Caughman-Harman Funeral Home - West Columbia Chapel

12/05/2025

Pamela Rish Davis
August 12, 1946 – December 1, 2025

Pamela Rish Davis, a devoted wife, cherished mother, adored grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on December 1, 2025, at the age of 79. Pamela was a resident of West Columbia, South Carolina. Born on August 12, 1946, she was known for her strong will and unwavering spirit.

Pam was predeceased by her beloved husband, F. Darell Davis; her esteemed father, Ervin Rufus Rish; her precious mother, Winona Sightler Rish; and her beloved brothers, Reverend Robert (Bobby) Rish and Barry Rish. She is survived by her siblings, Susan (Susie) Bailey (Perry) of Spartanburg, SC, and Gene Rish (Kathy) of Leesville, SC; sisters-in-law, Vivian Rish of Leesville, SC, and Judy Rish of Gaston, SC; brother-in-law, Tommy Dean Davis (Sharon) of Columbia, SC; daughter, Kimberly Rae Davis of Columbia, SC; son, Richard Scott Davis of West Columbia, SC; daughter, Jennifer Louise Davis (William Puckett) of Columbia, SC; stepson, Jimmy Darell Davis of Raleigh, NC; grandchildren, Joshua Thomas of Columbia, SC, and Cody Thomas of Batesburg-Leesville, SC; and great-grandchildren, Caspian Thomas, Azriel Thomas, Sebastian Thomas, Marcus Thomas, Garrett Thomas.

Pam had a passion for music, movies, and delicious foods, and was a masterful home cook. She was a talented writer, an artistic creator, and a faithful Christian. Her spirited nature made her a fighter for all things she was passionate about. She was also very fiery and stubborn, fighting with love and humor until she left this world. Pam's legacy includes her quick wit as she always said this is what she wanted us to put on her tombstone after she passed, "Here lies Pam... she has finally done her last piece of paperwork."

Over the decades, Pam worked side by side with her husband, Darell. They shared many entrepreneurial ventures over their decades together including residential custom home building. They experienced countless adventures and lived life to the absolute fullest. They were blessed with a very special love. There was no Darell without Pam. Their love will continue to inspire their family and all who knew them. Surely, the angels are singing over their reunited souls.

A visitation will be held on December 12, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home - West Columbia Chapel, located at 820 West Dunbar Road, West Columbia, SC 29170. The funeral service will follow at 3:00 pm at the same location. Burial will take place at Southland Memorial Gardens, 700 West Dunbar Road, West Columbia, SC 29170, following the service.

Special thanks to pallbearers Joshua Thomas, Cody Thomas, Caspian Thomas, Azriel Thomas, Brian Duncan, and Bradley Rish. Heartfelt gratitude and love to Susie Bailey and Melany Rish for their exceptional support during Pamela's extraordinary journey. Special thanks to LightHouse Hospice, especially Stephanie Brougher, Kelli Busbee, and Anne Abel, for their beautiful care. Much love and appreciation to Nurse Patricia "Miss Pat" and all the staff at Millennium Post-Acute Rehabilitation facility for their compassionate care.

Pamela's life was a testament to the quote, "The Pursuit of Excellence in the Face of Adversity is Invariably Matched by the Glory of the Result." She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/w-columbia-sc/pamela-davis-12636721

12/05/2025

Thank you to all those who were able to come out to our annual Candlelight of Remembrance Service. It was a time of love and reflection and is so meaningful especially around the holidays. We want to say a special thank you to all of our staff, Chaplain Mark Bredholt, Robbin Moss, Anna Grace Martin, Daniel Fore and Steven Fore for their assistance with this service.

12/05/2025

Faye M. Harper
April 22, 1933 – November 28, 2025

Faye M. Harper, a loving, devoted, and hard working wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 28th, 2025 at the age of 92. Born on April 22, 1933 in La France, SC, to Jay Doyle & Eloise Harper, she was a proud resident of West Columbia, South Carolina for the majority of her life.

A graduate of La France High School, class of 1951 where she lettered in basketball, she lived a long and beautiful life full of memories with family and friends. She had unwavering strength, unshakeable faith, and was known to be fiercely independent. A member Green Hill Baptist Church for 61 years, one of her favorite things to do was to spend time with the Sunshine Group and Senior Group there.

