2009 Archives - ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ http://www.coker.edu/class-years/2009/ ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ is a private university in Hartsville, South Carolina. Fri, 16 May 2025 15:04:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2 /wp-content/uploads/2023/08/cropped-Coker-University-nowords-32x32.png 2009 Archives - ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ http://www.coker.edu/class-years/2009/ 32 32 Delvin Lynette Alston /alumnus-update/delvin-lynette-alston/ Fri, 16 May 2025 15:04:59 +0000 /?post_type=coker_alumnus_news&p=51650 Delvin Lynette Alston 41 of Columbia, SC formerly of Darlington, SC died January 18,2020. Funeral service will be Friday, January 24,2020 1:00 p.m. at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Dr. Cecil L. Bromell officiating. The family is receiving friends at 4403 Hoffmeyer Rd Darlington, SC 29532 Public viewing will be 1-8 Thursday January 23,2020 at Kistler- […]

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Delvin Lynette Alston 41 of Columbia, SC formerly of Darlington, SC died January 18,2020. Funeral service will be Friday, January 24,2020 1:00 p.m. at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Dr. Cecil L. Bromell officiating. The family is receiving friends at 4403 Hoffmeyer Rd Darlington, SC 29532 Public viewing will be 1-8 Thursday January 23,2020 at Kistler- Hardee Funeral Home Ms. Delvin Lynette Alston, daughter of Marie Sansbury Alston and the late David Abron Alston, was born August 10, 1978 in Florence, SC. She departed this earthly life on January 18, 2020. Delvin was a scholar of Darlington County School District and a member of the first class to graduate from Darlington High School in 1996. She touched the lives of many of her peers while she was there. Delvin accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age. Later she joined and was baptized at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church and was an active member until she moved away. Her passion for children and the youth led her to be a very dedicated volunteer instructor for Macedonia Life Skills Center. Delvin was a very vibrant, generous and loving individual. She never met a stranger and was always open to helping in any capacity. She embraced life with her beautiful smile, a positive outlook, joy, happiness and appreciation for every day. Delvin loved to travel and live life without limitations. Delvin went on to further her education by earning an Associates Degree in Human Services from Florence-Darlington Technical College. She earned a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Psychology from Coker College (now ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ). She also obtained a Master of Science Degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. She was employed by Richland County CASA as a Case Coordinator and as a Licensed Counselor for the Youth Advocacy Program. Delvin was blessed to experience a life that many people only dream of having. Often times she would say, “Someday everything will make sense so for now, laugh at the confusion, smile through the tears, and keep reminding yourself that everything happens for a reason.” Delvin was preceded in death by her father: David Abron Alston, her nephew: Dakari Stewart, and her maternal grandmother: Dora White Sansbury Black. Delvin leaves to cherish fond memories: her son, Savon Delvontae Hart; her mother, Marie Sansbury Alston; her siblings Deitra (William) Stewart; David Alston, Jr, Dion Alston, and Shedrick Haney; honorary daughter, Rocky Cruz; honorary father Lamias Lamar Muldrow; special sisters, Teva Alston and Orrie(Charles) Roberson; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, god children and bonus relatives Memorials may be made to Richland County CASA Foundation, rccasafoundation. Org. Previous Events Celebration of Life JAN 24. 1:00 PM (ET) Macedonia Baptist Church Darlington, SC

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Jeremy Wayne Isom /alumnus-update/jeremy-wayne-isom/ Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:49:37 +0000 /?post_type=coker_alumnus_news&p=50266 It is with heavy hearts that the family and friends of Jeremy Wayne Isom, 41, announce his death.ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ¨ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ¨Born in Honolulu, HI, Jeremy lived in many locations during his childhood due to his father being in the US Army. He also spent his early years with his mother in Alabama. In 1991, he moved to St. […]

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It is with heavy hearts that the family and friends of Jeremy Wayne Isom, 41, announce his death.ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ¨ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ¨Born in Honolulu, HI, Jeremy lived in many locations during his childhood due to his father being in the US Army. He also spent his early years with his mother in Alabama. In 1991, he moved to St. Louis, MO, to be part of his fatherºìÌÒÊÓÆµ™s family. In 1995, the family moved to Hartsville, where Jeremy attended Hartsville Junior High, Mayo Magnet School, and graduated from Hartsville High School in 2001.

That following fall, Jeremy attended Mercer University in Macon, GA, where he joined the Kappa Alpha fraternity. He later moved back to Hartsville where he finished his degree in business from ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ.

A natural athlete, Jeremy, from a very young age, loved and excelled in sports. He swam in various swim teams, both summer and year-round, as a youngster and loved to dive competitively. He played tennis and was introduced to baseball, his favorite sport. Starting at the age of 7, he was on a number of Little League baseball teams, and when moving to Hartsville joined the Northern League Dixie Youth baseball program, where he was selected to the all-star team. This team of 13/14-year-olds went on to win the Dixie Boys World Series in Atlanta.

He played on the Junior Varsity and Senior Varsity Baseball Teams, as well as played Legion Baseball and was on many travel baseball teams. He received various awards and honors for his baseball achievements but enjoyed his fellow teammates and loved each and every one of them.ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ¨ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ¨Jeremy loved snowboarding, snow skiing, water skiing, and any pick-up basketball game that came along. He loved fishing and hiking and the Atlanta Braves, The Dallas Cowboys and the Denver Broncos. Fantasy football was a hobby of his. But his favorite sport in later years was golf. He played extensively at Hartsville Country Club and various courses around the state. He loved team play and valued his friendships on the course and the challenge and physicality of golf.ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ¨ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ¨Following college, Jeremy worked in the insurance industry with AAA and later moved to Charleston, where he worked as a bartender and a manager at a number of restaurants. He moved to Anderson and joined Horace Mann in 2023.

