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1924 - 2025 (101 years)| Name | Sarah Witherspoon “Sally” NASH [4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11] | |
| Birth | 10 Feb 1924 | Sumter, Sumter County, South Carolina  |
| Gender | Female | |
| HIST | of Sumter, South Carolina Which daughter married Henry Laurence Bee Ravenel of Charleston? See marriage announcement in 20 Jun 2004, The Item, on page 7B Meet her at Nancy (Singleton) Weinburg’s house on 30 June 2015 SARAH WITHERSPOON NASH WILSON Posted Tuesday, March 4, 2025 11:15 am Sarah Witherspoon Nash Wilson, widow of the late John Snowden Wilson, passed peacefully from this world into the next on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Still Hopes Retirement Community. She was devoted to her Lord and Savior, her family, her friends and her town. In all areas of life, her judgement was sound and unwavering, and she was an inspiration to all who were blessed to have known her. She was born Feb. 10, 1924, in Sumter to the late Shepard Kollock Nash and Nancy Witherspoon McKay Nash. She was a graduate of Edmunds High School and attended Converse College. She was a member of Tri-Delta sorority at University of South Carolina. Following graduation from USC, she served as a Red Cross volunteer nurse at Tuomey Hospital during World War II. Steadfast in her faith, she was an active member of First Presbyterian Church of Sumter, where she was baptized, married in 1946 and taught primary, secondary and adult Sunday School for more than 50 years. She was also a member of Salem Black River Presbyterian Church, serving her beloved “Brick Church” in every capacity. She dedicated herself to the town of Sumter, founding the Daughters Book Club with the late Miss Margaret McElveen and participating as a member of Sumter Art Club, Sumter Drama Club, Sumter Historical Society, Sumter Mental Health Association and Junior Welfare League of Sumter. After the death of her husband, she held leadership positions in educational and business fields in Sumter. After teaching at Alice Drive Junior High School, she, along with many members of the Sumter community, founded Wilson Hall, named for her late husband. The development of this institution dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge was one of the great joys of her life. She was an integral part of the school and remained actively involved until her death. She served on the Board of National Bank of South Carolina, the Board of Tuomey Hospital Foundation, Foundation Board of Sumter County Museum and Advisory Board of Salvation Army. She was chairman of Sumter County Commission for Higher Education, a founding member of the Board of Central Carolina Community Foundation, a member of Appraisers Association of America and co-owner of an antique store, “The Cottage Shop,” with Mrs. Pauline Harritt. She was also a member of The National Society of the Colonial Dames in America in the State of South Carolina and The General Society of Mayflower Descendants. Her commitment to bettering these areas of Sumter is proof of her love for her community, and the relationships she fostered along the way were the gifts of her efforts. She was preceded in death by a brother, Shephard Kollock Nash Jr., and a sister, Nancy Nash Reynolds. She is survived by three daughters, Nancy Nash Wilson of Sumter, Shannon Wilson Ravenel (Hal) of Charleston and Helen Wilson Taylor (Walter) of Columbia; seven grandchildren, Sarah Nash Nettles of Spartanburg, Robert Mason Nettles III (Carrie) of Piedmont, John Snowden Wilson Nettles (Legare) of Charleston, Sarah Ravenel Dollens (Grant) of Charleston, Alicia Ravenel Boyd (Edward) of Charleston, Sarah Taylor Green (Alexander) of Houston, Texas, Elizabeth Haynsworth Taylor of Boston, Massachusetts; and nine great-grandchildren whom she adored. She is also survived by four nieces and nephews, Helen Janes Reynolds of Charleston, William McKenzie Reynolds III (Catherine) of Columbia, Louise Baker Cromer (Jimmy) and Frederick Rutledge Baker III (Beth). She was predeceased by her nephew, Itly Wilson Baker. