings Aline Carrie Alford Parrott, John Henry Alford, Lizzie Mae Alford Cox, Louise Mattie Alford Evans, and Rutledge Cleveland “Bubba” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Nathan 1932 SC1, Ellie Parker 1892 SC2, John William 1844 SC3, unknown4.
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NATHANIEL ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 5 April 1968
DARLINGTON [Darlington Co.]—Funeral services for Nathaniel Alford of Rt. 2, Darlington, will be conducted Friday at 4:30 p.m. in Macedonia Baptist Church.... Burial, directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home will be in Darlington City Cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Nathaniel Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 27 Dec 1904 and died _____ Apr 1968.
See the obituaries of his siblings and Alma E. Alford Denley, Lillian Alford Bowman, Myrtle Alford Sanders, and Sansberry Edward Alford in this compilation.
This is an African-American family. His father, Granville Alford, and his family were enumerated in Darlington Co., SC, in each census from 1880 through 1930.
His lineage: Nathaniel Alford 1904 SC1, Granville 1860 SC2, Edward 1845 SC3.
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NEIL EDWARD ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 13 January 1981
Services were held Monday at Carolina Presbyterian Church of Neil Edward Alford, 53, who died Sunday [January 11] at his home after a short illness.
Born in Dillon County, he was a son of the late Graham and Martha Usher Alford. He was a carpenter.
Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Naomi Covington Alford; a son, Thomas Graham Alford, U. S. Rangers, serving in the Persian Gulf; three daughters: Mrs. Linda Martin, Rock Hill; Mrs. Elaine Boyer, Asheville, N.C.; Mrs. Faith Mew, Dillon; a sister, Mrs. Martha (Polly) Alford Bracey, Dillon; three grandchildren.
Photos from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Neil Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 9 July 1927. His death date is listed as Jan 1981.
See the obituaries of his wife, Naomi Covington Alford; and his father, Graham Brown Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Neil Edward 1927 SC1, Graham Brown 1883 SC2, James Wellington 1842 SC3, Benjamin Lee 1808 NC4, Elias 1779 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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NEIL HERBERT ALFORD, JR.
[Although he died in VA, we are also including his obituary here because of his close ties to SC.]
DAILY PROGRESS
Charlottesville, Albemarle Co., VA—Tuesday, 23 October 2007
Neill Herbert Alford, Jr., professor emeritus of law at the University of Virginia, died Saturday, October 20, 2007, in Charlottesville. He was 88.
He was born July 13, 1919, in Greenville, S.C., the only child of the late Neill Herbert Alford Sr. and the late Elizabeth Robertson Alford.
He was a distinguished legal scholar and teacher, a loving husband, an imaginative father, a devoted grandfather, and a thoughtful son and son-in-law. He will be remembered for his integrity, unpretentious manner, keen mind, kindness and generosity, adventurous spirit, and good sense of humor.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth Talbot Smith Alford, whom he married on June 26, 1943, in Columbus, Ga.
He also is survived by three children, Neill H. Alford, III of Virginia Beach and his wife, Pattie; Margaret Dudley Alford Cloud of Hillsborough, N.C., and her husband, Bill; and Eli Thomas Stackhouse Alford of Raleigh, N.C., and his wife, Anne. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Diane Elizabeth Alford Croce and her husband, Andrew, of Springfield, Va.; Eli T.S. Alford, Jr. of Alexandria, Va.; and Lindsay Talbot Alford Ramspott and her husband, Jason, of Fort Huachuca, Ariz.; and one great-grandson, Walker Merritt Ramspott.
Prof. Alford earned a B.A. in history from The Citadel in Charleston, S.C., in 1940; an LL.B. from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1947; and a J.S.D. (doctoral degree) from Yale University Law School in 1966. He was a Sterling Fellow at Yale in 1950-51 and a Ford Fellow at the University of Wisconsin in 1958.
He joined the University of Virginia law faculty in the fall of 1947 and spent most of his career at Virginia, teaching there from 1947 to 1974 and from 1976 until his retirement in 1990. He was Doherty Foundation professor of law from 1966 to 1974 and Percy Brown Jr. professor of law from 1976 to 1990.
He was a gifted teacher whose lively law lectures were remembered vividly years later by former students. He taught courses including trusts and estates, international law, professional responsibility (ethics), legal history, tax law and insurance law.
From 1961 to 1962, he held the Chair of International Law at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, R.I.; he was a consultant for the war college from 1962 to 1968.
From 1974 to 1976, he was dean of the law school and Joseph Henry Lumpkin professor of law at the University of Georgia.
He was Lehman distinguished visiting professor of law at Washington University (St. Louis) in 1991; DrinkoBaker & Hostetler professor of law at Ohio State University in 1992; and a visiting professor at the Washington and Lee University law school in 1992.
He was a summer law teacher at George Washington University, the University of North Carolina, and the University of Alabama.
He was chairman of the board of directors of the University Press of Virginia from 1970 to 1974 and from 1987 to 1989. He also served on numerous university committees.
In 1990, he received the University of Virginia’s Raven Award in recognition of excellence in service and contributions to the university.
At the University of Virginia, he was special counsel to the president and was legal adviser to the rector and board of visitors from 1972 to 1974. In this position, he was attorney for the university and its hospital.
He was state reporter (the editor of court opinions) for the Supreme Court of Virginia from 1977 to 1984. He was special counsel to the Virginia Code Commission from 1954 to 1957.
He was the author of a book, Modern Economic Warfare: Law and the Naval Participant (1967); and co-author of a widely used law casebook, Cases and Materials on Decedents Estates and Trusts (Ritchie, Alford and Effland; 8th edition, 1993). He also wrote numerous legal articles for professional journals.
After he retired from teaching, he practiced law in Charlottesville from 1991 to 1997 as counsel to Slaughter & Redinger (later Woods, Rogers & Hazlegrove).
During his career, he provided thousands of hours of free legal assistance to people from all walks of life.
He was a fellow of the Virginia Bar Foundation and the American Bar Foundation. He was a member of the American Bar Association, the Virginia Bar Association, the American Law Institute, the Selden Society, the American Society for Legal History, the Selden Society, Omicron Delta Kappa, Order of the Coif, Phi Alpha Delta, the Raven Society, and the Colonnade Club.
He served on active duty in the Army as an infantry officer from 1941 to 1946. He was deployed to Europe in December 1944 with the Army’s 65th Infantry Division and fought in France, Germany and Austria. He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Combat Infantry Badge for his service. After the war ended, he remained on Army duty in Europe. He oversaw displaced persons camps near Linz, Austria, being responsible at the age of 25 for the welfare of 225,000 people. Later, he was the officer in charge of the Allied military government in Berchtesgaden, Germany. He returned to the United States in March 1946 and was discharged from active duty at the rank of lieutenant colonel. He served in the Army Reserve from 1946 to 1969, commanding a civil affairs unit in Charlottesville for many years. He retired at the rank of colonel in 1969.
He loved reading, especially history. He also liked traveling and was an energetic person who walked to work and took his family on camping trips and other adventures. While in law school in 1941, he walked from Charlottesville to Scottsville one day to prepare for Army infantry duty. He liked animals and cared for dogs, cats and other creatures over the years. He never found a home or yard project that was too difficult. He was a gifted woodworker who repaired, refinished and built furniture.
The Alford family thanks David L. Morris, MD, for his compassionate care of Mr. Alford. The family also thanks the staffs of the Martha Jefferson House Infirmary and the Hospice of the Piedmont for their kindness and skillful care….
In another article:
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 25 October 2007
Neill Herbert Alford, Jr., professor emeritus of law at the University of Virginia, died Oct. 20, 2007, in Charlottesville, Va. He was 88.
He was born July 13, 1919, in Greenville, S.C., the only child of the late Neill Herbert Alford Sr. and the late Elizabeth Robertson Alford.
He was a distinguished legal scholar and teacher, a loving husband, an imaginative father, a devoted grandfather, and a thoughtful son and son-in-law. He will be remembered for his integrity, unpretentious manner, keen mind, kindness and generosity, adventurous spirit, and good sense of humor.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth Talbot Smith Alford, whom he married on June 26, 1943, in Columbus, Ga.
He also is survived by three children, Neill H. Alford, III of Virginia Beach, Va., and his wife, Pattie; Margaret Alford Cloud of Hillsborough, N.C., and her husband, Bill; and Eli Thomas Stackhouse Alford of Raleigh, N.C., and his wife, Anne. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Diane Alford Croce and her husband, Andrew, of Springfield, Va.; Eli T.S. Alford, Jr. of Alexandria, Va.; and Lindsay Alford Ramspott and her husband, Jason, of Fort Huachuca, Ariz.; and one great-grandson, Walker Merritt Ramspott.
Prof. Alford earned a B.A. in history from The Citadel in Charleston, S.C., in 1940; an LL.B. from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1947; and a J.S.D. (doctoral degree) from Yale University Law School in 1966. He was a Sterling Fellow at Yale in 1950-51 and a Ford Fellow at the University of Wisconsin in 1958.
He taught at the University of Virginia Law School from 1947 to 1974 and from 1976 until his retirement in 1990. He was Doherty Foundation professor of law from 1966 to 1974 and Percy Brown Jr. professor of law from 1976 to1990.
He was a gifted teacher whose lively law lectures were remembered vividly years later by former students. He taught courses including trusts and estates, international law, professional responsibility (ethics), legal history, tax law and insurance law.
From 1961 to 1962, he held the Chair of International Law at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, R.I.; he was a consultant for the war college from 1962 to 1968.
From 1974 to 1976, he was dean of the law school and Joseph Henry Lumpkin professor of law at the University of Georgia.
At the University of Virginia, he was special counsel to the president and was legal adviser to the rector and board of visitors from 1972 to 1974. In this position, he was attorney for the university and its hospital. He was state reporter (the editor of court opinions) for the Supreme Court of Virginia from 1977 to 1984.
In 1990, he received the University of Virginias Raven Award in recognition of excellence in service and contributions to the university.
He was the author of a book, Modern Economic Warfare: Law and the Naval Participant (1967); and co-author of a widely used law casebook, Cases and Materials on Decedents Estates and Trusts (Ritchie, Alford and Effland; 8th edition, 1993).
After he retired from teaching, he practiced law in Charlottesville from 1991 to 1997 as counsel to Slaughter & Redinger (later Woods, Rogers & Hazlegrove).
During his career, he provided thousands of hours of free legal assistance to people from all walks of life.
He served on active duty in the Army as an infantry officer from 1941 to 1946. He was deployed to Europe in December 1944 with the Army’s 65th Infantry Division and fought in France, Germany and Austria. He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Combat Infantry Badge for his service.
After the war ended, he remained on Army duty in Europe. He oversaw displaced persons camps near Linz, Austria, being responsible at the age of 25 for the welfare of 225,000 people. Later, he was the officer in charge of the Allied military government in Berchtesgaden, Germany. He returned to the United States in March 1946 and was discharged from active duty at the rank of lieutenant colonel. He served in the Army Reserve from 1946 to 1969, commanding a civil affairs unit in Charlottesville for many years. He retired at the rank of colonel in 1969.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Citadel Foundation…; to Brookgreen Gardens, a garden and wildlife preserve that Mr. Alford loved…; or to an organization of ones choice.
A graveside service will be held at the Alford Cemetery at Minturn on Saturday, Oct. 27, at 2 p.m. Cooper Funeral Home of Dillon is in charge of arrangements. A memorial service will be held in Charlottesville at a later date.
In another article:
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RICHMOND TIMES-DISPATCH
Richmond, VA—Wednesday, 24 October 2007
By Jeremy Slayton
Times-Dispatch Staff Writer
Neill Herbert Alford Jr. was always quick to offer a helping hand.
Whether teaching his students the finer points of law or trapping a raccoon loose in a neighbor’s house, Mr. Alford was there when people needed him.
“He just never made a fuss about what he was doing, he just helped people,” said his daughter, Margaret Alford Cloud of Hillsborough, N.C.
Mr. Alford, a professor emeritus of law at the University of Virginia, once paid back taxes on a house that a woman who worked in Virginia’s law school inherited from a family member. He also straightened out the legal problems so she was able to keep the house, Margaret Cloud said.
That’s just who he was -- a man with a big heart who was “very generous with his talents and his time,” she added.
Mr. Alford, who taught in Virginia’s law school for 41 years and retired in 1990, died after a period of declining health in a Charlottesville nursing home. He was 88.
With a deep Southern drawl, Mr. Alford was a commanding presence in the classroom and was well-respected by students and colleagues alike.
His use of storytelling and anecdotes helped bring the material he was teaching to life, said former student and current U.Va. law professor A.E. Dick Howard.
“[Mr. Alford] taught cases and legal concepts in terms that would have a story behind it, so we could relate to it,” said former student Suzan Moore, who added that Mr. Alford had the most impact on her life of any teacher she had.
Mr. Alford, whose teaching career began in 1947, taught courses ranging from trusts and estates to international law.
He was so well-regarded that students “wanted to be in Alford’s class,” said former Virginia Supreme Court Justice John Charles Thomas.
While teaching at U.Va., Mr. Alford also served as special counsel to the president of the university and was legal adviser to the rector and board of visitors from 1972-74. He also was state reporter, a job that required him to edit opinions, for the Supreme Court of Virginia from 1977-1984.
He received the Raven Award in 1990 in recognition of his excellence in service and contributions to the university.
A native of Greenville, S.C., Mr. Alford served as an officer in the Army during World War II. At the end of the war, he remained in Europe and oversaw a camp for displaced people near Linz, Austria, where he was responsible for the lives of 250,000 people, his daughter said.
An avid reader, Mr. Alford earned a bachelor’s in history from The Citadel in 1940. That love of history never waned as he continued to read books on history and often took his family to battlefields and other historical places.
In addition to his daughter, Mr. Alford is survived by his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth Smith Alford of Charlottesville; two sons, Neill H. Alford III of Virginia Beach and Eli T.S. Alford of Raleigh; three grandchildren and one great-grandson.
A memorial service will be held in Charlottesville at a later date.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Neill H. Alford (SS# issued in VA).
We included the obituaries of his wife, Elizabeth Talbot “Lib” Smith Alford; and parents, Neill Herbert Alford Sr. and Elizabeth Robertson Alford, in Virginia Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Neill Herbert 1919 SC1, Neill Herbert 1880 SC2, Neill Little 1848 SC3, James Little 1811 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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NEILL HERBERT ALFORD, SR.
[Although he died in VA, we are also including his obituary here because of his close ties to SC.]
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 16 November 1969
MARION—Neill Herbert Alford, 89, a native of Marion, died Friday in Charlottesville, Va. Funeral services will be conducted at Alford Cemetery near Dillon Monday at 2 p.m.
Mr. Alford spent most of his life in Greenville and later moved to Orange, Va.
He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Robinson Alford, and a son, N.H. Alford, both of Charlottesville; three grandchildren; a sister, Miss Lillian Alford of Marion; and a brother, Thomas Lee of Darlington.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Neill Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 21 Sept 1880 and died _____ Nov 1969, last residence Orange, Orange Co., VA.
See the obituaries of his son, Neill Herbert Alford, Jr.; and his siblings Lillian Alford and Thomas Lee Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his wife, Elizabeth Robertson Alford, in Virginia Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Neill Herbert 1880 SC1, Neill Little 1848 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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NEILL KENNETH ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 21 August 2007
COLUMBIA—Funeral services for Neill Kenneth Alford, 71, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 22, 2007, at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church…. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Memorial Garden….
Mr. Alford died August 19, 2007. He was the son of the late Neill and Sally Alford.
Surviving are his wife, Louise Williams Alford; his daughter, Amy Leigh Alford; his son, Stephen Neill Alford; and his godchildren, Brandon Bickley, Nicholas Lombardo and Anna Lombardo.
Mr. Alford had retired as a vice president of AgFirst Farm Credit Bank.
The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 170 St. Andrew’s Road, Columbia, SC 29210.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Neill Kenneth Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 23 December 1935.
See the obituary of his mother, Sally Howard Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his father, Neill Thompson Alford, in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Neill Kenneth 1935 ??1, Neill Thompson 1913 NC2, Jacob Wiley 1875 NC3, Nathan Thompson 1843 NC4, Jacob 1789 NC5, James 1764 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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NELLIE ALFORD ASTON
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 9 April 2015
LATTA—Services for Nellie Alford Aston will be held Saturday April 11, 2015 at 3:00 P.M. in Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Greenlawn Cemetery….
Mrs. Aston, 49, died Friday April 3, 2015 as a result of injuries received in an automobile accident.
Born in New Jersey, August 31, 1965, she was the daughter of the late Allen David Alford and Barbara Thornton Alford.
Survivors include her husband, George Andrew “Andy” Aston of Latta; sons, Andrew Michael Aston (Penny) of Lamar and Mark Allen Aston (Sarah) of Orangeburg; grandson, Grayson Andrew Aston and special cousin, Charlotte Altmaier of Ohio.
Photo from Greenlawn Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Hendrick
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Allen David Alford and Barbara Ann Thornton Alford, in this compilation.
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NELLIE BARNHILL ALFORD
Photo from Tommy Turner’s (tomsturn69) Turner/Martin/Deal Family Tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 21 April 1961
FAIRBLUFF—Mrs. Nellie Barnhill Alford, 77, died Thursday [April 20] at her home in the Causey section of Horry County after a brief illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday from the Gethsemane Baptist Church…. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Survivors include her husband, Haywood Alford; two sons, Norwood of Georgetown, and Elijah Alford of Conway; four daughters, Mrs. Foster Brown of Nichols, Mrs. Ella Roberts of Gastonia, N.C., Mrs. Nina Hall of Brevard, and Mrs. James Harter of Georgetown; 30 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Haywood Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Elijah Bass Alford, Norwood Alford, and Zetha Alford Harter in this compilation.
From SC Deaths: Nellie Barnhill Alford was born 23 Feb 1984 in Horry Co., SC, daughter of Berry Barnhill and Jennie Graham. She died 19 Apr 1961 in Fair Bluff, Columbus Co., NC—different than obituary.
The death date on her death certificate and gravestone is 19 April 1961.
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NELSON EADDY ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 28 August 2012
GEORGETOWN—Nelson Eaddy Alford, 73, husband of Betty Hardwick Alford, passed away Saturday, August 25, 2012 at Tidelands Community Hospice House.
Born on March 29, 1939, in Horry County, he was a son of the late Morris McGee Alford and the late Catherine Ammons Alford. Mr. Alford was a member of First Baptist Church. He was retired from International Paper Company with 40 years of service and was a US Navy veteran.
Survivors include his wife of Georgetown; two children, Tammy A. England (Greg) of St. Augustine, FL and Gary N. Alford (Diana) of Goose Creek; and five grand children.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 219 Cleland St. Georgetown, SC 29440. Graham Funeral Home of Georgetown is in charge of the arrangements. www.grahamfuneralhome.org
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Nelson E. Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his father, Morris McGee Alford; and his brothers Harry Byrd Alford and Calvin George Alford in this compilation.
The funeral home and AAFA records list him as Nelson Eddy Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Nelson Eaddy 1939 SC1, Morris McGee 1902 SC2, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC3, Harrison 1843 SC4, Arthur 1803 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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NETTIE ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 20 June 1997
Published in AAFA ACTION, Spring 1998
LAKE CITY [Florence Co.]—Services for Nettie Alford, 104, will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, with burial in Rest Lawn Cemetery. Green’s Funeral Home is in charge.
Ms. Alford died Monday [June 16]. Born in Williamsburg County, she was a daughter of the late Archie and Rachel Alford.
Surviving are daughter-in-law, Helen Alford of Lake City; grandchildren, LaRue Alford, Archie Alford Jr., Caroline Alford and Clementine Jenkins, all of Lake City; six great-grandchildren; and adopted daughter, Gertie Moore of Lake City; nieces and nephews.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Anettie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 29 Aug 1896.
1930 CENSUS
Lake City (District 28), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #226:
Rachel Alford head B 70 SC SC SC no occupation
Nettie dau B 37 SC SC SC servant in private home
Ruby dau B 25 SC SC SC servant for private family
Archie grandson B 8 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Ridge (District 148), Williamsburg Co., SC, Dwelling #258:
Archie Alford head B 65 NC NC NC farmer
Rachel wife B 47 SC SC SC
Nettie dau B 18 SC NC SC
Ruby dau B 16 SC NC SC
1910 CENSUS
Ridge (District 106), Williamsburg Co., SC, Dwelling #65:
Archy Alford head B 64 NC NC NC farmer
3rd marriage 15 years
Rachel wife B 47 SC SC SC 11 children, 7 living
2nd marriage 15 years
Lizzie dau B 30 SC NC SC
Mabel dau B 20 SC NC SC
John L. son B 15 SC NC SC
Hskly H. son B 14 SC NC SC
Nettie dau B 13 SC NC SC
Gaina dau B 11 SC NC SC
Ruby dau B 9 SC NC SC
James son B 4/12 SC NC SC
1900 CENSUS
Ridge (District 118), Williamsburg Co., SC, Dwelling #270:
Archie Alford head B 50 b. May 1850 SC SC SC farmer
m. 12 years
Rachel wife B 37 b. Nov 1862 SC SC SC 8 children, 7 living
Eliza dau B 21 b. Apr 1879 SC SC SC
Hannah dau B 18 b. Dec 1881 SC SC SC
Samuel son B 12 b. Jan 1884 SC SC SC
John W. son B 17 b. Dec 1882 SC SC SC
Lela dau B 10 b. Jan 1890 SC SC SC
Mabelle dau B 9 b. Nov 1890 SC SC SC
Leenon S. son B 8 b. Feb 1892 SC SC SC
John son B 7 b. Dec 1893 SC SC SC
Hurbert son B 5 b. Feb 1895 SC SC SC
Nettie dau B 3 b. Aug 1896 SC SC SC
Susan dau B 1 b. Sept 1898 SC SC SC
1880 CENSUS
Ridge (District 139), Williamsburg Co., SC, Dwelling #204:
Archie Alford head B 25 SC SC SC farm laborer
Annette wife B 22 SC SC SC
Victoria dau B 5 SC SC SC
Ann A. dau B 3 SC SC SC
Sarah dau B 1 SC SC SC
Her lineage: Nettie 1896 SC1, Archie 1855 SC2.
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NETTIE J. WILLIAMSON ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Tuesday, 12 March 1968
Photos from Johnson Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Nettie J. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 19 Aug 1980 and died 10 March 1968 [different than gravestone], last residence Loris, Horry Co. SC.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her husband’s lineage: Lewis H. 1868 SC1, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC2, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC3, John B. 1780 NC4, William 1760 NC5.
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NICKOLAS WAYNE ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 24 February 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
NICHOLS [Marion Co.]—Nickolas Wayne Alford, infant son of Jerry Wayne and Ruby Athena Norris Alford, died Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2006 at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.
Nickolas was born Feb. 12, 2006 in Marion.
Surviving Nickolas in addition to his parents of Nichols are his paternal grandparents, Jerry C. Alford and his wife, Frankie, of Marion, and Betty Kallam and her husband, David, of Eden, N.C.; his maternal grandparents, Ricky R. Norris and his wife, Terry, of Conway and Rhonda Jean Moore and her husband, James, of Mullins; his paternal great-grandmother, Helen Lovings of Reidsville, N.C.; and his maternal great-grandparents, Donnie and Ruby Norris of Nichols.
Nickolas was predeceased by his paternal great-grandfather, Audrey Lovings; and maternal great-grandparents, Charlie Mae and Bishop Floyd.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery....
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Duford, Hory Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: AAFA is not able to identify this family.
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NINA F. SMITH ALFORD FRIEDMAN
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Wednesday, 27 January 1982
Photo from Greenville Memorial Gardens, Piedmont, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Karen & Buddy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Nina Friedman (SS# issued in GA) was born 19 Jan 1903 and died _____ Jan 1982, last residence Greenville, Greenville Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her sons Charles Lang Alford Jr., Walter Adolphus Alford, and William Hubert Alford; and daughter-in-law Mildred Cox Alford in this compilation.
Recently widowed, Nina Alford and her children are listed on the 1930 census, living with Nina’s parents, Adolphus and Lucy H. Smith:
1930 CENSUS
Hello (District 22), Morgan Co., GA, Dwelling #32:
Nina F. Alford dau 27 GA GA GA widow
Charles L. grandson 11 GA GA GA
Edna C. granddau 9 GA GA GA
William H. grandson 8 GA GA GA
Walter A. grandson 6 GA GA GA
Robert A. grandson 1-3/12 GA GA GA
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her husband’s lineage: Charles Lang 1888 GA1, Elisha 1856 GA2, John Allen 1815 GA3, William 1794 NC4, Kinchen 1768 NC5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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NORA ALFORD ATKINSON
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 20 March 1967
CLIO—Mrs. Nora Atkinson, 89, widow of Daniel J. Atkinson, died Sunday morning at a rest home in Bennettsville.
Born in Dillon County, daughter of J.W. and Flora Jane McPaul Alford, she spent most of her life in the Carolina community and was a member of the Carolina Presbyterian Church.
Funeral services will be held in the Carolina Presbyterian Church Monday at 4 p.m. Burial will follow in the church cemetery....
She is survived by one son, J. Alford Atkinson of Clio and Myrtle Beach; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survive....
Photos from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death. AAFA has her as Lenora Alford.
See the obituaries of her siblings Daniel Alexander Alford, Graham Brown Alford, Harriett Alford Smith, and Mary Frances Alford Weatherly in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Nora 1877 SC1, James Wellington 1842 NC2, Benjamin Lee 1808 NC3, Elias 1779 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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NORA ANN STONE ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—15 November 2011
SENECA—Nora Ann Stone Alford, 56, wife of Duane Alford, of 111 J Stone Circle, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2011 at Oconee Medical Center.
A native of Oconee County, she was the daughter of Virginia Black Stone of Seneca and the late Johnny Stone. She was employed for over 25 years at Westminster Elementary School where she worked as a Teachers Aid and loved each and every one of her students and showed them how special they all were. She was a member of Earle’s Grove Baptist Church where she was a member of the choir, was active in various mission’s projects, and also assisted the church secretary.
Survivors in addition to her husband and mother include her daughter, Holly Warren and husband Craig of Westminster; brothers, Kenneth Stone of Townville, and Andy Stone of Seneca; sisters, Thelma Dickson of Seneca, and Jennifer Kinley of Royston, GA; 1 granddaughter, Krista Lynch; 8 nephews and 1 niece.
Funeral Services will be held 2 PM, Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at Earle’s Grove Baptist Church. The body will lie in state 1 hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM, Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at Sandifer Funeral Home. The family is at the residence. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her memory may be made to Hospice of the Foothills, Attn: Foundation Office, 298 Memorial Drive, Seneca, SC 29672. Condolences may be expressed online by visiting www.sandiferfuneralhome.com.
Sandifer Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Photos from Earles Grove Baptist Cemetery, Westminster, Oconee Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bobbie
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ann Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 8 Dec 1954, last residence not listed.
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NORWOOD ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 6 September 2007
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
GEORGETOWN [Georgetown Co.]—Norwood Alford, 85, widower of Letha Martin Alford, died Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at Georgetown Memorial Hospital.
He was born November 5, 1921 in Horry County, South Carolina, son of the late Haywood Alford and the late Nellie Barnhill Alford.
Mr. Alford was retired from International Paper Company after 32 years of service. He worked as the No. 1 Gate Security Chief on the afternoon shift, and as the supervisor of the Main Gate.
He was of the Protestant faith.
Surviving Mr. Alford are three sons, Ronald Alford and his wife, Anne, of Greenville, Hoyt Alford and his wife, Velma, of Rockingham, N.C. and David Alford of Walterboro; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews....
Funeral services were held 4 p.m. Thursday, September 6, 2007, in Graham Funeral Home Chapel.... Entombment followed in Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens Mausoleum.
Please sign a guest book and send condolences to the family at grahamfuneralhome.org and MyrtleBeachOnline.com.
Memorials may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd., Ste. 1010, Rockville, MD 20852-9813....
Photos from Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Chuck Mull
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Norwood Alford (SS# issued in NC).
See the obituary of his wife, Letha G. Martin Alford; his parents, Haywood Alford and Nellie Barnhill Alford; and siblings Elijah Bass Alford and Zetha Alford Harter in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Norwood 1912 SC1, Haywood 1879 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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NUBEN CHARLIE ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 2 January 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
GEORGETOWN—Services for Nuben “Charlie” Alford, 88, will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday at Greater St. Stephen AME Church with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation is at 6 tonight at Wilds’ Daughter Home For Funerals, Courtyard Chapel.
Mr. Alford died December 31, 2001. Born in Georgetown, he was a son of the late Willie Sr. and Rachel Moultrie Alford. He was a member of Greater St. Stephen AME Church.
Surviving are daughter, Charlenna Franklin, son, Charles Burrage, Sr., sister, Florence Hicks, and brother, Raymond Alford.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Charlie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 2 January 1913, last residence Georgetown, Georgetown Co.
See the obituary of his sister Florence Alford Hicks (with census reports) in this compilation.
This is an African-American family.
His lineage: Nuben Charlie 1913 SC1, Willie James 1895 SC2.
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OLA ALFORD AUSTIN
York, York Co., SC—_____ October 2007
Ola Alford Austin, 97, of White Oak Manor, died October 2, 2007 at home. She was born on July 10, 1910 in Horry County, SC, to the late Luke and Mary Rabin Alford.
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 AM Friday at Sisk-Butler Funeral Home Chapel, Bessemer City….
INTERMENT: Lakeview Memory Gardens, Filbert [York Co.] SC.
Ola was retired from Firestone Textiles after more than 20 years of service.
SURVIVORS: brothers: Luke Alford of Gastonia, Thurman Alford of McColl, SC; granddaughter: Leslie Boyd of Clover, SC; 3 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; granddaughter-in-law: Janette Austin; a number of nieces and nephews.
PRECEDED IN DEATH BY: husband: Gaither Austin; sons: Tee-nee Austin, Billy Austin; brother: Milton Alford; grandson: Van Austin; great-grandson: Brian Austin....
Photo from Lakeview Memory Gardens, Clover, York Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Oldstones66
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Ola Alford Austin (SS# issued in NC).
See the obituary of her brother Samuel Thurman Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother James Luther “Luke” Alford Jr. in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Ola 1910 SC1, James Luther “Luke” 1890 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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OLA FRANCES HUGGINS ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 14 May 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
[A very similar article appeared the same day in The State, Columbia, SC.]
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Ola Huggins Alford, 81, widow of Julius Thomas Alford and formerly of Aynor [Horry Co.], died Tuesday, May 13, 2003, at McLeod Regional Medical Center after an illness.
She was born Aug. 3, 1921 in Horry County, a daughter of the late Sam and Nettie Jordan Huggins. She worked for Anvil Knitwear for 20 years and was a homemaker. She was a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church where she was a member of the WMU.
Survivors include three daughters, Ida Mae Jackson of Dillon, Linda Berry of Dillon, formerly of North Myrtle Beach, and Helen Martin and her husband, Rudolph, of Aynor; five grandchildren, William Carl Berry Jr., Julius Michael Alford Jr., Brandi Cannon, Michelle Martin and Carlon Martin; five great-grandchildren; a step-grandchild, Tracy Hucks; and a sister, Marie Huggins of Conway.
She was predeceased by a son, Julius Michael Alford; and a daughter, Audrey Ann Alford.
Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Cox-Collins Funeral Home. The funeral will be at 4 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home chapel…. Burial will be in Rehoboth United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Photo from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ola F. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 3 August 1920.
See the obituaries of her husband, Julius Thomas Alford; and her children Audrey Ann Alford, Linda Alford Berry, and Julius Michael Alford in this compilation.
Her gravestone and obituary say she was born in 1921. She is not listed with her family in 1920, and she is age 7 in 1930—both Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC.
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OLLIE HARRIS ALFORD
[A similar obituary was published the same day in The Sun News (SC).]
ROANOKE TIMES
Roanoke, VA—Thursday, 10 May 2007
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
Ollie Harris Alford, 94, of Murrells Inlet [Georgetown Co.], S.C., formerly of Roanoke, Va., died Wednesday, May 9, 2007 at her home. Born in Abanda, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Pierce and Ollie Higgins Harris.
Mrs. Alford was a loving, caring and Godly wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. She always cared more for the needs of others than herself. She was a faithful member of Pawleys Island Presbyterian Church and previously First Baptist Church of Roanoke, Va.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar Reuben Alford; brothers, John Harris, Theo Harris and Bill Harris and sisters, Herd Sherrill and Cornelia Enloe.
Surviving are daughter, Marie Aker and her husband Tom of Murrells Inlet; granddaughters, Deborah Baucom and her husband Jim of McLean, Va. and Amy Rankin and her husband, Michael of Nashville, Tenn.; greatgrandchildren, Marlee and Kelly Baucom and Spencer Rankin; niece, Gwen Wyatt; nephews, Lee Enloe, Richard Harris, Warren Harris, Joe Harris and William Sherrill and special friend, Angie Campbell.
Services will be 11 a.m., Friday, May 11, 2007 at Pawleys Island Presbyterian Church…. Interment will follow in the church cemetery....
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ollie Harris Alford (SS# issued in VA) was born 7 July 1912.
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ORA MAE BAKER ALFORD
Aunt of Gladys Alford Everhardt, AAFA #0273, and Ebbie Preston Alford, AAFA #0237
Photo posted to her Find A Grave memorial by her granddaughter Debbie Smith Exum
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 13 January 1998
Published in AAFA ACTION, Spring 1998
Services for Ora Mae Baker Alford will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday at Rehobeth United Methodist church Cemetery. Visitation will be 7-9 tonight at Meares Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford, widow of Joseph Valine Alford, died Sunday [January 11].
Born in Horry County, she was a daughter of the late Mellie and Calvin Baker.
Surviving are grands, Wanda Smith of Guam, Debbie Exum of Florence, Donnie Smith of Murrells Inlet, Maj. Wade Smith of Parker Heights, Texas, Mickey Sarvis of Hope Mills, N.C., Jean Peele of Darlington, Mike Alford of Alabama; great-grands and great-great-grands.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Joseph Valine Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Verna Mae Alford Bell in North Carolina Obituaries
On 10 June 2013, Find A Grave contributor Susan Perhala reported that the Horry County Historic Cemetery Preservation Project Volunteers photographed the entire Rehoboth Methodist Church Cemetery in May 2013 and did not find a gravestone or marker for her.
Joseph and Ora’s 3 children predeceased Ora.
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ORILLA DOSEY BROWN ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 13 July 1968
Photo from her gravestone
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 8 September 1977
Photo from Salem Baptist Church Cemetery, Cool Spring, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susan Rogerson Perhala-Horry County Cemeteries
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Orilla Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 8 Aug 1905 (different than gravestone) and died _____ Sept 1977, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Walter Gary Alford; and daughter Ann Gertrude Alford in this compilation.
From SSACI: Orilla Dosey Brown Alford was born 9 Aug 1906 (different than gravestone), daughter of Daniel Brown and Addie Lewis. She died _____ Sept 1977.
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OWEN GURLEY ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 7 December 1986
Owen G. Alford, 88, died Saturday.
Born in Horry County he was a son of the late John M. and Nettie Lewis Alford. He was a retired farmer and a member of Aynor First Baptist Church.
Surviving are sons, John W. Alford of Summerville and the Rev. Paul Alford of Aynor; daughters Mrs. Gene (Mary Lee) Register of Florence, Mrs. Horace (Ruth) Collins of Galivants Ferry, Mrs. Carl (Addie Mae) Best of Mullins, Mrs. Rachael King of Myrtle Beach, Mrs. Bertie Williams of Aynor and Mrs. Roland (Bethany) Brown of Columbia; grandchildren; and great grandchildren.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Aynor First Baptist Church, with burial in Aynor Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. today at Goldfinch Funeral Home.