Known for his wonderful smile and deep blue eyes, Jeremy always had fun and had many friends. He loved his family deeply and cared deeply for his friends. He had been a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hartsville.

Jeremy is survived by his mother, Dana Lyons (James) of Boulder, CO; his half-brother, Tyler Lyons (Julie); his father, Robert Clay Isom of Anderson, SC; his stepmother, Mellany Ann Faes of Hartsville, SC; his stepbrother and best friend, William David Jones of St. Louis, MO; his nephew, Liam; He also leaves behind his dear friend Nic Ison and a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the Northern League Baseball of Hartsville, SC, in care of Dixie Boys Baseball-Jeremy Isom, P.O. Box 853 Hartsville, SC 29551, or First Presbyterian Church of Hartsville, 213 West Home Ave, Hartsville, SC 29550.

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Jason Crist /alumnus-update/jason-crist/ Fri, 25 Oct 2019 15:18:24 +0000 https://live-coker-edu.pantheonsite.io/?post_type=coker_alumnus_news&p=12381 The post Jason Crist appeared first on ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ.

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Jason Christ /alumnus-update/jason-christ/ Tue, 22 Oct 2019 13:43:37 +0000 https://live-coker-edu.pantheonsite.io/?post_type=coker_alumnus_news&p=13612 Tiffany & Jason Christ (Class of ’09) welcomed their first son, Atlas, on October 22, 2019.

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Tiffany & Jason Christ (Class of ’09) welcomed their first son, Atlas, on October 22, 2019.

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Michele Burnham Edenfield /alumnus-update/michele-burnham-edenfield/ Mon, 30 Sep 2019 17:23:35 +0000 https://live-coker-edu.pantheonsite.io/?post_type=coker_alumnus_news&p=12059 The post Michele Burnham Edenfield appeared first on ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ.

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Cody Smith /alumnus-update/cody-smith/ Wed, 14 Aug 2019 20:23:20 +0000 https://live-coker-edu.pantheonsite.io/?post_type=coker_alumnus_news&p=11094 The post Cody Smith appeared first on ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ.

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Rebecca Shane Boggs /alumnus-update/rebecca-shane-boggs/ Wed, 14 Aug 2019 19:01:14 +0000 https://live-coker-edu.pantheonsite.io/?post_type=coker_alumnus_news&p=11093 Marcel Boggs, 53, of Florence passed away on 07/31/2019. He was born in Mullins, SC to Linda (Floyd) Boggs and the late Mancel Boggs, Sr. Marcel served in the U.S. Army for two years. Upon his return, he attended Francis Marion University where he played basketball. Known as the “big man on campus”, Marcel was […]

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Marcel Boggs, 53, of Florence passed away on 07/31/2019. He was born in Mullins, SC to Linda (Floyd) Boggs and the late Mancel Boggs, Sr. Marcel served in the U.S. Army for two years. Upon his return, he attended Francis Marion University where he played basketball. Known as the “big man on campus”, Marcel was an integral part of the 1990 team that went to the NAIA Men’s National Basketball Championship Tournament. After a successful college career, Marcel played one season of Professional Basketball in Belgium. Upon his return, Marcel and his wife began raising their beautiful family together. He later attended school at night to complete his college degree. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Coker College. He was a teacher and a coach before his health declined. Marcel loved his students and athletes and believed in building a strong foundation in learning the basics in life and sports. His impact on others has created an everlasting memory for those that knew him. For 20 years, he worked with the Pepsi Carolina Classic as the announcer, earning him recognition as the “Voice of the Classic”. However, Marcel is best known for his singing. He was an extremely gifted singer and musician, using his talents to bring joy to those who heard him. Marcel loved the Lord and was humbled by the many miracles God performed in his life. It is that living testimony that will continue to bring glory to God forever. Marcel is survived by his wife, Becky (Shane) Boggs, son Richard Boggs of Montana, two daughters, Caitlyn (Boggs) Harris and Emily Boggs, a granddaughter, Audrey Harris, all of Florence. He is also survived by his mother, brother Rickey (Rockie Lynn) Boggs of Ohio and a sister Mishelle Harvey of Chapin and his Uncle Allen (Dawn) Floyd of Mullins, and a multitude of nieces, nephews, cousins, and “adopted” children. A church-led Celebration of Life will be held at Lebanon Church located at 7005 Friendfield Road, Effingham, SC on Monday, August 5 at 11am. Visitation will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Lebanon Church or the Boys & Girls Club of Florence in Marcel’s memory.

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Blake Terrell /alumnus-update/blake-terrell/ Mon, 11 Feb 2019 20:50:57 +0000 https://live-coker-edu.pantheonsite.io/?post_type=coker_alumnus_news&p=6409 The post Blake Terrell appeared first on ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ.

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Shannon Townley Prather /alumnus-update/shannon-townley-prather/ Tue, 03 Jul 2018 07:57:38 +0000 https://cokercollege.wpengine.com/?post_type=coker_alumnus_news&p=3216 Rosalind Elizabeth Prather was born on August 28, 2017 to Nathan and Shannon Prather.

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Rosalind Elizabeth Prather was born on August 28, 2017 to Nathan and Shannon Prather.

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Nick Pierce /alumnus-update/nick-pierce/ Mon, 02 Jul 2018 12:40:23 +0000 https://cokercollege.wpengine.com/?post_type=coker_alumnus_news&p=3147 Benjamin Allen Pierce was born August 11, 2015.

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Benjamin Allen Pierce was born August 11, 2015.

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