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Salem Black River Presbyterian Church and will be officiated by The Very Rev. Dr. John MacReadie Barr. A private burial will precede the service. Pallbearers will be Edward Hamilton Boyd IV, William Grant Dollens, Alexander Colgate Green, John Pinckney Harloe III, Shephard Kollock Nash Harloe, Frederick Babcock Moulton, Robert Mason Nettles Jr., John Snowden Wilson Nettles and William McKenzie Reynolds IV. Honorary pallbearers will be William Hammond Bowman III, Robert Newman Boykin Jr., Charles Roland Burns, Frank McKinley Harritt, Samuel Marvin Hunter Jr., Ralph Edwin Lee Jr., James Edgar Mayes Jr., Paul Whitworth Shaw II and Harry Cooper Wilson Jr. Her family wishes to thank Monica Foulkes, Ernestine Davis, Michele Walker, Mary Martin, Lillie Watson, Leslie Brown, Betty Coleman and Jill Lee with Agape Care Group for their tender care and friendship. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wilson Hall, 520 Wilson Hall Road, Sumter, SC 29150, or Salem Black River Presbyterian Church, c/o Mrs. Elizabeth Bevan, 135 North Brick Church Road, Mayesville, SC 29104. Online condolences may be sent to www.sumterfunerals.com. Elmore Hill McCreight Funeral and Crematory, 221 Broad St., Sumter, is in charge of the arrangements, (803) 775-9386. SARAH WITHERSPOON NASH WILSON • 1924 - 2025 Wilson Hall matriarch cherished for service, faith and leadership Posted Wednesday, April 16, 2025 6:00 am BY ALAYSHA MAPLE alaysha@theitem.com Here's the thing about having to describe great people: There will never be enough words to do them justice. And yet, we try. We gather memories like pearls on a string, each one polished with love, in hopes that somehow they might capture a fraction of the life that was lived. This is the case for loved ones of Sarah Witherspoon Nash Wilson - Sally, as she was affectionately known. Born Feb. 10, 1924, in Sumter to the late Shepard Kollock Nash and Nancy Witherspoon McKay Nash, she was a graduate of Edmunds High School and Converse College. After graduating from University of South Carolina, she served as a Red Cross volunteer nurse during World War II. This early chapter of her life quietly highlighted her devotion to education and service and how far both could take you in life. Which is why after teaching at Alice Drive Middle School and the passing of her late husband, John S. Wilson, the namesake for Wilson Hall, she would be the one to bring his idea of a school pillared on diligence and integrity to fruition. Wilson Hall opened in fall 1964 at First Southern Methodist Church with 87 students enrolled in grades first through sixth, according to The Sumter Item archives. "When I drove up to see the doors of Wilson Hall open to the students, I sat in my automobile and sobbed," Wilson told The Item in 2016. "It was not out of sadness but out of a dream that was fulfilled." Today, Wilson Hall is one of the largest private schools in South Carolina, enrolling about 830 students in preschool through 12th grade on a 17-acre campus with six buildings, the school reported. With its expansion, Wilson remained a humble steward in its legacy. "She'd always ask, 'Is there anything I can do?'" recalled former headmaster Fred Moulton. Moulton served as headmaster for 35 years of his 38-year tenure at the school. After assuming the role in 1988, it became tradition at the start and end of each academic year to meet with Wilson to discuss school operations and their legacy. His voice took on a softer tone as he reminisced on how "she'd listen intently" to his plans and would "never blink," ensuring she never missed a moment of his vision or intention. He admired Wilson and her family greatly for how they never intruded on school protocols and procedures, never popped up on campus unannounced, certain of her trust in its administration and academics - rather, she'd accept invitations graciously and always come with an offer to help, one that couldn't be met with a request, only respect. "When you put your name on something, you take the value of what's going on personally. But I've always found that to be remarkable about the Wilson family." Beyond discussing the school, she was a constant among students for some of their biggest moments. Whether it be attending the senior class' last-day lunch to congratulate them on their hard work or presenting the John S. Wilson award at graduation to the school's outstanding senior - the highest honor at the school - it was her "quiet strength," Moulton said, that served as the foundation on