Photo from Aynor Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Owen Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 22 Feb 1898 and died _____ Dec 1986, last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Addie Jane Rouse Alford; children Addie Mae Alford Best, Bertie Alford Johnson Williams Butler, Bethany Lou Alford Brown, John William Alford, and Mary Lee Alford Register; and brother Allen Marvin Alford in this compilation.
On Owen Gurley Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 26, a self-employed farmer living in Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC. He was born 1 May 1898, names Nettie Alford of Galivants Ferry as his nearest relative, and signed with his mark. On the WWI Draft Registration of Owen’s twin brother, Noah Webster Alford, he said he was born 21 February 1898 and also named Mrs. Nettie Alford.
1910 CENSUS
Galivants Ferry (District 52), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #22:
Nettie L. Alford head 32 SC SC SC widow farmer
7 children, 4 living
Noah son 12 SC SC SC
Owen son 12 SC SC SC
Quincy son 9 SC SC SC
Allen M. son 5 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Galivants Ferry (District 62), Horry Co., SC, Dwelling #74:
John Alford head 40 b. Nov 1859 SC SC SC married 8 years farmer
Nettie L. wife 22 b. Aug 1877 SC SC SC 3 children, 2 living
Noah W. son 2 b. Feb 1898 SC SC SC
Owen G. son 2 b. Feb 1898 SC SC SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Owen Gurley 1898 SC1, John M. 1859 SC2, James T. 1830 SC3, Levi Solomon 1800 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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PARKER HEYWARD ALFORD, SR.
GREENSBORO DAILY NEWS
Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC—Saturday, 3 November 1979
CONWAY, S.C.—Parker Heyward Alford, 76, of 501 Pearl St. died Friday [November 2] in a Conway hospital.
Funeral plans are incomplete at Goldfinch Funeral Home.
A native of Horry County, he was a member of Jamestown Baptist Church.
Surviving are wife, Mrs. Lila Maude Brown Alford; sons, Parker Alford Jr. of High Point, N.C., James Alford of Alderson, W.Va., Oren Alford of Fort Polk, La.; daughters, Mrs. Lenora Hendrick and Miss Virginia Alford of Conway, Mrs. Shirley Brower of Charlotte, N.C.; brothers, Lewis Alford of Tampa, Fla., Gilbert and Harrison Alford of Conway; sisters, Mrs. Prudence Eassy and Mrs. Mamie Owens of Greensboro, N.C., Mrs. Lucy Brown of Conway; 11 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; six step-grandchildren; four step-great-grandchildren.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Parker Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 29 Oct 1903, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his siblings Gilbert Grey Alford, Morris McGee Alford, Pennie Laurine Alford Brown, and Prudence Bertha Alford Williams Goodwin Eassy in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Parker Heyward Alford Jr. in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Parker Heyward 1903 SC1, Joseph Whietford 1877 SC2, Harrison 1843 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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PARTHENA TALLULA BRANDON ALFORD
GREENVILLE DAILY NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Tuesday, 26 July 1904
Photo from Mount Zion Cemetery, Central, Pickens Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Barbara Register Clark
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Cullen Harrison Alford; and son Harry J. Alford in this compilation.
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PATRICIA ANN HALFORD
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Sunday, 11 December 2011
SPARTANBURG, SC—Miss Patricia Ann Halford, 55, of 170 Arcadia Street, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 9th, 2011, at Spartanburg Hospital For Restorative Care.
At birth, Miss Halford was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and was wheelchair bound throughout her life.
Born in Spartanburg on July 27, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Mary Louise Carines Halford and Johnny Lane Halford who survives her.
In addition to her father, Johnny Halford, she is survived by one sister, Ann Bell of Cowpens; and one brother, David Leroy Halford of Spartanburg.
…. Funeral services will immediately follow in the Seawright Funeral Home Chapel…. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Spartanburg….
Photo from Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jimmy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Johnny Lain Halford and Mary Louise Carines Halford, in this compilation.
Patricia shares a gravestone with her parents.
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PATRICIA ANN HOLDEN SMITH ALFORD
HORRY INDEPENDENT
Conway, Horry Co., SC—Tuesday, 16 September 1980
Services for Patricia Ann Holden Alford, 31, were held Monday in Goldfinch Funeral Home with burial in Old Neck Cemetery.
Mrs. Alford wife of Harry Byrd Alford died Friday afternoon [Sept 12] in a local hospital following a long illness.
Born in Marion County, she was a daughter of Robert Lee and Elwood Benson Holden. Prior to her illness, she was associated with Stilley Plywood Company.
Surviving are her husband, E/6 Harry Bryd Alford, USN of Conway; two sons Ernest Junior Smith and Stevie Wayne Smith of Conway; a daughter Michelle Lynn Alford of Florence; her mother and father of Conway; a brother Lee Holden of Conway; three sisters Mrs. Donald (Margaret) Altman, Mrs. Charles (Bonnie) Cooper, and Mrs. Kenny (Wanda) Altman of Conway; and a half sister Mary Harp of Augusta, GA.
Photo from Old Neck Cemetery, Brittons Neck, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, John Richardson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Patricia Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 3 Apr 1949, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituary of her husband, Harry Byrd Alford, in this compilation.
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PATRICIA ANN KENNEDY ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Monday, 7 March 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
ANDREWS [Georgetown Co.]—Patricia ‘‘Pat’’ Ann Kennedy Alford, 68, died Saturday, March 5, 2005, at home.
Mrs. Alford was born April 7, 1936 in New Zion [Clarendon Co.]. She was the daughter of the late Wilbur Edward and Rubye Evans Kennedy. A graduate of East Clarendon High School in Turbeville and the University of South Carolina, she retired from teaching in Williamsburg and Georgetown Counties. Mrs. Alford wrote ‘‘Scratching the Surface,’’ a brief history and genealogy of the families of William J. Morris, Andrew Jackson Morris, and Julius Harvin Morris.
Surviving, besides her husband Nathan Alford, are one son, Andrew Scott Alford (Vivian) and their two daughters, Sarah Wyse and Jenny Alford, all of Dallas, N.C.; one sister, Jean Claire Kennedy Burttram Gibbons (Bob) of New Zion; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Monday, Mar. 7, at 2 p.m. at the Andrews Presbyterian Church.... Burial will follow in Andrews Memorial Cemetery....
The Andrews Chapel of Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Photos from Andrews Memorial Cemetery, Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Patricia K. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituary of her husband, Nathan Alford, in this compilation.
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PATRICK HENRY ALFORD
TIMES AND DEMOCRAT
Orangeburg, Orangeburg Co., SC—Friday, 4 June 2010
Patrick Henry Alford, 83, of 153 Deneaux Road, Rowesville [Orangeburg Co.], died Thursday, June 3, 2010, at Lexington Medical Center after a brief illness.
Private services were held by the family.
Thompson Funeral Home Inc. in Orangeburg is in charge of the arrangements.
He was born Aug. 17, 1926, in Buffalo, N.Y., the son of the late Ervin Alford and the late Magdelene Kuffel Alford. He was preceded in death by a son, David Alford; a grandson, Eric Alford; a great-grandson, Nathaniel Walker; three sisters and a brother.
Survivors include two daughters, Susan A., and Jonathan, Rocheleau of Rowesville, and Margaret Barker of St. Matthews; sister Evelyn Karn of St. Paul, Minn.; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to Heartstrings Hospice, 115 Blarney Dr., Columbia, SC 29223.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Patrick Henry Alford (SS# issued in MI), last residence St. Matthews, Calhoun Co., SC.
We included the obituary of his sister Teresa M. Alford Yarbrough (with genealogical notes) in New Mexico Obituaries; and sisters Ester May Alford Roth and Barbara Mary Alford Kuhrke in Minnesota Obituaries.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogies, Known Descendants of Benedict Alford and Joan Newton and Thomas Alford b. about 1598 England.
His lineage: Patrick Henry 1926 NY1, Frederick Christopher 1897 WI2, Charles 1865 WI3, Sanford 1822 NY4, Asahel 1787 MA5, , Asahel 1760 MA6, Elijah 1732 CT7, Josiah 1696 CT6, Josiah 1649 CT6, Benedict 1619 England7, Thomas 1598 England8.
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PAUL LESTER ALFORD
THE HERALD
Rock Hill, York Co., SC—Tuesday, 1 March 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
LANCASTER [Lancaster Co.]—Paul Lester Alford, 67, of Robert Kirk Road, died on Sunday, February 27, 2005, at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte.
The funeral was held on March 1, 2005, at Cauthen Funeral Home Lancaster Chapel. Burial was in Lancaster Memorial Park.
Surviving are his wife, Lena Smith Alford; three sons, Paul M. Alford of Lancaster and Thomas D. Alford and Terry L. Alford, both of Heath Springs; his daughter, Rosemary Taylor of Lancaster; two brothers, Donza L. Alford of Lancaster and Roger L. Alford of Aynor; two sisters, Eloise Johnson of Lancaster and Rosie Lewis of Loris; and eight grandchildren.
Photos from Lancaster Memorial Park, Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Emma Walling
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Paul L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 16 August 1937, last residence Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Lena Mae Smith Alford; parents, Thomas Branford “Branty” Alford and Rose Ella Allen Alford; and first cousins Billy F. Alford, Leatha May Alford Beaver, and Delly Alford Rabon in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Paul Lester 1937 SC1, Thomas Branford 1906 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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PAUL MITCHELL ALFORD
Lancaster Funeral Home & Cremation
Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—_____ June 2019
Mr. Paul Mitchell Alford, 60, of Great Falls passed away Monday, June 3, 2019 at his home.
He was born January 24, 1959 in Lancaster, a son of the late Paul Lester Alford and Lena Mae Smith Alford. Mr. Alford was very family and community oriented. He served as a Royal Ranger Commander and FCF member at First Pentecostal Holiness Church for many years. Currently, he was a member of Canaan Free Will Baptist Church where he taught children’s church. Mr. Alford loved spending time with his family. His favorite hobbies were blacksmithing and hunting.
A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Alford will be held Thursday, June 6, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Canaan Freewill Baptist Church…. Burial will be in the Lancaster Memorial Park.
Mr. Alford is survived by his wife, Shanna Fowler Alford of Great Falls; four sons, Michael Alford and his wife Kayla and Jonathan Fowler and his wife Amanda all of Lancaster and Justin Horton and Jarod Horton both of Great Falls; a daughter, Sheryn Adams and her husband Kevin of Kershaw; two brothers, Thomas D. Alford and his wife Sheila of Heath Springs and Terry Alford of Wilson, NC; a sister, Rosemary Taylor of Lancaster; and four grandchildren, Addilyn Adams, Ansleigh Adams, Jordan Fowler and Ariel Fowler.
He was preceded in death by his parents and former wife, Sherry B. Alford.
The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at Lancaster Funeral Home….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his first wife, Sherry La Nell Beckham Alford; and parents, Paul Lester Alford and Lena Mae Smith Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Paul Mitchell 1959 SC1, Paul Lester 1937 SC2, Thomas Branford 1906 SC3, Lewis H. 1868 SC4, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC5, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC6, John B. 1780 NC7, William 1760 NC8.
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PEARL ALFORD MASTERS
Lexington, Lexington Co., SC—_____ January 2018
COLUMBIA SC—Pearl Masters passed away Thursday January 18, 2018 at the age of 86.
Born on August 6, 1931 in Pinewood SC. She was the daughter to the late Rudolph and Bertie Alford.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her brothers, Rudy, Bobby and Charles Edward.
She spent her early years in Charleston working as a salesperson and later retired to Columbia.
She is survived by her sons, David (Karen) Masters, James (Cathy) Masters, Donald (Carolan) Masters and Robert (late wife Teresa) Masters Sr., grandchildren Christine Barrett (Lee), Michelle Downie (Josh), Shannon Carney (Joe), Justin Masters (Lindsay), Alan (Amanda Cady) Masters, Kim Masters, Amanda Bradfield (Jason), Ryan Masters and the late Danny Masters, 22 great grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Family graveside services will be held at Carolina Memorial Gardens on Friday, February 2, 2018 at 1:30 pm….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her mother, Bertie Lee Alford, with census reports; and siblings Charles Edward Alford, Robert Morris Alford, and Rudolph Carey Alford Jr. in this compilation.
Her lineage: Pearl 1931 SC1, Rudolph Carey 1905 NC2, Morris Brown/Browning 1877 NC3, John H. ???? NC4.
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PEARLIE DUBOSE “RED” ALFORD, JR.
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 28 June 1977
MARION—Pearlie Dubose “Red” Alford Jr., 59, died Sunday in a local hospital after a long illness.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 6 p.m. in Smith Brother’ Funeral Home chapel. Burial will be in Tabernacle Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion County, a son of Pearlie D. Alford Sr. and Leila Pace Alford of Marion County. He was a veteran of World War II, a member of Reedy Creek Baptist Church, a member of the VFW and the Disabled American Veterans. He was a former jailer of Marion County and a retired dispatcher for the Mullins Police Department.
Surviving besides his parents of Marion are his wife, Mrs. Lois Coleman Alford of Marion; a son, Jimmy Coleman Alford of the home; two sisters, Mrs. Bessie Lee Weise of Las Vegas, Nev., and Olivia Whitiker of Oklahoma City, Okla.; two brothers, Walter Alford of Florence and Dewey Alford of Marion.
Photo from Tabernacle Cemetery, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Barbara Lehman
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Pearlie Alford (SS# issued in VA) was born 2 Oct 1917.
See the obituaries of his wife, Lois Mae Coleman Alford; parents, Pearlie Dubose Alford Sr. and Leila Pace Alford; and brothers Dewey Emanuel Alford and Walter Herbert Alford in this compilation.
From:
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 8 June 1944
MARION, June 7—Sgt. P.D. Alford, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. P.D. Alford, has been awarded the Purple Heart for injuries received in Italy. Sgt. Alford has been overseas for two years. His two brothers, Dewey M. Alford of the navy, and Walter H. Alford, in the Marine Corps, are in foreign service also.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Pearlie Dubose 1917 SC1, Pearlie Dubose 1894 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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PEARLIE DUBOSE ALFORD, SR.
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 2 December 1993
Photos from Spring Branch Cemetery, Spring Branch, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Pearlie D. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 13 March 1894, last residence Marion, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Leila Pace Alford; children Dewey Emanuel Alford, Pearlie Dubose Alford Jr., and Walter Herbert Alford; mother, Janie Rectina Williams Alford Altman Jones; siblings Anna Louise Alford Brown Anderson, Edward Manuel Alford, Eugene A. Alford, and William Power Alford; and half-siblings Henry Monroe Alford and Willie Ann Alford Turbeville in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Emma Jane Alford Williamson Stanton Rogers in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Pearlie Dubose 1894 SC1, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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PEGGY L. ALFORD JOHNSON
Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC—_____ November 2013
Minister Peggy Johnson of Clio, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 4, 2013 at McLeod Medical Center in Florence SC. She was the wife of the late Pastor Rufus Johnson.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday at Noon at Berea Baptist Convention Center, 1062 Highway 38, South in Bennettsville, SC…. Intement will follow in the Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery.
A complete obituary will be posted later [not found].
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Peggy L. Johnson (SS# issued in SC) was born 7 June 1955, last residence not listed.
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PENNIE LAURINE ALFORD BROWN
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 28 November 1970
CONWAY—Mrs. Pennie Alford Brown, widow of Morris C. Brown of the Greenwood section of Horry County, died Friday [November 27] at a local hospital.
The funeral will be 3 p.m. Saturday at the Greenwood Baptist Church. Burial will be in the State Cemetery, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home.
Mrs. Brown was born in Horry County, June 17, 1910, a daughter of the late Joseph Whitefield [sic: Whiteford] Alford and Mrs. Lucy Watts Alford. She was a member of the Greenwood Baptist Church.
Surviving are: two sons, Joseph F. Brown of Galivants Ferry, and Morris C. Brown, Jr. of Myrtle Beach; eight daughters, Miss Clara Nell Brown of Augusta, Mrs. Thomas G. Boyd and Miss Opal Brown, both of Columbia, Mrs. Ronald Forehand of Georgetown, Mrs. Billy Johnson of Sumter, Mrs. Robert Flynt of Wilmington, N.C., Mrs. G. Robert Richardson of Boston, Mass., and Mrs. Chester Eaddy of Conway; five brothers, Lewis Alford of Tampa Fla., Morris Alford, Parker Alford, Gilbert Alford and Harrison Alford, all of Conway; three sisters, Mrs. Prudence Eassy and Mrs. T.G. Owens, both of Greensboro, N.C., and Mrs. Lucy V. Brown of Conway.; 20 grandchildren.
Photos from State Branch Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Nov 1970) dates of Pennie Brown (SS# issued in SC), last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her mother, Lucy Armenta Watts Alford; and siblings Gilbert Grey Alford, Morris McGee Alford, Parker Heyward Alford Sr., and Prudence Bertha Alford Williams Goodwin Eassy in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her sister Mamie Estelle Alford Owens in North Carolina Obituaries; and her brother Lloyd Mason Alford in Maryland Obituaries.
Her middle name is from her Find A Grave memorial.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Pennie Laurine 1910 SC1, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC2, Harrison 1843 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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PRESTON BLAKE ALFORD
Source unknown
Probably Charleston, SC—_____ September 1987
Published in AAFA ACTION, Spring 1998
Preston Blake Alford, 70, of Charleston, a former resident of Marion and a retired sales manager for Smith and Smith Trucking Co. of Charleston, died Wednesday in a local hospital.
The funeral will be at 4 p.m. today in First United Methodist Church in Marion. Burial, directed by Smith-Collins Funeral Home of Marion, will be Rose Hill Cemetery, Marion.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion, a son of Henry Monroe Alford and Carrie Bell Tanner Alford. He was Army Air Forces veteran of World War II. He received five Bronze Star Medals, the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal.
He was a life member of Clinton Masonic Lodge in Marion. He was also a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Charleston and was a former member of First United Methodist Church in Marion.
Surviving are his wife, Hilda Bullock Lemmon Alford; two sons, Gerald Blake Alford of Austin, Texas and Donald Preston Alford of Camp Lejeune, N.C.; a stepson, Ward Lemmon of Germantown, Tenn.; a brother, James Monroe Alford of North Charleston; a sister, Mrs. McKeevie Alford Dudley of Bennettsville; several grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.
Photo from Rose Hill Cemetery, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Preston Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 26 Dec 1916 and died _____ September 1987.
See the obituaries of his first wife and mother of his sons, Bernice Edwards Alford; his parents, Henry Monroe Alford and Carrie Bell Tanner Alford; his siblings James Monroe Alford and McKeevie Alford Dudley; and sister-in-law Merle Reynolds Alford (wife of brother Raymond Tanner Alford) in this compilation.
On Monroe Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 28 living in Marion, Marion Co., SC. He was b. 2 July 1888, is a married saw mill worker, and has 4 children.
Henry Alford, b. 2 July 1888, d. _____ Aug 1984 [SSDI # issued in SC, last residence Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC]
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Preston Blake 1916 SC1, Henry Monroe 1888 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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PRUDENCE BERTHA ALFORD WILLIAMS GOODWIN EASSY
[Prudence died in SC, but we are also including her obituary in North Carolina Obituaries because she lived in NC.]
GREENSBORO RECORD
Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC—Friday, 18 February 1983
Mrs. Prudence Alford Eassy, of 806 Hatcher Place died Thursday in Conway, S.C.
Funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Hanes-Lineberry Vanstory Street Funeral Home [Greensboro, NC].
Burial will be in Guilford Memorial Park.
She was a native of Horry County, S.C., a retired operator with Southern Bell and a member of Glenwood United Methodist Church.
Surviving are brothers, Lewis Alford of Tampa, Fla., Gilbert and Harrison Alford of Conway; sisters, Mamie Owens of Greensboro, Mrs. Lucy Brown of Conway.
The family will be at the funeral home 7-9 p.m. today, other times at the home of Mrs. Mamie Owens, 2444-E S. Holden Road.
Memorials may be made to the church.
Photo from Guilford Memorial Park, Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Elizabeth
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Prudence Eassy (SS# issued in SC) was born 31 Oct 1914 and died _____ Feb 1983, last residence Greensboro, Guilford Co., NC.
See the obituaries of her mother, Lucy Armenta Watts Alford; and siblings Gilbert Grey Alford, Morris McGee Alford, Parker Heyward Alford Sr., and Pennie Laurine Alford Brown in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her sister Mamie Estelle Alford Owens in North Carolina Obituaries; and her brother Lloyd Mason Alford in Maryland Obituaries.
Prudence married (1) William Lawrence Williams. They were divorced in 1946 in Baker Co., FL [Florida Divorce Index, 1927–2001 (Ancestry)].
She married (2) Barney P. Goodwin.
She married (3) Fred Paul Eassy. His death certificate says he was born 20 Nov 1922 in Greenville, SC, the son of Salem John Eassy and Celana Simony, and died 29 March 1967 in Greensboro, NC. His wife, the informant, was Prudence Alford Eassy. [North Carolina, Death Certificates, 1909–1975 (Ancestry)]
Prudence apparently had no children.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Prudence Bertha 1914 SC1, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC2, Harrison 1843 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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QUINCY ASBERRY ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Wednesday, 29 March 1989
Published in AAFA ACTION, June 1989
Quincy A. Alford, 58, an employee of Hucks and Washington Furniture Company for 31 years, died Tuesday, March 28 1989 in Florence, South Carolina.
Quincy was born in Horry County, a son of Allen Marvin Alford and Rosa Huggins. He was a veteran of the Korean War, where he received the Purple Heart. He was a member of the Woodmen of the World and Conway Free Will Baptist Church, where he was a former deacon, Sunday school superintendent, Bible class teacher and former president of Men’s Brotherhood.
Surviving are his wife, Shirley M. Alford; a son, Carey Alford of Conway; a daughter, Lorie Hearl of Conway; three brothers, Vernon L. Alford of Travelers Rest, Don A. Alford of Bonneau and Leroy E. Alford of Conway; a sister, Joyce Martin of Orangeburg.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Quincy A. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 24 September 1930.
See the obituaries of his parents, Allen Marvin Alford and Rosa Angeline Huggins Alford; and brothers Dan Allen Alford, Leroy Earl Alford, and Vernon Lee Alford in this compilation.
From SSACI: Quincy Asberry Alford was born 24 Sept 1930 in Aynor, Horry Co., SC, son of Allen M. Alford and Rosa A. Huggins.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Quincy Asberry 1930 SC1, Allen Marvin 1905 SC2, John M. 1859 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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RACHAEL MAUDE MILLER BOYD HALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 3 February 1962
Funeral services for Mrs. J. Clyde Halford will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church…. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery. Mrs. Halford died early Friday morning [February 2] following a brief illness.
She was born in Darlington County near Hartsville and spent most of her life here. She was active in church and civic affairs.
Before her marriage she was Maude Miller, daughter of the late James E. and Rachael Gibson Miller. Her first husband, C. Eugene Boyd, died in 1923. To this union were two sons, Hal H. Boyd of Hartsville and R. Carroll Boyd of Redstone Arsenal, Ala.
Her second marriage was to J. Clyde Halford, who survives with two daughters, Mrs. John A. Snuder [sic: Snyder] of Kinston, N.C., and Mrs. James R. Harrelton of Greenville, N.C.; and eight grandchildren.
Photo from Magnolia Cemetery, Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patrick Yearty
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of her second husband, James Clyde Halford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Maud Miller Halford Harrelson in Georgia Obituaries.
Census records in Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC, indicate that the birth year on her gravestone is probably incorrect:
1900 Rachael M. Miller age 4 born Dec 1895
1910 Maud Miller, age 14
1920 Maud Boyd age 23
The 1900 census is the only available record where her first name is Rachael.
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RACHEL ALFORD HOLLAND
[Although she died in NC, we are also including her obituary here because SC was her residence.]
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—25 September 1989
ROCK HILL [York Co., SC]—Mrs. Rachel Alford Holland, 61, textile retiree, died Sept. 22, 1989, at Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Funeral is 4:30 p.m. today at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Survivors are her son, William “Bill”‘ Mayo; daughter, Mrs. Sandra Boulware; brother, Lorenzo Alford; sister, Mrs. Mary Mitchell.
Wolfe Funeral Home of Fort Mill is in charge.
Photo from Laurelwood Cemetery, Rock Hill, York Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Rick and Kathy Wright
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her siblings Levy Simpson Alford, Lorenzo Burt Alford, Mamie Alford Bankhead, and Mary Jane Alford Mitchell; and paternal grandfather, Levi Solomon Alford, in this compilation.
From North Carolina Death Indexes (Ancestry): Rachel Alford Holland, divorced, born 23 Aug 1928 in NC, died in Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, on 22 Sept 1989 but resided in SC, burial out of state.
From North Carolina Deaths and Burials, 1898–1994 (FamilySearch.org): Rachel Alford Holland died 22 Sept 1989 in Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC, parents Levi Simpson Alford and Lillie Olympus Suggs.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Rachel 1928 NC1, Levi Simpson 1879 SC2, Levi Solomon 1841 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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RAYMOND TURNER ALFORD
Photo from his Find A Grave memorial
Source unknown—from Find A Grave memorial
Sumter, Sumter Co., SC—_____ July 2012
Raymond T. Alford, age 72, beloved husband of Barbara Coward Alford, died Thursday, July 26, 2012, at Tuomey Regional Medical Center.
Born in Norfolk, Va., he was a son of the late John B. and Mary A. Alford. He retired from the U.S. Air Force and Civil Service. He was a member of the First Southern Methodist Church.
Surviving in addition to his wife are a son, Anthony Alford of Sumter; three brothers, the Rev. John Alford and his wife, Nancy, of Littleton, N.C., Donnie Alford and his wife, Bonnie, of Corapeake, N.C., and Howard Alford and his wife, Sandra, of Portsmouth, Va.; two sisters, Mary Rogers of South Boston, Va. and Jo Anne Edwards of Chesapeake, Va.; special friends, Lauren and Michael Cotton and Richard Duncan Jr., all of Sumter; two brothers-in-law, Thurman Coward and his wife, Myrtle, of Salem and John W. Coward and his wife, Hilda, of Sumter.
The family would like to send a heart-felt thank you to the Fresenius Medical Care Sumter Dialysis Center, Sole Response Ambulance Service and Sumter Health and Rehab for their care and compassion.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. today at Evergreen Cemetery….
The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. today prior to services at Bullock Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Kidney Fund, Fund 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20852; or to Southern Methodist Church, 321 Miller Road, Sumter, SC 29150.
Photo from Evergreen Memorial Park, Sumter, Sumter Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Remember me
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
We included the obituary of his mother, Mary Christine Allsbrook Alford; and sister Mary Elizabeth Alford Rogers in Virginia Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Raymond Turner 1940 VA1, John Beckham 1901 VA2, James Richard 1865 NC3, James Isaac 1837 NC4, Elias 1795 NC5, Isaac 1748 NC6, Julius 1717 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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REBA WILLOUGHBY ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 7 June 1953
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, William Gordon Alford; and children Grace Alford Herring and John Carlie Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her daughter Gladys Alford Everhardt in Georgia Obituaries.
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REBECCA ALFORD HENDERSON
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 18 July 1978
Name: Rebecca Alford Henderson
Parents: James Frierson and Ada Lee Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 62
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Friday
Place of Death: a Columbia hospital
Place of Burial: Riverside Cemetery
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Rebecca Henderson (SS# issued in FL) was born 19 Oct 1915 and died _____ July 1978, last residence Lumberton, Robeson Co., NC.
See the obituaries of her parents, James Frierson Alford Jr. and Ada Lee Hayes Alford; and her sisters Ada Mae Alford and Effie Alford Douglas in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Thomas Brooks Alford Sr. in Georgia Obituaries.
Riverside Cemetery records list her in the same plot as her parents and sisters Ada Mae and Effie:
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Rebecca 1915 SC1, James Frierson 1883 SC2, James Frierson 1846 SC3, James Little 1811 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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REBECCA ELIZABETH ALFORD BEARD
Greer, Greenville Co., SC—_____ January 2016
Rebecca Elizabeth Alford Beard, 68, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 23, 2016
A native of Niceville, FL., daughter of the late Lloyd and Trudie Frazier Alford, she was a retired employee of Lifeway Christian Store and a member of Taylors First Baptist Church
Surviving are her husband, James G. Beard of the home; two daughters, Kim Acker (Chip) of Rockwell, TX and Cindy Hayes (Brad) of Fort Worth, TX and four grandchildren, Makenzie Acker, Makayla Acker, Landon Hayes and Hudson Hayes.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at Taylors First Baptist Church….
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at Taylors First Baptist Church…. Memorials may be made to Cancer Research Institute….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
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REBECCA WHALEY ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—25 September 1933
MARION—The death of Mrs. Rebecca Alford, 75, of near Gresham, Marion County, occurred last week. Mrs. Alford had suffered a lingering illness and enfeebled health resulting from a fall some months ago. She had not been able to walk for about four months. Pneumonia was the immediate cause of her death.
Mrs. Alford is survived by her husband, W.E. Alford, who has passed his 82nd birthday.
Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. F.C. Smith of the Marion circuit, Methodist Church. Interment taking place in the churchyard of Friendship Baptist Church.
Photo from Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery, Friendship, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, LouLou
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, William Edward “Ned” Alford; and children Edward Deloney Alford, Essie Alford Hyman, Mary Alford Hatchell Cole, Minnie Viola Alford Coleman, Susan Alford Jones, Wardie Bishop Alford Sr., and William Henry Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her son Daniel Manuel Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
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RHODA JANE RABON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 2 December 2007
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
GALIVANTS FERRY [Horry Co.]—Mrs. Rhoda Jane Rabon Alford, 80, widow of Arnal Tracy Alford, died Friday, Nov. 30, 2007, at Marion Nursing Center after an illness.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 3 at the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home…. Burial will follow in Rehoboth United Methodist Church Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford was born Sept. 19, 1927, in Horry County, a daughter of the late Hal and Nettie Rabon Rabon. She was a homemaker and a member of Pine View Baptist Church.
Surviving Mrs. Alford are her children, Howard Tracy Alford and his wife, Carlyene, of Galivants Ferry, Russell M. Alford and his wife, Mary, of Milwaukee, Wis., and Patsy Johnson and her husband, Waylon, of Galivants Ferry; grandchildren, Arnal Johnson and his wife, Stephanie, and their children, Luke, Madison and Bryce, and Sophia Chestnut and her husband, Tyson, and their children, Hunter and Hanna; five other grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records list Rhoda R. Alford (SS# issued in SC), born 9 September 1925 and died 15 November 2007, last residence Marion, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Arnal Tracy Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son Howard Tracy Alford in this compilation.
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RHODA RABON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 16 October 1959
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
MRS. E.M. ALFORD OF AYNOR DIES
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Mrs. Rhoda Rabon Alford, 56, wife of E.M. Alford of Rt. 1, Aynor, died early Thursday morning [October 15] in the Conway Hospital following three years of declining health and a critical illness of two weeks.
Funeral services will be conducted Friday morning at 10:30 from the Berea Baptist Church.... Interment will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born in Horry County, daughter of the late Jack and Margaret Barnhill Rabon. She was a member of the New Home Missionary Baptist Church.
Besides her husband, she is survived by four sons, W.J. Alford and E.J. Alford, both of Odessa, Tex., Hubert Alford and Thelbert Alford, both of Charleston; three daughters, Mrs. Hubert Johnson of Charleston, Mrs. Richard Rabon of Aynor and Mrs. Larry Best of Galivants Ferry; one sister, Mrs. Annie Jones of Aynor; nine grandchildren.
Meares Funeral Home has charge.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Ely Mitchell Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Emma Alford Rabon, Eula Jane Alford Best, and Hubert H. Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her sons Elbert Jack “Shorty” Alford and Thelbert Eathel Alford in Texas Obituaries; and of her daughter Mary Fannie Alford Johnson in Georgia Obituaries.
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RICHARD ALFORD, JR.
Photo from his Find A Grave memorial
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 4 September 2016
Richard Alford, of Columbia, died September 2. Plans will be announced by Leevy’s Funeral Home, Taylor Street Chapel.
In another article:
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 7 September 2016
COLUMBIA—Funeral services for Mr. Richard Alford, Jr. will be held Thursday at 11:00 a.m. (viewing 10:00 a.m.) at the Greater St. Luke Baptist Church. Interment with military honors will follow in the Ft. Jackson National Cemetery. A public viewing will be held today beginning at 3:00 p.m. at the Leevy’s Funeral Home, Taylor Street Chapel.
Surviving are: his wife, Susie Scott Alford; son, Christopher Scott Alford; brothers, Charlie (Galena), Robert (Jackie), and Willie Alford; sister, Julia Mae (Robert) Miles; a host of other loving relatives and friends.
Photo from Fort Jackson National Cemetery, Columbia, Richland Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Rich Tinneny
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
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RIVIE WEBB HALFORD
AUGUSTA CHRONICLE
Augusta, GA—Sunday, 6 September 1998
Published in AAFA ACTION, Winter 1999
WILLISTON, S.C.—Mrs. Rivie Webb Halford, 88, of Church Street, died Saturday, Sept. 5, 1998, at Silver Springs Nursing Home.
Graveside services will be at 4 p.m. today at Williston Cemetery.
Mrs. Halford, a native of Mount Beulah, had retired as co-owner of Sam’s Gulf Station after 37 years in business. She was a member of Williston First Baptist Church.
Survivors include a daughter, Peggy H. Conner, Barnwell; a brother, Henry Webb, Hartsville; two sisters, Sadie Mills, Hartsville, and Edna Jowers, Clayton, Ga.; and two grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and one great-great-grandchild....
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3:30 p.m. today at Folk Funeral Home.
In another article:
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 6 September 1998
Published in AAFA ACTION, Winter 1999
WILLISTON [Barnwell Co.]—Graveside services for Rivie Webb Halford, 88, of Church St., will be held at 4 p.m. today, Sept. 6, 1998, in Williston Cemetery. The family will receive friends 2 to 3:30 today at Folk Funeral Home....
Mrs. Halford died Saturday, Sept. 5, 1998, at Silver Spring Health Care Facility. Born in Mount Beulah, she was a daughter of the late Joseph E. Webb and Sadie Whetstone Webb. She was a retired owner, along with her late husband, Sam Halford, of Sam’s Gulf Station in Williston for 37 years. She was a member of Williston First Baptist Church.
Surviving are her daughter, Peggy H. Conner of Barnwell; sisters, Sadie Mills of Hartsville, Edna Jowers of Clayton, Ga.; brother, Dr. Henry Webb of Hartsville; grandchildren, Larry Lee and Karen Lee; a great-grandchild; a great-great-grandchild.
Photo from Williston Cemetery, Williston, Barnwell Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, RO Williams
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Rivie W. Halford (SS# issued in SC) was born 19 May 1910, last residence Williston, Barnwell Co., SC.
See the obituary of her husband, Sam Bethune Halford, in this compilation.
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ROBERT BLAIN HALFORD
GAFFNEY LEDGER
Gaffney, Cherokee Co., SC—Wednesday, 31 August 2011
Robert Blain Halford, 82, of 311 Goucher School Road, formerly of 412 Barclay Ave., passed away on Friday, Aug. 26, 2011, at Upstate Carolina Medical Center.
Mr. Halford was born on June 26, 1929, in Gaffney, the son of the late Robert David Halford and the late Cora Lee Edwards Halford. He was the husband of the late Nannie Lou Whelchel Halford.
