Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home of Columbia Obituaries

About Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home

Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home, located at 2930 Colonial Drive, Columbia, SC, 29203, has been a pillar of the community for many years, providing compassionate and professional funeral services to families in their time of need. With a long history of dedication and commitment to excellence, this funeral home has earned a reputation as one of the most trusted and respected in the area.

A Legacy of Compassionate Care

At Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home, the staff understands that losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences a person can face. That's why they are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to each family they serve. From the initial consultation to the final farewell, their team of experienced professionals will guide you through every step of the funeral planning process with kindness, empathy, and understanding.

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Michael Kennedy - October 20, 1959 - April 30, 2024

Departed: 04/30/2024 (Columbia)

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Ora Floyd Richardson - November 17, 1936 - April 29, 2024

Departed: 04/29/2024 (Columbia)

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George Griffin - July 24, 1954 - April 29, 2024

Departed: 04/29/2024 (Columbia)

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Linda B. Sanders - July 18, 1954 - April 28, 2024

Departed: 04/28/2024 (Columbia)

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Terry D. Parks - December 03, 1961 - April 26, 2024

Departed: 04/26/2024 (Columbia)

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Bostick_Tompkins Funeral Home - Unknown - April 25, 2024

Departed: 04/25/2024 (Columbia)

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Sharon D. Mack-Brown - August 16, 1964 - April 25, 2024

Departed: 04/25/2024 (Columbia)

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Maggie J. Jefferson - September 01, 1928 - April 25, 2024

Departed: 04/25/2024 (Columbia)

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Antoinette Lockhart-Williams - October 12, 1957 - April 24, 2024

Departed: 04/24/2024 (Columbia)

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Vernon Chappell - May 28, 1966 - April 23, 2024

Departed: 04/23/2024 (Columbia)

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Janice Renee Brown - October 06, 1961 - April 21, 2024

Departed: 04/21/2024 (Columbia)

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Calvin J. Brice, Sr. - December 25, 1951 - April 21, 2024

Departed: 04/21/2024 (Columbia)

Obituary Preview: Calvin James Brice, Sr., was born Christmas Day, December 25, 1951, in Baltimore, Maryland. He was the beloved son of Lila M. Robertson Brice and the late Reverend James Brice, Sr.  On Sunday Morning, April 21, 2024, at his residence, he quietly went home to be with the Lord.

Calvin was educated in the public schools of Fairfield and Richland County and was a graduated of C. A. Johnson High School.  After graduation he was united in Holy Matrimony to the love of his life the former Frances Jeanette Lydia Doctor, and to their union two wonderful sons were born, Calvin, Jr., and Andre.

Calvin was first employed with the South Carolina Department of Mental Health at Craft Farrow Hospital as a Mental Health Specialist.  He was later employed with the City of Fairfield County from which he retired after many years of dedicated service.  Because he enjoyed the outdoors, he went into lawn service, where he worked with Lawson Lawn and enjoyed every moment. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, dancing, and the outdoors.  Though he is no longer physically with us, his loving and kind spirit will forever live in the hearts and lives of all of those who loved and knew him.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Frances Jeanette Lydia Doctor Brice.

Those who will forever cherish Calvin’s fond and precious memories are his sons, Calvin James (Alicia) Brice, Jr., and Andre Jerome (Crystal) Brice both of Columbia, SC; stepchildren, Tabitha (Coby) Rivers, Johnathan Brice, and Arthur Brice; eleven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren;  his loving mother, Lila M. Robertson Brice; his loving sister, Barbara Ann Brice Doctor; caring mother-in-law, Bernice Doctor; brothers-in-law, Roosevelt Doctor Frankie L. Doctor, and Bernard Doctor; sisters-in-law, Wygeana McQueen, and  Lita Doctor; uncle, Leroy Robertson; aunts, Queen P. Nelson and Masie Boyd; best friend, Steve Lawson; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and other loving relatives, and dear friends, all of whom will dearly miss him.