In addition to her devotion to her church, you could often catch her working on a crossword, or asking, “What channel does the Clemson game come on?” A lover of animals, she had pets her whole life and was greatly devoted to them and their protection. Her favorite past time of all though would be to sit down with family and friends for a good home cooked meal and an even better conversation.

She is survived by her 2 children, Lissa Gayle Harper and Timothy Jay Harper (Brandy); and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Scott O. Harper; her husband, Harrison O. Harper; and her daughter, Dawn H. Scarano.

May her love of food, fellowship, and fun live on in those who loved and knew her.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, December 7th, 2025 at Southland Memorial Gardens, 700 West Dunbar Road, West Columbia, SC 29170.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/w-columbia-sc/faye-harper-12635614

11/25/2025

Guy Quarles
June 21, 1947 – November 22, 2025

Guy Clarence Quarles, 79, of West Columbia passed away on Saturday November 22,2025. He was born in Modoc, South Carolina on June 21,1947. Guy Clarence Quarles was the son of late Clarence Quarles and Marjorie Quarles Wood.

He retired from Duralane Gas and Sunbird Boat Company. He was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy and attended West side Holiness Church in West Columbia. His faith in Jesus was stead fast with a gentle spirit and he would always pray for you and others. He enjoyed hunting and Fishing, working on his vehicles and in his yard.

He is survived by his son Michael Quarles, Daughters Jacqueline Hoover, Vickie Tager. Grand children Randall,Connie,Christopher,Christy,Brandon.Along with Several Nieces and Nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; his beloved wife, Betty Sue Quarles; daughter, Connie Quarles; two sisters, Elizbeth Q. Fleatcher and Bonnie J Fearing; brother Troy E Wood and grandson, Allen Quarles.

A visitation will be held at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home - West Columbia Chapel, located at 820 West Dunbar Road, West Columbia, SC 29170, on November 29, 2025, starting at 11:00 AM, with a funeral service to follow at 12:00 PM. Burial will take place after the service at Southland Memorial Gardens.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/w-columbia-sc/guy-quarles-12628565

11/19/2025

Victor Pinkston Scott
September 30, 1932 – November 14, 2025

Victor Pinkston Scott, born on September 30, 1932, in Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 93. A resident of West Columbia, South Carolina, Victor lived a life marked by dedication and achievement.

Victor served in the US Army for three years during the Korean War from 1953 to 1956. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering from the University of Kansas in 1959. Victor spent his entire career in the steel joist industry, beginning at Macomer in Canton, Ohio, where he held four US patents. He served as Executive Vice President and General Manager of Owen Joist Corp in Cayce, South Carolina, for 28 years, and also worked at Sun Steel in Sunnyside, Washington, and as President of Gooder-Hendricson in Illinois. Victor was a member of the Steel Joist Institute and held offices for 14 years.

Victor is survived by his wife Betty Lindler Scott. Three children from his marriage to Dorothy C. Scott (deceased): Stephanie Bear (Ted, deceased) of Mesa, Arizona, Victor S. Scott (Dana) of Charlotte, North Carolina, and Stuart Scott of San Jose, California. He leaves behind five grandchildren: Tom (Ellen) Bell, Abby (Aaron) Martin, Emily Scott (fiancé Cameron England), James Bell (Maggie), and Beth Skousen (Kyle). He is also survived by step-daughters Fairy Cobia and Wendy Thompson (Rob), nine great-grandchildren, five step-grandchildren, and six step-great-grandchildren.

A visitation will be held at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, located at 2491 Emanuel Church Road, West Columbia, SC 29170, on November 25, 2025, at 12:00 pm. The funeral service will follow at 1:00 pm. Burial will take place at Southland Memorial Gardens, 700 West Dunbar Road, West Columbia, SC 29170, following the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 2491 Emanuel Church Rd, West Columbia, SC 29170, or online at https://elcwc.org/

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/w-columbia-sc/victor-scott-12618360

11/19/2025

Dr. Philip Martin Steyne
November 21, 1930 – November 11, 2025

“This is our God… He will lead us onward until the end.” — Psalm 48:14
Philip Steyne—known as Phil, Dr. Steyne, Uncle Phil, Dad, Daddy, Grandpa, BopBop, PopPop, and Great-Grandpa —finished his earthly race on November 11, 2025, at age 94. True to a lifetime of devotion, he entered his Savior’s presence from his knees.