Mr. Halford was a mechanic by trade in the textile industry and retired from Mayfair Mills in Spartanburg. He was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by two daughters, Vicky Halford Mathis and Sandra Halford, both of Gaffney; a brother, Johnny Lain Halford of Spartanburg; a niece, Ann Bell of Mayo; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a son, Harold DeWayne Halford, and step-mother, Julia Ann Halford.
A graveside memorial service will be held on Friday, Sept. 2, at 11 a.m. in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, 1300 Fernwood- Glendale Road, Spartanburg….
Photo from Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Mabel~Bill
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Blain R. Halford (SS# issued in SC) was born 29 June 1929 [different than obituary and gravestone], last residence Gaffney, Cherokee Co., SC. Both his name and his birth date differ from the obituary.
See the obituaries of his wife, Nannie Lou Whelchel Halford; adopted son Harold DeWayne Halford; and brother Johnny Lain Halford in this compilation.
His HALFORD lineage: Robert Blain 1929 SC1, Robert David 1907 NC2, Avery 1874 NC3, David J. 1855 NC4, Francis Asbury 1821 NC5, David C. 1792 NC6, John 1768 VA7, James 1737 NC8, John 1690 NC9, John 1640 NC10, Thomas 1614 England11.
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ROBERT CHARLES ALFRED
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Tuesday, 8 July 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
COLUMBIA—Graveside services for Robert C. Alfred, 86, will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Pickens. The family will receive friends following the service.
Mr. Alfred died Thursday, July 3, 2003.
Born in Ames, Iowa, on the family farm, he was the son of the late Charles Alfred and Bessie Adams Alfred. In 1939 he received a B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University and was a registered professional engineer in South Dakota, South Carolina and Georgia.
Robert Alfred attended the U.S. Naval Academy and served as commander of the 14th Special Naval Construction Battalion (Seabees) in Honolulu 1944-1945. He was employed with L.G. Everist Inc. in Sioux Falls, S.D., Campbell Limestone Co. in Liberty, Weston and Brooker Co. in Columbia and with Martin Marietta Aggregates in Raleigh, N.C. After retiring in 1980, Mr. Alfred continued his civil engineering profession as a consultant.
A resident of Easley from 1953 until 1969, he was active in various civic and community organizations, including Boy Scouts of America, Easley Exchange Club, Midget Football and Easley Football Jamboree. He was also treasurer of Pickens County Republican Party, was an officer of National Crushed Stone Association and had writings published by the National Bureau of Mines.
Mr. Alfred was “a kind and gentle man.”
Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Solveig Eid Alfred a son, Gary Robert Alfred, of Denver a daughter and son-in-law, Patti Alfred Giffin and Gordon Giffin, of Atlanta, a granddaughter, Kelley Virginia Giffin and a brother, Jack Alfred, of Tucson, Ariz. He was predeceased by a son, Charles Mark Alfred.
Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society. Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, Columbia, and Dillard Funeral Home of Pickens are handling arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Robert C. Alfred (SS# issued in IA) was born 28 September 1916, last residence Columbia, Richland Co.
See the obituary of his wife, Solveig Eid Alfred, in this compilation.
From Story County IA GenWeb: George H. Alfred m. Nancy Arrasmith in Story Co., IA, on 12 Dec 1861. Charles and Bessie Alfred are buried in McCallsburg Cemetery, also called Warren Township Cemetery.
From FindAGrave.com, Pleasant Grove Cemetery (also called Oak Grove), Ames, Story Co., IA:
George Hilling Alfred, b. 13 Feb 1821 in Belmont Co., OH; died 16 Sept 1904 in Story Co., IA.
Nancy Arrasmith Alfred b. 11 Feb 1835 in Putnam Co., IN; d. 23 Jan 1911 in Story Co., IA.
Nathaniel D. Alfred, 1862–22 May 1884—son of George and Nancy (Arrasmith) Alfred.
Florida Alfred, 1853–1883, daughter of George and first wife Anna (Milton) Alfred.
Lucy D. Alfred, 1878–1933, daughter of George and Nancy (Arrasmith) Alfred. WWI nurse.
1930 CENSUS
Milford (District 21), Story Co., IA, Dwelling #40:
Chas. Alfred head 61 IA US PA farmer
age at 1st marriage 42
Bessie wife 43 IA IL MI age at 1st marriage 24
Joe son 16 IA IA IA
Erwin son 14 IA IA IA
Robert son 13 IA IA IA
Jack son 8 IA IA IA
1920 CENSUS
Milford (District 196), Story Co., IA, Dwelling #73:
Charles Alfred head 50 IA IN OH farmer
Bessie wife 32 IA IL MI
Joseph A. son 5 IA IA IA
Ervin L. son 4-5/12 IA IA IA
Robert C. son 3-3/12 IA IA IA
Frank L. Shaw hired man 33 IL PA VA
1910 CENSUS
Milford (District 192), Story Co., IA, Dwelling #121:
Charles Alfred head 40 IA OH IN farmer
Nancy mother 75 IN KY KY 6 children, 5 living
Lucy sister 31 IA OH IN
Asa A. Arrasmith hired hand 39 IA KY OH
1900 CENSUS
Milford (District 116), Story Co., IA, Dwelling #87:
George Alfred head 79 b. Feb 1821 OH VA VA farmer
m. 38 years
Nancy wife 65 b. Feb 1835 IN KY KY 6 children, 5 living
William son 33 b. Mar 1867 IA OH IN single
Charles son 31 b. Jan 1869 IA OH IN single
Lucy dau 21 b. June 1879 IA OH IN single
1880 CENSUS
Milford (District 203), Story Co., IA, Dwelling #66:
Geo. Alfred head 60 OH VA VA farmer
Nancy wife 45 IN KY KY
Nathaniel D. son 17 IA OH IN
Eva dau 15 IA OH IN
William L. son 13 IA OH IN
Charles W. son 11 IA OH IN
Lizzie dau 7 IA OH IN
Lucy D. dau 1 IA OH IN
1870 CENSUS
Milford, Story Co., IA, Dwelling #61:
G.H. Alfred 49 OH farmer
Nancy 35 IN
Nathan D. 7 IA
Sarah E. 5 IA
Wm. L. 3 IA
Chas. N. 1 IA
1860 CENSUS
German, Keokuk Co., IA, Dwelling #2265:
William Alfred 41 OH farmer
George 39 OH farmer
Nathaniel 28 OH farmer
1850 CENSUS
Flushing, Belmont Co., OH, Dwelling #979:
George H. Alfred 28 OH farmer
Anna 24 OH
Joseph 3 OH
Alonzo 1 OH
Joseph Persons 12 OH
Flushing, Belmont Co., OH, Dwelling #982:
Thornton Alfred 56 VA farmer
Delila 57 VA
William 30 OH
Nancy 22 OH
Nathaniel 20 OH
Delila 15 OH
Jane 11 OH
Malissa 9 OH
His ALFRED lineage: Robert Charles 1916 IA1, Charles 1869 IA2, George Hilling 1821 OH3, Thornton 1794 VA4.
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ROBERT COLEMAN ALFORD
Father of Isaac Edwin Alford, AAFA #0389
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 10 September 1971
SOCIETY HILL [Darlington Co.]—Funeral services for Robert Coleman Alford, Sr., 84, will be conducted Friday at 5 p.m. in the Bethesda Baptist Church.... Burial will be in the church cemetery, directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Florence Delk of Society Hill, Mrs. Irene Williams of Camden, N.J., and Mrs. Janie Johnson of New York, N.Y.; four sons, Robert Alford, Jr. of New York, N.Y. Marion Alford of Darlington, Roland Alford of Society Hill and Issac [sic] Alford of Seattle, Wash., and eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Photo from Bethesda Baptist Church Cemetery, Society Hill, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patrick Yearty
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his children Alice Alford Bruce, Florence Alford Delk, Irene Elizabeth Alford Williams, and Roland Furman Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Isaac Edwin Alford in Washington Obituaries. Isaac’s In Remembrance, with extensive census data, is posted to AAFA’s Member Memorials.
From 1870 to 1920, this African-American family was enumerated on censuses in Society Hill, Darlington Co., SC.
They were not located on the 1860 census since they were probably slaves. The 1860 Slave Census for Darlington Co., SC, shows no Alford slave owners (slaves were not named but listed by age and sex only). A map published by Harper’s Weekly in November 1861 showed that 59% of the people in Darlington Co. were African-American.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #8.
His lineage: Robert Coleman 1886 SC1, Coleman 1846 SC2.
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ROBERT LEE ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 5 August 1943
Name: Robert Lee Alford
Parents: William McDonald & Sara Elizabeth Alford
Date of Birth/Age: age 73
Place of Birth: Dillon native
Date of Death: Saturday
Place of Death: Dillon, SC
Place of Burial: Alford Cemetery
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: From AAFA records, Robert Lee Alford was b. 16 Nov 1869.
See the obituaries of her parents, William McDonald Alford and Sarah Elizabeth McLean Alford; and siblings Annie Nash Alford, Douschka Marion Alford, Elizabeth Alford McLeod, Ella McDonald Alford, Julia Henrietta Alford, Mary Grace Alford, McPherson McLean Alford, Edwin Plummer Alford, and William Baskin Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Robert Lee 1869 SC1, William McDonald 1827 SC2, Neill Little 1799 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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ROBERT LEE ALFORD
ANDERSON INDEPENDENT-MAIL
Anderson, Anderson Co., SC—Friday, 27 February 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
April 8, 1935 – Feb. 25, 2004
ANDERSON—Robert “Bob” Lee Alford, 68, of 308 Greenville Lane died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2004, at his home.
Born in Anderson, he was a member of Central Baptist Church and was retired from Wamsutta Mill with 30 years of services.
Surviving are brothers, twin-brother, William Alford of Easley, George Alford of Atlanta, and John Alford of Eugene, Ore.
He was the widower of Nancy Bone Alford and the son of the late Wade Hampton Alford and Claudia Lee Parnell Alford.
Graveside services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at New Silverbook Cemetery…. The McDougald Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Photo from New Silver Brook Cemetery, Anderson, Anderson Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor L N M W H
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Robert L. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 8 April 1935.
See the obituaries of his wife, Nancy Lee Bone Suttles Alford; and parents, Wade Hampton Alford Jr. and Claudia Lee Parnell Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother John Wade Hampton in Oregon Obituaries.
Robert shares a gravestone with his parents.
1930 CENSUS
Savannah (District 45), Anderson Co., SC, Dwelling #51:
W. Hamp Alford head 53 SC SC SC age 19 at 1st marriage
farmer
Dora wife 53 GA GA GA age 19 at 1st marriage
Wade H. son 18 GA GA GA laborer
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Robert Lee 1935 SC1, Wade Hampton 1911 SC2, Wade Hampton 1876 GA3, David Bryan 1850 SC4, Lodwick 1802 NC5, Drury Cade 1767 NC6.
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ROBERT MARLIN ALFORD
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—_____ February 2015
Col (Ret.) Robert Marlin Alford of Irmo, SC, died February 10, 2015 at the age of 74 with his wife and sons by his side at Newberry County Hospital in Newberry, SC.
He was the son of Marlin W. and Clara Alford.
He is survived by his wife, Louise Alford of 52 years; sons, Robert Marlin Alford, Jr. (and his wife, Marcy) of Simpsonville, SC, Wyman Bradly Alford (and his wife, Amanda) of Charlotte, NC; and five grandchildren, Walker, Sam, Ana, Rachel, and Joanna. He is also survived by a sister, Marcia Anderson, of Simpsonville, SC.
He was a true American patriot devoted to his country, his family and his faith. Born in Commerce, GA, he spent much of his early life in Eatonton, GA before moving to Milledgeville where he completed Georgia Military College. He went on to the University of Georgia graduating in 1962 and was commissioned in the United States Army. Bob’s 30 year career led him to assignments in Germany, Fort Gordon, Georgia, Fort Benning, Georgia, two combat tours in Vietnam, several tours at Fort Jackson, SC, Seoul, South Korea and numerous positions in the 108th Training Division in South and North Carolina. His military education included the Infantry Officers Advance Course, Command and General Staff College, and the Army War College. He also received a master’s degree in management from Webster University. He retired from active service in 1993. His awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star with V device for Valor, two awards of the Army commendation Medal, the Air Medal, the Vietnam Cross for Gallantry, and the Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze service stars. He also earned the Combat Infantryman’s Badge and the Parachutist Badge. In 1970, he was wounded in combat in Vietnam and was awarded the Purple Heart.
Bob was a faithful and a long-time member of Shandon Baptist Church. He was active in the church and worked with youth ministry programs when his children were young and in the home. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as playing all forms of racquet sports. He had a zest of life that led him to travel with Louise to six continents and over 70 foreign countries. He even rode his motorcycle to the great bike rally in Sturgis, South Dakota. His enthusiasm and love of life will be missed.
A memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 14, 2015, at Shandon Baptist Church….
Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA at a later date….
Photo from Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co., VA—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Margo Payton
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Robert Marlin 1940 GA1, Marlin Walker 1912 GA2, William Thomas 1884 GA3, Elisha H. 1856 GA4, John Allen 1815 GA5, William 1794 NC6, Kinchen 1768 NC7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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ROBERT MORRIS ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 13 May 1979
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ May 1979) dates of Robert Alford (SS# issued in SC), last benefit Columbia, Richland Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his mother, Bertie Lee Alford, with census reports; and siblings Charles Edward Alford, Pearl Alford Masters, and Rudoph Carey Alford Jr. in this compilation.
From SSACI: Robert Morris Alford was born 13 March 1938 in Mount Holly, SC, son of Rudolph C. Alford and Bertie Lee.
His lineage: Robert Morris 1938 SC1, Rudolph Carey 1905 NC2, Morris Brown/Browning 1877 NC3, John H. ???? NC4.
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ROLAND FURMAN ALFORD
Brother of Isaac Edwin Alford, AAFA #0389
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 24 April 2008
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
BISHOPVILLE [Lee Co.]—Funeral services for Mr. Roland Furman Alford of Bishopville, formerly of Society Hill, will be noon Friday, April 25, 2008, at Bethesda Baptist Church, Society Hill.... Burial will follow in the church cemetery, directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home Inc., Darlington.
Mr. Alford, 89, died Monday, April 21 at the residence after an illness. He was born a deaf/mute in Society Hill, a son of the late Pauline Gandy Alford and Robert Coleman Alford.
He attended The School for the Deaf and Blind of Cedar Springs. Graduating with honors class of 1936.
At an early age, he joined Bethesda Baptist Church and later joined Emmanuel Baptist Church, Hartsville.
Surviving are his sisters, Irene A. Williams, Florence A. Delk and Janie A. Johnson, all of Bishopville; numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by three brothers, Robert, Marion and Isaac Alford; and a sister, Alice A. Bruce.
The family is receiving friends at the home of a sister, Florence Delk of 816 Mansville St. Charles Road, Bishopville.
Photo from Bethesda Baptist Church Cemetery, Society Hill, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patrick Yearty
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of of his father, Robert Coleman Alford; and his sisters Alice Alford Bruce, Florence Alford Delk, and Irene Elizabeth Alford Williams in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Isaac Edwin Alford in Washington Obituaries. Isaac’s In Remembrance, with extensive census data, is posted to AAFA’s Member Memorials.
From 1870 to 1920, this African-American family was enumerated on censuses in Society Hill, Darlington Co., SC.
They were not located on the 1860 census since they were probably slaves. The 1860 Slave Census for Darlington Co., SC, shows no Alford slave owners (slaves were not named but listed by age and sex only). A map published by Harper’s Weekly in November 1861 showed that 59% of the people in Darlington Co. were African-American.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #8.
His lineage: Roland Furman 1918 SC1, Robert Coleman 1886 SC2, Coleman 1846 SC3.
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RONALD MICHAEL ALFORD
TIMES AND DEMOCRAT
Orangeburg, Orangeburg Co., SC—Wednesday, 27 April 2016
Ronald Michael Alford, 68, of 3250 Cordova Road, Cordova, died Monday, April 25, 2016, at his residence.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Thompson Funeral Home Inc. in Orangeburg is assisting the family.
He was born June 21, 1947, in San Francisco, the son of the late Clifford Thomas Alford Jr. and the late Helen Elizabeth Karas Alford Hoekstra. He served in the U.S. Navy and was retired from the State of California and the San Juan School District in Sacramento, California.
Survivors include his wife, Debra Ann Spernak of the home; two daughters, Tracy Taylor and Mylein Voorhees, both of Northern California; and three grandchildren, Joshua, Haley and Michaela.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 128 Stonemark Lane, Columbia, SC 29210….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
We included the obituaries of his father, Clifford Thomas “Bud” Alford, in New Mexico Obituaries; and of his brother Alan Vincent Alford in California Obituaries.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Charles Alford (1790 NC–1858 IL) & Mary Elizabeth Tipton.
His lineage: Ronald Michael 1947 CA1, Clifford Thomas 1924 CA2, Clifford Thomas 1897 CA3, Thomas Newton 1860 IL4, Matthew Nelson 1819 AL5, Charles 1790 NC6.
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RONALD R. ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 20 July 2008
COLUMBIA—A memorial service for Ronald Alford will be held 3:00 p.m. Monday in the Leevy’s Funeral Home, Taylor Street Chapel.
Surviving are his wife, Viola B. Alford; sons, Ronald and Alfonso Alford, Kyle Barton and Robert Lee Henderson; daughters, Jasmine Alford, Lisa Conners and Cyra Henderson Bouie; mother, Ruth Alford; brother, Jack Alford; sister, Deborah Woodard.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ronald R. Alford (SS# issued in NY) was born 24 Oct 1947 and died 16 July 2008, last residence Irmo, Richland Co., SC.
See the obituary of his father, Jack Alford, in this compilation.
Leevy’s Funeral Home serves the African-American community.
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ROSA ANGELINE HUGGINS ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Wednesday, 6 November 1985
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Rose Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 December 1906 [different than gravestone] and died _____ Nov 1985, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Allen Marvin Alford; and sons Dan Allen Alford, Leroy Earl Alford, Quincy Asberry Alford, and Vernon Lee Alford in this compilation.
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ROSA LEE ALLEN TYLER ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 24 December 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
GALIVANTS FERRY [Horry Co.]—Rosa Lee Allen Tyler Alford, 81, died Friday, December 22, 2006 at Marion County Medical Center after an illness.
Mrs. Alford was born November 23, 1925 in Horry County, a daughter of the late John and Callie Mae Alford Allen.
She was a homemaker and a member of Bayboro Baptist Church.
Mrs. Alford was predeceased by her husband, P.P. Tyler Sr.
Surviving Mrs. Alford are two sons, William Edward “Ed” Tyler of Galivants Ferry and Robert Jackson “Jack” Tyler of Marion; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a sister, Elsie Mae Rabon of Myrtle Beach; and two brothers, Smithey Allen of Loris and Culbert “Cub” Allen of Mullins.
Graveside services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, December 24, 2006 in Bayboro Baptist Church Cemetery.... The services will be directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins.
Photo from Bayboro Baptist Church Cemetery, Bayboro, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, rdsxfan
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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ROSA LOUISE ALFORD
Lancaster Funeral Home & Cremation Service
Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—_____ April 2014
LANCASTER—Rosa Louise “Rosie” Alford, 44, of Lancaster passed away Monday, April 28, 2014 at Springs Memorial Hospital.
She was born September 11, 1969 in Lancaster, a daughter of Donza Lee Alford and Nancy Carolyn Starnes Alford. She was a member of Pleasant Dale Baptist Church. She was a loving daughter, sister and aunt. She loved her toy animals, rocking in her chair and music. Rosie loved “hugs and kisses.”
A service to celebrate the life of Rosie will be held Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 3:00 pm at Pleasant Dale Baptist Churc…. Entombment will be in the Lancaster Memorial Park Mausoleum.
Rosie is survived by her parents, Donza Lee Alford and Nancy S. Alford of Lancaster; a sister, Donna McManus and her husband Phil; a niece, Bre Stroud and her husband Sean of Lancaster; and a nephew, Justin McManus of Lancaster.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at Lancaster Funeral Home and other times at the home of Donna and Phil McManus….
In another article:
LANCASTER NEWS
Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—Wednesday, 30 April 2014
Rosa Louise “Rosie” Alford, 44, of Lancaster passed away Monday, April 28, 2014 at Springs Memorial Hospital.
She was born Sept. 11, 1969, in Lancaster, a daughter of Donza Lee Alford and Nancy Carolyn Starnes Alford.
She was a member of Pleasant Dale Baptist Church. She was a loving daughter, sister and aunt. She loved her toy animals, rocking in her chair and music. Rosie loved “hugs and kisses.”
A service to celebrate the life of Rosie is 3 p.m. today, April 30, at Pleasant Dale Baptist Church…. Entombment will be in the Lancaster Memorial Park Mausoleum.
Rosie is survived by her parents, Donza Lee Alford and Nancy S. Alford, of Lancaster; a sister, Donna McManus and her husband, Phil; a niece, Bre Stroud and her husband, Sean, of Lancaster; and a nephew, Justin McManus of Lancaster….
Photo from Lancaster Memorial Park, Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, cev
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her mother, Nancy Carolyn Starnes Alford; and paternal grandparents, Thomas Branford “Branty” Alford and Rose Ella Allen Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Rosa Louise 1969 SC1, Donza Lee ???? SC2, Thomas Branford 1906 SC3, Lewis H. 1868 SC4, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC5, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC6, John B. 1780 NC7, William 1760 NC8.
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ROSA MAE ALFORD SIMMONS
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 11 January 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
SUMTER [Sumter Co.]—Services for Rosa Mae Alford Simmons, 94, will be held on Monday at Mt. Pisgah AME Church with burial in Walker Cemetery.
Born in Clio [Marlboro Co.] to James and Nancy Allen Alford, she died on January 8, 2004.
Survivors include her sons, Ezekiel and Rev. Dr. Daniel Simmons, Sr.; a sister, Ruth McClain; three grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Rosa A. Simmons (SS# issued in SC) was born 15 July 1908, last residence Sumter, Sumter Co.
1930 CENSUS
Clio (District 12), Marlboro Co., SC, Dwelling #6:
Frank Alford head B 45 SC SC SC cotton seed oil mill laborer
age 20 at 1st marriage
Nancy E. wife B 46 SC SC SC laundress, private home
age 21 at 1st marriage
Rosa M. dau B 20 SC SC SC
Ruth dau B 13 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Red Bluff (District 127), Marlboro Co., SC, Dwelling #231:
Frank Alford head B 41 SC SC SC farmer
Ellen wife B 40 SC SC SC
Jackson son B 16 SC SC SC
Lunnie son B 13 SC SC SC
Rosa M. dau B 11 SC SC SC
Ruth dau B 3 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Red Bluff (District 84), Marlboro Co., SC, Dwelling #547:
Frank Alford head B 35 SC SC SC farmer
1st marriage 10 years
Nancy wife B 30 SC SC SC # of children blank
Jackson son B 6 SC SC SC
Lynn son B 5 SC SC SC
Ethel dau B 11/12 SC SC SC
Over these three censuses Frank’s year of birth ranged from 1875 to 1885. There were Frank Alfords in 1900 but the varying birth year makes identification impossible.
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ROSE ELLA ALLEN ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 1 February 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
GALIVANTS FERRY—Mrs. Rose Ella Allen Alford, 91, widow of Thomas Branty Alford, died Friday, January 30, 2004, in Marion Nursing Center after an illness.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, February 2, 2004, at the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home.... Burial will follow in Gethsemane Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.Mrs.
Mrs. Alford was born July 17, 1912, in Horry County, and was the daughter of the late Woodard and Rosie Graham Allen. She was a homemaker and a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church.
Surviving are her children, Eloise Alford Johnson of Lancaster, Paul Lester (Mae) Alford of Lancaster, Donza Lee (Nancy) Alford of Lancaster, Rosie Alford (Carl, Jr.) Lewis of Loris, and Roger Lee (Debbie) Alford of Galivants Ferry; twelve grandchildren; and nineteen great-grandchildren.
A son, Junior Alford, and a son-in-law, Lester Johnson, preceded her in death.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Rosa A. Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Marion, Marion Co.
See the obituaries of her husband, Thomas Branford “Branty” Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; son Paul Lester Alford; and granddaughter Rosa Louise Alford in this compilation.
The death date on her gravestone is 17 July 1913, probably incorrect.
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ROSE M. ALFORD ROBINSON
Rose Alford Robinson
November 4, 1932–September 8, 2016
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Monday, 12 September 2016
COLUMBIA—A private family service will be held 2:00 pm Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at the JP Holley Funeral Home - Columbia Chapel. Mrs. Robinson passed away on September 08, 2016.
Those left to share and cherish her fond memories are her daughter Juan Robinson; granddaughter, Kelly Robinson-Cook, and a host of other loving family and friends whom will miss her dearly.
Photo from Rose Hill Memorial Gardens, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susan Rogerson Perhala-Horry County Cemeteries
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
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ROSALEE ALFORD MOUZON
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 5 July 2009
MT. PLEASANT—Entered into eternal rest on the evening of Friday, July 3, 2009 following a courageous battle with breast cancer. Rosalee Alford Mouzon, 75, widow of the late Merrill Lesley Mouzon, residence, Mt. Pleasant, SC. The relatives and friends of Mrs. Mouzon are invited to attend her Memorial Service Tuesday, July 7, 2009 at First Baptist Church of Mt. Pleasant at 11:00 o’clock. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends immediately following the Memorial Service in the church Fellowship Hall. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr Inc., Mount Pleasant Chapel.
Mrs. Mouzon was born October 26, 1933 in Marion, SC, daughter of the late Eugene and Clara Alford. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Mt. Pleasant, the Sweet Magnolia’s Red Hat Society and the North Charleston Exchange Auxiliary. Rosalee was a special and giving person who was very much loved and will be deeply missed.
She is survived by four daughters, Cheryll (Bo) Stallings, Brenda (Tom Horn) Dorman, and Leslie (Ed) O’Donnoghue, all of Mt. Pleasant, SC and Karen (Roger) Bryant of Irmo, SC; two adopted daughters, Sherrill (John) Spieler of Oceanside, CA and Carolyn (Mike) Fischer of Tyler, TX; three brothers, Jerry (Evelyn) Alford of James Island, SC, Aubrey (Ouida) Alford of Cordell, GA, and Smith Alford of Seneca, SC. Affectionately known as “Mema,” she also had eight grandchildren and one greatgrandchild.
She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Malcolm Alford and Tommy Alford and a sister, Muriel Buckmaster.
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 681 McCants Drive, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464.
A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Rosalee Alford Mouzon (SS# issued in SC), last residence Mount Pleasant, Charleston Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Eugene A. Alford and Clara Smith Alford; and siblings Malcolm Eugene Alford, Muriel Alford Buckmaster, and Tommy Bloyce Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Rosalee 1933 SC1, Eugene A. 1898 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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ROZINA COX ALFORD WEST
HORRY INDEPENDENT
Conway, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 17 July 2008
Services for Rozina Cox West, 67, were held yesterday in White Savannah Freewill Baptist Church, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway chapel.
Ms. West died Sunday [July 13] in Conway Medical Center.
Born in Conway, she was a daughter of the late Furman and Rosa Tindall Cox. She was a member of White Savannah Freewill Baptist Church.
Ms. West was predeceased by a sister, Mary Ann Kendrick; and a brother, Bud Cox.
Surviving are a son, William Alford of Conway; two daughters, Sylvia Milburn and her husband Dewayne, and Wanda Styles and herhusband Tommy of Conway; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a brother, J.D. Tindall; and a sister, Peggy Pryor and her husband Charles of Conway….
Photo from White Savannah Freewill Baptist Church, Homewood, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Rozina Cox West (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 Aug 1940, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Leroy Earl Alford; and son William Earl Alford in this compilation.
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ROY STEPHENS ALFORD, III
AAFA #0529
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—4 November 2011
LEXINGTON–Roy S. Alford III died Wednesday, November 2, 2011.
Born in Milledgeville, GA, February, 27, 1935, he was the son of the late Agnes Drennan Alford and Roy Stephens Alford Jr. He was a graduate of Georgia Military College and Southern Technical College of Georgia with a degree in civil engineering. After graduation, Roy worked for the Georgia Highway Department before moving to Columbia. He was a former sergeant in the Georgia National Guard. He had retired from Alford Construction Company, formerly of Lexington, SC, Peck Management, Daytona Beach, FL. He was currently partner in Southeastern Organic, LLC. He was a member of Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church.
He is survived by his fun-loving wife of 37 years, Emily Blackwelder Alford. He is also survived by sons, Steve (Donna) Alford, Charlie (Scotti) Alford; stepchildren, Daryl (Nora) Neely, Rhonda (Jerry) Branham and Sharon Hash; and his sister, Julia Alford (Don) Duke of Griffin, GA. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his family, he is survived by his loving dog, Toby. Roy loved and lived life to the fullest and he will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know him.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 4, 2011, at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel. The service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Bush River Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum Chapel, 5400 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC….
Photo from Bush River Memorial Gardens, Irmo, Lexington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Sam Murray
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his father, Roy Stephens Alford Jr., in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Roy Stephens 1935 GA1, Roy Stephens 1908 GA2, Roy Stephens 1879 GA3, Allen Stephens 1848 GA4, John Allen 1815 GA5, William 1794 NC6, Kinchen 1768 NC7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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ROY STEPHENS ALFORD, JR.
Father of Roy Stephens Alford III, AAFA #0529
ATLANTA CONSTITUTION
Atlanta, Fulton Co., GA—Monday, 13 November 1961
Photo from Oak Hill Cemetery, Griffin, Spalding Co., GA—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Risa
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Roy Alford (SS# issued in GA) was born 12 March 1908 and died _____ Nov 1961, last residence not listed.
See the obituary of his son Roy Stephens Alford III in this compilation.
Roy’s middle initial in his obituary is incorrect.
Wedding announcement:
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Sunday, 8 January 1933
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Roy Stephens 1908 GA1, Roy Stephens 1879 GA2, Allen Stephens 1848 GA3, John Allen 1815 GA4, William 1794 NC5, Kinchen 1768 NC6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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RUBY ALFORD MCCRACKIN
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 1 December 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Mrs. Ruby Alford McCrackin, 89, widow of Bliss McCrackin, died Tuesday, November 30, 2004, in Commander Nursing Center after an illness.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, December 2 at the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Devotion Gardens Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
Mrs. McCrackin was born May 14, 1915, in Horry County, a daughter of the late Daniel Mayberry Alford and the late Mattie Turner Alford. Mrs. McCrackin retired as a supervisor with Russell Stover Candy Co. She was a member of North Mullins Baptist Church.
Surviving Mrs. McCrackin are: 5 daughters: Ruby Eaddy and her husband, Legette of Lake City, Barbara Anthony and her husband, James of Miami, Fla., Greta Van Riper and her husband, Jerry of Rome, Ga., Evan Hinds and her husband, Donald of Silver Spring, Md., and Miriam Smyles and her husband, Gerald of Crofton, Md.; 16 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and a brother, D.M. Alford of Galivants Ferry.
Mrs. McCrackin was predeceased by a son, William McArthur “Mac” McCrackin and a daughter, Cindy Fowler….
Photos from Devotion Gardens, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Ron Rowell
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Ruby McCrackin (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituaries of her siblings Daniel Mayberry “D.M.” Alford, Julius Thomas Alford, Esta Mae Alford Hardwick, and Ethel M. Alford Shelley in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Ruby 1915 SC1, Daniel Mayberry 1883 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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RUBY BLANCH RICHARDSON ALFORD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 30 June 1994
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
GALIVANTS FERRY [Horry Co.]—Ruby Blanche Alford, 86, died Tuesday [June 28] in a local hospital. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. today in Gethsemane Freewill Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Goldfinch’s Conway Chapel, will be in Rehobeth Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born in Galivants Ferry, a daughter of Willard Henry and Laura Hickman Richardson. She was a member of Gethsemane Freewill Baptist Church of the Pentecostal Faith.
Surviving are three sons, James Alford and David Alford, both of Galivants Ferry, and Jerry Alford of Conway; four daughters, Nora Hyman and Naomi Gunter, both of Galivants Ferry, and Mary Altman and Nell Todd, both of Conway; a brother, Bunion Richardson of Moncks Corner; eight sisters, Nellie Jordan of Conway, Estelle Lawson, Myrtice Skipper, Vick Squires, Neta Belle Thompkins, Julie Thompkins and Betty Lawson, all of Galivants Ferry, and Elbertine Roberts of Charleston; and 23 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ruby B. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 17 June 1908, but her death date is apparently listed incorrectly as [Wednesday,] 15 June 1994.
See the obituary of her husband, Alex Ander Alford Sr., which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and son James William Alford Sr. in this compilation.
Her middle name is spelled Blanch on her gravestone.
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RUBY STROMAN HALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 3 April 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Fall 1998
SPRINGFIELD [Orangeburg Co.]—Service for Ruby Stroman Halford, 81, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Samaria Missionary Baptist Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation is noon–7 p.m. Saturday at Fulmer’s Funeral Home. Mrs. Halford died Wednesday [April 1].
Born in Springfield, she was the daughter of the late Amelia Stroman Bennett. She was married to the late Arthur Halford.
Surviving are daughters, Viola Thompson and Sallie Ruth Trowell of Springfield; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grand- children; two great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Daisy Corbitt of Springfield.
In another article:
AUGUSTA CHRONICLE
Augusta, GA—Friday, 3 April 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Fall 1998
SPRINGFIELD, S.C.—Mrs. Ruby Stroman Halford, 81, of 118 McKinley Road, died Wednesday, April 1, 1998, at her residence.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Samaria Missionary Baptist Church..... Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Halford, a native of Springfield, was a homemaker and a member of Samaria Missionary Baptist Church, where she served on the usher board. She attended Orangeburg County Public Schools.
Survivors include two daughters, Viola Thompson and Sallie Ruth Trowell, both of Springfield; and seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be her grandsons.
Friends may call at the residence or at Fulmer’s Funeral Home....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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RUBY WILKES TAYLOR ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 18 December 1990
Mrs. Ruby Wilkes Alford, 69, widow of C.L. Alford, died Friday [December 14].
Born in Brownsville [Marlboro Co.], she was a daughter of the late Arch and Ida Huggins Wilkes. She was a retired textile worker and a member of Dillon Pentecostal Holiness Church. She was first married to the late J.D. [John Delton] Taylor.
Surviving are a son, Alex Taylor, Moore Haven, Fla; stepsons; Wayne Alford, Dillon, Jerry and Johnny Alford, both of Aynor, Jimmy Alford, Danville, Va., and Bill Alford, Charlotte, N.C; a step daughter, Ms. Cathy Alford, Danville; a brother, Carl Wilkes, Dillon; a sister, Mrs. Mellie Taylor, High Point, North Carolina.
Services were held Sunday at Kannaday Funeral Home, Dillon, with burial in Greenlawn Cemetery.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ruby Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 29 December 1921, but her gravestone says 29 January 1921.
See the obituary of her second husband, Colon L. Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone, in this compilation.
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RUDOLPH CAREY ALFORD, JR.
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—18 April 1991
Included in AAFA ACTION, September 1991
PELION [Lexington Co.]—Rudolph Carey Alford Jr., a retired repairman and manager for The Apparel Industry, died Monday in a local hospital.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in Carolina Memorial Gardens. Burial will be directed by Stuhr’s Greenridge Road Chapel.
Mr. Alford was born Jan. 8, 1933, in Pinewood, a son of Rudolph C. Alford and Bertie Lee Alford. He was a Baptist.
