Dukes Harley Funeral Home and Crematory

05/05/2026

David Allen "Fat Man" Wise, 68, of St. Matthews, SC, passed away on May 3, 2026.

A memorial service will be held at 4:00 pm, Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Dukes-Harley Funeral Home, with Rev. David Lee Mitchell officiating.

David was born in Orangeburg, SC, a son of the late Gary Randolph Wise and Pearlie Furtick Wise. He was a former maintenance worker for the Calhoun County Public Schools. David loved hunting, playing pool, and especially loved spending time with his nieces and nephews.

David is survived by his niece, Joy Byrd (Casey) of St. Matthews; one nephew, Donald Strock (Machelle) of Orangeburg; one great-niece, Tracy Edmond (Matt) of St. Matthews; three great nephews, Donovan Strock (Andrea), Aiden Byrd, and Levi Byrd; and five great-great nieces and nephews. David was predeceased by his brother Randy Wise.

Memorials may be sent to the Calhoun County Animal Shelter, 140 Purple Martin Drive, St Matthews, South Carolina 29135.

David Allen Fat Man Wise, 68, of St. Matthews, SC, passed away on May 3, 2026. A memorial service will be held at 400 pm, Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Dukes-Harley Funeral Home, with Rev. David Lee Mitchell officiating. David was born in Orangeburg, SC, a son of the late

05/01/2026

Donald "Don" Austerfin Yongue, Jr., 82, of Orangeburg, SC, passed away on May 1, 2026. He was the husband of Patricia "Pat" Yongue.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Monday, May 4, 2026, at Dukes-Harley Funeral Home. A private burial will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Don was born in San Antonio, TX, a son of the late Donald Austerfin Yongue, Sr. and Margaret Gatlin Yongue. He was a graduate of Orangeburg High School and was a key player for the 1960 high school football team that won the South Carolina Class A State Championship. Don attended Wofford College and retired from Lowe's where he was known for being a helping hand to those needing assistance. He was a former member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church.

In addition to his wife, Don is survived by his four sons, Brett Yongue (Tara), Chad Yongue (Kim), Dennis Yongue (Wendy), and Damian Yongue (Loni); daughter, Jill Wiles (Lee); grandchildren, Camden Yongue (Emily), Madison Snell (Preston), Ryn Scull, Kelsey Jenkins (Jaelin), Alex Yongue, Zane Yongue, Sydney Yongue, Ace Yongue, Gracyn Yongue, Cade Wiles, and Hart Wiles; five great-grandchildren; and a furry friend, Levi. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Margaret Carroll Yongue.

Memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer,org/donate and the American Heart Association, www.heart.org/donate

The family would like to express a special thank you to Lauren Still, Don's long time nurse, and to the devoted staff at Jolley Acres.

Donald Don Austerfin Yongue, Jr., 82, of Orangeburg, SC, passed away on May 1, 2026. He was the husband of Patricia Pat Yongue. The family will receive friends from 500 pm to 700 pm, Monday, May 4, 2026, at Dukes-Harley Funeral Home. A private burial will be held in Memorial

05/01/2026

Frances Gramling Davis, 95, of Edisto Island, SC, passed away on April 30, 2026. She was the wife of Judson M. Davis, Jr.

The family will host a memorial service at 11:00 am, Saturday, May 9, 2026, at The Presbyterian Church of Edisto Island, 2164 Highway 174, Edisto Island, SC 29438, with Rev. Ashley Sanders officiating.

Frances was born in Orangeburg, SC, a daughter of the late Edward B. Gramling and Mary Keating Gramling. She was a graduate of Limestone College and became a teacher, being one of the first teachers in the state to teach an official Kindergarten class. Frances was a member of The Presbyterian Church on Edisto Island.

In addition to her husband of 75 years, Frances is survived by her son, Judson M. Davis, III; and five grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her son, Edward Marion Davis; and granddaughter, Megan Davis Jervey.

Memorials may be sent The Presbyterian Church on Edisto Island, 2164 Highway 174, Edisto Island, SC 29438.

Frances Gramling Davis, 95, of Edisto Island, SC, passed away on April 30, 2026. She was the wife of Judson M. Davis, Jr. Services will be announced at a later date. Frances was born in Orangeburg, SC, a daughter of the late Edward B. Gramling and Mary Keating Gramling. She

04/27/2026

Please join us in celebrating the life of Mr. Walker Smith Jr.