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Irvin Tyrone Powell - May 19, 1952 - April 19, 2024

Departed: 04/19/2024 (Columbia)

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Earline Johnson Bethea - November 13, 1933 - April 19, 2024

Departed: 04/19/2024 (Columbia)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Earline Johnson Bethea was born November 13, 1933, in Columbia, South Carolina, the beloved daughter of the late Nelson and Ethel Moore Johnson. She departed this earthly life on Friday, April 19, 2024, in Columbia, South Carolina.

She attended the public schools of Richland County, South Carolina, and was a graduate of Booker T Washington High School. She was employed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Mental Health discipline until her retirement.

Earline was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.  Though she is no longer physically with us, her loving and kind spirit will forever live in the hearts and lives of all those who loved and knew her.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Bethea was preceded in death by husband, Ben Bethea; and her siblings, Nelson Johnson Jr., Willie Johnson, Samuel Johnson, Annie M. Suber, Mary E. Brown, Lucy Cochran, and Catherine Richardson.

She leaves to cherish her memory her two daughters, Virginia McLeod  and Doris Foster, both of Columbia, SC; two sons, Carl Johnson of Columbia, SC, and Ralph Haile of Elgin, SC; three sisters, Cassie M. Spell, Helen Huiett, and Geneva Washington, all of Columbia, SC; one brother, Leon Johnson of Columbia, SC; her grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of other loving relatives and caring friends, all of whom will miss her dearly.

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Harold Bernard Williams - October 10, 1950 - April 19, 2024

Departed: 04/19/2024 (Columbia)

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Margaret (Barbara) Hendrix - November 04, 1936 - April 18, 2024

Departed: 04/18/2024 (Columbia)

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Bobby R. Herrin - July 04, 1941 - April 18, 2024

Departed: 04/18/2024 (Columbia)

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Oji Trevon Mitchell - July 21, 1990 - April 18, 2024

Departed: 04/18/2024 (Columbia)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Oji Trevon Mitchell.

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Timothy R. Holmes - July 13, 1965 - April 18, 2024

Departed: 04/18/2024 (Columbia)

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Ernest Richardson, Jr. - June 25, 1951 - April 16, 2024

Departed: 04/16/2024 (Columbia)

Obituary Preview: Ernest Richardson Jr., known affectionately as "Duck,' of  Columbia, SC, passed away on April 16,2024, at the age of  72, He was born on June 25, 1951,in Richland County,  South Carolina. Ernest was a hard worker who was dedicated to his family.  He had a successful career in dry wall finishing and found  joy in his hobbies of fishing, playing cards, and telling  fishing stories

He is survived by his loving son, Antonio Richardson of  Columbia, SC; his daughter, Denisetra Richardson of  Staten Island, NY; his sisters, Barbara Johnson of  Columbia, SC, Geraldine Wider of Hopkins, SC, and Janice  Dukes of Lexington, SC; his brothers, Odell and Stanley  Richardson of Newark, NJ, Raymond and Steven  Richardson of Columbia, SC; and his grandchildren, 'Tiaucia, Dallas, Jamal Jr., Justin, Janae, Tamara, Kiana, Khloe, and Antonio Jr. and nieces and nephews.

Ernest was preceded in death by his loving wife, Sheryl; his father, Ernest Richardson (Maxine); his mother, Jessie  Mae Richardson; his brother, Johnny Lee Richardson; and  his brother-in-law, John Johnson.

Duck will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

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Zyleel Acyris Strother - April 15, 2024 - April 16, 2024

Departed: 04/16/2024 (Columbia)

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Mary M. Benjamin - September 09, 1931 - April 15, 2024

Departed: 04/15/2024 (Columbia)

Obituary Preview: Mary Murphy Benjamin was born September 9, 1931, in Bishopville, South Carolina, the beloved daughter of the late Jeff, Sr. and Janie Bradshaw Murphy.  She departed this life for eternal life with the Lord on Monday, April 15, 2024, at MUSC Northeast, in Columbia South Carolina.

Mary was educated in the public schools of Lee County.  She was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Eugene Benjamin, Sr., on July 6, 1950.  The two shared a life of love, and devotion to each other until he went home to be with the Lord in 2020.