Surviving are his mother of Johnsonville; three sons, Chuck Alford of Pelion, Randy R. Woodbury of Conway and Anthony Rudd of St George; a daughter, Dennis Mitchell.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Arlene Bolyn Alford Woodbury; son Charles Edward “Chuck” Alford; mother, Bertie Lee Alford, with census reports; and siblings Charles Edward Alford, Pearl Alford Masters, and Robert Morris Alford in this compilation.
His lineage: Rudolph Carey 1933 SC1, Rudolph Carey 1905 NC2, Morris Brown/Browning 1877 NC3, John H. ???? NC4.
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RUFUS ARNOLD ALFORD, JR.
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 4 April 1976
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
GAILVANTS FERRY [Horry Co.]—R.A. Alford Jr., 49, a farmer and contractor, died Friday [April 2] in a Mullins hospital after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 4 p.m. Sunday in the Gethsemane Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Methodist Rehobeth Church Cemetery, directed by Meares Mortuary of Mullins.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of the late Rufus A. and Hattie Lane Alford. He was a World War II veteran and a member of the Gethsemane Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Betty Jo Thompkins Alford of Galivants Ferry; a son, Randy L. Alford of Galivants Ferry and the University of South Carolina; two daughters, Mrs. Jack (Brenda) Jenrette and Mrs. Johnny (Peggy) Williams, both of Loris; five sisters, Mrs. C.B. (Ernestine) Liles of Irmo, Mrs. Carlisle (Eula) Barnhill of Marion, Mrs. Otis (Estaline) Williams of Loris; Mrs. Jack (Lucille) Dempsey of Jackson, Mich., and Mrs. Woodrow (Eloise) Perritt of Galivants Ferry.
Photos from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Rufus Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 24 May 1926.
See the obituaries of his mother, Harriet Walker Lane Alford; and sisters Estaline Alford Williams and Eula C. Alford Barnhill in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Rufus Arnold 1926 SC1, Rufus Arnold 1882 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John 1765 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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RUSSELL GATLIN HALFORD
SAVANNAH MORNING NEWS
Savannah, GA—Wednesday, 14 January 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
RIDGELAND [Jasper Co.], SC—Russell Gatlin Halford, 59, died on Monday, January 12, 2004.
Funeral services were held on Thursday at Ridgeland Baptist Church in Ridgeland, South Carolina. Burial was in Ridgeland Cemetery. Saul’s Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Survivors include one son, James Paul Halford, and one daughter, January Leigh Halford.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Russell G. Halford (SS# issued in SC in 1959) was born 3 April 1944, last residence Ridgeland, Beaufort Co. [?], SC.
See the obituary of his mother, Margaret Gatlin Halford, in this compilation.
Find A Grave photographers searched for but could not find a gravestone for Russell on 12 Jan 2013 and again 19 July 2013.
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RUTH ALLFORD BAILEY ANDREWS
TIMES AND DEMOCRAT
Orangeburg, Orangeburg Co., SC—Tuesday, 13 January 1981
Photo from Mizpah Cemetery, Florence, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Barbara Lehman
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ruth Andrews (SS# issued in SC) was born 22 May 1893 and died _____ Jan 1981, last residence Florence, Florence Co., SC.
We included the obituaries of her mother, Bonnie Inez Cain Alford; and siblings Hyacintha Allford Jones, John Jefferys Allford, Marie Elizabeth Allford Foster, and Mittie Allford Wiggins in Virginia Obituaries.
Members of this family spell their last name Alford and Allford.
Her lineage: Ruth 1893 SC1, Caldwell Reuben 1867 SC2, John Calhoun 1818 SC3.
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RUTH ALFORD JONES
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 7 March 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Fall 1998
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Services for Ruth Jones, 74, will be held at 1 p.m. today at New Holly United Methodist Church in Little Rock, with burial in Free Rock Church cemetery in Clio. House of Thomas Funeral Home is in charge.
Mrs. Jones died Monday [March 2]. Born in Dillon County, she was a daughter of the late Beatrice Alford. She was a member of New Covenant Free Rock Church.
Surviving are: sons, Wade, Henry, Jerry and Willie Jones, all of Dillon; daughters, Yvonne Davis of Dillon and Helen McCall of New York; adopted daughter, Edith Brock of Washington, D.C.; 46 grand-; 65 great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
The House of Thomas Funeral Home traditionally serves the African-American community.
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RUTH ARD ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 17 May 2015
May 9, 1930–May 14, 2015
Ruth Ard Alford age 85, died Thursday, May 14, 2015 at Tidelands Community Hospice House [Georgetown, SC].
Born in Hopewell, VA, she was a daughter of the late Ozell and Louise Ard. Before retiring Ruth and her husband Harold owned the Shangri-La Motel in Myrtle Beach. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Alford.
Survivors include 2 sons, Mark Alford and his wife Cricket of Murrells Inlet and James A. Alford of Myrtle Beach; grandchildren, Wade and Tessa Alford; a daughter in law, Doreen Alford of Burgess; 3 sisters and 1 brother.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, May 18, 2015 at Ocean Woods Cemetery….
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
Photos from Ocean Woods Memorial Cemetery, Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Harold Booth Alford, in this compilation.
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RUTH CHRISTINE ALFORD HANSEN
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 22 February 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC—Ruth Alford Hansen, 88, died Friday, February 20, 2015, at Myrtle Beach Estates, 3620 Happy Woods Court in Myrtle Beach, under the care of Beacon Hospice.
Mrs. Hansen was born in Georgetown County on October 11, 1926, a daughter of William Capers Alford, Sr. and Lillie Idell Finklea Alford. She graduated from Georgetown County schools and married Ralph John Hansen, Sr. on January 20, 1945. Mrs. Hansen was a faithful member of Trinity Lutheran Church.
In addition to her husband of Georgetown, surviving are: a son, Ralph John Hansen, Jr. (Linda) of Richmond Hill, Ga.; a daughter, Teresa Powell (TD) of Santee; five grandchildren, Roslyn H. Woehrman (Scott) and Ralph John Hansen, III, both of Bremerton, Wash., Christina L. Powell of Phoenix, Ariz., Christine C. Hansen of Richmond Hill, Ga.; and Angela P. Ball (Mel) of Santee; two great-granddaughters; a brother, William Cole Alford (Authurleen) of Georgetown; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, and in-laws.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Hansen was preceded in death by: her sister, Myrtle Alford McConnell; and six brothers, Thomas Adey Alford, Clyde Albert Alford, Daniel Benjamin Alford, Washington Capers Alford, Capers W. Alford, and George Hugene Alford.
Funeral services will be held at eleven o’clock on Monday morning, February 23, 2015, at Trinity Lutheran Church…. Burial will follow at Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens....
The Georgetown Chapel of Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements….
Photo from Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, William Capers Alford and Lillie Finklea Alford; and siblings Capers Washington Alford, Clyde Albert Alford, George Hugene Alford, Myrtle Juliette Alford McConnell, Thomas Adey Alford, and William Cole Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Daniel Benjamin Alford in Florida Obituaries.
Her middle name is from her funeral home memorial.
Her lineage: Ruth Christine 1926 SC1, William Capers 1877 SC2, Bryant W. 1842 SC3.
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RUTH CORINNE ALFORD BURNS MCDONALD
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—_____ March 2018
Ruth Alford McDonald, widow of Fred N. McDonald, of Greenville, died Thursday, March 8, 2018.
Born in Charleston, SC, she was the daughter of the late Wardie Bishop and Corine Watkins Alford. Ruth was a member of Buncombe Street United Methodist Church.
She is survived by three daughters, Pamela McDonald Cook (Lee), Beth McDonald, and Becky McDonald Barnhill (Tony); three grandchildren, James Cook, Jr. (Bowen), John Cook, and Elizabeth Anne Barnhill; and a great grandchild, Eloise Summerour Cook.
…. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituaries of her parents, Wardie Bishop Alford Sr. and Corinne Watkins Alford; and siblings Wardie Bishop Alford Jr. and William Edward Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her sister Betty Lou Alford Johnson in Texas Obituaries.
Engagement announcement:
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 2 August 1942
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Ruth Corinne 1924 SC1, Wardie Bishop 1893 SC2, William Edward 1855 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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RUTH MARGARET HALFORD CAMPBELL
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Thursday, 8 January 2004
SPARTANBURG, SC—Ruth Halford Campbell, 87, of 425 South Church Street, died Wednesday, January 7, 2004, at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center.
She was born August 10, 1916, in Spartanburg County to the late James Walter and Emma Gibbs Halford and was the wife of the late Algie R. Campbell, Sr. She was a charter member of St. James United Methodist Church, a graduate of Duncan High School, and was retired from the Leader Department Store with over 40 years of service.
Survivors include two sons, Algie R. Campbell, Jr. of Manteo, NC, and Ronny N. Campbell of Greer, SC; a brother, Dewey D. Halford of Spartanburg; two sisters, Frances H. Eledge of Spartanburg, and Geraldine H. Palmer of Cincinnati, OH; six grandsons; and ten great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by a sister, Juanita H. Hopkins; and by a brother, James E. Halford.
…. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. at the Church…. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park….
Photo from Woodlawn Memorial Park, Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Chris & Julie Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Ruth H. Campbell (SS# issued in NC), last residence Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC.
See the obituaries of siblings James Edward Halford (with census reports) and Juanita Halford Hopkins in this compilation.
From SSACI: Ruth Margaret Halford Campbell was born 10 Aug 1916 in Glendale, SC, daughter of James W. Halford and Emma Gibbs.
Her HALFORD lineage, in part from Dyer Family Tree on Ancestry: Ruth Margaret 1916 SC1, James Walter 1892 NC2, Samuel Zebulon Columbus 1862 NC3, John Wesley 1837 NC4, Thomas Jefferson 1802 NC5, John 1765 VA6, John 1745 ??7.
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RUTH JANE MARTIN ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 8 September 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
MYRTLE BEACH [Horry Co.]—Ruth Jane Martin Alford, 91, of Mill Pond Road, wife of the late Elbert Alford died Thursday, September 7, 2006 at Conway Manor.
Mrs. Alford was born May 26, 1915 in Horry County, a daughter of the late Fernie and Mary Johnson Martin.
She was a member of Pleasant Union Baptist Church.
Mrs. Alford was predeceased by one son, Hoye E. Alford; two daughters, Retha Mae Royals and Willa Mae Hardwick; two grandchildren, Ricky Royals and Kim R. Cooper; five brothers, James Martin, Dillon Martin, Joe Martin, Clarence Martin and Hubert Martin; and one sister, Retha Mae Martin.
Surviving are two daughters, Mary A. King of Jacksonville, Fla. and Norma A. Beverly and her companion, Scott Holman of Myrtle Beach; one sister, Georgianna Graham of Galivants Ferry; 17 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, September 10, 2006 at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel.... Burial will follow in Rehobeth United Methodist Church Cemetery....
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Photo from Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituaries of her husband, Hoye Elbert Alford Sr., and children Hoye Elbert Alford Jr. and Willa Mae Alford Hardwick in this compilation.
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RUTH MCKENZIE PHILLIPS ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Monday, 25 October 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Ruth Alford, age 85, wife of the late Woodrow Alford, passed away Saturday, Oct. 23, 2004 at Conway Nursing Center following an illness.
Mrs. Alford was born in St. Pauls North Carolina, a daughter of the late Rufus and Carrie Snow McKenzie. She was predeceased by one son Jimmy Phillips.
Surviving Mrs. Alford are two daughters, Betty Dent of Hemingway, and Frances Owen of Poquoson, Va.; one brother, Billy McKenzie of St. Pauls, N.C., and 14 grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, at Palmetto Funeral Home…. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery….
Palmetto Funeral Home of Hwy. 378, Conway, is handling arrangements.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ruth M. Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 5 July 1919, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
Both the birth and death dates on her gravestone conflict with SSDI records and her obituary.
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RUTH MCLAURIN ALFORD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Monday, 21 June 1993
LITTLE ROCK—Mrs. Ruth McLaurin Alford, 87, homemaker, died June 19, 1993, at Dundee Nursing Home in Bennettsville [Marlboro Co., SC]. Funeral is 5 p.m. today at Carolina Presbyterian Church. Whitner-Evans of Bennettsville is in charge.
Survivors are her daughter, Mrs. Lillie Van Riper of Arlington, Va.; sister, Mrs. Edith McRimmon of Rowland, N.C.; grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to Carolina Presbyterian Church, care of Bentley Hardaway, Route 1, Box 282, Dillon, S.C. 29536.
Photo from Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Carolina, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Ruth M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 15 Oct 1905, last residence Bennettsville, Marlboro Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Joseph Grady Alford; and son James Duncan Alford in this compilation.
From her Find A Grave memorial: She was the daughter of Duncan McLaurin and Lillie Parrish.
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RUTLEDGE CLEVELAND “BUBBA” ALFORD
Uncle of Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
Photo from Mayer Funeral Home
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 25 March 2015
ANDREWS—Rutledge C. “Bubba” Alford, 93, died Thursday, March 19, 2015, at his residence.
Mr. Alford was born in Florence County on March 21, 1921, a son of the late Ellie Parker Alford and Alice Hyman Alford. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Mr. Alford was a farmer, carpenter and logger, and had a great love for fishing. He was a member of Happy Home Original Free Will Baptist Church for over 50 years, where he served in the past as a deacon, a Sunday school superintendent, and a Sunday school teacher.
Surviving are: his wife of 64 years, Kizzie Collins Alford of Andrews; two sons, Caroll Alford (Patricia) and Don Alford (Deonna), both of Andrews; two daughters, Judy A. Gray of Greeleyville and Cheryl A. Davis (Jeff) of Cope; thirteen grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Rev. John Henry Alford (Mary) and Ethridge “Noot” Alford (Dora), both of Andrews; and a sister Evelyn A. Swails of Andrews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Alford was predeceased by: a son, Jimmy Alford; a brother, Nathan Alford; and three sisters, Louise Evans, Lizzie Mae Cox, and Aline Parrott.
Funeral services will be held at two o’clock on Saturday afternoon, March 21, 2015, at Happy Home Original Free Will Baptist Church….
Burial will follow at Andrews Memorial Cemetery.The family will receive friends on Friday evening, March 20, 2015, at Happy Home Original Free Will Baptist Church from six until eight o’clock.
Special thanks are extended to Mr. Alford’s caregivers, Margie E. Miller and Vergie Howard….
The Andrews Chapel of Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Photos from Andrews Memorial Cemetery, Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Kizzie Collins Alford; son Jimmy Joseph Alford; parents, Ellie Parker Alford and Alice L. Hyman Alford; and siblings Aline Carrie Alford Parrott, John Henry Alford, Lizzie Mae Alford Cox, Louise Mattie Alford Evans, and Nathan Alford in this compilation.
His middle name if from his Find A Grave memorial.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Rutledge Cleveland 1921 SC1, Ellie Parker 1892 SC2, John William 1844 SC3, unknown4.
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SALLIE ALFORD ROBERTS SLAPPY
Photo from her Find A Grave memorial
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Saturday, 24 June 2006
GREENVILLE—Sallie Roberts Slappy, 94, widow of Johnny Slappy, of 2735 Anderson Road, Apartment 206, departed this life on Wednesday, June 21, 2006, at Riverside Nursing Center.
Born Sept. 2, 1911, in La Grange [Troup Co.], Ga., she was the daughter of the late Charlie Alford and the late Henrietta Williams. She was the granddaughter of a slave, Mirah Sewell Jackson Love and was predeceased by a great-granddaughter, Angela Cason Byers.
“Ma Sallie” was a loyal and faithful member of Faith Cathedral “Look Up and Live Ministries” for 23+ years.
She is survived by a granddaughter reared in the home, Rose Mary Brown of Greenville; seven other grandchildren, Jacqueline and Larry Tolbert, both of Greenville, Carolyn Henderson, James C. Roberts, Patricia A. Watts, Loretta Martin and Donell Tolbert, all of Greenwood; 13 great-grandchildren; and 19 great-great-grandchildren.
The Homegoing Service will be held 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 24, 2006, at Faith Cathedral, 7200 Augusta Road, Piedmont. Burial: Evening Star Memorial Gardens, Greenwood…. Watkins Garrett & Woods Mortuary.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
She is buried in Evening Star Cemetery, Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC, but she has no gravestone.
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SALLIE JANE ALFORD WOODWARD
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 2 April 1994
Photo from Union Methodist Church Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jason Cockfield
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sallie J. Woodward (SS# issued in SC) was born 4 Sept 1910, last residence Little River, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her father, Harlee M. Alford; and sister Flossie Mae Alford Grainger in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Leon Harmon Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Sallie Jane 1910 SC1, Harlee M. 1874 SC2, Harrison 1843 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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SALLIE MAE ALFORD ALFORD ROGERS
Aunt of John Ashley Alford, AAFA #1289
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 3 August 2007
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
COLUMBIA—Services for Sallie Alford Rogers will be held Monday at 2:30 p.m. at Greenlawn Baptist Church with entombment in Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be Sunday 4-6 p.m. at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel.
Mrs. Rogers, wife of the late Gary Henry Rogers, died Wednesday, August 1, 2007.
Born in Horry County, she was a daughter of the late Ashley Levi and Carey Mae Page Alford. She was a member of Greenlawn Baptist Church.
Surviving are sister, Ida Hardwick of Aynor; grandchildren, Tommie Keys of Columbia, Dr. Barry Keys of Rutherfordton, N.C., and Pamela Zinser of Fayetteville, N.C.; eight great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by daughters, Bonnie Keys and Shirley Alford; sister, Froline Perritt; and brothers, A.L. Alford and Leon Alford….
Photo from Greenlawn Memorial Park, Columbia, Richland Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Genea
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sallie Alford Rogers (SS# issued in FL) was born 26 August 1919.
See the obituaries of her parents, Ashley Levi Alford Jr. and Carrie Mae Page Alford; and siblings Ashley Levi Alford III, Ida Louisa Alford Hardwick, Leon Jehu Alford Sr., and Loretta Froline Alford Perritt in this compilation. We included the obituary of her first husband, Arnold Cody Alford, in Florida Obituaries.
Sallie’s memorial at Find A Grave says her first husband was Arnold Cody Alford, her first cousin. He is buried in Rehobeth Methodist Church Cemetery in Horry Co., SC, 29 Sept 1917 – 28 Aug 1970. He died in Collier Co., FL. The Florida Death Index, 1877–1998 (Ancestry) confirms the birth date of Arnold Cody Alford but lists his death date as 27 Aug 1970.
Florida Deaths, 1877–1939 (FamilySearch.org) lists Shirley Alford, born 4 Jan 1938 in SC, the daughter of Coadie Alford and Sallie Mae Alford, died 21 Oct 1938 in Tampa, Hillsborough, FL. Find A Grave says Shirley is buried in Rehobeth Cemetery in an unmarked grave.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Sallie Mae 1919 SC1, Ashley Levi 1885 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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SALLIE SINGLETON REAVES ALFORD
Grandmother of George Robert Alford, Jr., AAFA #1412
[Although she died in NC, we are also including her obituary here because she is buried in and has close ties to SC.]
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 24 June 1966
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—Mrs. Sallie Reaves Alford, 95, widow of Leroy B. Alford and daughter of the late James Robert and Sara McMillan Reaves of Latta, died Thursday morning at a Hendersonville, N.C. nursing home.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 10 a.m. in Bethes Funeral Home in Dillon. Burial will be in the family cemetery near Floydale.
Surviving are three sons, David B. Alford of Richmond, Va., George Robert Alford of Loris and Leonard B. Alford of Springfield, Va.; three daughters, Mrs. L.J. (Elizabeth) Williams of Charlotte, N.C., Mrs. L.S. (Reaves) Salters of Norman, Okla., Mrs. Ralph H. (Mary) Ramsey Jr. of Brevard, N.C.; 14 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; three sisters, Miss Caroline M. Reaves and Mrs. J.D. Coker, both of Hartsville, and Mrs. S.E. Finnegan of Fairmont, N.C.
Photo from Dunbarton Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Floydale, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sallie R. Alford (SS# issued in OK) was born 25 August 1871, last residence Richmond, Henrico Co., VA.
See the obituaries of her husband, Leroy Bertram Alford; and her son George Robert Alford Sr. in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her sons David Bright Alford Sr. and Leonard Bertram Alford in Virginia Obituaries.
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SALLY HOWARD ALFORD
THE OBSERVER-TIMES
Fayetteville, NC—Saturday, 28 November 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 1999
CAMDEN [Kershaw Co.], S.C.—Mrs. Sally Howard Alford, 82, of Camden, formerly of St. Pauls, N.C., died Thursday [Nov 26] in Lexington Medical Center in Columbia.
Mrs. Alford was a member of St. Pauls Presbyterian Church. She was a teacher in St. Pauls before retiring.
The funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in St. Pauls Presbyterian Church.... Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Alford is survived by a son, N. Kenneth Alford of Columbia; four sisters, Dixie Malpass of Currie, N.C., Ruth Moody of Parkton, N.C., Julia A. Morris of Charlotte, N.C., and Elsie Livingston of Greenwood; a brother, George Howard of Raleigh, N.C.; and two grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Sunday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at McNeill Funeral Home in St. Pauls....
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MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 29 November 1998
ST. PAULS, N.C.—Sally Howard Alford, 82, widow of Neill T. Alford, died Nov. 26, 1998 at Lexington Medical Center in West Columbia.
Born in Robeson County, she was a daughter of the late William H. and Bessie Allen Howard. She was a retired employee of St. Pauls Schools and a member of St Pauls Presbyterian Church.
Survivors include her son, Kenneth Alford of Columbia; four sisters. Dixie Malpass of Currie, N.C., Ruth Moody of Parkton, N.C., Julia Anne Morris of Charlotte and Elsie Livingston of Greenwood, S.C.; a brother, George Howard of Raleigh, N.C.; and two grandchildren.
Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Pauls Presbyterian Church…. Burial will be in the church cemetery…. McNeill Funeral Home is in charge.
Photo from Saint Pauls Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Saint Pauls, Robeson Co., NC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Elizabeth Anne Back
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sally H. Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 23 March 1916, last residence Columbia, Lexington Co., SC.
See the obituary of her son, Neill Kenneth Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of her husband, Neill Thompson Alford, in North Carolina Obituaries.
She is buried in Saint Pauls Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Saint Pauls, Robeson Co., NC [Find A Grave].
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SALLY JANE JOHNSON ALFORD
HORRY INDEPENDENT
Conway, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 22 July 1999
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
AYNOR [Horry Co.]—Services for Sally Jane Alford, 86, were held yesterday in Berea Baptist Church, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel.
Mrs. Alford died July 19 in Loris Community Hospital.
Born in Horry County, she was a daughter of the late George and Amanda Hardwick Johnson. She was the widow of Archie Alford. Mrs. Alford was a member of Berea Baptist Church and the Woodmen of the World. She was pre-deceased by a son, Leamon Alford; and two grandsons, Earl Alford and Johnnie Alford.
Surviving are four sons, Lester Alford, Wayne Alford, Billy Elbert Alford and Jessie B. Alford of Conway; two daughters, Evelyn Page of Aynor and Elma Jane Johnson of Conway; two sisters, Synatha Gasque of Conway and Claudia Allen of Aynor; 17 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sally J. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 16 Sept 1912.
See the obituaries of her husband, Archie Leamon Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; and children Elma Jane Alford Johnson and Leamon Junior Alford in this compilation.
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SAM BETHUNE HALFORD
AUGUSTA CHRONICLE
Augusta, GA—Friday, 7 February 1997
Published in AAFA ACTION, Spring 1998
WILLISTON, S.C.—Mr. Sam B. Halford, 87, of Church Street, died Thursday, Feb. 6, 1997, at Barnwell County Hospital.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Folk Funeral Home.... Burial will be in Williston Cemetery.
Mr. Halford, a native of Barnwell County, owned Sam’s Gulf Station for 40 years. He was an Army veteran of World War II and a member of Williston First Baptist Church and the Golden Age Club. He was a former Williston Town Council member, serving 22 years.
Survivors include his wife, Rivie Webb Halford; a daughter, Peggy H. Conner, Barnwell; two sisters, Mary Ann Lee and Maude Bonds, both of Barnwell; and two grandchildren and one great-grandchild....
Photo from Williston Cemetery, Williston, Barnwell Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, RO Williams
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sam Halford (SS# issued in SC) was born 29 June 1909, last residence Barnwell, Barnwell Co., SC.
See the obituary of his wife, Rivie Webb Halford; and his sister Mary Anne Halford Lee (with census reports) in this compilation. His middle name is from the 1910 and 1920 censuses.
His HALFORD lineage: Sam Bethune 1909 SC1, Samuel J. 1864 SC2, William Richard 1832 SC3, William Richard 1796 SC4, Achillis 1754 VA5.
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SAMUEL JAMES ALFORD, JR.
Brother of Jean Alford Barkolow AAFA #1090
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 9 November 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
WEST COLUMBIA—Graveside services for Samuel James Alford, Jr., 55, will be held Saturday at Crescent Hill Memorial Gardens.
Mr. Alford died Wednesday, November 7, 2001. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Samuel James and Clara M. McMinn Alford, Sr.
Survivors include his son, Jeffrey O. Alford of Columbia, his sisters, Bobbi Alford Miller of Florence, Elvia Jean Barklow of West Columbia, Elizabeth A. Walker of Lexington, and Carolyn Shealy of West Columbia.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his mother, Clara Maebelle McMinn Alford, in this compilation.
His father, Samuel, was the son, 15th and youngest child, of John William Alford and his 4th wife, Annie Jane Smith. John was the son of Elizabeth Harrell Alford, born July 1818 in SC, but we don’t know the name of his father.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Samuel James 1946 SC1, Samuel James 1913 SC2, John William 1844 SC3, unknown4.
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SAMUEL PRESSLEY ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 31 December 1952
HORRY COUNTY FARMER, 85, FOUND DEAD AT BARN, APPARENTLY HEART ATTACK
CONWAY, Dec. 30—Sam Pressley Alford, 85-year-old farmer of the Gunters Island section of Horry County was found dead at his barn about 100 feet from his home shortly after noon according to Horry County Coroner John S. Dix. Mr. Alford apparently had suffered a heart attack as there was no evidence of foul play. When found he had been dead about an hour.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3:30 Wednesday afternoon from the Red Hill Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Friends may call at the Goldfinch Funeral Home until the hour of the service.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County.
Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Allen Frances Roberts Alford; three sons, Fred of Latta, Dewey of Homewood and Alex of Galivants Ferry; one sister [sic: daughter], Mrs. Mamie Lewis of Galivants Ferry, and a large number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Photo from Red Hill Memorial Gardens, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Ellen Frances Roberts Alford; sons Alex Ander Alford Sr., James Fred Alford, and Joe Alford; and daughter-in-law Mattie Mae Richardson Alford in this compilation.
Samuel’s birth year is probably incorrect on his gravestone. He was probably born about 1868. He is not listed on the July1860 Horry Co., SC, census, where his brother John is 6 months old (born about Nov 1859). In 1870, Samuel is age 2, and in 1880 he is 11. In 1900 he is 37 born May 1863, probably also incorrect.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Samuel Pressley 1868 SC1, James T. 1830 SC2, Levi Solomon 1800 SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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SAMUEL THURMAN ALFORD
McColl, Marlboro Co., SC—_____ September 2013
MCCOLL, SC—Mr. Samuel Thurman Alford, age 93, beloved husband of the late Agnes Graham Alford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Marlboro County, SC, on April 28, 1920, he was the son of the late Luke Alford and Mary Cannon Alford. He retired as a Tie-End Man from J.P. Stevens in Wagram, NC and attended the McColl Pentecostal Holiness Church. He enjoyed fishing, wood working, and feeding and watching hummingbirds from his back porch. He will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to all.
He is survived by his sons, Lonnie Alford and wife, Barbara of McColl, Terry Alford and wife, Wanda of McColl and Tony Alford and wife, Jackie of McColl; a daughter, Vivian Stevens of McColl; 13 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; and 14 great-great grandchildren; also a special niece, Carolyn Gaddy of Surfide Beach, SC.
Graveside services will be held 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 14, 2013 at Beaverdam Cemetery in McColl…. Family visitation will be held from 12:00 P.M.-1:45 P.M. Saturday, September 14, 2013 at Rogers Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was preceded in death by his parents & wife listed above; two brothers, Luke & Milton Alford; a sister, Ola Austin; and a son-in-law, Harry Stevens….
Photos from Beaver Dam Cemetery, McColl, Marlboro Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Agnes Graham Alford; and sister Ola Alford Austin in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother James Luther “Luke” Alford Jr. in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Samuel Thurman 1920 SC1, James Luther “Luke” 1890 SC2, Ashley Levi 1842 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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SANSBERRY EDWARD ALFORD
[Although he died in NC, we are including his obituary here because of his close ties to SC.]
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 6 September 1997
Published in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
COLUMBIA—Services for S. Edward Alford will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Palmer Memorial Chapel [Columbia]....
Mr. Alford died Tuesday. Born in Darlington [Darlington Co., SC], he was a son of the late Granville R. and Leanna Grant Alford. He retired from NC Mutual Life Insurance Co. He was a member of St. Stephens’s Episcopal Church, Winston-Salem, N.C., where he served as Junior and Senior Warden.
Surviving: son, W. Edward (Rose W.) Alford; sisters, Alma Denley, Lillian Bowman, Myrtle Sanders, all of Columbia, Cleo Yongue of Charlotte; stepdaughter, Marian W. Moss of Mitchellville, MD.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that S. Edward Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 18 January 1910. His death date is listed as 15 Sept 1997, a Monday. His last residence was Winston Salem, Forsyth Co., NC.
His first name comes from censuses.
See the obituaries of his siblings Alma E. Alford Denley, Lillian Alford Bowman, Myrtle Alford Sanders, and Nathaniel Alford in this compilation.
This is an African-American family. His father Granville and his family were enumerated in Darlington Co., SC, in each census from 1880 through 1930.
His lineage: Sansberry Edward 1910 SC1, Granville 1860 SC2, Edward 1845 SC3.
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SARA EMMALINE HIOTT ALFORD
ANDERSON INDEPENDENT-MAIL
Anderson, Anderson Co., SC—Monday, 9 December 2002
Published (Greenville News article) in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
Sept. 22, 1905 – Dec. 7, 2002
ANDERSON [Anderson Co.]—Sara Emma Hiott Alford, 97, of Anderson, died Saturday, Dec. 7, 2002 at the Hospice House.
Born in Anderson County, she was retired from the Anderson Mill and was a member of Garner Memorial Baptist Church.
Surviving are daughter, Dorothy Carithers of Anderson; three grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
She was the widow of Willis James Alford and the daughter of the late Frederick Eugene Hiott and Annie Owens Hiott. She was preceded in death by two sons, Clarence Lee Alford and Rev. Benny Eugene Alford.
Services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the chapel of The McDougald Funeral Home...; burial will be in Beaverdam Baptist Church cemetery in Williamston....
Photo from Beaverdam Baptist Church Cemetery, Williamston, Anderson Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, John Burgess
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Emma G. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 22 Sept 1905.
See the obituary of her son Benny Eugene Alford in this compilation.
On the 1930 census in Anderson, Anderson Co., SC, Emma Alford, age 20, is listed with her parents Eugene and Annie Hiet and her daughter Dorothy, age 3. Emma is a cotton mill spinner and was age 16 at first marriage. Her husband, the son of Wade Hampton Alford, is not with the family and has not been located on this census.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
Her husband’s lineage: Willis James 1902 GA1, Wade Hampton 1876 GA2, David Bryan 1850 SC3, Lodwick 1802 NC4, Drury Cade 1767 NC5.
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SARAH ALFORD JERNIGAN
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 19 May 2006
GREEN SEA [Horry Co.]—Mrs. Sarah Alford Jernigan, 94, of the Mt. Olive community died Wednesday afternoon, May 17, 2006 at her home following a sudden illness.
Born Feb. 14, 1912 in Marion, Mrs. Jernigan was the widow of the late Sam D. Jernigan and the daughter of the late Dock Alford and the late Lola Jackson Alford. Mrs. Jernigan was a homemaker and a supervisor with BVD Mfg. in Marion for 23 years. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Waccamaw Chapter # 89 in Conway and a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church.
Survivors include her son, Jack B. Jernigan of Roanoke, Va.; one daughter, Mildred Jernigan Hughes of Aynor; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 19, 2006 at Hardwick Memorial Chapel, with burial following at the Jernigan Family Cemetery….
Memorials may be made to the Order of the Eastern Star, Waccamaw Chapter # 89, 1365 Alford Road, Conway, SC….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Sarah Alford Jernigan (SS# issued in SC), last residence Green Sea, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Doctor Larie “Dock” Alford and Colie Jackson Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Sarah 1912 SC1, Doctor Larie “Dock” 1892 SC2, John Robeson 1852 SC3, Arthur 1803 SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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SARAH ALFORD SHELTON
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Saturday, 26 May 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
CLINTON [Laurens Co.]—Sarah A. “Nanny Sarah” Shelton, age 81, of 100 Jefferson Street and the widow of Fred R. Shelton, died Thursday, May 24, at Laurens County Hospital.
She was born in Chester, and was a daughter of the late Harmon and Mary D. Alford. She was a former employee of Clinton Mills, was currently working with Senior Options, and was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church.
Surviving are three daughters and sons-in-law, Rita Shelton of Clinton, Raye and Jerry Simmons of Clinton, and Emily and Jimmy Robertson of Gray Court, one brother, Harmon H. Alford, of Charleston, two sisters, Margie Cranford of Summerville, and Vivian Gardner of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, five grandchildren, Cecil Tucker, Tanya Baker, Melinda Lanier, Bryan Robertson, and Alisa Robertson, and five great-grandchildren.
Two grandsons, Barry and Michael Simmons, preceded her in death.
Graveside services will be conducted on Sunday, May 27, at Pinelawn Memory Gardens.
In another article:
CLINTON—Graveside services for Sarah A. (Nanny Sarah) Shelton, 81, will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday in Pinelawn Memory Gardens…. Friends may call at 307 Gordon St. Gray Funeral Home of Clinton is in charge.
Mrs. Shelton died Thursday [May 24]. Born in Chester, she was a daughter of the late Harmon and Mary D. Alford. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church.
Surviving are daughters, Rita Shelton, Raye Simmons, Emily Robertson; brother, Harmon Alford; sisters, Margie Cranford, Vivian Gardner; five grandchildren; five great grandchildren.
Photo from Pinelawn Memory Gardens, Clinton, Laurens Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Labonte18
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sarah A. Shelton (SS# issued in SC) was born 20 January 1920, last residence Clinton, Laurens Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her siblings Harmon Hewlett Alford and Marjorie Lenora Alford Cranford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #10.
Her lineage: Sarah 1920 SC1, Harmon Willis 1879 NC2, Joseph H. 1839 VA3, Joseph 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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SARAH ELIZABETH “SALLIE” MCLEAN ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—6 April 1917
BLENHEIM [Marlboro Co.], April 5—There passed away at her home, “The Cedars,” in Dillon county on last Sunday afternoon [April 1] at 5 o’clock, Mrs. Sallie Elizabeth Alford, widow of the late Capt. William Alford, one of the most honored citizens of the Pee Dee Section. Mrs Alford was in her 81st year and prior to the last few months had been unusually active for one of her age.
She was born in 1836 at Maxton [Robeson Co.], N.C. but upon her marriage in 1855 to Capt. Alford, moved to Marion, now Dillon county, where she had since resided. At the age of 16 she united with the Presbyterian church, of which she was for so many years a faithful and most useful and efficient member, her membership being at Little Rock Presbyterian church….
Mrs. Alford was a fine type of the splendid Southern womanhood of the old regime—one of the few remaining links between the golden age of Southern chivalry and the new South. Generous, genial and given to hospitality, shw was much beloved by all who knew her, and her passing is much bemourned by a wide circle of friends and loved ones.