Born in Potchefstroom, South Africa, Phil was raised in a missionary home and began ministry early—teaching, preaching, and pastoring youth before adulthood. In 1952 he married his beloved Jeanne McDonald, beginning a 60-year partnership of love and global ministry. Though she preceded him to Glory in 2011, his love for her never faded.

Phil is survived by his four children and their spouses, Paul Steyne (Michelle), Marilyn Rinkel (Dan), Danny Steyne (Karen), and Linda Steyne; 16 grandchildren (and 11 spouses); 34 great-grandchildren (and 3 spouses); and one great-great-granddaughter. He is also survived by his nephew and his spouse, Willie Crew (Lydia); his younger brother, Johann Steyn (88) of Pretoria, South Africa; and many spiritual sons and daughters around the world.

A Life of Mission and Ministry

Phil pastored in South Africa before studying in Chicago, where he worked multiple jobs to support his young family. Over the years he served as pastor, youth minister, teacher, missionary, principal, counselor, and mentor. With The Evangelical Alliance Mission, he and Jeanne ministered in South Africa and Swaziland, training leaders, building up local churches, guiding schools, and often crossing racial boundaries during apartheid to model Christlike love.

Denied reentry to South Africa in the 1970s, Phil turned to teaching and missionary training in the U.S., serving at Philadelphia College of the Bible, PA, and later at Columbia International University, SC, where he shaped generations of missionaries. He interim pastored at several churches, wrote influential books on missions, served on numerous international mission boards, and taught around the world—eventually in more than 145 nations. Even in his 80s and 90s, he continued to travel and teach wherever God opened a door.

Phil’s ministry was anchored in Scripture—especially Psalm 48:14, the life-verse he and Jeanne shared. His daily exhortation was simple: “Keep short accounts.” His constant refrain: “It’s all His grace.”

A Faithful Finish

In his final written reflections on the morning of his homegoing, he reminded his family that God had led him faithfully “through all time, beyond death, and into eternity,” and he urged them to know Jesus and share their stories of His grace.

Phil Steyne lived an amazing life marked by service, prayer, and obedience. He is now reunited with his sweetheart and the great cloud of witnesses, cheering us onward.

To God be the glory.

A visitation will be held from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM on Friday, November 21, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Columbia, 1306 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, with a funeral service to follow at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow the service at Southland Memorial Gardens, 700 West Dunbar Road, West Columbia.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/w-columbia-sc/philip-steyne-12612620

11/12/2025

Howard Nathan "Bud" Culver
May 16, 1933 – November 6, 2025

A memorial service celebrating the life of Korean and Vietnam veteran SFC Howard N. “Bud” Culver, U.S. Army (retired) of West Columbia will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 14, 2025. Bud departed this Earthly life on Thursday, November 6, 2025. He was born on May 16, 1933 to the late George and Donnabelle Woods Culver in Rochester, IN.

He is survived by his sister, Norma Diedrich; children, Tim Mahaffey (Amy) and Karen Jones; grandsons, Tyler Mahaffey (Kristie) and Chris Moore; and two great granddaughters, Lucy and Lola Mahaffey.

In addition to his parents, Bud was preceded in death by his wife, Susie Culver and grandson, Justin Mahaffey.

Bud was blessed by being a part of the Jake Smith Family of Batesburg-Leesville area. He retired from Eaton Corporation, Kalamazoo, MI after his retirement from the U.S. Army. He saw service in Korea, Germany, Italy, England, and Vietnam. He was a Past Master of the Cayce Masonic Lodge #384 A.F.M., also a member of the Scottish Rite, Shrine Club, National Sojourners, and American Legion Post 130 Cayce.

Visitation will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, November 14, 2025 at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home – West Columbia Chapel, 820 West Dunbar Road, West Columbia, SC 29170, with a memorial service to follow at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Vietnam Veterans of America or Vietnam veteran charities.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/w-columbia-sc/howard-culver-12602888

10/09/2025