She was employed with Fort Jackson Army Base as a short order cook for many years.  She also enjoyed a home daycare where she cared for little ones lovingly for many years.

Mrs. Benjamin was a faithful member of Reid Chapel AME Church, and an affiliated member of Shady Grove AME Church.  During her tenure she served as a devoted Steward, Stewardess, and as a member of the Jubilee Choir.

She was  a loving and caring mother, grandmother, aunt, who enjoyed puzzles, knitting spreads, sewing, gardening.  She will be missed by all those whose lives she so lovingly touched.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by her siblings.

Those who are cherishing fond and precious memories are her seven loving children, Dora Jones, Rev. Janie ( James) Williams, Eugene (Gwenevere) Benjamin, Jr., Cynthia Benjamin, Marilyn (Benjamin) Fleming, Mary Benjamin-Felder (William), and Randy Benjamin; a special granddaughter, Kayla Benjamin of the home; seventeen (17) grandchildren; twenty (20) great-grandchildren; a host of nephews, nieces and other loving relatives and dear friends, all of whom will dearly miss her.

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Willie Mae Kirby - May 25, 1946 - April 14, 2024

Departed: 04/14/2024 (Columbia)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Willie Mae Kirby.

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Rosie Bell Brown - May 09, 1927 - April 14, 2024

Departed: 04/14/2024 (Columbia)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Rosie Bell Brown was born May 9, 1927, the daughter of the late Lee Hampton and Julia Bell Mack.  Affectionately known as “Ro Bell” to  family and friends, Rosie was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

Rosie was a member of New Samaritan Baptist Church for many years. She had a tremendous love for people and a heart for children.  She cared and was so tender-hearted to  EVERYONE that crossed her path.  She always greeted everyone with smiles, hugs, and kisses.  Her radiant personality is one that will be missed. Her kindness knew no bounds.  She touched the lives of so many with her gentle spirit and her legacy of love will forever live on.  In her presence, one felt truly cared for because she had a heart of gold that shone brightly, and her grace and compassion were unmatched.

Rosie was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend whose gentle spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.  Her selfless acts of kindness, tender-hearted nature and radiant smile left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her. Rosie will be remembered for her nurturing presence, her grace in all circumstances and her ability to make everyone feel special and valued.  Her legacy of love and empathy will continue to inspire us all.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death  by her three daughters, Deborah Regina Brown-Baskett, Geneva Brown, and Jeanette Brown.

Mrs. Rose Bell Brown leaves to cherish her precious memories are her four surviving children, Margaret Means, Charles Brown, Jr., Betty Shelton, and Juanita Lloyd Stanton; sister, Earnestine Garvin; a host  grandchildren, great-grands, cousins, other loving relatives and dear friends, all of whom will miss her dearly.

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Barbara Miller - January 25, 1956 - April 13, 2024

Departed: 04/13/2024 (Columbia)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Barbara Miller.

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Funeral Services Offered

Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home offers a wide range of funeral services to meet the unique needs and preferences of each family. These services include traditional funerals, cremations, memorial services, and graveside ceremonies. Their experienced staff will work closely with you to create a personalized tribute that honors your loved one's life and legacy.

Cremation Services

In addition to traditional funeral services, Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home also provides cremation services for those who prefer this option. Their state-of-the-art crematory ensures that your loved one is treated with dignity and respect throughout the cremation process. They offer a variety of cremation packages to fit your needs and budget, including direct cremation, cremation with memorial service, and cremation with traditional funeral service.

Facilities and Amenities

The facilities at Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home are designed to provide a comfortable and peaceful atmosphere for families to gather and celebrate the life of their loved one. The funeral home features spacious visitation rooms, a chapel for services, and ample parking for guests. They also offer a variety of amenities, including audio-visual equipment for memorial tributes, catering services for receptions, and online obituaries and condolences.