The interment was at the Alford cemetery near Reedy Creek Presbyterian church….
Mrs. Alford is survived by three sons, R.L. Alford, Dr. Plummer Alford of Dillon and Dr. Yancey Alford of Wisacky, and the following daughters: Mrs. T.G. McLeod of Bishopville, Misses Ella, Annie, Douschka, Julia, May Grace Alford of Dillon, and by several grandchildren.
The funeral was largely attended by friends from both North Carolina and elsewhere.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, William McDonald Alford; and children Annie Nash Alford, Douschka Marion Alford, Elizabeth Alford McLeod, Ella McDonald Alford, Julia Henrietta Alford, Mary Grace Alford, McPherson McLean Alford, Edwin Plummer Alford, Robert Lee Alford, and William Baskin Alford in this compilation.
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SARAH ELLEN MUDD ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 21 January 1954
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Colon L. Alford; and sons Jessie Wayne Alford and Johnny Ray Alford in this compilation.
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SARAH REBECCA ALFORD JENSEN
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 26 July 1940
Mrs. Rebecca Alford Jensen, 80, of Pamplico, died at her home yesterday [July 25] afternoon at 4 o’clock.
Funeral services will be held at 11 o’clock this morning at Mt. Elon church of which she was a member....
Mrs. Jensen is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Nancy Hyman of Pamplico and Mrs. Louisa Gore of Aynor, and by a large family connection.....
AAFA NOTES: Her first name is from censuses.
See the obituary of her sister Nancy Alford Hyman in this compilation.
Sarah Rebecca’s parents were John C. Alford and Sarah Ann Jones. John is identified in several online family trees as John Calhone Alford or John Calhoun Alford. He was reportedly born 23 August 1818 in Florence, Florence Co., SC, and died 10 January 1910 in Newport News, VA.
Sarah Rebecca’s mother Sarah Ann Jones was the daughter of Reuben and Sarah Jones. She is listed as Ann, age 12 b. Marion Co., SC, on the 1850 census in Marion Co., SC, with her parents. In 1870 and 1880 she and her husband John Alford are living with their children next door to Reuben Jones. Online family trees report that she was born 20 August 1840 and died 22 August 1923.
1920 CENSUS
Cains (District 17), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #36:
William Jensen head 56 Unk Unk Unk farmer
Sarah R. wife 59 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Cain (District 17), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #39:
Sarah A. Alford head 73 SC SC SC widow 9 children, 4 living
Rebecca dau 50 SC SC SC single
1900 CENSUS
Jeffreys (District 39), Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #485:
John C. Alford head 84 b. July 1815 NC SC SC married 40 years farmer
Sarah A. wife 63 b. July 1836 SC SC SC 10 children, 5 living
Sarah R. dau 40 b. Aug 1859 SC SC SC single
1880 CENSUS
Jeffreys (District 91), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #5:
J.C. Alford head 63 SC SC SC farmer
Sarah A. wife 45 SC SC SC
S. Rebecca dau 21 SC SC SC
Caldwell son 13 SC SC SC
Julia M. dau 7 SC SC SC
Nancy dau 3 SC SC SC
1870 CENSUS
Jeffreys, Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #20:
John Alford 52 SC farm laborer
Sarah 33 SC
Sarah 10 SC
Ellen 6 SC
Reuben 3 SC
Louisa 6/12 SC
Samuel 18 SC
Living in dwelling #19 is Reuben Jones 65 SC, Sarah’s father. Living in dwelling #21 is William Alford 47 SC, and his wife Eliza 37 SC—relationship unknown. William and Eliza, both 30, are on the 1860 census in Marion, Marion Co., SC, again with no children.
1860 CENSUS
Marion, Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #644:
John C. Alford 26 SC farmer
[His age is written clearly, but in later censuses he is about 20 years older than Sarah.]
Sarah A. 22 SC
S.R. (female) 4/12 SC
Her lineage: Sarah Rebecca 1859 SC1, John Calhoun 1818 SC2.
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SHARON ALFORD HENSON
Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC—_____ October 2007
Funeral services for Sharon Alford Henson age 48, who died Oct. 24, will be Sat. 2:00 pm from the Chapel Norton Funeral Home…. Burial will be in Westview Memorial Cemetery….
Sharon was born in Hartsville a daughter of Etha Mae Huggins Alford & the late Wardy B. Alford. She was employed with Darlington Co. Roads & Bridges.
Surviving are her mother of Hartsville, Daughters: Erica (Mark) Chapman, Tori Matthews, Hartsville, Sisters: Bobbie (Tony) Huggins, Hartsville, Janice (Lanny) Clayton, Roxboro, N.C., Grandchild: Elizabeth Chapman, Florence, Boy Friend: John C. (Crum) Munn, Hartsville, Nephews: Paul & Justin Clayton, Tyler Huggins, Spencer Huggins, Great Nephew, William Clayton.
Memorials may be made to First Church of The Nazarene, P.O. Box 1092, Hartsville, S.C. 29551, American Cancer Society, 128 Stone Mark Lane, Columbia, S.C. 29210 or a Charity of Ones Choice. www.nortonfh.net
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ROXBORO COURIER-TIMES
Roxboro, NC—Saturday, 27 October 2007
HARTSVILLE [Darlington Co.], S.C.—The funeral for Sharon Alford Henson, 48, of Hartsville, S.C., who died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2007, will be conducted at 2 p.m. today, Oct. 27, in the Norton Funeral Home chapel in Hartsville…. Burial will be in the Westview Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Henson was a native of Hartsville, the daughter of Etha Mae Huggins Alford of Hartsville, who survives, and the late Wardy B. Alford.
She was employed with Darlington County Roads & Bridges.
Surviving in addition to her mother are two daughters, Erica Chapman and husband, Mark, and Tori Matthews, all of Hartsville; two sisters, Bobbie Huggins of Hartsville and Janice Clayton of Roxboro; and a grandchild, Elizabeth Chapman of Florence, S.C.
Memorials may be made to the First Church of the Nazarene, … the American Cancer Society … or to a charity of choice.
Photo from Westview Memorial Park Cemetery, Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Darlington SC
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sharon Alford Henson (SS# issued in SC) was born 12 October 1959.
See the obituary of her mother, Etha Mae Huggins Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Sharon 1959 SC1, Wardy Bishop 1917 SC2, Daniel Manuel 1883 SC3, William Edward 1850 SC4, William N. 1826 SC5.
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SHERRY LA NELL BECKHAM ALFORD
Photo from Lancaster Funeral Home & Cremation
LANCASTER NEWS
Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—Sunday, 2 June 2013
Sherry La Nell Beckham Alford, 51, died Friday, May 31, 2013. She was a daughter of the late Leroy Beckham and Barbara Ann Broome Beckham.
Survivors include her husband, Paul Mitchell Alford; a son, Michael Alford; a daughter, Sheryn Alford; and a sister, Sylvia Hinson.
Funeral services are 3 p.m. Monday, June 3, at First Pentecostal Holiness Church … with burial in Lancaster Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. today, June 2, at Lancaster Funeral Home and other times at the home of Sylvia and Rick Hinson….
Photo from Lancaster Memorial Park, Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Dane Watford
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Paul Mitchell Alford, in this compilation.
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SHIRLEY MAE MARTIN ALFORD
Aynor, Horry Co., SC—_____ January 2018
Shirley Martin Alford, widow of Wesley Moore Alford passed into the loving arms of Jesus on January 28th, 2018.
Shirley was born in Conway on June 11, 1937. She was the daughter of the late David Emerson and Lillie Shelley Martin.
Mrs. Alford was predeceased by her beloved husband and son, Wesley and John Wesley, a sister Mary Evangeline and a special friend Hayes Roberts.
Shirley retired after a long career on the Aynor High School Cafeteria Staff. She then earned a CNA certificate from Horry Georgetown Tech and began taking care of the elderly and needy through the Horry County Council on Aging. Shirley could best be described as a vibrant, endearing personality who loved her family and her church very much. She also loved to dance and socialize with her dear friends.
She is survived by her daughters Connie Johnson (James) of Conway and Becky Fox (Ken) of Aynor, her grandsons, Jamie Johnson (Lauren), Brent Johnson, Stuart Fox (Candice), Andrew Fox (Katie) and Everette Fox (Victoria);her three great grandchildren, William Briggs Fox, Andi Leigh Fox and Kenley Rebecca Fox. She is also survived by a sister Naomi (Pop) Redwine of Tennessee, two special nieces Joyce and Jan and by a special friend Ray Morros.
Shirley has requested that no flowers are to be purchased for her ceremony and instead, that any contributions be made in her name to Aynor First Baptist.…
Photo from Aynor Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her son John Wesley Alford in this compilation.
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SION WALTER ALFORD
Father of Elizabeth Patience Alford McCutcheon, AAFA #1157
THE ROBESONIAN
Lumberton, Robeson Co., NC—Friday, 3 November 1944
Photo from Ashpole Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Rowland, Robeson Co., NC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Ada Gertrude Williams Alford Arnette, and daughters Ada Williams Alford Bell, Elizabeth Patience Alford McCutcheon, and Katherine Alford Spooner Hyman in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his mother, Rhoda Elva Bullock Alford; and siblings Cora Belle Alford Hines and Wiley Nathan Alford in North Carolina Obituaries; and of his sister Sarah Elva Alford Moody in Florida Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Sion Walter 1886 NC1, Wiley Cherry 1852 NC2, Jacob 1789 NC3, James 1764 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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SMITH ALFORD
DAILY JOURNAL-MESSENGER
Seneca, Oconee Co., SC—Thursday, 26 November 2009
SENECA, S.C.—Mr. Smith Alford, 82, of 390 Keowee School Road, husband of the late Sophie Crowley Alford, died Tuesday, Nov. 24 at the Cottingham Hospice House in Seneca.
Born in Mullins, he was a son of the late Eugene and Clara Smith Alford. He was a veteran of the US Army and a retired farmer. He was of the Methodist Faith.
Whitner-Evans Funeral Home of Bennettsville, S.C. is assisting the family with arrangements
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Smith Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 8 Nov 1927, last residence Seneca, Oconee Co., SC.
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SOLVEIG VIRGINIA EID ALFRED
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Wednesday, 26 May 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
COLUMBIA [Richland Co.], SC—Solveig Virginia Eid Alfred, 85, passed away on Sunday, May 23, 2004. A graveside service was held on Friday in Hillcrest Memorial Park in Pickens. Her brother-in-law, the Rev. Thor Skeie, officiated.
Solveig was born on October 24, 1918, to the Rev. Edward C. and Jessie Eid in Madison, Minnesota. She was raised in a Lutheran pastor’s family of nine brothers and sisters in Lake Preston, South Dakota. A graduate of Augustana College in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, she initially taught elementary school in Del Rapids, South Dakota, where she met her husband, Robert Charles Alfred. During World War II she taught native Indian and migrant children in Stockton, California while her husband was stationed at Pearl Harbor. In 1954 they and their three children settled in Easley, South Carolina. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred also resided in Columbia from 1969-1974 and since January 1980.
Surviving are a son, Gary Robert Alfred of Denver, Colorado; a daughter, Patti Lu Alfred Giffin and her husband, Gordon, of Atlanta, Georgia; a granddaughter, Kelley Virginia Giffin of Durham, North Carolina; and siblings Luthard M. Eid of Perham, Minnesota, Margaret Eid Haygeman of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Paul B. Eid of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Audrey Eid Skeie of Hutchinson, Minnesota.
Her husband of 60 years, Robert Charles Alfred, and a son, Charles Mark Alfred, preceded her in death.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Solveig E. Alfred (SS# issued in CA).
See the obituary of her husband, Robert Charles Alfred, in this compilation.
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SOPHIE CROWLEY CARTER ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 27 July 2000
HARTSVILLE [Darlington Co.]—Services for Sophie Crowley Alford, 79, will be 3 p.m. Friday at Whitner-Evans Funeral Home, Bennettsville, with burial in Sunset Memorial Park….
Mrs. Alford died Wednesday [July 26]. Born in Marlboro Co., she was a daughter of the late Bob and Florence Driggers Crowley. She was a member of Prospect United Methodist Church.
Surviving are her husband, Smith Alford of Hartsville; sons, J.B. Carter of Laurinburg, Woodrow Carter of Orange, Texas; daughter, Carolyn Wallace of Hartsville; brother, Howard Crowley of Wallace; ten grandchildren; five great grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Sophie C. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 17 August 1920.
Her husband is probably the son of Eugene and Clara Smith Alford, whose obituary is in this compilation.
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SOUTHERN ALBERT ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 28 April 1961
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Southern Albert Alford, 80, retired farmer of 201 Lewis St., Conway died at 8:27 a.m. Thursday at his home following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday from the Conway Free Will Baptist Church.... Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Goldfinch Funeral Home until the hour of services.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of the late Robertson [sic] and Mary Smith Alford.
Survivors include: two daughters, Mrs. Daisy Todd, Florida, Mrs. Edith A. Peavy, Conway; three brothers, Joe Alford, T.B. Alford, Hartsville, Dock Alford, Centenary; one sister, Mrs. Effie Jackson, Centenary; eight grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his brothers Doctor Larie “Dock” Alford, John Oliver Alford, and Joseph Mack Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Southern Albert 1881 SC1, John Robeson 1852 SC2, Arthur 1803 SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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STACIE RICHARDSON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 17 June 1968
MARION [Marion Co.]—Mrs. Stacie Richardson Alford, 77, died today in a local hospital after a long illness.
Funeral services will be Monday at 4 p.m. at Nebo Baptist church, with burial in Brittons Neck Cemetery....
She was the widow of the late Lone Alford and daughter of the late Wesley and Mary Jane Rowell Richardson.
She is survived by several nieces and nephews.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Stacey Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 21 May 1891 and died 15 June 1968.
The dates on her gravestone are 29 May 1891 – 16 June 1968.
See the obituary of her husband, Edward Deloney Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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STANLEY CARLYLE ALFORD
Uncle of Frank Luther Alford Jr., AAFA #0720
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—1 September 2013
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C.—Dr. Stanley Carlyle Alford, 88, died on Monday, August 26, 2013 at Providence Heart Institute in Columbia, S. C. Stanley was born June 29, 1925 in Mullins, S.C., the son William and Mattie Smith Alford.
He was a lifelong educator, accomplished artist and pianist. He graduated from Mullins high School in 1942. He attended the University of South Carolina for a year and half before being drafted into the army. He served two and a half years in the South Pacific and Philippines during World War II as an army medic. He then returned to the University of South Carolina, graduating in 1949 with a B. S. in Biology and Chemistry and in 1955 with an M.Ed. He began his teaching career in S. C. in 1949 teaching Biology, Chemistry and Physics for almost 30 years. He taught in Walterboro, S. C., at Brookland Cayce High School in Cayce, S.C., and at NorthWood High School in Montgomery County, Maryland. While in Maryland he furthered his education at The School of Education of The George Washington University. In January 1976 he received his Doctor of Education degree with his dissertation titled “The Historical Development of Hagerstown Junior College: 1946 to 1975”. He retired from teaching in 1978 and resided in West Columbia, S.C. Nothing defined his life more than his generosity and devotion to his family.
He was predeceased by Brothers, Jerome Alford, Herbert Alford, Frank Alford, Chessie Alford, Neil Alford and Sisters, Dorothy Cornett, Mildred Byrd and Virginia Alford.
Surviving are sisters in law Marie Alford, Myrtle Beach, S.C.; Faye Alford, Surfside Beach, S.C.; and Ruth Alford, Marietta, GA.: and many nieces and nephews; Cindy Watson, West Watson, Mattie Watson, Linda Black (John), Eddie Byrd of Columbia, S.C.; Billy Alford (Dawn), Randy Alford, Wells Alford of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; Kay Brown, Jesse Brown (Camisha), Chip Alford (Lynn), Matt Alford of Surfside Beach, S.C.; Frank Alford (Bettie) of Florence, S.C.; Jerry Alford(Sharon), Winter Springs, FLA., Debbie Alford, Marietta, GA; Dorothy Ann Hatcher, Aiken, S.C., Natalie Temples(Brett), GA.; Daniele Nagy (Dave), NY.
Services celebrating Stanley’s life will be held on Saturday, August 31 at 12PM at Cox-Collins Funeral Home Chapel in Mullins, S.C., with burial to follow at Smith Cemetery. Family will receive friends following the service at the Mattie Smith Alford Farm.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Stanley C. Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his parents, William Herbert Alford and Martha Prudence “Mattie” Smith Alford; and siblings Dorothy Alford Cornett, Frank Luther Alford, Mildred Alford Byrd, Victor Jerome Alford, Virginia Grey Alford, and William “Chessie” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Stanley Carlyle 1925 SC1, William Herbert 1880 SC2, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC3, Warren Little 1823 TN4, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC5, Warren 1770 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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SUE GENIA ALFORD JOSEY
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 11 April 2016
DARLINGTON—Funeral service for Mrs. Sue Genia “Ms. Baby Ray” Alford Josey will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, 2016 in Greater Gethsemane Apostolic Church, 1532 East Old Marion Highway, Florence; Burial will follow in Round-O Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Darlington directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home, Inc.
Mrs. Josey, 89, died Saturday, April 9th in a Florence hospital.
She was born in Darlington a daughter of the late Willie and Annie Samuel Alford. She was the widow of James “Sweet Thing” Josey. She was a member of Progressive Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ of Darlington.
Survivors include: 4 sons: William (Eva Mae) Alford, Roosevelt Alford, James (Lisa) Alford and Robert (Paula) Alford; 7 daughters: Lelia Williamson, Betty (Henry) Graham, Janet Alford Moore, Evelyn (Thomas) Robinson, Connie (Marvin) Richards, Dorothy (Rufus) Benjamin and Lillian (Wendell) Dixon; 3 step-children: Ruby Moses, Mary L. Lee and Leo (Anita) Josey; an adopted son, Alford (Monica) Taylor; a daughter-in-law, Sue Alford; a sister-in-law, Marie B. Alford; 49 grandchildren; 74 great grandchildren; 17 great great grandchildren; host of loving relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by 4 sons: Elijah, Elisha (twins), Dozier and Andrew; 2 grandchildren: Dontonio Josey and Nia Lyons and a great grandchild, Miracle Alford….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
Her lineage: Sue Genia 1927 SC1, Willie 1892 SC2, Peter 1870 SC3.
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SUSAN ALFORD DILLON
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 22 January 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
EFFINGHAM [Florence Co.]—Services for Susan Alford Dillon, 56, will be held on Wednesday at Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home. Entombment followed in Florence Memorial Gardens
Mrs. Dillon died January 20, 2002. Born in Lumberton [Robeson Co., NC], she was the daughter of Hopkin Alford and the late Ina McDaniel Jones.
Survivors include her husband, Lacy Henry Dillon; step-mother, Martha Alford, son, William Dillon, daughter, Tracy Sealey, sisters, Gloria Floyd, Melissa McFarlan, three grandchildren, Caroline and Dillon Sealey, and Matthew Dillon.
In another article:
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 22 January 2002
Name: Susan Alford Dillon
Parents: Ina McDaniel Jones
Spouse: Lacy Henry Dillon
Date of Birth: August 18, 1945
Place of Birth: Lumberton, NC
Date of Death: Sunday, January 20, 2002
Place of Death: her residence
Place of Burial: Florence Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Florence
Photos from Florence Memorial Gardens, Florence, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Ann
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Susan A. Dillon (SS# issued in SC) was born 18 August 1945, last residence Effingham, Florence Co., SC.
We included the obituary of her father, Hopkin Alford, and her stepmother, Martha Harrelson Alford, in North Carolina Obituaries.
From North Carolina Birth Index, 1800–2000 (Ancestry): Susan Alford was born 18 Aug 1945 in Robeson Co., NC, daughter of Hopkin Alford and Ina McDaniel.
For more information about this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy, Known Descendants of Gabriel S. Alford, b. 1821 NC.
Her lineage: Susan 1945 NC1, Hopkin 1919 NC2, Samuel Peter 1881 NC3, Gabriel 1821 NC4.
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SUSAN ALFORD JONES
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 30 April 1980
FLORENCE—Mrs. Susan Alford Jones, 91, widow of General F. Jones, died Monday [April 28] at a local nursing home after a long illness.
She was born in Marion County, a daughter of the late W.E. and Rebecca Whaley Alford.
Surviving are her son-in-law, Rula Matthews, and a grandson, Dan Matthews, both of Florence.
Services will be 3 p.m. Thursday at Mount Elon Free Will Baptist Church. Waters Funeral Home is in charge.
Photo from Mount Elon Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery, Pamlico, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Danny & Judy Ard
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Susan Jones (SS# issued in SC) was born 23 Sept 1888 and died _____ Apr 1980, last residence Florence, Florence Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents William Edward “Ned” Alford and Rebecca Whaley Alford; and siblings Edward Deloney Alford, Essie Alford Hyman, Mary Alford Hatchell Cole, Minnie Viola Alford Coleman, Wardie Bishop Alford Sr., and William Henry Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her brother Daniel Manuel Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Susan 1888 SC1, William Edward 1850 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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SUSAN ALFORD PATTERSON
March 2, 1922 ~ July 4, 2015
Photo and dates from J.P. Holley Funeral Home
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Tuesday, 7 July 2015
COLUMBIA—Services for Susan Alford Patterson will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2015, at Goodwill Baptist Church with interment to follow in the church’s cemetery…. Services have been entrusted to J.P. Holley Funeral Home.
Those left to cherish her precious memories are children, Robert, Willie (Pamela), Ernest (Susie) Jr. Patterson; brothers, Robert, James, Izell and Leroy Alford; sisters, Ethel Anthony, Nellie Mattingly, Mary Perkins and Thelma Graham; fifteen grandchildren and great-grandchildren, along with a host of loving family and friends who will miss her dearly.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her sister Lether Alford Isaac Scott in this compilation. We included the obituaries of her brothers Arthur “Hack” Alford Jr. and Robert Alford in District of Columbia Obituaries.
From Richland County Marriage License Inquiry: Susan Alford married Ernest Patterson in Richland Co., SC, on 27 Sept 1939.
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SUSAN FERRELL GREGORY ALFORD
THE HERALD
Rock Hill, York Co., SC—Friday, 8 February 2013
ROCK HILL—Late Tuesday evening [February 5], Susan “Susie” Ferrell Gregory Alford passed peacefully at home surrounded by family and close friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Banks and Belma Ferrell; her husband, George Lloyd Alford Jr.; her sister, Linda Ferrell Brazzell; and her brother, Jerry Ferrell.
Graveside services for Mrs. Alford will be 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, at Laurelwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013, at Greene Funeral Home Downtown Chapel, 355 E. White Street.
Mrs. Alford is survived by her children, Kenneth Gregory and Shannon Gregory; her grandchildren, Hailey Gregory and Jaden Gregory; two sisters, Patricia McCraven Leonard and Sarah Barnes; her lifelong friend, Vicki Allred; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Alford was of the Baptist faith and worked at Celanese and BASF for 32 years. She loved her home and family. She also enjoyed helping others and sitting on her side porch. She was loved by all that knew her and will be missed….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, George Loyd Alford Jr., in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone, but her death date is not yet engraved.
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SUSANNA ALFORD RICHARDS
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 11 January 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
LAMAR [Darlington Co.]—Services for Susanna Alford Richards were held on Friday. Burial will be 11 a.m. today in Emmanuel Community Church Cemetery. Hines Funeral Home is in charge.
Mrs. Richards died January 3, 2003. Born in Lamar, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Elease Alford. She was married to John Richards. She had retired as a social worker in New York City.
Surviving are her daughter, Yolanda Richards; sisters, Mary Brown, Thelma Burris, Creola James, Nora Green, Annie Marshall; brother, Henry Alford Jr.; stepchildren, Vladimir Beaufils, Tamara Fry, Igor Beaufils, Sabrina Erskine.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Susanna D. Richards (SS# issued in SC) was born 17 November 1941, last residence Jamaica, Queens Co., NY.
See the obituary of her mother, Elease Slator James Alford, in this compilation.
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SYLVESTER GILFORD “CHUCK” ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Wednesday, 4 December 1929
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Lue Ella Dusenbury Vick Alford; and brother Harlee M. Alford in this compilation.
On Sylvester Gilford Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 40, a carpenter living in Murrells Inlet, Georgetown Co., SC. He was born 24 Aug 1878. His contact is John Gary Alford of Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC [probably his brother], and he signed his name “Sylvester Gilford Alford.”
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Sylvester Gilford 1878 SC1, Harrison 1843 SC2, Arthur 1803 SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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TAMMY RENEE ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 14 April 1965
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Tammy Renee Alford, five-day-old daughter of Marion Thomas Alford and Mrs. Brenda Darlene Duncan Alford, died Tuesday at the Conway Hospital.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. in Hillcrest Cemetery.... Goldfinch Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.
Surviving besides the father and mother are the paternal grandparents, Mrs. and Mrs. Gilbert G. Alford, the maternal grandmother, Mrs. J.T. Duncan, and the maternal great-grandfather, Thurston T. Duncan, all of Conway.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mike Phillips
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her mother, Brenda Darlene Duncan Alford; brother John Anthony Alford; and paternal grandparents Gilbert Grey Alford and Vera Hope Herring Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
Her lineage: Tammy Renee 1965 SC1, Marion Thomas 1944 SC2, Gilbert Grey 1907 SC3, Joseph Whiteford 1877 SC4, Harrison 1843 SC5, Arthur 1803 SC6, Arthur 1775 SC7.
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TASHANA ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Monday, 22 December 1980
Name: Tashana Alford
Parents: Ruth Alford
Date of Birth/Age: 3
Date of Death: Thursday [Dec 18]
Place of Death: home on James Little Alford farm
AAFA NOTES: James Little Alford, Jr., is AAFA #0703. See the obituary of his father, James Little Alford, Sr., in this compilation. At this time, we do not know Ruth Alford’s relationship to James Little Alford.
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TERRY DEAN ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Sunday, 9 December 2001
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
LORIS [Horry Co.]—Services for Terry Dean Alford, 48, will be held at 7 tonight at Hardwick Memorial Chapel.... Mr. Alford died December 8, 2001.
Born in Mullins, he was the son of Willow Gray Heniford Alford of Loris and the late Charlie Rupert Alford. Mr. Alford was a member of the Baptist faith and retired from carpentry.
His mother, brothers, Ervin Alford and Charlie Alford, both of Loris, survive him.
Photo from Princeville Cemetery, Loris, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Terry D. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 February 1953, last residence Loris, Horry Co.
See the obituaries of his mother, Willow Grey Heniford Alford; grandparents James Harrison Alford and Fannie Jones Alford; and uncles Auburn Layton “Bernie” Alford and James Wilbur Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Terry Dean 1953 SC1, Charlie Rupert 1916 SC2, James Harrison 1881 SC3, Warren Tress 1842 SC4, Warren Tress ???? SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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TERRY RAYMOND ALFORD
THE INDEX JOURNAL
Greenwood, SC—Thursday, 6 November 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
CROSS HILL [Laurens Co.]—Terry Raymond Alford, 43, of 1246 Harris Springs Road, died on Monday, November 3, 2003, at Self Regional Medical Center in Greenwood. Services will be held on Saturday at Harley Funeral Home. Burial was in Bethabara Baptist Church Cemetery in Cross Hill.
He was born in El Cajon, California. He was the son of Lewis Preston Alford and Florence White Conner. He was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.
Survivors include his wife, Michele Smith; his mother and stepfather, George E. Conner; his father and stepmother, Maxine Alford of Sheridan, Texas; sons, Danny Alford and Chris Alford both of Victorville, California, and Travis Alford; daughter, Tiffany Alford; a brother, Michael Alford of Cross Hill; and three grandchildren.
In another article:
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—6 November 2003
Services for Terry Raymond Alford, 43, 10 a.m. Saturday at Harley Funeral Home with burial in Bethabara Baptist Church Cemetery, Cross Hill.
Born to Lewis Alford and Florence White Conner, he died Nov. 3, 2003.
Surviving: wife, Michele Smith; mother; father; stepfather, George Conner; stepmother, Maxine Alford; children, Danny, Chris, Travis, Tiffany; stepchildren, Dale Woodard, Brandi Rexford; brother, Michael Alford; half-sisters; half-brother; others.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Terry R. Alford (SS# issued in CA) was born 15 August 1960.
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THELMA FLORRIE ALFORD BAXLEY
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Monday, 16 February 2009
GALIVANTS FERRY—Thelma Florrie Baxley, 92, loving mother and grandmother, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2009.
She was born June 5, 1916 in Marion County, South Carolina, a daughter of the late William Henry and Hattie Richardson Alford. Ms. Thelma was a member of Mount Herman Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school for numerous years. She was passionate about her church and church family. She was a woman of unconditional Christian love and strength, and was respected by all who knew her.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Willie Freeman Baxley; a son-in-law who loved her dearly, Bobby Jenkins; two brothers, Dewey Alford and Jim Norton Alford; and four sisters, Janie Todd, Carrie Woodberry, Estelle Skipper, and Claudia Skipper.
Her love remains with her children, her three daughters, Lila Ruth Jenkins, Patricia Frye, and Thelma Allen and her husband, Edward; one son, Willie Joe Baxley and his wife, Betty; eight granddaughters, Jeanne ( Larry) Hardee, Joan ( Russell) Wise, Tammy Baxley, Ginger Frye, Wanda ( Barry) Evans, Lisa “Florrie” ( Jimmy ) Floyd, Crystal (Archie) Evans, and Tara (Trent) Johnson; 12 great-grandchildren, Trent (Amanda) Hardee, Craig (Richelle) Hardee, Garett Wise, Brooke Wise (Daniel) Hale, Spencer Evans, Amelia Evans, Bailey Evans, Sarah Grace Evans, Madison Floyd, Carlee Floyd, Anna Leigh Johnson, and Luke Johnson; and five great-great-grandchildren, Maddie, Lizzie, Emma, McKenzie, and Hayden Hardee.
She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and a very special aunt to many nieces and nephews, but more importantly she was truly a child of God. She saw only the good in people and loved from deep within her heart. She was a mentor to us all, teaching the love of God and the true meaning of family. Her personal relationship with God was evident in her life through her kindness and caring for others.
Our mother and grandmother will truly be missed, but because of her undying dedication, a part of her will live on as we follow examples and find guidance through the values she so diligently instilled in us.
The family would like to extend a sincere and loving thank you to the special employees at Marion Nursing Center and Winyah Hospice for the thorough and compassionate care given to our loved one. We would also like to thank all of the friends and family who visited her weekly. To all of you, we can assure you that you were special to her and your acts of kindness were greatly appreciated.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at Mount Herman Baptist Church. Officiating the services will be the Rev. Jimmy Floyd and her grandson-in-law, the Rev. Archie Evans, both of whom she loved dearly. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, February 16, 2009 at the funeral home….
Mrs. Baxley and her family are in the care of Johnson Funeral Home, 290 Ninth Avenue, Aynor.
Photo from Mount Hermon Baptist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted through C. Plaisance, with credit given to Horry County Historic Cemetery Registration Project
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Florrie T. Baxley (SS# issued in SC), last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, William Henry “Willie” Alford and Hattie Richardson Alford; and sister Claudia Alford Skipper in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Thelma Florrie 1916 SC1, William Henry 1876 SC2, William Edward 1850 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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THELMA MISHOE ALFORD JOHNSTON
HORRY INDEPENDENT
Conway, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 10 June 1999
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
LORIS [Horry Co.]—Services for Thelma Alford Johnston, 78, were held Tuesday in Hardwick Memorial Chapel in Loris with burial in Cane Branch Cemetery. Mrs. Johnston died June 6 at Loris Community Hospital following an illness.
Born in Loris, she was a daughter of the late Stanley Jack and Gertrude Boyd Mishoe. She was the widow of Jerome Alford and Dan Johnston Jr. Mrs. Johnston was a homemaker and a member of Bethany Baptist Church. Surviving are six daughters, Annette Owens and Bethel Nealey of Loris, Geraldine Yarashys of Charleston, Ernestine Rheuark of Myrtle Beach, Pauline Lewis of Conway and Marny McAllister of Marietta, Ga; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to the Loris Dialysis Center....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Thelma Johnston (SS# issued in SC) was born 29 August 1920.
See the obituary of her husband, Cecil Jerome Alford, in this compilation. It includes a photo of their shared gravestone.
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THOMAS ADEY ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 22 June 1973
GEORGETOWN—Thomas Adey Alford, 53, died Thursday at a Georgetown hospital.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Mayer Funeral Home. Burial will be in Penny Royal Memorial Gardens.
Mr. Alford was born in Georgetown County, Jan. 1, 1920, a son of Mrs. Lillie Finklea Alford and the late William Capers Alford. He lived in Georgetown all of his life where he was a tow motor operator for International Paper Co.
Surviving in addition to his mother of Georgetown are: four brothers, Clyde A. Alford of Mount Pleasant, Capers W. Alford of Andrews, George H. Alford of Charleston and William C. Alford of Georgetown, two sisters, Mrs. Myrtle A. McConnell and Mrs. Ruth A. Hansen, both of Georgetown.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ June 1973) dates of Thomas Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his parents, William Capers Alford and Lillie Finklea Alford; and siblings Capers Washington Alford, Clyde Albert Alford, George Hugene Alford, Myrtle Juliette Alford McConnell, Ruth Christine Alford Hansen, Thomas Adey Alford, and William Cole Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Daniel Benjamin Alford in Florida Obituaries.
His middle name is from his sister Ruth’s obituary.
His lineage: Thomas Adey 1920 SC1, William Capers 1877 SC2, Bryant W. 1842 SC3.
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THOMAS BRANFORD “BRANTY” ALFORD
Photo from Tommy Turner’s (tomsturn69) Turner/Martin/Deal Family Tree (Ancestry) - used with permission
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 24 September 1992
GALIVANT’S FERRY—Thomas Branty Alford, 86, a retired farmer, died Tuesday in a Mullins hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday in Cox-Collins Funeral Home. Burial will be in New Home No. 2 Church Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of Louis H. Alford and Galvin McCrackin Alford.
Surving are his wife, Rose Ella Allen Alford; three sons, Paul L. Alford and Donza L. Alford, both of Lancaster, and Roger Alford of Galivant’s Ferry; two daughters, Eloise Johnson of Lancaster and Rosie Lewis of Loris; and 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
Photo from Gethsemane Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susan Rogerson Perhala-Horry County Cemeteries
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Branty Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 4 March 1906, last residence Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Rose Ella Allen Alford; son Paul Lester Alford; granddaughter Rosa Louise Alford; and brothers Berry Coleman Alford, Ely Mitchell Alford, Homer Burroughs Alford, and Howard H. Alford in this compilation.
Thomas Branford Alford was the son of Lewis H. Alford and Frances Galvin McCracken.
Information regarding his burial from Susan Perhala, posted to his Find A Grave memorial:
T. Branty Alford was originally interred at New Home Full Gospel Cemetery (Highway 308). In or around 2004, his double marker stone at New Home Full Gospel Cemetery and Mr. Alford were moved to Gethsemane by Cox-Collins Funeral Home. Mrs. Alford passed away in 2004. This information is from Cox-Collins Funeral Home, Mullins, SC per phone call by contributor to Don July 7, 2014.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Thomas Branford 1906 SC1, Lewis H. 1868 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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THOMAS BROOKS ALFORD
Uncle of Howard Alford Jr., AAFA #0274
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 14 June 1955
Name: Thomas Brooks Alford
Parents: late Frasier & Annie David Alford
Date of Birth/Age: 62
Date of Death: Thursday [June 9]
Place of Death: a Columbia hospital
Place of Burial: Alford Cemetery, Dillon Co.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: From AAFA records, James was born 1 May 1893 in Selkirk, Marion Co. [now Dillon Co.], SC.