which the school's spirit was built. But her devotion extended beyond education. Steadfast in her faith, she was an active member of First Presbyterian Church of Sumter, where she was baptized, married in 1946 and taught primary, secondary and adult Sunday School for more than 50 years. She was also a member of Salem Black River Presbyterian Church, serving her beloved "Brick Church" in every capacity. James Cooper, a long-time friend of Wilson, serves as groundskeeper of the historic church. He and Wilson were responsible for keeping the church property, its cemetery in particular, in tip-top shape. When they weren't managing the grounds, Cooper was ensuring that Wilson received encouraging words and scriptures, sending her daily devotionals for seven years. "Lovely" is how he described Wilson. Her devotion to the church, its congregation and its cemetery shone in how she cared for all aspects with little reservation. Each deserved the best of her, and that's exactly what they got. Which is why when Cooper got the call about preparing the cemetery for his dear friend's homegoing service, he pulled out all the stops for such a "great woman." Wilson dedicated herself to Sumter and South Carolina as a whole across several organizations, just like any "perfect Southern lady" would, from helping found several entities, including Daughters Book Club with the late Miss Margaret McElveen and Central Carolina Community Foundation board, to serving as co-owner of The Cottage Shop with Pauline Harritt and on boards for Sumter County Commission for Higher Education, National Bank of South Carolina, Tuomey Hospital Foundation, Sumter County Museum and Salvation Army. She was also a devoted member of Sumter Art Club, Sumter Drama Club, Sumter Historical Society, Sumter Mental Health Association, Junior Welfare League of Sumter and many more. Her service was purposeful, consistent and deeply personal. Her kindness and generosity impressed upon many the power of quiet leadership - of showing up, over and over again, with heart and humility entering the room before you do. It was the gift that continues to give. The gift that has shaped paths for several. The gift that was one of a kind, treasured by all who knew Sally and her warm smile. "Mrs. Wilson was such a special lady. She loved her family, her church and her community. We will never know all the many ways she impacted this community. I was blessed to have known her," said her friend, Cathy Gardner. "She will surely be missed." Wilson passed away on March 3, 2025, at age 101. She leaves behind three daughters, several grandchildren, nieces and nephews as well as a community that will not only remember her name, but also her warmth, wisdom and ability to make others feel seen. Her legacy is not just what she built, but also who she loved and how deeply she was loved in return. [2, 3, 5, 10, 11, 12] | |
| _UID | 61945E4075924D219E3D3FDECC88509F437F | |
| Death | 3 Mar 2025 | Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community, 1 Still Hopes Drive, in West Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina |
| Burial | 8 Mar 2025 | private burial [2] |
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| Person ID | I124327 | Singleton and Related Families |
| Last Modified | 20 Apr 2025 | |
| Father | Shepard Kollock NASH, Sr., b. 13 Dec 1893, Sumter County, South Carolina d. 18 Mar 1980, Tuomey Hospital, Sumter, Sumter County, South Carolina (Age 86 years) | |
| Mother | Nancy WItherspoon McKAY, b. 10 Mar 1894, Coldstream Plantation, Sumter County, South Carolina d. 8 Nov 1975, Tuomey Hospital, Sumter, Sumter County, South Carolina (Age 81 years) | |
| Marriage | 25 Oct 1917 | Sumter County, South Carolina [13] |
| _UID | FA46C53318944C5D816E5D07D037A6810EDD | |
| _UID | FA46C53318944C5D816E5D07D037A6810EDD | |
| Family ID | F85478 | Group Sheet | Family Chart |
| Family | John Snowden WILSON, b. 28 Sep 1918, Sumter, Sumter County, South Carolina d. 19 Jul 1965, Fort Rucker Army Hospital, near Dothan, Coffee County, Alabama (Age 46 years) | |||||||
| Marriage | 12 Jun 1946 | Sumter County, South Carolina [2, 14] |
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| Family ID | F85479 | Group Sheet | Family Chart | ||||||
| Last Modified | 8 Mar 2025 | |||||||
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