04/25/2026

Walker Graham Smith, Jr., 84, of St. Matthews, SC, passed away on April 24, 2026. He was the husband of Bernadene Felkel Smith.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm, Monday, April 27, 2026, at Cameron Baptist Church, with Rev. Chris Furtick officiating. The burial will follow in Cameron Cemetery. The family will receive friends at 1:30 pm, same day as the service in the church fellowship hall. Honored to serve as pallbearers are Michael "Mike" Summers, Jr., Scott Summers, Chris Summers, Randy Hughes, Copeland Furtick, and Trace Furtick. Honorary pallbearers are deacons of Cameron Baptist Church.

Walker was born in Orangeburg, SC, the son of the late Walker G. Smith, Sr. and the late Sadie Thomas Smith. After graduating in 1962 from Cameron High School, he worked on the farm, until, in 1976, he began working at Ethyl Corporation (Albermarle) and retired as a welder in 2004. Walker loved his family dearly and enjoyed being surrounded by his children and grandchildren on the family farm. He enjoyed gardening and in the last several years, he also enjoyed riding in his club car and "spraying for fire ants" around the farm along with feeding the fish at the pond. His favorite hobbies were watching YouTube and scrolling on Facebook. Walker was a lifetime a member of Cameron Baptist Church and served in many capacities including Sunday School teacher and as a deacon for many years.

In addition to his loving wife of 61 years; children, Samuel G. Smith (Malissa), Jason Patrick Smith (Katherine), and Stella Smith Mitchell (David); grandchildren, Samuel Jr., Jackson, Ryan, Ashlyn, and Graham Smith and Iris Mitchell Rast (Jeryd); sister, Peggie S. West (Billye) of Newberry; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be sent to Cameron Baptist Church, 5335 Cameron Road, Cameron, SC 29135.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.dukesharleyfuneralhome.com or https://www.facebook.com/Dukes-Harley-Funeral-Home-and-Crematory-304968586272868

Walker Graham Smith, Jr., 84, of St. Matthews, SC, passed away on April 24, 2026. He was the husband of Bernadene Felkel Smith. Funeral services will be held at 300 pm, Monday, April 27, 2026, at Cameron Baptist Church, with Rev. Chris Furtick officiating. The burial will follow in Cameron

04/23/2026

Cynthia "Gayle" Sheriff, of Ballentine, SC, passed away on April 23, 2026.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Dukes-Harley Funeral Home Chapel in Orangeburg, SC with Reverend Doctor Linda Dunn officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Born in Orangeburg County, Gayle was the daughter of the late Alfred Ceil Sheriff and the late Elizabeth "Lib" Riser Sheriff. She attended Orangeburg Public Schools and graduated from Orangeburg High School where she sang in the Orangeburg High School Mixed Chorus. After graduation, Gayle attended Southern Methodist College. She furthered her education by taking Cataloging and Classification and Introduction to Library Science at South Carolina State University. She also took a correspondence course in Children’s Literature from The University of Georgia. Gayle began her career at the Orangeburg County Health Department on July 9, 1973 and transferred to the Orangeburg County Public Library where she worked as a Library Technical Assistant on March 1, 1974 until her retirement on July 1, 2006. Gayle was a member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church where she sang in the youth choir and later in the Chancel Choir. Gayle’s hobbies were playing the piano, putting jigsaw puzzles together up to 2,000 pieces, latch hooking rugs and reading fiction and biographies.

Gayle is survived by her two sisters, Ann Martin (Jim) of Irmo and Jane Davis (Darren)of Chapin; nieces and nephews, Catherine Latiff (Todd), Elizabeth Martin, David Stafford (Wendy), Jeff Davis (Carrie); and great nieces and nephews, Ashley Latiff Tucker (Jack), Andrew Latiff, Peyton Stafford, Landon Stafford and Beau Brooks Davis.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to be sent to St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 1356 Amelia Street, Orangeburg, SC 29115, Orangeburg SPCA Maude Schiffley Chapter, P.O. Box 1584, Orangeburg, South Carolina 29116, or to a charity of one’s choice.

We would also like to thank special friends and caregivers, Francis Davis,Virginia McDonald, Joyce Singleton, Jasmine Simon, and Pat Doughty.

Cynthia Gayle Sheriff, of Ballentine, SC, passed away on April 23, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 200 pm, Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Dukes-Harley Funeral Home Chapel in Orangeburg, SC with Reverend Doctor Linda Dunn officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Born in Orangeburg Co...

04/23/2026

Ross Markland Jepeway, 92, of Orangeburg, SC, passed away on April 17, 2026. He was the husband of the late Jacqueline Anne Rippi Jepeway.

No services are being held at this time.

Ross was born in Blue Island, IL, a son of the late James Jepeway and Mary Stout Jepeway. He owned and operated JBS, Inc. where he focused on tax preparations and bookkeeping. Ross was a Free Mason and a member of the Sons of the American Revolution.