See the obituaries of his parents, James Frierson Alford Sr. and Annie Spears David Alford; and his brothers James Frierson Alford Jr. and William Frank Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother William David Alford in Florida Obituaries.
From SC Deaths: T. Brooks Alford’s death certificate lists his birth on 1 May 1893 in SC, the son of J. Frierson Alford and Annie David. His date of death in Columbia, Richland Co., is 9 June 1955. He was a divorced lawyer.
He is listed in The Political Graveyard: “Alford, Thomas Brooks (b. 1893)—also known as T. Brooks Alford—Born in Dillon, Dillon County, S.C., May 1, 1893. U.S. Vice Consul in Riga, 1916-17.”
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Thomas Brooks 1893 SC1, James Frierson 1846 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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THOMAS HARRISON ALFORD
SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL
Spartanburg, Spartanburg Co., SC—Saturday, 1 March 2014
SPARTANBURG—Thomas Harrison Alford, 64, of 420 Southgate Road, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014, at his residence.
Born in Rock Hill, S.C., he was the son of the late W.D. (Bill) Alford and Mary Gordon Bowers. Mr. Alford was the owner/operator of Global Screens in Roebuck and was a U.S. Army veteran. He loved golfing and working, was an avid Gamecock fan and was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving is a son, Donnie Alford and wife, Christy of Spartanburg; a daughter, Carla Alford of Rock Hill; four brothers, Johnny Alford, Dave Alford, Honorable Lee Alford and wife, Terri, and Robert Alford and wife, Cathy, all of Rock Hill; nine grandchildren, Gage Cooke, Kevin Brock, Brandon Brock, Breanna Brock, Dillon Brock, Christian Alford, Cameron Alford, Ario Trujillo and Ariana Trujillo.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Donna Carpenter.
A private memorial service will be held by the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Jimmy V. Foundation, 106 Towerview Court, Cary, NC 27513. The family will be at their respective homes. An online guest register is available at www.blakelyfuneralhome.com. Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory, Gaffney, S.C.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his mother, Mary Gordon Alford Bowers, in this compilation.
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THOMAS LEE ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 30 April 1970
DARLINGTON—Thomas Lee Alford died early Wednesday morning in a local hospital after a short illness.
Graveside services will be conducted Friday at 5:30 p.m. in Grove Hill Cemetery.... Kistler Funeral Home is in charge.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion, a son of the late Neil and Eugenia Stackhouse Alford. He was a graduate of Clemson College in the class of 1911 and was a retired aviation engineer. He lived in Myrtle Beach for the past 14 years before moving to Darlington in 1969.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Sophia Woods Alford of Darlington; a sister, Miss Lillian Alford of Marion; and a nephew, N.H. Alford Jr. of Charlottesville, Va.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Thomas Alford (SS# issued in KS) was born 24 Sept 1889.
See the obituaries of his siblings Lillian Alford and Neill Herbert Alford, Sr., and his nephew Neill Herbert Alford, Jr., in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Thomas Lee 1889 SC1, Neill Little 1848 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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THURMAN ROLAND JAMES ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Thursday, 10 December 1970
CONWAY—Roland James Alford, 41, died Wednesday [December 9] in a Charleston hospital.
The funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Goldfinch Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in the Mount Arial Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of Mrs. Callie Cannon Alford Richardson of Conway and the late Noah Alford.
Surviving in addition to his mother are: his widow, Mrs. Irene Fowler Alford of Conway; two brothers, A.C. Alford and Walter Lee Alford, both of Conway; a sister, Mrs. Joseph W. Montgomery of Charleston.
Photo from Mount Arial Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: Thurman Roland James 1929 SC1, Noah Arnold 1892 SC2, Lewis H. 1868 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B 1780 SC?6, William 1760 NC?7.
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TILLMAN ALFORD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Friday, 22 October 1971
Photo from West Side Cemetery, Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by deceased Find A Grave contributor Robert A. Young, Jr.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Tillman Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 9 May 1891 and died _____ Oct 1971, last residence Lancaster, Lancaster Co., SC.
See the obituary of his wife, Janell Witherspoon Alford, in this compilation.
He is listed as Ben T., age 10, on the 1900 census, but Ben or initial B. appears in no other available records.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: Tillman 1891 SC1, Calhoun 1850 SC2, unknown3.
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TOCHIE PATRICIA ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 19 March 1991
Name: Tochie Patricia Alford
Parents: Manton and Rena Curry Alford
Date of Birth/Age: Age 87
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Monday [March 18]
Place of Death: Presbyterian Home Infirmary at Florence
Place of Burial: Alford Cemetery
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Tochie P. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 17 March 1904, last residence Dillon, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her parents, Manton Alford and Lorena Curry Alford; and siblings Duncan Curry Alford, Earl Richards Alford Sr., James Little Alford, Juliaette Alford, Manton Clisby Alford, Margaret Alford Brandis, and Mary Love Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Tochie Patricia 1904 SC1, Manton 1854 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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TODD MICHAEL ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 4 February 2015
LEXINGTON—Todd Michael Alford, M.D., 50, of Lexington, passed away in his home on February 2, 2015 surrounded by his loving family and friends. Dr. Alford courageously battled Lou Gehrig’s Disease (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) for nearly eighteen months.
Born November 17, 1964 in Lakeland, Florida, he was predeceased by his father, the late William Ray Alford.
Dr. Alford us survived by his wife Lori Harris Alford of Lexington, his mother Blanche Fortin Alford of The Villages, Florida, his sister, Theresa de Almagro of Pembroke Pines, Florida and his daughters Kaitlyn, Kendall, Chelsea, and Caroline Alford of Rock Hill.
Dr. Alford was a devoted husband and adoring father who was committed to helping and inspiring others through his practice in Psychiatry. Prior to his passing, Dr. Alford was reminded by many family members, friends, and associates, that he left a positive, indelible impression on their lives. He will be remembered for his kindness, compassion, humor, intellect, love of music, and invaluable fellowship. He was an avid tennis player who also enjoyed running, biking, and snowboarding. He was a self-professed “study of the game” in regards to both football and basketball and was a unwavering Florida Gators fan.
Dr. Alford earned a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Florida in 1986 and an M.D. from the University of Florida, College of Medicine in 1990. He performed his residency at Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and a fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry at Yale University’s School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Law. Dr. Alford was board certified in Psychiatry, Neurology, and Forensic Psychiatry. He was most recently employed with the G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital in Columbia.
Dr. Alford will be remembered in services at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2350 Augusta Highway, Lexington, SC on Wednesday, February 4th.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.woodridge-lexington.com.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
We included the obituary of his father, William Ray Alford, in Florida Obituaries.
His lineage: Todd Michael 1964 FL1, William Ray 1942 FL2, John Henry 1916 FL3, William Daniel 1877 AL4, William P. 1854 AL5.
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TOMMY BLOYCE ALFORD
ANDERSON INDEPENDENT-MAIL
Anderson, Anderson Co., SC—Tuesday, 20 May 2008
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
Tommy B. Alford, 72, of 104 Triangle Dr., Seneca [Oconee Co.], S.C. died Sunday May 18, 2008. He was the son of the late, Eugene and Clara Smith Alford. He is survived by his wife, Jean Palmer Alford of the home, two sons, Johnny Stocker of Goose Creek, S.C. and Tim Thomas of Seneca, S.C., one daughter, Kathy Chance of Phoenix, AZ, three brothers, Smith Alford of Seneca, S.C., Aubrey Alford of Cordelle, GA, and Jerry Alford of John’s Island, S.C., one sister, Rosalee Muzan of Mt. Pleasant, S.C., six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday May 21, 2008 at 2:00pm at Corinth Baptist Church….
The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to OMH Cottingham House, 220 Tucker Ln., Seneca, S.C. 29672 or Corinth Baptist Church Maintenance Dept., 530 Old Clemson Hwy., Seneca, S.C. 29672.
Brown-Oglesby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Tommy Bloyce Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 23 March 1936, last residence Seneca, Oconee Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Jean Elizabeth Palmer Alford; his parents, Eugene A. Alford and Clara Smith Alford; and siblings Malcolm Eugene Alford, Muriel Alford Buckmaster, and Rosalee Alford Mouzon in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Tommy Bloyce 1936 SC1, Eugene A. 1898 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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VERA BARDEN CARNES ALFORD
Mother of Howard Alford Jr., AAFA #0274
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 29 March 1968
Photo from Sumter Cemetery, Sumter, Sumter Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributors Clyde & Barbara Forever
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Vera Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 18 Sept 1883 [different than obituary and gravestone], and died _____ March 1968 last residence Sumter, Sumter Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her sons Cecil Newton Alford and Howard Alford Jr. in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her husband’s lineage: Howard 1881 SC1, James Frierson 1846 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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VERA HOPE HERRING ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Sunday, 5 October 2008
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Vera Hope Herring Alford, 87, wife of the late Gilbert Grey Alford, of Gilbert Road, died Saturday, October 4, 2008 at Conway Medical Center.
Mrs. Alford was born in Conway, a daughter of the late Marion David and Lillie Daniels Herring. She was a charter member of Greenwood Baptist Church where she served as a Sunday School teacher and was active in the Women’s Missionary Union and other committees of the church. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Bashor Woodcraft.
Surviving are five sons, Lanier Alford and his wife, Janie, Tommy Alford and his wife, Brenda, and Myron Alford and his wife, Helen, all of Conway, Joe Alford, and Wendell Alford and his wife, Nancy, all of Baltimore; three daughters, Yvonne Thompson and her husband, W.E., of Sophia, N.C., Sherry Joyner, and Gladys Allen and her husband, Edward, all of Conway; 17 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 7, 2008 in Greenwood Baptist Churc…. Burial will follow in State Branch Cemetery directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel....
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Vera Hope Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 25 July 1921, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Gilbert Grey Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone; her son Edward Gray Alford; her daughter-in-law Jane Honeycutt Alford, and her granddaughter Tammy Renee Alford in this compilation.
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VERNIE P. ALFORD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—_____ March 2016
LATTA—Vernie P. Alford, 77, died Monday, March 28, 2016, at McLeod Medical Center-Dillon.
Funeral services will be held 4:00 P.M. Thursday at Shiloh Church Chapel in Oak Grove with burial in the church cemetery directed by Cooper Funeral Home….
Born in Dillon County, March 8, 1939, he was the son of the late Eugene Alford and Daisy Elizabeth Burr Alford. He was a member of Shiloh Chapel Church.
Survivors include, Virginia Clark of Latta; daughters, Jennifer Dixon and Donna Sue Monohan both of Latta; sisters, Dorothy Jean Abbott of Dillon, Stella Clark of Latta, and Carolyn Parrimore of Georgia; brothers, Jimmy Alford, Larry Craig Alford, and Gene Ray Alford all of Latta, William Alford of Chesterfield, Everette Wayne Alford of Dillon, and Anthony Alford of Latta.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Eugene Alford and Daisy Elizabeth Burr Alford; and siblings Elizabeth Alford Langdon, Ernestine Alford, Lorraine Alford Tart, and Major Alford in this compilation.
His lineage: Vernie P. 1939 SC1, Eugene 1907 SC2.
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VERNON LEE ALFORD, SR.
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Wednesday, 30 March 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
Vernon Lee Alford, Sr., 78, of 100 Belvue Road, husband of Hazel Hawkins Alford, died Tuesday, March 29, 2005, at North Greenville Hospital.
Born in Horry County, he was the son of the late Allen and Rosa Huggins Alford.
Mr. Alford was retired from D&B Glass and was a member of Solid Rock Church of God. He was also a United States Navy Veteran, having served during World War II.
Surviving, in addition to his wife, are four children, Vernon Lee Alford, Jr. of Travelers Rest, Patricia Spearman of Greenville, Deborah Powers of Gray Court, Lisa McLaughlin of Simpsonville; four stepchildren, James D. Hawkins of Panama City, Fla., Billy Hawkins of Travelers Rest, Tammy Lowery of Simpsonville, Lisa Epps of Travelers Rest; a sister, Joyce Martin of Orangeburg; sixteen grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be tonight, March 30, 2005, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, March 31, 2005, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow in Grand View Memorial Gardens….
The family will be at the home of a brother-in-law, James Farthing, … Greenville.
Photos from Grandview Memorial Gardens, Travelers Rest, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Chris & Julie Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Vernon Lee Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 18 May 1926, last residence Travelers Rest, Greenville Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his parents, Allen Marvin Alford and Rosa Angeline Huggins Alford; and brothers Dan Allen Alford, Leroy Earl Alford, and Quincy Asberry Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: Vernon Lee 1926 SC1, Allen Marvin 1905 SC2, John M. 1859 SC3, James T. 1830 SC4, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC6.
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VICTOR JEROME ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 1 February 1959
J.V. ALFORD DROWNS IN LITTLE PEE DEE
MULLINS—Jerome Victor Alford, 44, drowned accidentally in the Little Pee Dee River near Cartwheel Landing Saturday afternoon [January 31] while on a fishing trip.
According to Coroner Bill Drew, Mr. Alford, who was fishing alone, apparently fell out of the boat and drowned. The body was recovered in shallow water about 10 feet from the boat.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete but will be announced by Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins.
Mr. Alford was a resident of Marion County and a veteran of World War II, serving for a long period in the European Theater. He was the son of the late William H. Alford and Mrs. Mattie Smith Alford with whom he made his home.
Surviving, besides the mother, are three sisters, Miss Virginia Alford of the home, Mrs. Mildred Byrd of Charleston and Mrs. Dorothy Cornett of Bangor, Me; four brothers, Herbert Alford of Conway, William Alford of Elkin, N.C., Stanley Alford of Tacoma Park, Md, and Neal Alford of Miami, Fla.
Photo from Smith Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, William Herbert Alford and Martha Prudence “Mattie” Smith Alford; and siblings Dorothy Alford Cornett, Frank Luther Alford, Mildred Alford Byrd, Stanley Carlyle Alford, Virginia Grey Alford, and William “Chessie” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Victor Jerome 1914 SC1, William Herbert 1880 SC2, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC3, Warren Little 1823 TN4, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC5, Warren 1770 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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VICTORIA RABON KING ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 21 October 1983
LORIS—Victoria Rabon King Alford, 86, widow of Ealie Mitchell Alford, died Thursday [October 20] in a local nursing center.
The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in Gurley Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, will be in Bayboro Baptist Church cemetery.
Mrs. Alford was born in Horry County, a daughter of Duke Rabon and Ann Allen Rabon. She was a member of Gurley Baptist Church.
Surviving are four stepsons, W.J. Alford and E.J. Alford, both of Odessa, Texas, T.E. Alford of Andrews, Texas, and Hubert Alford of Charleston; three stepdaughters, Emma Rabon and Eula Jane Best, Both of Conway, and Mary Johnson of Charleston; a half brother, Coy Alford of Florence; three half sisters, Minnie Cannon of Aynor, Macie King of Galivant’s Ferry and Beulah Smith of Poston; and a number of stepgrandchildren.
Photo from Bayboro Baptist Church Cemetery, Bayboro, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Kathy Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
See the obituary of her second husband, Ely Mitchell Alford, in this compilation.
Victoria’s first husband was Henry Inman King. They share a gravestone.
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VIOLA ALFORD MCLEAN
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 25 June 1957
DILLON, June 24—Funeral services for Mrs. Viola Alford McLean, widow of the late Marvin McLean, who died today at Sunny Acres rest home will be held from Bethea Funeral Home Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery.
She was the daughter of the late B.A. [Benjamin Ancel] and Mary Campbell Alford. She is survived by two brothers, W.B. [William Benjamin] and J.C. [James Cousar] of Floydale; one sister, Mrs. Sophie Wiggins, Columbia....
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: AAFA records list her birth date as 3 August 1886.
See the obituaries of her mother, Mary Elizabeth Campbell Alford; and siblings Annie Lee Alford Stackhouse, James Cousar Alford, and William Benjamin Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Viola 1886 SC1, Benjamin Ancel 1852 SC2, Benjamin Lee 1809 NC3, Elias 1779 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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VIRGINIA ELIZABETH ALLFORD DIAS
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 19 December 1998
FLORENCE—Virginia Allford Dias, 72, former owner of Allford Sign Co., died Wednesday [December 16] in a Florence hospital. Graveside services will be noon today in Mount Hope Cemetery. Burial will be directed by Waters-Powell Funeral Home.
Mrs. Dias was born in Florence, a daughter of Nathan A. Allford and Jettie M. Hendrix Allford. She was a graduate of Florence High School. She was the widow of Melvin E. Dias.
Surviving are three sons, Richard K. Dias of Florence, Robert K. Dias of Gloucester, Va., and James K. Dias of Charleston; a sister, Dora A. Williams of Florence; and five grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Virginia A. Dias (SS# issued in SC) was born 13 November 1926.
See the obituary of her mother, Jettie Maybelle Hendrix Alford, in this compilation.
A RootsWeb Family Tree says Virginia Elizabeth Allford married Melvin Elvin Dias on 24 June 1945 in Florence, Florence Co., SC. They were divorced in 1976. The same Family Tree indicates that Nathan changed the spelling from Alford to Allford.
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VIRGINIA ESTELLE MATTHEWS ALFORD
Greer, Greenville Co., SC—_____ May 2014
Virginia Estelle Matthews Alford, 83, of 101 Greer Street, died May 5, 2014 at her home.
A native of Wilson County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late William E. and Estelle Turner Matthews.
Surviving are her husband, Henry Alford of the home; six grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday at The Wood Mortuary….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
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VIRGINIA GREY ALFORD
Aunt of Frank Luther Alford Jr., AAFA #0720
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 10 January 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
MULLINS [Marion Co.]—Services for Virginia Grey Alford, 85, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, January 11, 2003 at Cox-Collins Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Smith Cemetery....
Miss Alford died Thursday, January 9, 2003, in Providence Hospital after an illness. Born on August 9, 1917, in Marion County, she was a daughter of the late William and Mattie Smith Alford. She was a retired secretary and a member of Gapway Baptist Church.
Surviving are her brothers, Stanley Alford of West Columbia and Neil Alford of Marietta, Georgia.
Photo from Smith Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm that Virginia K. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 9 August 1917, last residence Columbia, Richland Co.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Virginia Grey 1917 SC1, William Herbert 1880 SC2, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC3, Warren Little 1823 TN4, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC5, Warren 1770 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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VIRGINIA MAE COTTON ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 21 July 2011
DARLINGTON—Funeral service for Mrs. Virginia Mae Cotton Alford of Darlington will be 2:00 p. m. Friday, July 22, 2011 in Flat Creek Baptist Church. Rev. John L. Williams, Pastor. Burial will follow in Round O Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home, Inc., Darlington. Mrs. Alford died Saturday, July 16th in a Florence hospital after a brief illness.
She was born in Florence a daughter of the late George and Julia Mae Williams Cotton. At a very age, she was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and was a graduate of St. John’s High School Class of 1976. She was employed at local hospitals and nursing as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 18 years; and was currently employed at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florence for 16 years.
Survivors include: her husband, Isaac Alford of the home; one son, Isaac C. Alford of Syracuse, NY; one daughter, Tinisha E. Alford of the home; two grandchildren, Kierra T. Alford and Dayvon C. Alford both of the home; one brother, Tommy (Peggy) Cotton, Sr. of Darlington; one sister, Ms. Georgia C. Johnson of Darlington; her mother-in-law, Mrs. Marie B. Alford of Darlington; one special aunt, Mrs. Virginia Patterson of Newport News, VA; one special uncle, Mr. Jerome Cotton of Youngstown, Ohio; one special nephew, Timothy Cotton; 3 sisters-in-law, 5 brothers-in-law; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
The family is receiving friends at the residence, 1407 Mechanicsville Highway, (Pineville Community) Darlington.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Virginia C. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 2 Sept 1957, last residence not listed.
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VIRGINIA WALKER ALFORD
Photo from J. Henry Stuhr Funeral Home
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 10 February 2017
MT. PLEASANT—Virginia Walker Alford, 88, of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, widow of Clyde Albert Alford, died Friday, February 10, 2017. Her Funeral Service will be held Monday, February 13, 2017 in the McClellanville United Methodist Church, 200 Pinckney Street, at 11:00 a.m. Interment, McClellanville Methodist Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Mount Pleasant Chapel, 1494 Mathis Ferry Road.
Virginia was born June 6, 1928 in McClellanville, South Carolina, daughter of the late Benjamin Henry Walker, Jr. and the late Gertrude Cumbee Walker. She graduated as valedictorian from McClellanville High School and attended the Baptist College of Charleston. Virginia retired from the Charleston Naval Shipyard. She was a member of McClellanville Methodist Church.
She is survived by her daughters, Alberta Virginia Alford Druce (William) and Jane Skrine Alford Szorc (Joe), both of Mt. Pleasant; five grandchildren, Robert Walker Alford Druce, Christopher William Druce, Katherine Druce Beveridge, Victoria Druce Wilson, and Maxim Joseph Szorc; her sister, Jenny Walker Weeks of Charleston; and many nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to McClellanville Methodist Church, P.O. Box 242, McClellanville, SC 29458 or the Alzheimer’s Association….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list her death.
See the obituary of her husband, Clyde Albert Alford, in this compilation.
Her funeral home memorial includes many uncaptioned family photos.
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WADE HAMPTON ALFORD, JR.
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Saturday, 31 January 1970
Photo from New Silver Brook Cemetery, Anderson, Anderson Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor L N M W H
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Wade Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 26 May 1911 and died _____ Jan 1970, last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of his wife, Claudia Lee Parnell Alford; son Robert Lee Alford; and father, Wade Hampton Alford Sr., in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son John Wade Hampton in Oregon Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Wade Hampton 1911 SC1, Wade Hampton 1876 GA2, David Bryan 1850 SC3, Lodwick 1802 NC4, Drury Cade 1767 NC5.
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WADE HAMPTON ALFORD, SR.
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Saturday, 14 December 1935
Photo from Silver Brook Cemetery, Anderson, Anderson Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Carol
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of of his son Wade Hampton Alford Jr.; and brother Willis M. Alford in this compilation.
From his Find A Grave memorial: “Original burial was in the Mt. Zion Methodist Church cemetery in Hart County, Georgia. The graves were relocated with construction of Hartwell Dam.”
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Wade Hampton 1876 GA1, David Bryan 1850 SC2, Lodwick 1802 NC3, Drury Cade 1767 NC4.
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WALTER ADOLPHUS ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Wednesday, 26 March 1997
Photo from Greenville Memorial Gardens, Piedmont, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Karen & Buddy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Walter A. Alford (SS# issued in FL) was born 15 May 1923, last residence Greenville, Greenville Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his mother, Nina F. Smith Alford Friedman; brothers Charles Lang Alford Jr. and William Hubert Alford; and sister-in-law Mildred Cox Alford in this compilation.
From SSACI: Walter Adolpha Alford was born 15 May 1923 in Godfery [Godfrey], Morgan Co., GA, son of Charles L. Alford and Nina Smith.
From Florida, County Marriage Records (Ancestry): Walter Adolphus Alford married Martha Josephine Desha on 4 August 1947 in Broward Co., FL.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Walter Adolphus 1923 GA1, Charles Lang 1888 GA2, Elisha 1856 GA3, John Allen 1815 GA4, William 1794 NC5, Kinchen 1768 NC6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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WALTER GARY ALFORD
[He died in NC, but we are also including his obituary here because SC was his home.]
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 10 June 1967
Photo from Bakers Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery, Aynor, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Walter Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 8 apr 1895 and died _____ June 1967, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his second wife, Orilla Dosey Brown Alford; and children Ann Gertrude Alford, Clifford James Alford, Elliott Alford, Harley Leverne Alford, and Naomi Alford Hucks Cannon in this compilation.
From North Carolina, Death Certificates (Ancestry): Walter Gary Alford died 9 June 1967 in at the Veterans Administration, Cumberland Cross Creek, Fayetteville, Cumberland Co., NC, where he had resided for 391 days. His usual residence as Conway, Horry Co., SC. His parents are Arthur S. Alford and Martha Baker, and his wife is Orilla.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #12.
His lineage: Walter Gary 1895 SC1, Arthur S. 1857 SC2, Jess 1834 SC3, Jesse 1785 SC4.
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WALTER HERBERT ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Saturday, 15 January 2005
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
FLORENCE—Walter Herbert Alford, 79, of 1568 Stokes Road, Florence, died Friday morning, Jan. 14, 2005, in a Florence hospital after an illness.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion County, a son of the late Pearlie Dubose Alford and the late Leila Pace Alford. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of World War II, a member of the Marine Corps League, a member of Northgate Baptist Church and a member of Hewitt Harrell Sunday School Class. He retired in 1990 from Palmetto Tire Co. of Florence.
Surviving are his wife, Jean Bryant Alford of the home; two daughters, Carolyn (Bill) Bailey and Linda (Morgan) Harrell, both of Florence; a brother, Dewey (Miriam) Alford of Marion; two sisters, Olivia Whitaker of Oklahoma City and Bessie Lee Weicht of Las Vegas; four grandchildren, Melissa Fricks of Scranton, Walter Harrell of Turbeville, Hewitt (Michelle) Harrell of Darlington and Angela Harrell of Anderson; and a great-grandchild, Noah Harrell of Darlington.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Pearlie D. Red Alford Jr.
Funeral service will be at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 16, in Northgate Baptist Church. Entombment will follow in Florence Memorial Gardens Mausoleum directed by Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home....
Photo from Florence Memorial Gardens, Flornce, Florence Co., SC Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mary Lou Arion
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Walter H. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 17 Sept 1925.
See the obituaries of his wife, Jean Bryant Alford; parents, Pearlie Dubose Alford Sr. and Leila Pace Alford; and brothers Dewey Emanuel Alford and Pearlie Dubose Alford Jr. in this compilation.
The obituary of Walter’s wife’s brother, Paul Bryant, lists his parents as Mr. and Mrs. Rembert Bryant [Morning News, 21 September 1951].
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Walter Herbert 1925 SC1, Pearlie Dubose 1894 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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WALTER THOMAS ALFORD, SR.
AAFA #0683
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Thursday, 3 January 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Summer 2008
HARTSVILLE [Darlington Co.]—Services for Rev. Walter Thomas Alford, Sr., 90, will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church with burial in Greenlawn Cemetery. Visitation is from 6:30-8:30 tonight at the chapel of Young & Young Funeral Home.
Rev. Alford died December 28, 2001.
Surviving are wife, Lillie Alford; daughters, Jessie Stuckey, Mary Yarborough, Gradye Stephen, Beverly and Linda Alford; sons, Norman, William and Reginald Alford; sisters, Ellen Pickett, Alberta Mack, Minnie George, and Rosa Hines, and brother Dock Blyther.
In another article, source unknown:
Services for the Rev. Walter Alford will be held today, Friday, Jan. 4, at 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Hartsville. Rev. Alford died Friday, Dec. 28, 2001. He pastored the Bennettsville Church of God.
In the tradition of a devoted life in the service of the Lord, Pastor Walter Thomas Alford Sr. made his annual trip, for the last time, to the Church of God Campgrounds in Augusta, Ga., on Dec. 28, 2001. At approximately 11:30 a.m. he was called to his final duty standing in the vestibule of the Augusta Church of God to minister to a lost soul that expressed a great desire to be set free from the burden of sin and experience the joy of salvation. In his humble obedient way, this spiritual giant labored to win the soul of a young woman for the Lord and as he prayed the Lord looked upon His faithful servant and ushered him into His presence. For, “to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.” When the death angel came at 11:40 a.m., Pastor Alford was walking with the Lord.
On Sept. 18, 1911, Walter Thomas Alford was born to Jesse Thomas and Susanna Mack Alford. He was the second of seven children born to this union. His immediate family affectionately called him “Bubba.” He distinguished himself among his siblings early in life, as being different. By age 15, this different quality was manifested through his conversion to Christ. He started his Christian walk with absolute resolve to serve the Lord with a faithful heart. He became an avid reader of God’s Word and read the Bible in its entirety right from the start as a youth. He began his service in the Vineyard of the Lord in the Methodist church as a Sunday school teacher, choir member and church secretary at the Sandy Grove Methodist Church for two years. Then he moved his membership to Emanuel AME Church where he served in the same positions for the next two years. His study of God’s Word lead him to the Church of God Reformation Movement, headquarters in Anderson, Indiana in 1931. Thereafter, he proclaimed that this change led him to fully embrace God’s Word, which reads, “Be ye holy, for I AM Holy, and Without Holiness no man shall see the Lord.” This marked the beginning of a great servant of the Lord... called to be a Saint. He continued to show forth a remarkable understanding of God’s Word, always lending his spiritual ears to the voice of the Lord. He truly accepted the fact that it was the Holy Spirit who leads and directs God’s children in to all truth and reveals the deep understanding of His word. Walter’s ability to discern and teach God’s Word even as a youth amazed those who came to know him.
While still a teen-ager, Walter began to pray to the Lord for his helpmate. He often shared the story of how he put several fleece before God to get confirmation on who would become his bride. Eventually, by age 21, he was satisfied that he had received his answer from the Lord and on Sept. 3, 1932, he married the former Lillie Bell Franklin and God blessed this union with 10 children... five girls and five boys.
As a young family man he resided in Lamar, and situated himself with the Lamar Church of God serving in the capacity of Sunday school superintendent, youth leader, teacher and janitor. After a period of time, he moved his family to Timmonsville and joined with other pioneers of the faith to build the Timmonsville Church of God edifice.
Surviving are his beloved wife of 69 years, Mrs. Lillie B. Alford; five daughters, Jessie A. Stuckey of Washington, D.C., Mary A. Yarborough of Aiken, Gradye A. Stephen of Paterson, N.J., Beverly Alford of District Heights, Md., and Linda Rene Alford of Florence; three sons, Norman L. Alford of Freeport, Bahamas, William Alford of Darlington, and Reginald Alford of Hartsville; two sons-in-laws, Maxi Stuckey Sr. of Washington, D.C., and Allen Stephen of Paterson, N.J.; one daughter-in-law, Carolyn Alford; four sisters, Ellen Pickett of Norfolk, Va., Alberta Mack of Timmonsville, and Rosa Lee Hines and Minnie Lee George, both of Hartsville; one brother, Dock Blythers of Lamar; one aunt, Louise “Sweeter” Ashwood of Bennettsville; 18 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; two sisters-in-law, Johnnie Lee Alford of Wilmington, N.C., and Lillian Alford of Marion; one brother-in-law, Joseph Scott of Baltimore, Md.; a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Photo from Greenlawn Cemetery, Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Richard Holter
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates for Walter T. Alford (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituary of his wife, Lillie Bell Franklin Alford, in this compilation.
1930 CENSUS
Lynches River, Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #4:
Jessie Alford head B 48 SC SC SC farmer
age 24 at 1st marriage
Beulah wife B 30 SC SC SC age 22 at 1st marriage
Jessie Leroy son B 19 SC SC SC
Walter son B 18 SC SC SC
Ellin Nora dau B 16 SC SC SC
Mary Jane dau B 14 SC SC SC
Henry James son B 13 SC SC SC
Bessie dau B 11 SC SC SC
Alberta dau B 9 SC SC SC
Willie Moses son B 3-3/12 SC SC SC
Aron son B 2-2/12 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Lynches River, Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #14:
Jessie T. Alford head B 38 SC SC SC farmer
Susanna wife B 33 SC SC SC
Creola dau B 13 SC SC SC
Jessie Leroy son B 9-5/12 SC SC SC
Walter son B 8-4/12 SC SC SC
Ellin dau B 6-6/12 SC SC SC
Mary Jane dau B 4-7/12 SC SC SC
Henry son B 2-11/12 SC SC SC
Bessie dau B 1-4/12 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Lamar (District 7), Darlington Co., SC, Dwelling #55:
Jessie Alford head 27 SC SC SC married 5 years farmer black
Suzana wife 23 SC SC SC 0 children, 0 living black
George brother 18 SC SC SC single black
Jessie, his father George and his brother George have not been found on any other census.
On Jesse Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is a farmer, employed by J.S. Severance, living in Lamar, Darlington Co., SC, age 37. He was born 10 Oct 1881, his race is Negro, and his nearest relative is Susanna. He signed his name.
On Jesse’s brother George A. Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card, he is a farmer, employed by Rollie Thompson, living in Lamar, Darlington Co., SC, age 27. He was born 11 Nov 1890 in Lamar, his race is Negro, and he has a wife and 3 children. He signed his name.
South Carolina Death Index, 1915–1949 [Ancestry] lists Susianne Alford, died 17 Feb 1921 in Darlington Co., age 37, non-white.
The same source lists Jassie Alford, died 21 May 1944 in Darlington Co., age 62, non-white.
His lineage, provided by Walter: Walter Thomas 1911 SC1, Jesse Thomas 1881 SC2, George 1850 SC3.
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WARDIE BISHOP ALFORD, JR.
[He died in MA, but we are including his obituary here because he lived and is buried in SC.]
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Thursday, 19 May 1960
In another article:
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Friday, 20 May 1960
Photos from Greenlawn Memorial Park, Columbia, Richland Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Green Jewell
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Dorothy Mae Mizzell Alford; parents, Wardie Bishop Alford Sr. and Corinne Watkins Alford; and siblings Ruth Corinne Alford Burns McDonald and William Edward Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Betty Lou Alford Johnson in Texas Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Wardie Bishop 1926 SC1, Wardie Bishop 1893 SC2, William Edward 1855 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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WARDIE BISHOP ALFORD, SR.
[He died in NC, but we are including his obituary here because he lived and is buried in SC.]
From News and Courier, 6 October 1938
“Palmetto Post 112 Installs Officers”
EVENING POST
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Wednesday, 1 May 1974
GREENVILLE—Wardie Bishop Alford of 301 Beechwood Ave., Eastover, died Tuesday in an Oteen, N.C., hospital
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will be at 3 p.m. in New Market United Methodist Church Cemetery at Hartsville.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion, a son of William Edward and Mrs. Rebecca Whaley Alford. He formerly lived in Columbia and Charleston.
He was a retired furniture dealer and interior designer. He was a member of Buncombe Street United Methodist Church and James F. Daniel Post 3, American Legion. He was past commander of Palmetto Post 112, in Charleston. He was a Navy veteran of World War I.
Surviving are two daughter, Mrs. Fred N. McDonald of Greenville and Mrs. Ragnar E. Johnson of Houston, Tex., and 10 grandchildren.
Photos from New Market UMC Cemetery, Hartsville, Darlington Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Darlington SC
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Wardie Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 3 March 1893 and died _____ May 1974 [incorrect], last residence Greenville, Greenville Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Corinne Watkins Alford; children Ruth Corinne Alford Burns McDonald, Wardie Bishop Alford Jr., and William Edward Alford; parents William Edward “Ned” Alford and Rebecca Whaley Alford; and siblings Edward Deloney Alford, Essie Alford Hyman, Mary Alford Hatchell Cole, Minnie Viola Alford Coleman, Susan Alford Jones, and William Henry Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his daughter Betty Lou Alford Johnson in Texas Obituaries; and of his brother Daniel Manuel Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: Wardie Bishop 1893 SC1, William Edward 1850 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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WARREN GLENN ALFORD
Warren Glenn Alford and Anna Belding Alford
Photo from their Find A Grave memorials
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 2 April 1990
Included in AAFA ACTION, September 1990
Entered into eternal rest on the evening of March 31, 1990, Warren Glen Alford. Residence, Charleston Heights, S.C. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Glen Alford are invited to attend the funeral services of the former at Dorchester Waylyn Baptist Church [Charleston Heights, SC], Monday, April 2, 1990 at 1:00 o’clock. Interment, Carolina Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at Stuhr’s North Area Chapel this Sunday evening from 6:00 until 9:00 o’clock.
