Obituaries Kershaw County, South Carolina Mary Estridge Bethune, June 5 - Mrs. Mary Estridge, who resided at the home of C. P. Blockmon four or five miles about Bethune, died yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Estridge was nearly 96 years of age and was perhaps the oldest person in this part of Kershaw county. She was the widow of Thomas Estridge of Lancaster county, who preceded her to the grave a number of years ago. Mrs. Estridge was the mother of seven children, only two of whom are still living. Mrs. W. J. Baker of near Bethune and J. H. Estridge of Kershaw. She is survived by 17 grandchildren, 61 great grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was the mother of E. M. Estridge, a prominent citizen of Kershaw, who died two or three years ago, and the grandmother of K. T. Estridge, a well known citizen and a former mayor of Bethune. The funeral services and interment will be held at Fosk Hill Baptist church in Lancaster county today at 3 o'clock. (The State - June 6, 1922) J. W. Hasseltine Kershaw, May 5 - The people of this place were shocked this afternoon when the announcement was made that Mr. J. W. Hasseltine had died suddenly. He was at his desk at work for J. M. Carson as bookkeeper when the end came. He also held the position of clerk and recorder for the town. Prior to his coming to Kershaw he was engaged in the mercantile business at Lancaster. He was twice married, his first wife being Miss Crawford. Three years ago he was married to his second wife, who was Miss Daisy Cauthen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Cauthen of this place. He leaves a large family of children, two of his sons being in Florida. (The State - May 4, 1906) Chalmers B. Horton Kershaw, Jan. 19 - All Kershaw is sad over the announcement of the accidental death of Mr. Chalmers B. Horton, which occurred here yesterday afternoon. As he was ascending the elevator of the Kershaw Mercantile and Banking company, by whom he was employed as manage of the furniture and undertaking business, having succeeded Mr. J. B. Witherspoon, who moved to Sumter, the machine became unmanageable and he was thrown violently on the floor, sustaining injuries from which he died last night at 11 o'clock. Drs. E. C. Brasington, J. E. W. Haile and W. C. Twitty were summoned at once and did all in their power but to no avail. Mr. Horton came to Kershaw 14 years ago as general manager of Mr. a. P. Brown's general merchandise business and he has been continuously identified with the town's interest and people. He was a member of the Methodist church and the funeral ceremonies were conducted in Chester by his pastor. Rev. O. A. Jeffcoat, assisted by Rev. J. T. Denday, his remains having been conveyed to Chester for interment. Messrs. J. W. Hamel, J. M. Lowry, J. B. Magill and R. M. Vaughan, accompanied the remains as representatives of the Kershaw Knights of Pythias lodge, of which he was a member. He was 38 years old and leaves a wife, who was Miss Annie Hamilton of Chester, and one child. (The State - January 20, 1906) W. E. Johnson, Sr. Death of One of Kershaw's Oldest and Most Honored Citizens Mr. W. E. Johnson, Sr., one of the oldest and best known citizens of this city, died at his home in Kirkwood Thursday night, in the 71st year of his age, he having been born in Camden, March 27, 1827. In August, 1894, Mr. Johnson received a stroke of paralysis, and only his indomitable will kept him up after that. Mr. Johnson was married Oct. 11, 1849, to Miss A. A. Cunningham, who with two sons, Messrs. R. C. and W. E. Johnson, Jr., survive him. Few men were better known than Mr. Johnson, and linked to him were scores of friends. As a soldier in the late war, he was among the bravest of the brave. He first volunteered in Capt. W. M. Shannon's company, The Kirkwood Rangers, where he served for some time as a non-commissioned officer. At the reorganization, he with Col. E. M. Boykin and others returned home, when Col. Boykin organized another company, known as the Wateree Mounted Riflemen, in which Mr. Johnson was made a lieutenant. After some service on the coast they were ordered to Virginia, where he served with his company with gallantry until captured. After his capture he, with other prisoners, were sent down and placed under the fire of the Confederate batteries in the harbor of Charleston, in retaliation for an imaginary office, and was kept there for some time. He was held a prisoner until the close of the war. Mr. Johnson was elected a member of the board of county commissioners, some years ago, and always held himself ready to perform his full duty as a citizen int the various walks of life. To the bereaved family the sympathy of our entire community is extended. The funeral services took place from Gance Episcopal church at 5 o'clock Friday evening, and were conducted by the Rev. John Kershaw. The following gentlemen acted as pallbearers: active - Mr. J. C. Shannon, Jr., Capt. W. M. Shannon, Messrs. J. D. Deas, S. L. Lang, A. J. Boykin, J. D. McDowell, L. W. Boykin, and J. R. DeLoache. Honorary - Col. E. B. Cantey, Messrs. T. J. Ancrum, Allen Deas, A. D. Kennedy, Capt. W. A. Ancrum, H. C. Salmond and Maj. E. E. Sill. (The State - May 13, 1897) Major Thomas Jones Wooten Major Thomas Jones Wooten died at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. D.O. Houser, on North Fair Street early Monday morning after a prolonged illness. Major Wooten was not a native of Camden, but had resided here since 1918 where he made many friends in his adopted home. He was 83 years of age, being born October 19, 1840 in Bladen County, N.C., the son of Richard LaFayette Wooten and Eliza Williams Wooten. He married March 3,1870,to Carmie McNair and to this union were born F.M. Wooten, E.L. Wooten, W.L. Wooten and Mrs. D.O. Houser, all of