Ross is survived by his son, Chris Jepeway (Donia Nance); nieces, Victoria, Sandra, Kathleen, Helen, and Darla; and nephews, Steven, Charles, Cameron, David, and James "Tiger." In addition to his wife and his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings, James, Dorothea, Gwendolyn, Vivian, and Richard.

Ross Markland Jepeway, 92, of Orangeburg, SC, passed away on April 17, 2026. He was the husband of the late Jacqueline Anne Rippi Jepeway. No services are being held at this time. Ross was born in Blue Island, IL, a son of the late James Jepeway and Mary Stout Jepeway.

04/22/2026

Martha "Molly" Ann Wannamaker, 77, of Surfside Beach, SC, passed away on April 21, 2026. She was the daughter of the late James Lanier Wannamaker and the late Louise Corley Wannamaker.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, April 24, 2026, at St. Paul United Methodist Church Cemetery in St. Matthews, SC, with Pastor Mason Browder officiating. The family will receive friends at 10:00 am, same day as the service, at the church.

Molly was born in Orangeburg, SC. She was a graduate of St. Matthews High School, received her bachelor's degree from Winthrop College, and received her master's degree from the University of South Carolina. She retired from her position as a warden at the state penitentiary. Molly was a life long Clemson Tiger Fan. She was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church and attended Belin Methodist Church in Murrell's Inlet.

Molly is survived by her three siblings, James L. Wannamaker, Jr. of St. Matthews, Susie Wannamaker Justice (Gary) of Columbia, and J. Keitt Wannamaker of St. Matthews; nieces and nephews, Jay Wannamaker (Heidi), Judith Justice (Melwin Cornelio), Jessica Schulz (Tom), and Nolan L. Hancock (Katie); great-nieces and nephews, Jayke and Karlynn Wannamaker, Ethan Justice, Elinor and Bethany Cornelio, Felix Otto Schulz, and Emerson Hancock; and her faithful, loving companion, Pepper. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Judy W. Hancock; and nephew Garth W. Justice.

Memorials may be sent to St. Paul United Methodist Church, 1808 Bridge Street, St. Matthews, SC 29135.

Martha Molly Ann Wannamaker, 77, of Surfside Beach, SC, passed away on April 21, 2026. She was the daughter of the late James Lainer Wannamaker and the late Louise Corley Wannamaker. A graveside service will be held at 1100 am, Friday, April 24, 2026, at St. Paul United Methodist Church

04/19/2026

Please join us for Mrs. Jo Walling’s funeral service.

04/17/2026

Ruby "Jo" Crim Walling, 91, of Saint Matthews, SC, passed away April 15, 2026. She was the wife of the late Wallace Mortimer “Mortie” Walling.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm, Sunday, April 19, 2026, at St. Paul United Methodist Church in St. Matthews, with Pastor Mason Browder officiating. The burial will follow at West Bethel Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at 2:00 pm, same day as the service in the St. Paul United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Honored to serve as pallbearers are John Davis, Josh Culler, Taylor Culler, Jack Wright, Micky Weeks, and Randy Coleman.

Jo was born in Orangeburg County, SC, a daughter of the late Reuben S. Crim and Mattie Berry Crim. Together with her husband, she owned and operated the Playhouse Nursery for over 40 years. She and Mr. Mortie started Playhouse Nursery back in the 70's and helped shape the lives of many children in St. Matthews. They kept her young. At Christmas, Santa came to take pictures with the children. She was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. Jo was an excellent seamstress and altered clothes for many people in St. Matthews. She loved making clothes for her children and grandchildren. Jo loved dressing up for Halloween and going to Hardees in her costumes. She loved going to Hardees every morning and meeting friends to chit-chat and gossip.

Jo went by many names-Mama, Grandma, Jo, Nana Jo, Miss Jo, and JoJo. She never met a stranger, could talk to anyone and anything and was willing to help anyone in need. She was proud of her children and grandchildren, always willing to share stories to people who would listen.

Jo will be missed by her family and friends. Memories of her shenanigans will last forever.

Jo is survived by her son, Wallace M. Walling, Jr.; two daughters, Deborah "Debbie" W. Davis (Jack) and Dessie Annette W. Culler (Gregg); five grandchildren, Katie Elizabeth Davis Schumacher (Nick), John Tyler Davis (Jodi), Gregory Joshua Culler (Emily), Taylor Lawrence Culler (Lauren), and Cally Kaminer Culler; and eight great-grandchildren, Carter Elizabeth Schumacher, Harper Anne Schumacher, Augustus John "Gus" Schumacher, Bo Tyler Davis, Maggie James Culler, Parker Frances Culler, Joshua Hayes Culler, Avery Frances Culler. In addition to her husband of 58 years and her parents, she was predeceased by her daughter, Bernice Charlene Walling.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to St. Paul United Methodist Church, 1808 Bridge Street, St. Matthews, SC 29135 or West Bethel Methodist Church, 3649 Old State Road, St. Matthews, SC 1935.