Photos from Carolina Memorial Park, North Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Juanda Owens B.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Warren G. Alford (SS# issued in GA) was born 16 Oct 1906, last residence Charleston, Charleston Co., SC.
We included the obituaries of his parents, Warren Hamilton Alford and Mae Odessa Butler Alford; and brothers Robert Butler Alford Sr. and Wade Hamilton Alford in Georgia Obituaries.
Marriage announcement:
ATLANTA CONSTITUTION
Atlanta, Fulton Co., GA—Wednesday, 21 August 1929
Marriage announcement:
AUGUSTA CHRONICLE
Augusta, GA—Tuesday, 28 June 1938
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: Warren Glenn 1906 GA1, Warren Hamilton 1880 GA2, Robert C. 1853 GA3, Kinchen 1812 NC4, Kinchen 1768 NC5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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WENDY ALFORD TURNER
Source unknown, but probably:
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Sunday, 4 July 2004
LATTA—Wendy Alford Turner, 28, died Saturday, July 3, 2004 in McLeod Regional Medical Center after an illness.
Born in Marion County, Jan. 24, 1976, she was the daughter of Rev. Larry Craig Alford and Molly Janie Owens Alford. She was a 1994 graduate of Latta High School, a member of East Marlboro Baptist Church and was a homemaker.
Wendy was a loving wife, mother, daughter and friend to all.
Surviving are her husband, Larry Jason Turner of Latta; son, Larry Brandon Turner of Latta; parents, Rev. Larry Craig and Janie Alford of Latta; brother, Lance Chad Alford of Latta; mother and father in law, Larry and Sandra Kay Turner of Dillon; grandparents, Thomas and Carolyn Hartley of Latta.
…. Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. Monday, July 5, in Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with burial in East Marlboro Baptist Church Cemetery….
Photo from East Marlboro Baptist Church Cemetery, Brownsville, Marlboro Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, KesterDV
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Wendy A. Turner (SS# issued in SC).
See the obituary of her brother Lance Chad Alford in this compilation.
Her lineage: Wendy 197 SC1, Larry Craig ???? SC2, Eugene 1907 SC3.
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WILHELMENIA MCCLAM ALFORD
Photo from her gravestone
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 10 October 2010
LAKE CITY [Florence Co.]—Funeral services for Mrs. Wilhelmenia McClam Alford will be held on Monday at 1:00 PM from Greater St. James AME Church … and burial in Green Lawn Cemetery at Kingstree directed by Green’s Funeral Home.
Mrs. Alford age 79 died on Wednesday [October 6].
She was born in Cades, a daughter of the late Louis and Mable Fulmore McClam. She attended the public schools of Williamsburg County and was married to the late Mitchell Alford.
A member of Greater St. James AME Church where she served on the choir, Stewardess Board, Busy Bee, and Eveready Club.
Surviving are daughters, Murdese (James) Mc Clary and Kassandra Alford; sons, Mitchell (Joan) Alford, Jr., Ronald (Patricia) Alford, Donald Alford, Linwood Alford, Jerry (Deirdre) Alford, James Alford, and reared grandson, Chauncey (Yvette) Alford; sisters, Pearlie Mae (Liston) Scipio, Jessie Mae (William) Brown, Dorothy Mae Wilson, Lily (Richard) Bird, Geraldine (Andrew) Jackson; brothers, Louis McClam, Jr., Willie McClam and James McClam, uncles and aunts, 27 grandchildren, 14 great-grands, nieces and nephews.
Photo from Green Lawn, Kingstree, Williamsburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nancy Lee Huggins
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Wilhelmeni [sic] Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 March 1931, last residence Lake City, Florence Co., SC.
See the obituaries of her husband, Mitchell Alford; and son Franklin Alford in this compilation.
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WILLA MAE ALFORD HARDWICK
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Saturday, 14 April 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Fall 1998
NORTH CHARLESTON—Services for Willa Mae Hardwick, 61, at 11 a.m. today at James A. Dyal Funeral Home Chapel, Summerville, with burial in Carolina Memorial Gardens, Charleston. Mrs. Hardwick died Saturday.
Born in Horry County, she was a daughter of Ruth Martin Alford of Myrtle Beach and Elbert Alford. She was married to the late Jack L. Hardwick. Surviving are her mother; sons, Glenn Hardwick and Michael Hardwick, North Charleston; daughter, Pamela Hardwick, North Charleston; sisters, Retha-Mae Rabon and Norma Beverly, Myrtle Beach, Mary King, Jacksonville, Fla.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Willa M. Hardwick (SS# issued in SC) was born 14 September 1936.
See the obituaries of her parents, Hoye Elbert Alford Sr. and Ruth Jane Martin Alford; and brother Hoye Elbert Alford Jr. in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Willa Mae 1936 SC1, Hoye Elbert 1909 SC2, William Gaston 1875 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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WILLARD “BILL” ALFRED
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 16 October 1998
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
LANCASTER [Lancaster Co.]—Services for Willard “Bill” Alfred, 80, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, at Hartley Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Westside City Cemetery....
Mr. Alfred died Wednesday [Oct 14]. Born in Clifton Ford, Va., he was a son of the late Frank and Sallie Kirby Alfred.
Surviving are his wife, Margaret Withrow Alfred; sons, Al Warner Jr., Alvin A. Warner, Adrian Warner, Bill Warner; daughters, Frances Atkins, Belle Wilson; brothers, Jim and Bob Alfred; 14 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Willard B. Alfred (SS# issued in V A) was born 18 July 1918.
There is a Clifton Forge (not Ford) in Alleghany Co., VA. His parents were Robert Frank Alfred and Sallie Kirby.
Some members of this Alford family changed the spelling to Alfred.
1930 CENSUS
South River (District 18), Augusta Co., VA, Dwelling #396:
Frank Alfred head 44 VA VA VA state road laborer
age at 1st marriage illeg.
Lee wife 35 VA VA VA age at 1st marriage illeg.
Clyde N. son 21 VA VA VA furniture co. laborer
Katie N. dau 13 VA VA VA
Willard son 10 VA VA VA
Robert son 7 VA VA VA
James son 5 VA VA VA
Katie mother 61 VA VA VA widow
+ a roomer
1920 CENSUS
Griffith (District 6), Alleghany Co., VA, Family #243:
Robert F. Alfred head 35 VA VA VA public laborer
Sallie L. wife 28 VA VA VA
Wilmer F. son 13 VA VA VA
Clide son 10 VA VA VA
Mary E. dau 8 VA VA VA
Violet L. dau 5 VA VA VA
Catie M. dau 3-9/12 VA VA VA
Jess W. son 3/12 VA VA VA
1900 CENSUS
Crimora (District 26), Augusta Co., VA, Dwelling #271:
Cornelise Alford head 40 b. Sept 1859 VA VA VA farm laborer
[Cornelius is incorrectly identified as a female.] m. 20 years
Kate wife 44 b. July 1855 VA VA VA 5 children, 5 living
Lena F. dau 19 b. Mar 1881 VA VA V
Robert C. son 16 b. Apr 1884 VA VA V
Bessie C. dau 13 b. Jan 1887 VA VA V
Andrew J. son 10 b. June 1890 VA VA V
Annie E. dau 3 b. Oct 1896 VA VA V
1870 CENSUS
District 2, Augusta Co., VA, Dwelling #529:
Robert Alfred 41 VA farmer
Lavinia 36 VA
Alexander 19 VA
William 12 VA
Cornelius 10 VA
Edward 7 VA
Mary A. 3 VA
Robert E.L. 4/12 VA
1860 CENSUS
North Subdivision, Augusta Co., VA, Dwelling #1853:
Robert Allford 32 VA farmer
Lavinia 30 VA
Albert 10 VA
John 7 VA
Wm. 5 VA
Francis M. (male) 3 VA
1850 CENSUS
District 2 and a half, Augusta Co., VA, Dwelling #604:
Robert Alford 22 VA farmer
Maria 20 VA
His lineage, in part from Family Trees at Ancestry: Willard ALFRED 1918 VA1, Robert Franklin ALFRED 1884 VA2, Cornelius V. ALFORD 1859 VA3, Robert ALFORD 1828 VA4.
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WILLIAM ALFORD
JASPER COUNTY SUN TIMES
Hardeeville, Jasper Co., SC—Wednesday, 30 November 2016
FATAL WRECK ON S.C. 462
A 61-year-old St. Helena Island man died in a single-vehicle wreck on S.C. 462 in Jasper County on Tuesday [November 29].
According to the Ridgeland Police Department, the driver of a white Ford E250 van lost control and overturned on the highway near the Golda Drive intersection.
The driver, identified by the Jasper County Coroner’s Office as William Alford, was pronounced dead at the scene.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
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WILIAM ARTHUR “BUD” ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Monday, 17 October 1983
AYNOR—William A. Alford, 80, a retired farmer, died Sunday [October 16] in a local hospital.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Aynor Pentecostal Holiness Church. Burial, directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway, will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.
Mr. Alford was born in Horry County, a son of William Henry Alford and Annie Caroll Alford. He was a member of Aynor Pentecostal Holiness Church.
Surviving are his wife, Effie Todd Alford; four daughters, Clarkie Todd and Annie Goff, both of Aynor, Mrs. Leonard Goff of Florence and Pearl Hudson of Conway; 18 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Photo from Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 17 Dec 1903 [different than gravestone], last residence Aynor, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his children Clarkie Alford Todd and Joseph Alford; father, William Henry Alford; and siblings Daisy Mae Alford Skipper and Henry Alton Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
His lineage: William Arthur 1902 SC1, William Henry 1881 SC2, John Henry 1855 SC3, Joel 1800 SC4.
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WILLIAM BASKIN ALFORD
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 19 October 1905
Peculiarly, sad is the death of Dr. W.B. Alford, which occurred at the old homestead near here Monday night [October 16] at 9 o’clock. A few weeks ago Dr. Alford was brought back from John Hopkins where he had been under treatment for appendicitis. Shortly after his return home the malady developed into consumption of the bowels, and his young life slowly ebbed away.
To those who knew him best “Bill” Alford, as he was called, was a most lovable character, gentle, modest, kindhearted, affable and courteous he occupied a big place in the hearts of his friends and there is universal mourning over his untimely taking away. The many talents which God gave him were used wisely and he was a pastmaster in the profession which he had made a life study. As the inventor of crowning success of his life, he came into much prominence, and was regarded as one of the foremost men in his profession in the South. His life was young but the impress it has left upon the world will be deep and lasting.
The body was laid away in the family plot at Reedy Creek yesterday morning in the presence of hosts of friends.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: AAFA records show that William Baskin Alford was born 16 November 1871 and died 16 October 1905.
See the obituaries of his parents, William McDonald Alford and Sarah Elizabeth McLean Alford; and siblings Annie Nash Alford, Douschka Marion Alford, Elizabeth Alford McLeod, Ella McDonald Alford, Julia Henrietta Alford, Mary Grace Alford, McPherson McLean Alford, Edwin Plummer Alford, and Robert Lee Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: William Baskin 1871 SC1, William McDonald 1827 SC2, Neill Little 1799 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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WILLIAM BENJAMIN “WILLIE” ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 27 August 1961
DILLON [Dillon Co.]—William B. Alford, 72, of Dillon County and a veteran of World War I, died Friday night [August 25] in a Mullins hospital after a week’s illness.
He was a son of the late B.A. and Mary Campbell Alford. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 3:30 p.m. from Bethea Funeral Home in Dillon and burial in Riverside Cemetery....
Mr. Alford is survived by one brother, J.C. [James Cousar] Alford of the home; a cousin [niece?], Miss Mack Alford, also of the home; one sister, Mrs. Sophea [sic] Wiggins of Columbia; and [newspaper article ends here].
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: AAFA has a copy of his delayed birth certificate which provides data on his birth: 17 March 1889 in Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his mother, Mary Elizabeth Campbell Alford; and siblings Annie Lee Alford Stackhouse, James Cousar Alford, and Viola Alford McLean in this compilation.
On William Ben. Alford’s 1917 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 27, a single self-employed farmer living in Dillon. He confirms his birth date and signs his name W.B. Alford.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: William Benjamin 1889 SC1, Benjamin Ancel 1852 SC2, Benjamin Lee 1809 NC3, Elias 1779 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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WILLIAM “BILLY” ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 20 March 2009
MARION—William “Billy” Alford, 52, died Thursday, March 19, 2009 at his home after an illness.
He was born November 25, 1956 in Sumter, South Carolina, a son of Faye Stewart Alford and the late William Alford.
Billy was a lifelong resident of Knife Island in Marion County, where he was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved everything pertaining to the outdoors. He was also an avid NASCAR fan. Billy was a graduate of Marion High School.
Surviving Billy are his mother, Faye Stewart Alford of Surfside Beach; his fiancee, Cyndi Thomas of Galivants Ferry; two brothers, Jerry Alford and his wife, Sharon, of Orlando, Fla., and Chip Alford and his wife, Lynne of Surfside Beach; a sister, Kay Brown of Myrtle Beach; four nephews, two grand nephews; three grand nieces; a special friend, Steve Rimer of Mullins; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.
Graveside memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 22, 2009 in Smith Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins. The family requests that those attending the services wear casual attire to honor Billy’s request….
Memorials maybe made to Agape Hospice, 2320 Hwy. 378, Conway, SC 29526.
Cox-Collins Funeral Home [Mullins] is in charge of the arrangements.
Photo from Smith Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of William Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Marion, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituary of his father, William “Chessie” Alford; and his grandmother Martha Prudence “Mattie” Smith Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: William 1956 SC1, William 1923 SC2, William Herbert 1880 SC3, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC4, Warren Little 1823 TN5, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC6, Warren 1770 NC7, Jacob 1738 VA8, Lodwick 1710 VA9, James 1687 VA10, John 1645 VA11.
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WILLIAM C. ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 19 January 2001
CAYCE [Lexington Co.]—Memorial services for William C. Alford, 87, will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, January 21 in the chapel at Main Street United Methodist Church.…
Mr. Alford died Saturday, December 30, 2000. Formerly of Atlanta, he had worked for Eastern Airlines until his retirement in 1974 and was active in the Eastern Airlines Retirees’ Association. He was a member of St. Andrews Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Myrtle K. Alford; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Cindy Alford; stepson, Stephen Swicegood; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William C. Alford (SS# issued in GA) was born 21 September 1913.
See the obituary of his wife, Myrtle Kepley Swicegood Alford, in this compilation.
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WILLIAM C. ALFORD
Conway, Horry Co., SC—_____ January 2013
CONWAY—William C. Alford, 83, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2013 at the Veterans’ Victory House nursing center in Walterboro, SC.
Mr. Alford was born in Galivants Ferry, a son of the late Major M. Alford and Alice Jane Martin. He attended schools in eastern North Carolina graduating from Fair Bluff High School. He was an athlete playing three sports: football, basketball, and baseball.
He served with the United States Marine Corps for 20 years and retired as a Master Sergeant in 1967. His duty stations included Camp Lejeune (Jacksonville, NC), Korea, Okinawa and USMC Headquarters (Arlington, VA). After his military career, he attended HGTC earning degrees in both business administration and criminal justice. His other interests included sports, gardening and politics. For many years, he served as a board member of the Conway Housing Authority. He enjoyed helping others so he participated in humanitarian efforts.
Surviving are his wife, Mary Frances Todd Alford of Conway; three daughters, Linda A. Griggs and husband Robert “Bob” of Conway, Jeannie Alford Rhodes and Debbie Alford Breeze both of Goose Creek, SC; three grandchildren, Jason William Bond and wife Ashton of Goose Creek, SC, Scott Carter Breeze and wife Lisa of Bluffton, SC, and Kaitlin Griggs Morning and husband Dan of Jacksonville, NC; three great-grandchildren; and one sister, Alice Faye Cooper of Conway.
Mr. Alford was predeceased by a brother, Max Alford; and a sister, Nellie A. Bible.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday at Poplar United Methodist Church…. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the church cemetery….
Photo from Poplar Methodist Church Cemetery, Conway, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Pamela Kyzer Anderson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
We included the obituaries of his siblings Major Maxie Alford and Nellie Mae Alford Sullivan Bible in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: William C. 1929 SC1, Major Melton 1905 SC2, Haywood 1879 SC3, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC4, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC5, John B. 1780 NC6, William 1760 NC7.
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WILLIAM CAPERS ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Sunday, 4 February 1940
GEORGETOWN, Feb. 3—Funeral services for William Capers Alford, of the Santee section of Georgetown county, were conducted at the residence at 2 o’clock this afternoon…. Interment was in the Wiggens cemetery.
Mr. Alford died at this home early Friday [February 2]. He had been in ill-health for some time.
He was born June 28, 1877, a son of Bryant and Mrs. Julia Ann Wiggens Alford.
Surviving are the widow, the former Miss Lillie Finklea, and the following children: Tom, Clyde, Daniel, Capers, Jr., Cole, George, and Ruth Alford, and Mrs. H.H. McConnell, all of Georgetown, and one sister, Mrs. Mary M. Poston, of Georgetown.
Photos from Wiggins Cemetery, Sampit, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Roger Lambert
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Lillie Finklea Alford; his children Capers Washington Alford, Clyde Albert Alford, George Hugene Alford, Myrtle Juliette Alford McConnell, Ruth Christine Alford Hansen, Thomas Adey Alford, and William Cole Alford; and his sister Mary Magdaline Alford Poston in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Daniel Benjamin Alford in Florida Obituaries.
William’s father, Bryant W. Alford, served in the Civil War in the 5th South Carolina Cavalry Regiment, Company E, as did Bryant’s brothers Henry and Samuel:
ALFORD, Bryan W.: SJMR, 5/E–PVT, Georgetown Dist. Enlisted at Santee, SC, 17 Mar 1862. Last recorded on clothing receipt roll, dated 25 Dec 1864.
(ALFORD, Henry H.: SJMR, 5/E–PVT, Georgetown Dist. Enlisted at McClellanville, SC, 1 May 1862. WIA (slightly, in foot) at Drewry’s Bluff, VA, 16 May 1864. Granted a 30-day medical furlough at Jackson Hospital, Richmond, VA, 2 Jul 1864. Last reported absent on sick furlough, 31 Oct 1864.
ALFORD, Samuel N.: SJMR, 5/E, DBN/B–PVT, Georgetown Dist. Enlisted at McClellanville, SC, 17 Mar 1862, age 21. Reported in Dismounted Bn., 31 Aug 1864. Last recorded on clothing receipt roll, dated 1 Dec 1864. Farming at Black River, Georgetown Co., SC, in 1880.
In 1850, Georgetown Co., SC: Margaret Alford, 45, Eliza 16, Henry 14, Saml 13, Bryant 11, Martha E. 9, and Margaret 7. All were born in SC.
His lineage: William Capers 1877 SC1, Bryant W. 1842 SC2.
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WILLIAM “CHESSIE” ALFORD
Uncle of Frank Luther Alford Jr., AAFA #0720
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 1 October 1969
MARION—William (Chessie) Alford, 46, died Tuesday in a Marion hospital after a short illness.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 11 a.m. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home.... Burial will be in Smith Cemetery near Mullins.
Mr. Alford was born in Marion County, a son of the late William and Mattie Smith Alford. A graduate of Wofford College and a World War II veteran, he was associated with the Department of Agriculture.
Survivors include his wife, the former Faye Stewart of Lynchburg; three sons, William Alford Jr., Jerry Alford and Harold Alford, all of the home; a daughter, Miss Kaye Alford of the home; three brothers, Herbert Alford of Myrtle Beach, Stanley Alford of Takoma Park, Md., and Neal Alford of Miami, Fla.; three sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Cornett and Miss Virginia Alford, both of Mullins and Mrs. Edward Byrd of Aiken.
Photo from Smith Cemetery, Mullins, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 1 April 1923.
See the obituaries of his son William “Billy” Alford; parents, William Herbert Alford and Martha Prudence “Mattie” Smith Alford; and siblings Dorothy Alford Cornett, Frank Luther Alford, Mildred Alford Byrd, Stanley Carlyle Alford, and Virginia Grey Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: William 1923 SC1, William Herbert 1880 SC2, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC3, Warren Little 1823 TN4, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC5, Warren 1770 NC6, Jacob 1738 VA7, Lodwick 1710 VA8, James 1687 VA9, John 1645 VA10.
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WILLIAM COLE ALFORD, SR.
GEORGETOWN TIMES
Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—Friday, 11 December 2015
William Cole Alford, 83, of Georgetown, died Tuesday, December 8, 2015, at Georgetown Memorial Hospital.
Mr. Alford was born in the Sampit Community of Georgetown Co. on January 3, 1932, a son of the late William Capers Alford, Sr. and Lillie Idell Finklea Alford. He grew up in the Sampit Community of Georgetown County, graduated from Andrews High School, and served in the Marine Corps. Mr. Alford retired from International Paper Company as a Laboratory Technician after forty-four years employment there. He was a member of Herbert Memorial United Methodist Church.
Surviving are: his wife, Authurleen Hardwick Alford; a son, William Cole Alford, Jr.; two grandchildren, Abigal Russ and Hanna Grace Russ; two step-sons; six step-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; and three step-great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were two o’clock Thursday afternoon, December 10, 2015, at Herbert Memorial United Methodist Church…. Burial followed in Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens….
The Georgetown Chapel of Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Photo from Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not yet list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Arthurleen Hardwick Cannon Alford; parents, William Capers Alford and Lillie Finklea Alford; and siblings Capers Washington Alford, Clyde Albert Alford, George Hugene Alford, Myrtle Juliette Alford McConnell, Ruth Christine Alford Hansen, and Thomas Adey Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Daniel Benjamin Alford in Florida Obituaries.
His lineage: William Cole 1932 SC1, William Capers 1877 SC2, Bryant W. 1842 SC3.
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WILLIAM “COONIE” ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Friday, 25 July 2014
DARLINGTON—Funeral service for Mr. William “Coonie” Alford, Jr. of Surfside Beach formerly of Darlington will be 2:00 p. m. Saturday, July 26, 2014 in Central Baptist Church. Rev. Dr. Waymond Mumford, Pastor. Arrangements directed by Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home, Inc.
Mr. Alford died Saturday, July 19th in a Charleston hospital.
He was born in Darlington a son of the late William Sr. and Netti Kinney Alford. He was a graduate of Mayo High School Class of 1984 and was employed at RH Moore in Murrells Inlet. He was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.
Survivors include: his wife, Louise Foster Alford of the home; his children: Mary Foster (Ricky) Johnson of Darlington and Johnny Samuel Foster of Charleston; two adopted sons: Ivan (Veronica) Foster of Darlington and Andre Foster of Rock Hill; two brothers: Robert (Beth) Kinney of Columbia and Ronald (Carolyn) Alford of Darlington; 3 grandchildren: Tionna Lunn, Johnathan Lunn and Brandon Lunnon; aunts and uncles; his father-in-law, Monroe (Louise) King; brothers and sisters-in-law; nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Paul Kinney.
The family is receiving friends at the home of a daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Ricky Johnson of 903 South Main Street, Darlington.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
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WILLIAM EARL ALFORD
Conway, Horry Co., SC—_____ August 2013
CONWAY—William Earl Alford, age 54, of McKeithan Street, died Friday, August 30, 2013 at his residence.
Mr. Alford was born in Conway, a son of the late Leroy Earl Alford and Rozina Cox West. He was a retired brick mason and his hobbies included being with friends and playing pool.
Surviving are two sons, William Patrick Alford (Heather) and Bradley Russell Alford, all of Conway, two grandchildren, Dylan Alford and Chace Alford, two sisters, Sylvia Milburn (DeWayne) and Wanda Styles (Tommy) all of Conway.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday at White Savannah Free Will Baptist Church…. Burial will follow in the church cemetery directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Leroy Earl Alford and Rozina Cox Alford West, in this compilation.
His Find A Grave memorial lists his birth date as 7 Nov 1958.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: William Earl 1958 SC1, Leroy Earl 1932 SC2, Allen Marvin 1905 SC3, John M. 1859 SC4, James T. 1830 SC5, Levi Solomon 1800 SC5, Arthur 1775 SC7.
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WILLIAM EDWARD ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Wednesday, 5 October 1960
Photos from Greenlawn Memorial Park, Columbia, Richland Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Ann
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his parents, Wardie Bishop Alford Sr. and Corinne Watkins Alford; and siblings Ruth Corinne Alford Burns McDonald and Wardie Bishop Alford Jr. in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Betty Lou Alford Johnson in Texas Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: William Edward 1927 SC1, Wardie Bishop 1893 SC2, William Edward 1855 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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WILLIAM EDWARD “NED” ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—28 December 1941
MARION—W.E. Alford, 93, a farmer and one of the oldest citizens of Marion County, died at his home in the Friendship community early this morning after an illness of about a month.
Surviving are several sons and daughters.
Funeral services will be held at 11 o’clock Sunday morning at Friendship church.
Photo from Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery, Friendship, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, LouLou
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Rebecca Whaley Alford; and children Edward Deloney Alford, Essie Alford Hyman, Mary Alford Hatchell Cole, Minnie Viola Alford Coleman, Wardie Bishop Alford Sr., and William Henry Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his son Daniel Manuel Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: William Edward 1850 SC1, William N. 1826 SC2.
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WILLIAM FRANK ALFORD
Uncle of Howard Alford Jr., AAFA #0274
[Although he died in FL, we are also including his obituary here because of his close ties to SC.]
DILLON HERALD
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Thursday, 19 June 1930
W. Frank Alford, former Dillonite, aged 52, who was with [illegible] Refrigerator Co., Tampa, Fla., died suddenly with a heart attack at 4:30 Thursday afternoon [June 12], after being up all night on an emergency job.
Mr. Alford was the son of the late Frierson Alford and Annie David Alford. He was born in Dillon, attended the city schools, and left here 24 years ago to take a position with the Southern Oil Co., in Columbia, where he worked for 17 years afterwards going to Florida.
The body arrived from Tampa Saturday morning and was taken immediately to the Alford burial ground, 12 miles from Dillon, where funeral services were conducted…. Many relatives and friends were present and the floral tributes were beautiful.
The following sisters and brothers survive: Mrs. C.H. [Charles Herman (Mamie)] Burroughs, Goldsboro, N.C.; Mrs. W.E. [William Elijah (Annie Belle)] Gary and W.D. [William David] Alford, Tampa; T. Brooks Alford, Charleston; Howard Alford, Sumter, and J.F. Alford, Dillon.
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his parents, James Frierson Alford Sr. and Annie Spears David Alford; and his brothers James Frierson Alford Jr. and Thomas Brooks Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother William David Alford in Florida Obituaries.
AAFA records show that he was born 20 June 1887, but we list him as Frank William Alford. Apparently 2 sons in this family are named William.
On his WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is William Frank Alford, single age 29, working at a cotton seed oil mill in Columbia, SC. He signs his name W. Frank Alford, says he was born 20 June 1887 in Dillon, SC, and is responsible for his dependent mother. He has blue eyes and red hair.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: William Frank 1887 SC1, James Frierson 1846 SC2, James Little 1811 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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WILLIAM GORDON ALFORD
Father of Gladys Alford Everhardt, AAFA #0273
Uncle of Ebbie Preston Alford, AAFA #0237
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Monday, 3 December 1956
DILLON, Dec 2—Gordon Alford, 57, died Sunday morning [December 2] in a Mullins hospital following a brief illness. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Preston Alford of Horry County.
Surviving are two sons, Carlie Alford, Dillon, Malcolm H. Alford, Flint, Mich; four daughters, Mrs. Herring, Dillon, Mrs. W.F. Everheardt, Macon, Ga., Mrs. Joe Summerlin, Winston Salem, Mrs. Morris Terry, Columbia; one brother, Valine Alford, Mullins; two half-sisters, four half-brothers.
Funeral services to be held Monday 2:30 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home... and burial in Riverside.
Photo from Riverside Cemetery, Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Reba Willoughby Alford; children Grace Alford Herring, John Carlie Alford, and Mary Jeannette Alford Kirton Cannon; his brother Joseph Valine Alford; and his half-siblings Debbie Lee Alford Sarvis and Miley Preston Alford in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his daughter Gladys Alford Everhardt in Georgia Obituaries; and of his half-brothers Arnold Cody Alford and Ebbie C. Alford in Florida Obituaries.
1940 census, Manning, Dillon Co., SC:
Gordon Alford head 40 SC
Reba wife 38 SC
Gracie dau 16 SC
Gladys dau 14 SC
Carlie son 12 SC
Malcolm son 10 SC
Bernice dau 5 SC
Jannice dau 3 SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
His lineage: William Gordon 1899 SC1, Joseph Preston 1877 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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WILLIAM HENRY ALFORD
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 19 December 1941
Photo from Piney Forest Cemetery, Andrews, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: See the obituary of of his brother James Harrison Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #2.
His lineage: William Henry 1869 SC1, Warren Tress 1842 SC2, Warren Tress ???? SC3, Arthur 1775 SC4.
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WILLIAM HENRY ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Tuesday, 18 August 1964
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—William Henry Alford, 85, of the Bayboro section of Horry County, died at 9:30 a.m. Monday [August 17] shortly after arrival at a Myrtle Beach hospital, following an apparent heart attack.
Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Goldfinch Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was born in the Bayboro section, a son of the late J. Henry and Helen Hardee Alford. He formerly was a grits [grist?] mill operator.
Survivors include three sons, William A. (Bud) Alford of Rt. 3, Loris, Alton Alford and Pete Alford, both of Myrtle Beach; two sisters, Mrs. Charlotte Hardee, of Rt. 1, Nichols and Mrs. Martha Hardee of Rockingham, N.C.; 13 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren.
In another article:
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 19 August 1964
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—Funeral services for William Henry Alford, 85, of Rt. 2, Aynor will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Pleasant Union Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery....
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his children Daisy Mae Alford Skipper, Henry Alton Alford, and William Arthur “Bud” Alford; and sister Charlotte Lue Alford Hardee in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #9.
His lineage: William Henry 1881 SC1, John Henry 1855 SC2, Joel 1800 SC3.
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WILLIAM HENRY “WILLIE” ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 20 November 1955
CONWAY [Horry Co.], Nov. 19—Willie Henry Alford, 78, farmer of the Galivants Ferry Section of Horry County, died in a local hospital late Friday [November 18] following a short illness.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by the Goldfinch Funeral Home here.
He was born in Marion County on Dec. 24, 1876, a son of the late Ned and Becky Whaley Alford. He was a member of the Nebo Baptist Church at Brittons Neck and had made his home in Galivants Ferry Section for the past 15 years.
Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Hattie Richardson Alford; one son, Pvt. Jim Norton Alford, U.S. Army, stationed in Louisiana; five daughters, Mrs. Janie Todd of RFD 3, Conway, Mrs. Carrie Woodbury, of RFD 1, Johnsonville, Mrs. Florrie Baxley, Mrs. Estelle Skipper and Mrs. Claudie Skipper, all of RFD 1, Galivants Ferry; three brothers, Louis of Mullins, Wardie of Charleston and Daniel Alford of Lumberton, N.C.; four sisters, Mrs. Mary Hatchell, Mrs. Sue Jones, Mrs. Minnie Coleman and Mrs. Essie Hyman, all of Florence.
Also, 19 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Photo from Brittons Neck Cemetery, Brittons Neck, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, John Richardson
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Hattie Richardson Alford; his daughters Claudia Alford Skipper and Thelma Florrie Alford Baxley; his parents, William Edward “Ned Alford and Rebecca Whaley Alford; and his siblings Edward Deloney Alford, Essie Alford Hyman, Mary Alford Hatchell Cole, Minnie Viola Alford Coleman, Susan Alford Jones, and Wardie Bishop Alford Sr. in this compilation. We included the obituary of his brother Daniel Manuel Alford in North Carolina Obituaries.
William Henry Alford’s parents’ names are recorded as follows:
Essie’s obit Rebecca Whaley Alford William Ned Alford
Minnie’s obit Rebecca Whaley Alford W.E. Alford
Mary’s obit Rebecca Whaley Alford Ned Alford
Susan’s obit Rebecca Whaley Alford W.E. Alford
William’s obit Becky Whaley Alford Ned Alford
Death Cert Becky Whaley Ned Alford
1880 census Mary J.R. Alford W. Edward Alford
1900 census Mary J. Alford William E. Alford (m. 25 years)
1910 census Rebecca Alford W. Edward Alford (m. 34 years)
1920 census Rebecca Alford William E. Alford
1930 census Rebecka Alford William E. Alford
On William Henry Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 42, born 24 Dec 1876. He is a farmer in Gresham, Marion Co., SC, and he names Haty Alford, same address, as his nearest relative.
From SC Deaths: Willie Henry Alford’s death certificate confirms his dates of birth and death in Conway Hospital. He fractured his humerus falling “out door of house” on November 16. He was married to Hattie Richardson Alford and was buried at Old Britton’s Neck Cemetery on 21 Nov 1955.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: William Henry 1876 SC1, William Edward 1850 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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WILLIAM HERBERT ALFORD
Grandfather of Frank Luther Alford Jr., AAFA #0720
Photo from his Find A Grave memorial
Permission granted by the submitter, Jeff Murrie
NEWS AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Saturday, 5 October 1929
MARION, Oct. 4—William H. Alford, forty-nine, died at the Mullins hospital, September 20, after a long illness.
Mr. Alford was born and spent all of his life in the Olivet section of Marion county, where he was a prosperous farmer and business man, and though he lived quietly, he was deeply interested in the welfare of his community and his fellow man.
Funeral services were conducted at the residence Sunday afternoon … with the masons in charge at the grave.
Mr. Alford is survived by his widow and nine children, as follows: Jerome, Virginia, Herbert, Dorothy, Mildred, Willie Jr., Stanley, Frank, and Neill. He is also survived by two brothers, Dr. Neil Alford, of Jacksonville, Fla. and Cicero Alford, of New York City.
In another article:
Source unknown
_____, SC—_____ September 1929
William H. Alford, age 49, died at the Mullins Hospital, September 20th, after a long illness.
Mr. Alford was born and spent all of his life in the Olivet section of Marion County. He was a prosperous farmer and business man, and was a memeber of the Masonic fraternity. He lived quietly and was deeply interested in the welfare of his community and his fellow man. He was a member and trustee of Olivet Methodist Church, where his remains were interred.
Funeral services were conducted at the residence Sunday afternoon … with the Masons in charge at the grave.
Mr. Alford is survived by his grief stricken widow and nine children, as follows: Jerome, Virginia, Herbert, Dorothy, Mildred, Willie Jr., Stanley, Frank, and Neill. In addition he is survived by two brothers, Dr. Neil Alford of Jacksonville, Fla. and Cicero Alford, now of New York City.
A large number of people morn the passing of this good man.
Photo from Olivet Cemetery, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Jeff Murrie
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Martha Prudence “Mattie” Smith Alford; children Dorothy Alford Cornett, Frank Luther Alford, Mildred Alford Byrd, Stanley Carlyle Alford, Victor Jerome Alford, Virginia Grey Alford, and William “Chessie” Alford; and grandson William “Billy” Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: William Herbert 1880 SC1, Daniel Murdock 1847 SC2, Warren Little 1823 TN3, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC4, Warren 1770 NC5, Jacob 1738 VA6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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WILLIAM HOWARD ALFORD, JR.
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Saturday, 2 June 2007
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
CONWAY [Horry Co.]—William Howard Alford Jr., 75, died May 30, 2007 following an illness. Visitation is 5 p.m. Sunday at Latimer’s Funeral Home. Burial is 11 a.m. Monday in the National Cemetery, Florence.
