Lane, SC
Alice Witherspoon Montgomery Singleton, the daughter of the late Willie Witherspoon and Sophie Gibson Witherspoon was born August 23, 1938 in Manning, South Carolina. She departed this life Monday, June 12, 2023 at McLeod Hospice House, Florence, South Carolina. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Leon Whack, James Edward, John Allen (Bubba) and Melvin Witherspoon.
She received her formal education in the public schools of Clarendon County.
Alice accepted Jesus Christ at an early age. She became a member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church in 1962 where she served as a Deaconess, Sunday School Teacher, The Missionary Society and Usher Board.
She was employed by and retired from the Wise Company in Greeleyville, South Carolina after 27 years.
In 1962, Alice was joined in holy matrimony to the late Frank LJ Montgomery for twenty-four years and this union was blessed with three sons, two daughters and a step-son that preceded her in death, Larry Nelson. In 1991, Alice and the late Eugene Singleton were joined in holy matrimony for twenty years and she welcomed his 3 children as her own.
Alice is survived by 5 children: Jake (Glenda) Witherspoon, Macomb, MI, Pastor Wayne (Louise) Montgomery of the home, Rosa Virginia (Ernest) McCrea, Columbia, SC, Emma Ruth (Ralph) Maloney, Florence, SC and James Richard (Mary) Montgomery, Greeleyville, SC; three step-children, Deborah Singleton, Norris Singleton and Kathy Keeno all of Bowie, MD; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-six great grandchildren; seven great, great grandchildren; brothers and sisters: Amelia Holladay, Miami, FL, Almeta Witherspoon, Manning, SC, Ester Montgomery, Greeleyville, SC, Wilbert (Harriet) Witherspoon, Talbots, NC, Richard (Tabbie) Witherspoon and Evangelist Clara (Johnny) Hilton both of Manning, SC, Marvin (Penny) Witherspoon, Sumter, SC and Leroy (Trudy) Witherspoon, Manning, SC; sisters-in-law, Evangelist Shirley Jackson, Lane, SC, Barbara Singleton, Brooklyn, NY, Catherine Thompson, Spartanburg, SC; brothers-in-law, James Johnson, Kingstree, SC, Elder Jerry Witherspoon, Hartsville, SC, John (Reverend Rosa) Fulton and Thomas (Leatha) Fulton both of Manning, SC, Josh (Mary) Singleton, Greenville, SC, William (Patricia) Richburg, Valdosta, GA, Obie (Bernadette) Singleton, Manning,SC; one aunt, Pollie Gibson Miller, Manning, SC; a close friend, Pearl Murray, Lane, SC; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Public viewing will be held 2:00 PM til 6:00 PM Saturday, June 17, 2023 at Hayes F.Samuels Sr., Memorial Chapel, 114 N. Church St., Manning, SC.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM, Sunday, June 18, 2023 at St. John Baptist Church, Greeleyville, SC. Burial will follow in the St. Matthews Cemetery, Kingstree Hwy, Manning, SC.
The family is receiving friends 11:30 AM til 8:00 PM daily at the home of her son and daughter-in-law Rev. Wayne and Louise Montgomery, 235 S. Lane Rd, Lane, SC.
Eternal Peace Basket was sent for Alice Witherspoon Montgomery Singleton - June 16, 2023
Jacqueline Holladay sent Pink Tribute Spray for Alice Witherspoon Montgomery Singleton - June 16, 2023
To the family of our Beloved Aunt Alice, although we are far away, we will keep you in our thoughts and in our hearts today and always. We pray for your strength and peace. Love, The Holladay Family
Stately Croton was sent for Alice Witherspoon Montgomery Singleton - June 16, 2023
Deborah Singleton sent Sympathy Spray for Alice Witherspoon Montgomery Singleton - June 16, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers. Alice shared her love, prayers and gave wonderful memories to ALL.
With Love, Deborah, Norris, Kathy Singleton
Donald Scott Gibson sent Beautiful Dreams for Alice Witherspoon Montgomery Singleton - June 15, 2023
From: Donald, Yvonne, Danielle, and Donald Jr Gibson
To Jay and Glenda, sending love and prayers to you and your family upon the loss of your beloved mother. May you find peace and comfort in God's loving arms. Dwayne and Edna White.
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that my family has you in our thoughts and prayers. Sorrowfully, Lossie Matthews & Family
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please know that my family has you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending prayers of comfort and strength to Minister Clara Hilton and family in the transition of your sister and love one. We pray that God will keep you all in the palm of his hand as your keep precious memories in your hearts ❤️ during this time. Apostle Myra Pearson and Jehovah Jireh Outreach Ministries Disciples
OUR THOUGHT AND PRAYER ARE WITH YOU REV DR. fRANKIE D. White and family
To Rosa McCrea and family💔. Elder John and Sister Gail Davis offer our deepest condolences and pray for peace, comfort and strength in the transition of your mother.
Deepest sympathies to yall! Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can't heal! Irene Scarborough from Columbia South Carolina!
To: The Children and Family of the Montgomery-Singleton Family... Dealing with the loss of your mother is going to be most challenging...having to come to terms with the fact that someone you shared your life with is physically no longer around is heartbreaking. I know that Aunt Alice was a God-fearing woman who trusted in his compassion and mercy, and faithfully relied on his WORD. Family, being that one of the most important people in our lives is our mother, they help us to learn, grow and come of age. I know Aunt Alice taught each of you great life lessons like honesty, hard work, faithfulness, respect for others, and confidence to mention just a few...for each of you are wonderful adults. I am going to miss Aunt Alice, and that big affectious smile she shared often with her nieces and nephews, along with that special quiet chuckle...thank you each for sharing her with us. I pray that the memories of how special your mom was will give you some comfort during this challenging time. With much love, Your cousins, Ada and Sam, (Beaufort, SC)
My condolences to you and the family
Father, You said, in St Matthew 5:44 Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Thank you for being the source of comfort. Our prayers are with you. Michael & Rosetta
To the Family You have My Heartfelt Condolences 💐
So sorry for your loss. May God Bless you all during this time of bereavement. You will see her face again some sweet day. From Dorothy Brown-Coles and family of Charlotte NC
My deepest sympathy to you all. So sorry for your loss. May God Bless and keep you all in His Care during this time of bereavement. Better days will come.
To the family God needed another Angel.Look to the Hills where all our help comes from. Momma I will miss you from watching out for me until we meet again Wayne and Louise Love you all.Deloris Brown and family.
From the bigger church family music department will consider our condolences to the family
Please accept our sincere sympathy and condolences during this difficult time. Our prayers and love are always with you and your family. Marguerite Singleton Joe and son, John Joe, III.
To my family our condolences to the family for the passing of a mother, grandmother and great grandmother. We will be in prayers are with you and for you for strength and comfort. Minister Willie L McBride Sr and family.
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