Pre-Planning Options

Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home understands that pre-planning can be an important part of ensuring that your final wishes are carried out. That's why they offer pre-planning options for those who want to plan ahead. By making arrangements in advance, you can spare your loved ones from having to make difficult decisions during a difficult time. Their experienced staff will guide you through the pre-planning process and help you create a personalized plan that reflects your unique needs and preferences.

Community Involvement

Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home is deeply committed to giving back to the community they serve. They participate in various local events and charities throughout the year, including fundraising campaigns for cancer research, food drives for the hungry, and educational programs for bereaved families. By supporting these initiatives, they demonstrate their dedication to improving the lives of those around them.

Contact Information

If you're looking for a funeral home that truly cares about you and your family, look no further than Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home. To learn more about their services or to schedule a consultation, please don't hesitate to contact them at (phone number) or visit their website at (website URL). You can also stop by their location at 2930 Colonial Drive, Columbia, SC, 29203, to speak with one of their friendly staff members.

A Message from the Staff

"At Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home, we believe that every life is precious and deserves to be celebrated with dignity and respect. We're honored to serve our community and provide compassionate care to those who need it most. Whether you're planning ahead or facing an unexpected loss, we're here to support you every step of the way."

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It is usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and acquaintances of the person's passing.

What is the purpose of an obituary?

The primary purpose of an obituary is to share the news of a person's death with others, providing essential details about their life and legacy. It also serves as a way to honor and celebrate the deceased person's life, while offering condolences to their loved ones.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, an obituary is written by a family member or close friend of the deceased person. In some cases, a funeral home or mortuary may assist with writing the obituary or provide a template for the family to complete.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A standard obituary usually includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, interests, and surviving family members. It may also include information about the funeral or memorial service, as well as any charitable donations or special requests.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from 100 to 500 words. Online obituaries may allow for longer tributes or stories.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's death, usually including only the essential details such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary, on the other hand, provides more extensive information about the person's life and legacy.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it is possible to write your own obituary in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise, allowing you to reflect on your life and achievements. However, it's essential to keep in mind that your loved ones may still need to add or modify information after your passing.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and guidelines. They may require specific information or formatting for publication.

Can I publish an obituary online?

Yes, many online platforms and funeral home websites allow you to publish an obituary. These digital obituaries can be shared easily with friends and family across different locations.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the newspaper or online platform. Some publications may charge by the word or line, while others offer package deals or free services.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can help personalize the tribute and make it more meaningful.

How do I find an old obituary?

You can try searching online archives of newspapers or genealogy websites. Local libraries or historical societies may also have access to archived newspapers or records.

Can I edit an already published obituary?

In most cases, it's not possible to make changes to a published obituary in print. However, online obituaries may allow for corrections or updates.

How long are obituaries kept online?

The duration that an online obituary remains available varies depending on the platform or website. Some may keep them indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period.

What is a living obituary?

A living obituary is a biographical sketch written about someone who is still alive. It's often used as a way to celebrate a person's life achievements and milestones while they are still with us.

Can I write an anonymous obituary?

In general, it's not recommended to write an anonymous obituary. Obituaries are meant to be a public tribute to the deceased person, and anonymity may raise questions about authenticity.

How do I handle errors in an already published obituary?

Contact the publication or platform where the obituary was published and report the error. They will likely correct it as soon as possible.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Yes, humor can be an appropriate way to celebrate the deceased person's personality and spirit. However, be mindful of the tone and audience when adding humorous elements.

What is the role of social media in sharing obituaries?

Social media platforms have made it easier to share news of a person's passing and connect with others who are grieving. Many funeral homes and online platforms also offer social media sharing options for obituaries.

Can I create a video obituary?

Yes, video tributes are becoming increasingly popular as a way to celebrate a person's life. You can create a video using photos, music, and narration to share with friends and family.

How do I request donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary?

You can simply state In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to [charity name] in the obituary text. This allows mourners to contribute to a meaningful cause in memory of the deceased person.

Can I include quotes or poems in an obituary?

Yes, quotes or poems can add depth and meaning to an obituary. Choose something that resonates with the deceased person's personality or values.

What is the significance of listing survivors in an obituary?