Photo from Florence National Cemetery, Florence, Florence Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Danny & Judy Ard
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William Howard Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 17 June 1931, last residence Conway, Horry Co., SC.
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WILLIAM HUBERT ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Sunday, 21 October 2007
William Hubert Alford, 85, husband of 62 years to the late Martha Louise Runion Alford, died Saturday, October 20, 2007.
Born October 24, 1921 in Godfrey [Morgan Co.], Ga., he was the son of the late Charles Lang Alford and Nina Smith Alford.
A veteran of World War II, he served our country in the United States Army Air Corps.
Mr. Alford was self-employed as a real estate agent since 1949. He was a member of the Greenville Board of Realtors and developed many communities for moderate-income families.
He was a member of Edwards Road Baptist Church and the Cliatt Alewine Sunday School Class.
Surviving are a son, Barry Alford of Greenville, S.C.; a daughter, Dianne Alford of Knoxville, Tenn.; a brother, Arnold Alford of Easley, S.C. and a special friend of many years, Hugh Brown of Greenville, S.C.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at noon at The Mackey Mortuary with the interment to follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park….
Photos from Woodlawn Memorial Park, Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Chris & Julie Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of William Hubert Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Greenville, Greenville Co., SC.
See the obituaries of his wife, Martha Louise Runion Alford; mother, Nina F. Smith Alford Friedman; brothers Charles Lang Alford Jr. and Walter Adolphus Alford; and sister-in-law Mildred Cox Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: William Hubert 1921 GA1, Charles Lang 1888 GA2, Elisha 1856 GA3, John Allen 1815 GA4, William 1794 NC5, Kinchen 1768 NC6, Lodwick 1710 VA7, James 1687 VA8, John 1645 VA9.
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WILLIAM JENNINGS ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Thursday, 28 November 1968
CLINTON—William Jennings “Jim” Alford, 69, died early Wednesday morning [November 27] in a Laurens hospital.
He was a native of Rockingham, N.C., and lived in Laurens County for the past 15 years. He was a son of the late Walter Joseph and Patricia Manor Alford. He was a retired employe of Clinton Mills.
Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. G.E. (Ruth) Laws of Pineville, N.C., and Mrs. L.A. (Annie) Irby of Greenville; a brother, Lee Roy Alford of Augusta, Ga.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 3 p.m. at Gray Funeral Home…. Burial will be in Rosemont Cemetery….
Photo from Rosemont Cemetery, Clinton, Laurens Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Tracker
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William Alford (SS# issued in NC) was born 23 Dec 1899, last residence Laurens, Laurens Co., SC.
See the obituary of his half-sister Annie E. Alford Slaton Irby; and his sister-in-law Annie Mae Alford (wife of Leroy)—which includes additional genealogical information—in this compilation.
William’s parents were married on 21 July 1894 in Richmond Co., NC: Walter Alford, age 21, and Pattie Manor, age 19. Walter’s father is deceased [before 1892]; his mother is Annie E. Smith [Annie Eliza Mills, married to her second husband, George Wilbur Smith].
1900 CENSUS
Union (District 78), Union Co., SC, Dwelling #337:
Boarding with the J.D. High family:
Walter Alford boarder 26 b. Jan 1874 NC NC NC weaver
married 6 years
Pat boarder 24 b. Feb 1876 NC NC NC weaver
2 children, 2 living
Leroy boarder 3 b. Mar 1897 NC NC NC
W.J. boarder 6/12 b. Dec 1899 NC NC NC
On both his 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card and his 1942 WWII Draft Registration Card, William signs his full name and clearly lists his birth date as 23 Dec 1899 [different than gravestone].
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #10.
His lineage: William Jennings 1898 NC1, Walter Joseph 1874 NC2, Joseph H. 1839 VA3, Joseph 1802 VA4, John 1773 VA5, John 1732 VA6, John 1696 ??7.
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WILLIAM MCDONALD ALFORD
WATCHMAN AND SOUTHRON
Sumter, Sumter Co., SC—Wednesday, 9 December 1903
Photo from Alford Cemetery, Minturn, Dillon Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by photographer, Just Plain Nosy
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Sarah Elizabeth “Sallie” Mclean Alford; and children Annie Nash Alford, Douschka Marion Alford, Elizabeth Alford McLeod, Ella McDonald Alford, Julia Henrietta Alford, Mary Grace Alford, McPherson McLean Alford, Edwin Plummer Alford, Robert Lee Alford, and William Baskin Alford in this compilation.
He was born 26 Sept 1827 [1900 census says Sept 1826, age 73] and died 3 Dec 1903. He served the Confederacy during the Civil War, and he was a member of the South Carolina Legislature. They had 12 children, many who never married.
1860 CENSUS
Marion, Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #1515:
Wm. McD. Alford 33 SC farmer
Sarah E. 23 SC
Ella McD. 3 SC
McPherson Mc. 2 SC
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
His lineage: William McDonald 1827 SC1, Neill Little 1799 NC2, Warren 1770 NC3, Jacob 1738 VA4, Lodwick 1710 VA5, James 1687 VA6, John 1645 VA7.
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WILLIAM MICHAEL ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday, 1 December 2006
Included in AAFA ACTION, Spring 2008
LORIS [Horry Co.]—William Michael “Mike” Alford, 46, passed into eternal life Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at his home.
He was the son of the late Pearl Alford Hudson. Also preceding him in death was one daughter, Melissa Dawn Alford.
Survivors are his daughters, Summer Rust and Candace Alford of Conway; two brothers, Jimmy Hudson of Loris and Gregory Hudson of Mullins; one sister, Susan Lewis of Loris; and two grandchildren.... Palmetto Funeral Home, (843) 397-2500, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituary of his daughter Melissa in this compilation.
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WILLIAM OLIVER ALFORD
Photo from William’s daughter Shniqual Ladaz Jones
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 28 February 2001
William Oliver Alford, 40, grandson of Orethea Gause Vereen, died Sunday, Feb. 25, 2001, at Conway Hospital.
He was born in Chicago, a son of the late Mary Jane Vereen Alford and Willie Malone. He was a graduate of Austin High School in Chicago and a disabled steel mill worker.
Survivors include his grandmother, Oretha Gause Vereen of Aynor; two daughters, both of Chicago; two brothers, Willie Lacey Alford of Batavia, N.Y., and Raymond Lee Alford and his wife, Bessie, of Wilmington, N.C.
A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. today at St. John Baptist Church in Aynor. McKiever Funeral Home Inc. of Conway is in charge.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that William O. Alford (SS# issued in IL) was born 28 August 1959 but that he died 26 February 2001. His last residence is listed as Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC.
See the obituary of his brother Willie Lacey Alford in this compilation.
William’s daughter Shniqual Ladaz Jones contacted AAFA. She and her sister Kaja Chantel Jones, daughters of Marchel Jones and William Oliver Alford, are interested in contacting relatives.
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WILLIAM PAUL ALFORD
CHARLOTTE OBSERVER
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., NC—Monday, 25 January 1993
BRITTONS NECK [Marion Co., SC]—Mr. William Paul Alford, 75, retired electrical contractor, died Jan. 24, 1993, at The Mullins Hospital, Mullins. Funeral is 3 p.m. Tuesday at Central United Methodist Church. Visitation is 6:30 to 8:30 tonight at Smith-Cox Funeral Home, Marion, S.C.
Survivors are his wife, Buena; daughters, Mrs. Paulette Summerford of Jamesburg, N.J., Mrs. Dianne Allen of Tampa, Mrs. Bea Turner of Greenville, S.C.; brother, Henry Alford.
Photo from Old Neck Cemetery, Brittons Neck, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Alton Rabon
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that W.P. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 19 Feb 1917, last residence Gresham, Marion Co., SC.
See the obituaries his wife, Buena Cockfield Alford; parents, William Power Alford and Effie Grace Whaley Alford; and brother Henry Henison Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: William Paul 1917 SC1, William Power 1892 SC2, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC3, William N. 1826 SC4.
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WILLIAM POWER ALFORD
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Wednesday, 18 December 1957
MARION, Dec. 17—W.P. Alford, 65, farmer of Gresham died at 9:30 Monday [Dec 16] night in a Mullins hospital after an illness of several weeks.
Born Oct. 13, 1892, he was a son of the late Emanuel and Janie W. Alford of Marion County. His wife, Mrs. Effie Whaley Alford, died several years ago.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday from Central Methodist Church, Brittons Neck.... Burial will be in Old Neck Cemetery.
Survivors include two sons, Henry and Paul Alford of Brittons Neck; four brothers, P.D. [Pearlie Dubose] Alford and E.A. Alford of Marion, C.E. [Charlie Everette] Alford of Procotorville, N.C., and E.M. [Eugene M.] Alford of Mullins; three sisters, Mrs. W.A. Brown [Alice Evelyn], Mrs. T.D. Anderson [Annie Louise], both of Mullins, and Mrs. John Rogers [Emma Jane] of Whiteville, N.C.; one half sister, Mrs. John Turbeville [Willie Ann], Marion; two half brothers, Monroe Alford of Bennettsville and Tom Alford of Chapel Hill, N.C.; also seven grandchildren.
Photo from Old Neck Cemetery, Brittons Neck, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, John Richardson
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.
See the obituaries of his wife, Effie Grace Whaley Alford; son Henry Henison Alford; mother, Janie Rectina Williams Alford Altman Jones; siblings Anna Louise Alford Brown Anderson, Edward Manuel Alford, Eugene A. Alford, and Pearlie Dubose Alford Sr.; and half-siblings Henry Monroe Alford and Willie Ann Alford Turbeville in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Emma Jane Alford Williamson Stanton Rogers in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
His lineage: William Power 1892 SC1, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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WILLIAM ROBERT ALFORD
Photo from Gerald Thomas Alford, AAFA #0250
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Thursday, 17 August 1939
W.R. Alford, 63, died suddenly at his home near Hyman last night [August 16]. His death was due to a heart attack.
Mr. Alford was a farmer and had worked all day preparing his tobacco for market. He was a Spanish-American War Veteran and a member of Camp Wilie Jones of Florence.
The funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at Mount Zion church, near Pamplico....
Mr. Alford is survived by his widow and two sons, Furman and Loften Alford of Hyman. He is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Emmanuel Alford of Coshocton, Ohio, E.P. [Ellie Parker] Alford, Jr., of Hyman, Joe Alford of Lake City, J.C. [John Chancellor] Alford of Cheraw, Samuel Alford of Scranton, Mrs. Charlotte George of Cincinnati, Ohio, Mrs. Alice Miles of Lake City, Miss _____ Alford of Scranton, and Mrs. _____ Stokes of Darlington....
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Alferetta Prosser Alford; his son Lofton Holland Alford; his half-siblings Ellie Parker Alford and Joel Daniel Alford; and his stepmother, Annie Jane Smith Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituaries of his half-brother Emanuel Peachman Alford Sr. in Ohio Obituaries; of his half-sister Charlotte E. Alford George in California Obituaries; and of his half-sister Alice Wester Alford Miles in Kentucky Obituaries.
AAFA records show that William was born 4 March 1877, confirmed by his WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry).
Census reports indicate that William actually had no children. His wife had 3 sons and did not appear to have married their father. On the 1920 census, all 3 are listed as stepsons, last name Prosser.The 1930 census says they were married about 13 years prior to the census, 1917. All 3 sons were born before 1917. However, Furman and Lofton died as Alfords and are named as his sons in his obituary; he may have adopted them. In their mother’s obituary, they are listed as Alfords, but her eldest son is listed as Ernest Prosser. In Lofton’s obituary, Furman Cleveland Alford is listed as his brother, but Ernest Prosser is listed as his half-brother.
From SC Deaths: William R. Alford’s death certificate lists his birth date as 4 March 1877 in SC, the son of John W. Alford and unknown, and confirms his death date. His wife is Alferetta P. Alford.
1930 CENSUS
Cains, Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #123:
William R. Alford head 53 SC SC SC farmer
age 40 at 1st marriage
Alphreta Alford wife 56 age 43 at 1st marriage
Lofton Holmes Alford son 15 SC SC SC
Furman Prosser stepson 20 SC SC SC
Ruby Dee Miller adopted dau 10 SC SC SC
Next door in dwelling #124 is the familyof Ernest S. Prosser.
1920 CENSUS
Cain, Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #34:
William R. Alford head 44 SC SC SC farmer
Alfareta Alford wife 46 SC SC SC
Ernest Prosser stepson 17 SC SC SC
Furman Prosser stepson 14 SC SC SC
Lofton Prosser stepson 6 SC SC SC
Julius Poston boarder 22 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Cain, Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #10:
Anna J. Prosser head 78 SC SC NC widow farmer
11 children, 8 living
Sarah J. dau 40 SC SC SC single farm labor
[she is probably age 50] 3 children, 3 living
Alpharetta dau 37 SC SC SC single farm labor
2 children, 2 living
Elmira I. granddau 20 SC SC SC single
Fanny E. granddau 16 SC SC SC
Della granddau 12 SC SC SC
Ernest grandson 9 SC SC SC
Furman C. grandson 5 SC SC SC
Julius Poston grandson 13 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Cains, Florence Co., SC, Dwelling #145:
John Prosser head 30 b. May 1870 SC SC SC m. 10 months
Elmina J. wife 22 b. Oct 1877 SC SC SC 1 child, 1 living
Baby son 0/12 b. May 1900 SC SC SC
Anna J. Prosser mother 67 b. Mar 1833 SC SC SC widow mid-wife
11 children, 8 living
Sarah J. Prosser sister 40 b. Feb 1860 SC SC SC single farm laborer
Alpharetta Prosser sister 24 b. Oct 1875 SC SC SC single farm laborer
Elmina I. Prosser sister 9 b. Oct 1890 SC SC SC
Fannie E. Prosser niece 6 b. Jan 1894 SC SC SC
[She is probably the daughter of Sarah]
Julius H. Poston nephew 2 b. Nov 1897 SC SC SC
Della Prosser niece 2 b. May 1898 SC SC SC
[She is probably the daughter of Sarah]
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #5.
His lineage: William Robert 1877 SC1, John William 1844 SC2, unknown3.
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WILLIAM “TUNA” ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 27 May 1998
GEORGETOWN—William ‘‘Tuna’’ Alford, 48, died Saturday, May 23, 1998.
He was born Sept. 28, 1949, in Georgetown, a son of Charlie Alford and the late Elouise Pinckney Alford.
He was a 1969 graduate of Howard High School and a member of Greater St. Stephen AME Church. He worked as a cook in Myrtle Beach, and he later worked at Georgetown Steel.
Survivors, in addition to his father, include his wife, Lieletta ‘‘Lynn’’ Alford; two daughters, Wilonda Alford and Lakeshia Chambers, both of Chicago; three stepchildren, Aaron Burgess, Akeem Burgess and Brandon Burgess; a sister, Charlena Franklin; a brother, Charles Burrage; and a granddaughter.
The funeral will be at 4 p.m. today at Greater St. Stephen AME Church in Georgetown. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Manigault & Son Morticians Inc. is in charge.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of William Alford (SS# issued in SC), last residence Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC.
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WILLIE ANN ALFORD TURBEVILLE
MORNING NEWS
Florence, Florence Co., SC—Sunday, 12 June 1966
MARION—Mrs. Willie Alford Turbeville, 83, died Saturday morning [June 11] in a local hospital after a long illness. She was the widow of the late John Turbeville and was a daughter of the late Louise and Emanuel Alford.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 P.M. Sunday in Smith Brothers Funeral Chapel.... Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery.
She was a member of Shiloh Methodist Church.
Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Mamie S. Carter, of Marion, Mrs. T.W. Edwards of Marion, Mrs. Janie Edwards of Augusta, Ga., Mrs. Harry Jones of Newport News, Va., and Mrs. T.D. Altman of Hampton, Va.; two sons, J.E. Turbeville of Marion and Harley M. Turbeville of Latta; six brothers, Tom Alford of Chapel Hill, N.C., Eugene Alford of Rains, P.D. Alford of Marion, Charlie Alford of Fairmont, N.C., E.M. Alford of Mullins and Monroe Alford of Charleston; three sisters, Mrs. Arthur Brown of Mullins, Mrs. Emma Rogers of Whiteville, N.C. and Mrs. Louise Anderson of Mullins; 22 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.
Photo from Rose Hill Cemetery, Marion, Marion Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Angie Ethridge McIntyre
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Willie A. Turbeville (SS# issued in SC) was born 16 April 1883 but that she died 15 June 1966.
See the obituaries of her brother Henry Monroe Alford; stepmother, Janie Rectina Williams Alford Altman Jones; and half-siblings Anna Louise Alford Brown Anderson, Edward Manuel Alford, Eugene A. Alford, Pearlie Dubose Alford Sr., and William Power Alford in this compilation. We included the obituary of her half-sister Emma Jane Alford Williamson Stanton Rogers in North Carolina Obituaries.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #4.
Her lineage: Willie Ann 1883 SC1, Willis Emanuel 1853 SC2, William N. 1826 SC3.
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WILLIE DOZIER “WD” ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Friday, 8 October 2004
LAKE CITY [Florence Co.]—Services for Willie Dozier “WD” Alford, 67, will be held at noon at Mt. Beulah United Methodist Church with burial in Greenlawn Cemetery, Kingstree, Green’s Funeral Home is in charge.
Born in Cades [Williamsburg Co.] to John and Laura McCutcheon Alford, he died Oct. 4, 2004.
Surviving: wife, Christine Brown Alford; sons, Willie, Rodderick and Bryan Alford; 1 brother; 4 sisters; nieces, nephews, cousins.
Photo from Green Lawn, Kingstree, Williamsburg Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Nancy Lee Huggins
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Willie D. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 6 December 1936.
See the obituaries of his siblings Earline Alford Harrison Shaw (with census listings), Howard “Bayboy” Alford, and Mitchell Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #7.
His lineage: Willie Dozier 1936 SC1, John Luther 1893 SC2, Archie 1850 SC3, Nero 1808 SC4.
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WILLIE JAMES ALFORD
Extracts from Obituaries Published in The Dillon Herald
Dillon, Dillon Co., SC—Tuesday, 14 September 1993
Name: Willie James Alford
Parents: Issac and Mary Mag Page
Spouse: Sally McEachern
Date of Birth: Jan. 24, 1910
Place of Birth: Dillon County
Date of Death: Tuesday, Aug. 31, 1993
Place of Death: local hospital (article headlined Dillon) AA
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth date of Willie J. Alford (SS# issued in NC), but his death date is listed as 1 Sept 1993. His last residence was Hamer, Dillon Co., SC.
See the obituary of his mother, Mary Maggie Alford, and half-brother Duncan E. Alford in this compilation.
1930 CENSUS
Carmichael (District 6), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #167:
Isac Alfred head B 50 SC SC SC age 21 at 1st marriage
farmer
Mary M. wife B 49 SC SC SC age 18 at 1st marriage
Dunk E. son B 25 SC SC SC
Willie J. son B 19 SC SC SC
Sarah dau B 20 SC SC SC
John son B 15 SC SC SC
1920 CENSUS
Carmichael (District 23), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #170:
Isaac Alford head B 54 SC SC SC age 21 at 1st marriage
farmer
Maggie wife B 50 SC SC SC age 18 at 1st marriage
Dunk son B 23 SC SC SC
Emerson son B 22 SC SC SC
Odessera dau B 21 SC SC SC
Rosa dau B 19 SC SC SC
Isaac son B 17 SC SC SC
Sarah dau B 15 SC SC SC
Willis son B 14 SC SC SC
John son B 12 SC SC SC
Franklin son B 10 SC SC SC
1910 CENSUS
Carmichael (District 60), Dillon Co., SC, Dwelling #419:
Isiac Alford head B 50 SC SC SC 2nd marriage 12 years
farmer
Mary M. wife B 30 SC SC SC 1st marriage 12 years
7 children, 7 living
Duncan E. son B 14 SC SC SC
Odessa dau B 13 SC SC SC
Rosa dau B 12 SC SC SC
Jay son B 10 SC SC SC
Mary dau B 7 SC SC SC
Hattie dau B 4 SC SC SC
Sarah dau B 1 SC SC SC
Daniel H. Brown nephew B 21 SC SC SC
Lockshaw Brown nephew B 19 SC SC SC
Manning (District 67), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #93:
Nelson Alford head B 62 SC SC SC 2nd marriage 6 years
farmer
Lizzie wife B 40 SC SC SC 2nd marriage 6 years
5 children, 5 living
Joseph grandson B 6 SC SC SC
1900 CENSUS
Carmichael (District 70), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #372:
Isaac Alford head B 35 b. ___ 1865 SC SC SC married 0 years
farmer
Mary M. wife B 24 b. ___ 1876 SC SC SC married 0 years
3 children, 3 living
Duncan L. step-son B 9 b. ___ 1891 SC SC SC
Odessa step-dau B 6 b. Sept 1893 SC SC SC
Rosa step-dau B 2 b. Jan 1898 SC SC SC
Daniel H. Brown nephew B 11 b. ___ 1889 SC SC SC
Manning (District 77), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #225:
Nelson Alford head B 40 b. July 1859 SC SC SC married 30 years
Mandy wife B 39 b. Aug 1860 SC SC SC 15 children, 5 living
Luther son B 17 b. Jan 1883 SC SC SC
David son B 16 b. Jan 1884 SC SC SC
Lessie dau B 13 b. March 1887 NC SC SC
Rose mother-in-law B 88 b. Dec 1811 NC NC NC
1880 CENSUS
Manning (District 94), Marion Co., SC, Dwelling #146:
Nelson Alford head B 35 SC SC SC farm laborer
Amanda wife B 30 SC SC SC
Isaac son B 14 SC SC SC
Henrietta dau B 11 SC SC SC
Mary J. dau B 8 SC SC SC
Jacob son B 6 SC SC SC
His lineage: Willie James 1910 SC1, Isaac 1865 SC2, Nelson 1855 SC3.
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WILLIE LACEY “JAYSON” ALFORD
[Although he died in NY, we are including his obituary here because he is buried in and has close ties to SC.]
HORRY INDEPENDENT
Conway, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 24 July 2008
Graveside services for Willie Lacey “Jayson” Alford, 56, were held Friday [July 18] at St. John Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery, directed by McKiever Funeral Home.
Mr. Alford was a grandson of Oreatha Gause Vereen of Aynor.
In another article:
HORRY INDEPENDENT
Conway, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 17 July 2008
Services for Willie Lacey “Jason” Alford, 56, will be held at 10 a.m. tomorrow in St. John Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery in Aynor, directed by McKiever Funeral Home, Inc.
Mr. Alford of New York, and formerly of Aynor and Conway, died Saturday [July 12] in Buffalo General Hospital in Buffalo, N.Y.
He was a grandson of Oretha G. Vereen.
Photo from Saint John Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery, Galivants Ferry, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Susan Rogerson Perhala-Horry County Cemeteries
Photo posted in 2016
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Willie L. Alford (SS# issued in IL) was born 2 Oct 1951.
See the obituary of his brother William Oliver Alford in this compilation.
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WILLIE MONROE ALFORD
Father of Willie Eugene Alford, AAFA #0302
Uncle of Mary Agnes Alford Smith Lynch, AAFA #1234
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Saturday, 7 September 1996
Photos from Greenville Memorial Gardens, Piedmont, Greenville Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographers, Karen & Buddy
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Willie M. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 9 Aug 1908, last residence Piedmont, Greenville Co., SC.
See the obituary of his wife, Dessie Watson Alford, in this compilation. We included the obituary of his sister Annie Beatrice Alford Daniel in Georgia Obituaries.
From SC Marriages: Willie Monroe Alford, age 22, married Dessie Lee Watson, age 20, in Anderson, Anderson Co., SC, 12 Oct 1929.
From Georgia Marriage Records from Select Counties: William Alford married Anna Strickland on 10 Feb 1907 in Clarke Co., GA.
On Willie Albert Alford’s 1918 WWI Draft Registration Card (Ancestry), he is age 38, a farmer living in Morgan Co., GA. He was born 8 March 1880 and names Anner Alford as his contact.
His father, William Albert Alford, moved his family often. Locations for census years:
1910 Oconee Co., GA—Alfred, Will (32 GA GA GA, 2nd marriage) & Anna (19, 1st marriage)
1920 Morgan Co., GA—Alford, William (36 SC SC SC) & Anna (26)
1930 Henry Co., GA—Alford, Willie A. (54 GA GA GA) & Rosa Anna (39)
1935 Anderson Co., GA (per 1940 census)
1940 Madison Co., GA—Alford, Willie A. (61 SC) & Annie (52)
His lineage: Willie Monroe 1908 GA1, William Albert 1880 SC/GA2.
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WILLIS M. ALFORD
GREENVILLE NEWS
Greenville, Greenville Co., SC—Tuesday, 29 August 1950
Photo from Mountain Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, Piedmont, Anderson Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Robert E. Barbi
AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Josephine Sherman Bryant Alford; and brother Wade Hampton Alford Sr. in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #6.
His lineage: Willis M. 1869 GA1, David Bryan 1850 SC2, Lodwick 1802 NC3, Drury Cade 1767 NC4.
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WILLOW GREY HENIFORD ALFORD
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Thursday, 20 May 2004
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
LORIS [Horry Co.]—Mrs. Willow Grey Heniford Alford, 80, of the Live Oak Community, died Tuesday, May 18, 2004, at Loris Community Hospital following an illness.
Born Jan. 24, 1924, in Loris, S.C., Mrs. Alford was the widow of the late Charlie Rupert Alford, and daughter of the late Wilson Ervin Heniford and the late Magnolia Polly King Heniford. Mrs. Alford was a great mother who lived for her children. She worked as a nursing assistant with Loris Community Hospital for 35 years and was a member of the Live Oak Baptist Church.
Survivors include her two sons, Ervin Alford of Loris, and Charlie Alford and his wife, Gaye of Loris; one sister-in-law, Mabel Heniford of Loris; and eight grandchildren, William ‘‘Will’’ Alford of Albemarle, N.C., Christopher ‘‘Chris’’ Alford of Havelock, N.C., Dana Griffen and her husband, John of North Myrtle Beach, Christy Alford of Conway, Justin and Sabrina Alford of Loris, and Jadie and Cody Alford, both of Florida; four nephews, Ronnie and his wife, Sandy Franklin of Loris, Chuck Heniford of Loris, Mike and Tim Quinn of Columbia; and one niece, Patty Tuite of Columbia. Mrs. Alford was predeceased by one son, Terry Alford.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 20, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel …. Memorials may be made to the Live Oak Baptist Church….
Photo from Princeville Cemetery, Loris, Horry Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Bob Vaught
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm that Willow G. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 24 January 1924, last residence Loris, Horry Co.
See the obituary of her son Terry Dean Alford in this compilation.
Her husband’s lineage: Charlie Rupert 1916 SC1, James Harrison 1881 SC2, Warren Tress 1842 SC3, Warren Tress ???? SC4, Arthur 1775 SC5.
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XEPHA ALFORD SMITH
THE INDEX-JOURNAL
Greenwood, Greenwood Co., SC—Thursday, 4 September 1986
Photo from Greenlawn Memorial Park, Columbia, Richland Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Taken by Find A Grave contributor Steven James Coker
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Xepha Smith (SS# issued in SC) was born 20 June 1899 and died _____ Sept 1986, last residence Elloree, Orangeburg Co., SC.
See the obituary of her mother, Ida Grainger Alford, in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #3.
Her lineage: Xepha 1899 SC, Artemas 1864 SC1, Warren Little 1823 TN2, Lodwick Blue 1794 NC3, Warren 1770 NC4, Jacob 1738 VA5, Lodwick 1710 VA6, James 1687 VA7, John 1645 VA8.
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YON SIM ALFORD
THE STATE
Columbia, Richland Co., SC—Wednesday, 23 January 2002
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
COLUMBIA—Services for Yonsim Alford, of 3701 Traveler Lane, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 24, 2002 at Holy Bible Baptist Church with burial to follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 3-9 this evening, January 23, 2002 at J.P. Holley Funeral Home, Garners Ferry Road Chapel.
Ms. Alford died Sunday, January 20, 2002.
Born in Seoul, Korea, she was the daughter of the late Mun Ki Sang and Mun Hwang Nam. She was a member of Korean Grace and a self-employed childcare provider.
Surviving are her husband, Juan Dothe, son, Nathaniel Alford, Jr., daughters, Malinda Song Alford, Denise Alford, one brother, five sisters, and five grandchildren.
Photo from Greenlawn Memorial Park, Columbia, Richland Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Lawrence Ulmer
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.
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YVONNE DELANO ROBERTS ALFORD
[A similar article appeared on the same day in The State, Columbia, SC.]
SUN NEWS
Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Wednesday, 4 June 2003
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2005
GEORGETOWN [Georgetown Co.]—Yvonne D. Alford, wife of Heywood Alford, died Tuesday, June 3, 2003, at home.
She was born April 21, 1933, in Georgetown County, a daughter of the late Leroy William Roberts Sr. and Ida Belle Richardson Roberts Wilson.
She was a 1950 graduate of Winyah High School. She was a homemaker, mother and grandmother and had a great capacity of love for all children. She was a member of Prince George, Winyah, Episcopal Church.
Survivors, in addition to her husband, include two sons, Lt. Col. Eric S. Alford and his wife, Joanna M., of Lexington, and Heywood William Alford of Staten Island, N.Y.; three daughters, Dolores A. Evans and her husband, Jimmy, Sharon A. Fitzpatrick and her husband, Jon, all of Georgetown, and Phyllis A. Tasse and her husband, Rocky, of Fort Walton Beach, Fla.; six grandchildren, Tara Tasse Mollura, Tripp Tasse, Bianca Springs, Dylan Rogers, Madeleine Alford and Peter Alford; three brothers, Bobby Roberts and Harold Roberts, both of Georgetown, and Ivan Roberts of Conway; and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by a brother, Leroy W. Roberts Jr.
Visitation will be from 6 to 7 tonight at Graham Funeral Home. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Prince George, Winyah, Episcopal Church…. Burial will be in Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens….
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm that Yvonne R. Alford (SS# issued in SC) was born 21 April 1933, last residence Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC.
See the obituary of her husband, Heywood J. Alford, which includes a photo of their shared gravestone, in this compilation. Yvonne’s middle name is from his obituary.
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ZELLA MAE ALFORD CARPENTER
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 4 March 1994
Included in AAFA ACTION, Winter 2000
Zella Mae Nana Carpenter, 87, of Goose Creek [Berkeley Co.], a retired florist, died Thursday [March 3] in a Charleston hospital. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in Stuhr’s Greenridge Road Chapel. Burial, directed by Leak Memory Chapel of Montgomery, Ala., will be at p.m. Monday in Greenwood Cemetery in Montgomery.
Mrs. Carpenter was born in Deatsville, Ala., a daughter of Andrew Alford and Ora Shields Alford. She was a member of Northwoods Baptist Church and was the widow of Henry H. Carpenter.
Photos from Greenwood Cemetery, Montgomery, Montgomery Co., AL—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Mary Enzor Smith
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Zella M. Carpenter (SS# issued in AL) was born 29 July 1906, last residence Goose Creek, Berkeley Co., SC.
We included the obituaries of her parents, Andrew Lafayette Alford and Ora Nell Shields Alford; and daughter Lillie Alford Naile in Alabama Obituaries. In her mother’s obituary, Zella was called Mrs. H.H. Carpenter.
Zella’s second middle name, Nana, is probably a nickname—it does not appear in any records.
Her lineage: Zella Mae 1906 AL1, Andrew Lafayette 1884 GA2, Andrew 1859 GA3.
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ZETHA ALFORD HARTER
GEORGETOWN TIMES
Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—Thursday, 9 September 1976
MRS. HARTER DIED MONDAY AT HOSPITAL
Mrs. Zetha Alford Harter, 56, wife of James Edward Harter, died early Monday morning in the Georgetown County Memorial Hospital. She had been in declining health for several years and critically ill for several weeks.
Funeral services were Wednesday morning at eleven o’clock in the Chapel of the Mayer Funeral Home…. Burial followed in Penny Royal Memorial Gardens.
Mrs. Harter was born in Aynor on September 24, 1919, daughter of the late Heyward Alford and Mrs. Nellie Barnhill Alford. She was reared in Horry County and came to Georgetown thirty-seven years ago to make her home. Mrs. Harter was a member of the First Baptist Church.
Surviving are: her husband of Georgetown; four sons, Wynfred J. Harter of Wilmington, Delaware, Jerry D. Harter of Sacramento, Calif., Larry C. Harter and Charles E. Harter, both of Georgetown; a daughter, Ms. Linda H. Turner of Georgetown; two brothers, Elijah Alford of Conway and Norwood Alford of Georgetown; three sisters, Mrs. Ella A. Roberts of Gastonia, N.C., Mrs. Ina A. Brown of Conway, and Mrs. Nina A. Ashe of Brevard, N.C.; and six grandchildren.
Photos from Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens, Georgetown, Georgetown Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Patti Yourko Burns
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Sept 1976) dates of John Alford (SS# issued in KY), last residence not listed.
See the obituaries of her parents, Haywood Alford and Nellie Barnhill Alford; and brothers Elijah Bass Alford and Norwood Alford in this compilation.
*See AAFA’s Published Genealogies, #1.
Her lineage: Zetha 1919 SC1, Haywood 1879 SC2, Arnold Bethel 1844 SC3, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC4, John B. 1780 NC5, William 1760 NC6.
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ZEYUNE ELLA HALFORD RICKER
DAILY JOURNAL-MESSENGER
Seneca, Oconee Co., SC—Friday, 14 September 2007
SALEM, S.C.—Zeyune Ella Halford Ricker, 85, wife of Eugene Thomas Ricker, Jr., of Safe Haven Court, died Wednesday, Sept. 12 at her residence.
A native of Butte, Mont., Mrs. Ricker was the daughter of the late James Benjamin and Mae Dunston Halford. She was a medical technologist and was registered with the ASCP. Mrs. Ricker was a veteran of WWII, serving her country with USN-WAVES at the Navel Hospital in Annapolis, Md. She was also the former chief medical technologist at the Charleston County Hospital in Charleston, S.C.
Davenport Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
In another article:
POST AND COURIER
Charleston, Charleston Co., SC—Friday, 14 September 2007
SALEM, SC—Zeyune Ella Halford Ricker, 85, wife of Eugene Thomas Ricker, Jr., of Safe Haven Court, Salem, SC, died Wednesday, September 12, 2007, at her residence.
A native of Butte, Montana, Mrs. Ricker was the daughter of the late James Benjamin and Mae Dunston Halford. She was a medical technologist and was registered with the ASCP. Mrs. Ricker was a veteran of WWII, serving her country with USN-WAVES at the Naval Hospital in Annapolis, MD. She was also the former chief medical technologist at the Charleston County Hospital in Charleston, SC.
In addition to her husband, Mrs. Ricker is survived by a daughter, Julie A. Robertson Hubert, NC; sister, Geraldine Halford Crighton, Idaho Falls, ID; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Private services will be conducted in Summerville, SC, at a later date.
Memorials may be made to American Lung Association … or to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society….
Arrangements by Davenport Funeral Home, Inc., Walhalla, S.C…
Photo from Saint Pauls Episcopal Church Cemetery, Summerville, Dorchester Co., SC—www.findagrave.com
Permission granted by the photographer, Juanda Owens B.
AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Zeyune Ella Ricker (SS# issued in MT) was born 6 Apr 1922, last residence Salem, Oconee Co., SC.
We included the obituary of her father, James Benjamin Halford, in Montana Obituaries.
Her HALFORD lineage: Zeyune Ella 1922 MT1, James Benjamin 1892 MT2, James Benjamin 1858 MO3, James H. 1832 TN4.