Camden; Mrs. O.F. Smith of Scotland Neck, N.C.; and Mrs. S.B. McLean of Charlotte, N.C.,all of whom survive him. He moved from Scotland Neck to Maxton in 1893 and then to Camden in the fall of 1918 where he made his home with his children. In early life young Wooten entered the Confederate Army and had quite an interesting war record where his ability as a leader of men gained him the title of Major. His band of sharpshooters of Lane's Brigade received the compliments of General Lee on their conduct on the field. He served as a member of the general assembly of North Carolina for two terms, beginning in 1889. The body was carried by motor hearse to Maxton, his old home, Tuesday morning where the funeral was held the same afternoon at four o'clock. Members of the family and Messrs. J.S. Lindsay, W.L. DePass, C.P. DuBose and H.L. Richey accompanied the body and served as pallbearers from this city. Others serving as pallbearers here but who did not accompany the body were Messrs Leroy S.Davidson, R.E. Stevenson, W.E.Johnson, Jr. and D.M. Jones. (Camden Chronicle, November 30, 1923) May 25th, in Kershaw District, near Flat Rock, Mr. William Wilson, aged about 65 years. (The Charleston Mercury June 7, 1859) William Wilson Love Camden, Dec. 2 - The following is taken from a Palestine, Texas, paper and will be of interest to many of the older citizens: "Last night at 9:30 death claimed William Wilson Love (Dad Love, as he was affectionately known by every one). The funeral services will take place from the residence, 925 North Jackson street, Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, interment in East Hill cemetery. Dad Love was 72 years of age, and had been a resident of Palestine since 1886, coming to Palestine on the 19th day of December. He went to work for the I. and G. N. Railway company, first in the shops and then as fireman. He was one of the company's veteran engineers when stricken and was at work on his engine at the time. His affliction started with partial paralysis, and his condition was critical from the first. He was immediately removed to railroad hospital, where he received every attention, and where he died. Dad Love was one of those lovable characters, always kind and considerate, Christian and a consistent church member, being a member of the Methodist church. He had reared a large family of sons and daughters, to keep and honor his name. Surviving are his widow, Louis Enz of Houston, D. B. Lloyd of Fort Worth, and sons, Hunter, Sid, Thurlow and James. Decendent had been a Mason since 1876, joining at Camden, S.C., the Kershaw lodge, No. 20." (The State December 3, 1919) Fairfax, Dec. 2 - William Hollie, son of Josiah Loadholdt, died at his home Sunday afternoon, November 23. Many relatives and friends mourn his death. (The State December 3, 1919) Died, at Camden, on the 23d ult. John Adamson, Esq a much respected, and very old inhabitant of that place. (Charleston Courier June 5, 1816) Paul Schenk Camden, Nov. 13 - Paul Schenk of Camden died today at a hospital in Baltimore, aged 20. His death was due to heart disease, from which he had suffered for some time. His mother and uncle were with him at the time of his death. Mr. Schenk, who was graduated from Davidson college last year, had a brilliant record in his studies and other intellectual activities of college. He was editor in chief of the Davidson annual last year. Mr. Schenk's parents, and several brothers survive him. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made. ( The State November 14, 1912)  Mrs. C. H. TURKETT - Kershaw Native Dies At Newberry, Funeral Held Today Newberry - Jan. 18 - Mrs. Nancy Ellisor Turkett, 74, died late Monday night at her home on Vincent Street after an illness of several months. She was a native of Kershaw County, but had made her home in Newberry for thirteen years. Surviving are her husband, Cleveland Turkett; two sisters, Mrs. Sallie Dennis of Columbia and Mrs. Rose Ann Rush of Blaney; a brother, Henry Coleman of Columbia, six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 12 o’clock Wednesday afternoon from the Speer Creek Baptist church near Pontiac with the Rev. J. Aubrey Estes officiating assisted by the Rev. Carl Benton. The body will remain at the McSwain Funeral home until 12 o’clock Wednesday. (The State - January 19, 1944)  D. Witherspoon, Sr., Dead Body Will Be Taken to Camden This Afternoon D. Witherspoon, Sr., of this city died at his home, 916 Third Street, yesterday afternoon at 5 o'clock after a brief illness. He was 66 years of age. The body will be taken to Camden, the former home of the deceased, for interment this afternoon at 4 o'clock. Mr. Witherspoon is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mamie Witherspoon, and two sons: David, employed by the Postal Telegraph Company of this city, and John Knox, by the Southern Railway. Mr. Witherspoon came to this city from Camden abut five years ago, and has lived here since that time. About two years go he went to Hopewell, Va., where he was employed in the ammunition plants, returning to this city about a year ago. The body will be taken to Camden this afternoon for interment at his old home. pg. 6 Died – Witherspoon, Mr. David Brainard Witherspoon in columbia, S.C., Monday afternoon at 5 o'clock. Interment will be at Camden, S.C., funeral services being conducted at the cemetery on arrival of the afternoon train Tuesday afternoon. (The State February 26, 1918) Mrs. John T. Nettles Camden, Feb. 16 – The remains of Mrs. John T. Nettles, Sr., who died from injuries in an automobile accident at Clearwater, Fla., Wednesday night, will arrive in Camden Friday night and the funeral will be held from the Baptist church of Camden Saturday morning at 11 o'clock. (The State – February 17, 1922) BACK © all rights reserved to the original submitter