Ruby Jo Crim Walling, 91, of Saint Matthews, SC, passed away April 15, 2026. She was the wife of the late Wallace Mortimer Mortie Walling. Funeral services will be held at 300 pm, Sunday, April 19, 2026, at St. Paul United Methodist Church in St. Matthews, with Rev. Mason Browder

04/14/2026

Clellie "Eileen" Jones Burk, 78, of Saint Matthews, SC, passed away on April 12, 2026. She was the wife to her loving husband Charles T. Burk.

Eileen was the daughter of the late Weldon Goodwin Jones and the late Clellie Coppersmith Jones. Almost always called by her middle name, Eileen, she graduated from Bauder Fashion College and finishing school in Atlanta with a major in fashion merchandising. She attended Virginia Wesleyan College with a major in business. Eileen loved to travel. She had been to 45 states and lived in VA, NC, SC, IL, FL. She visited Italy, England France and Bermuda with her young daughter and visited Mexico and Canada. Eileen was employed by National Bellas Hess (GEX) as a competitive shopper for their 3 Hampton Roads stores. This was a talent that would follow her through her years. Later, she was employed by Virginia Specialty Store as store manager and traveled into NC to open their women's plus size stores. Changing from retail to communications, she spent the next 14 years with Landmark communications in their corp research department with emphasis on surveys on their holdings in daily newspapers, shoppers and The Weather Channel. Her remaining work years were composed of selling and composing advertising for daily newspapers, radio, internet and direct mail. She loved gourmet cooking, fine dinnerware and had an impressive collection of cookware.

In addition to her husband, Eileen is survived by her daughter, Katherine Eileen Evans; three grandchildren, Matthew W. Morris, Michael A. Morris, and Kaitlin Eileen Morris; two step-sons, Brian Burk and Todd Burk; one step-daughter, Shannon Burk Spencer; and two grandchildren, Dylan and Caden. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by one sister, Carol Christine Cartwright (Roy).

As a fashion professional and to show her love for her grandchildren, Eileen felt quite proud of making her grandchildren's Christening gown using heirloom sewing techniques using imported laces and material.

Services will be announced at a later date by the family.

Clellie Eileen Jones Burk, 78, of Saint Matthews, SC, passed away on April 12, 2026. She was the wife to her loving husband Charles T. Burk. Eileen was the daughter of the late Weldon Goodwin Jones and the late Clellie Coppersmith Jones. Almost always called by her middle name, Eileen,

04/13/2026

Virginia Bourne McDaniel, 95, of Orangeburg, SC, passed away on April 13, 2026. She was the wife of the late George Homer McDaniel, Jr.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Orangeburg's Church of the Redeemer. The burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Virginia was born in Georgetown, SC to her parents, Burness and Alberta Collins Bourne. After graduating as her class valedictorian from Winyah High School, Virginia was crowned "Miss Georgetown" and honored to represent the town she loved so much. While working at the International Paper Company in the Personnel Department, she met the love of her life, George McDaniel, who became her husband for sixty-three years, until his passing in 2019. As newlyweds, they lived in Florence and Charleston, before settling in Orangeburg in 1959 where she remained until her recent passing. Upon moving to Orangeburg, she assisted Mrs. Ruth Wolfe as a pre-school teacher at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer. This began her life-long love for her church, where she worked as a secretary and Parish administrator for thirty years until her retirement. She also served on the church vestry and St. Mary's Altar Guild. After her retirement, Virginia and George were fortunate enough to be able to travel all over the country and also make wonderful memories with their daughters and their families.

Virginia is survived by her two daughters, Nancy Douglas (Terry) and Leslie Smith (Vernon); three granddaughters, Meagan Douglas (Kendra), Courtney Simons (Will), and Virginia Ann Smith; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her son, George McDaniel, III; four brothers; and two sisters.

We all know she is rejoicing in Heaven by reuniting with all of her loved ones, whom she missed dearly.

The family would like to thank the staff at Jolley Acres for all their loving care.

Memorials may be made to Orangeburg's Church of the Redeemer, P.O. Drawer 9, Orangeburg, SC 29116, Orangeburg SPCA, 225 Ruf Road, Orangeburg, SC 29118 , or one's charity of choice.

Virginia Bourne McDaniel, 95, of Orangeburg, SC, passed away on April 13, 2026. She was the wife of the late George Homer McDaniel, Jr. Funeral services will be held at 100 pm, Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Orangeburgs Church of the Redeemer. The burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.