Our Caring Staff
C. Brad Evans, CFSP - SC License #2482
President & Owner of Harris Funeral Home
A 1995 graduate of Abbeville High School, and a graduate of Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service. He is a member & Elder at The Abbeville Presbyterian Church where he serves on the Finance & Administration Committee / Building & Grounds Committees and serves on various boards and civic organizations throughout the community; he is Past-President of the Abbeville Rotary Club, Past-Chairman of the SCFDA Piedmont Group; Board of Director on the Greater Abbeville Chamber of Commerce, Former Treasurer of the Abbeville Historical Preservation Commission, former President of the Abbeville County First Steps Board and 2019-2021 Past President of the South Carolina Funeral Directors Association.
Also served on the S.C. Board of Funeral Service IRC Committee, Lions Club, Abbeville County School Board Trustee for 10 years and the Academy of Funeral Service Practitioners. He also serves as a trustee and Chairman of the Long Cane Cemetery Association and Chairman and Charter Member of the Freshwater Coast Community Foundation. In 2024 Brad was elected as the Abbeville County Coroner. He was born in Greenwood, SC, to the late James B., Jr. and Cornelia Ashley Evans. He has two brothers, Jimmy & Mike Evans and a sister, Jennifer E. Hughes all of Abbeville. He is married to Mrs. Abby Walden Evans formerly of Middletown, OH they have a son, Gage Andrew Evans, and a daughter, Isabella 'Bella" Cornelia Evans.
C. Brad Evans, CFSP - SC License #2482
President & Owner of Harris Funeral Home
A 1995 graduate of Abbeville High School, and a graduate of Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service. He is a member & Elder at The Abbeville Presbyterian Church where he serves on the Finance & Administration Committee / Building & Grounds Committees and serves on various boards and civic organizations throughout the community; he is Past-President of the Abbeville Rotary Club, Past-Chairman of the SCFDA Piedmont Group; Board of Director on the Greater Abbeville Chamber of Commerce, Former Treasurer of the Abbeville Historical Preservation Commission, former President of the Abbeville County First Steps Board and 2019-2021 Past President of the South Carolina Funeral Directors Association.
Also served on the S.C. Board of Funeral Service IRC Committee, Lions Club, Abbeville County School Board Trustee for 10 years and the Academy of Funeral Service Practitioners. He also serves as a trustee and Chairman of the Long Cane Cemetery Association and Chairman and Charter Member of the Freshwater Coast Community Foundation. In 2024 Brad was elected as the Abbeville County Coroner. He was born in Greenwood, SC, to the late James B., Jr. and Cornelia Ashley Evans. He has two brothers, Jimmy & Mike Evans and a sister, Jennifer E. Hughes all of Abbeville. He is married to Mrs. Abby Walden Evans formerly of Middletown, OH they have a son, Gage Andrew Evans, and a daughter, Isabella 'Bella" Cornelia Evans.
Abigail W. Evans
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Abigail W. Evans
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Abby was born in Middletown, OH. She is a graduate of the University of Mississippi where she earned a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education.
Abby taught school in Charleston, SC for many years. Since moving to Abbeville she has been employed with the City of Abbeville in the Recreational Department and Event Coordinator for the City of Abbeville. As of 2018 she joined the awesome staff of Long Cane Primary as the administrative assistant. She was a member of the Abbeville Women's Club and is a member of The Abbeville Presbyterian Church. She is married to C. Brad Evans and they have two children, Gage & Bella.
Gage Andrew Evans, CCO
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Gage Andrew Evans, CCO
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Gage is the son of Brad & Abby Evans. Gage is a 2025 graduate of Abbeville High School. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in business management at Clemson University and is a vital part of the funeral home team. Gage enjoys playing golf, and spending time with his friends.
Bella Evans
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Bella Evans
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Bella is the daughter of Brad & Abby Evans. She attends Abbeville High School and is a vital part of the funeral home team. Bella enjoys playing softball, volleyball and spending time with her friends.
Nancy Ashley Dunn
Administrative Support Specialist
Nancy was born in Abbeville County to the late Charlie 'Clyde' & Marie Miller Ashley. She is a graduate of Erskine College and is married to Ricky Dunn. Nancy retired from the Sage Automotive Plant formerly Milliken & Co. and was an employee there for over 25 years. She is a long time member of Beulah Baptist Church where she has played the piano for over 20 years. Nancy serves as our full-time administrative support specialist.
Nancy Ashley Dunn
Administrative Support Specialist
Nancy was born in Abbeville County to the late Charlie 'Clyde' & Marie Miller Ashley. She is a graduate of Erskine College and is married to Ricky Dunn. Nancy retired from the Sage Automotive Plant formerly Milliken & Co. and was an employee there for over 25 years. She is a long time member of Beulah Baptist Church where she has played the piano for over 20 years. Nancy serves as our full-time administrative support specialist.
Pat Hodge - SC License #3556
Licensed Funeral Director
Pat Hodge was born in Winston-Salem, NC. He was a 1964 graduate of Abbeville High School and a 1968 graduate of Mars Hill College. Pat served in the U.S. Air Force, from 1968-1972. He is married to Dena S. Hodge and they have three children, Jay Hodge of Anderson, Cary Hodge of Summerville, and Millie Runyon of Summerville. Pat is an active member of New Hope Presbyterian Church; a Director for Abbeville Savings & Loan, S.S.B. (Abbeville First Bank); a member of the Habitat for Humanity of Abbeville-McCormick Counties; and a past board member for USMAC. Pat owned and operated Hodge Frozen Food serving Abbeville for 33 years.
Pat Hodge - SC License #3556
Licensed Funeral Director
Pat Hodge was born in Winston-Salem, NC. He was a 1964 graduate of Abbeville High School and a 1968 graduate of Mars Hill College. Pat served in the U.S. Air Force, from 1968-1972. He is married to Dena S. Hodge and they have three children, Jay Hodge of Anderson, Cary Hodge of Summerville, and Millie Runyon of Summerville. Pat is an active member of New Hope Presbyterian Church; a Director for Abbeville Savings & Loan, S.S.B. (Abbeville First Bank); a member of the Habitat for Humanity of Abbeville-McCormick Counties; and a past board member for USMAC. Pat owned and operated Hodge Frozen Food serving Abbeville for 33 years.
Susie Barker - SC License #2812, CPC
Advanced Planning Director & Licensed Funeral Director
Susie joined the Harris Funeral Home team in 2024. She is a dedicated professional with more than 25 years of experience in the funeral service. She resides in Greenwood, SC, with her husband Larry. Susie is a proud mother of two children, Brandon Barker (Ashley) and Sonya Davis (Dennis), and a loving grandmother to three grandchildren. Outside of her professional life, she is a master gardener and an avid reader, finding joy in both nurturing her garden and spending time with a good book.
Susie Barker - SC License #2812, CPC
Advanced Planning Director & Licensed Funeral Director
Susie joined the Harris Funeral Home team in 2024. She is a dedicated professional with more than 25 years of experience in the funeral service. She resides in Greenwood, SC, with her husband Larry. Susie is a proud mother of two children, Brandon Barker (Ashley) and Sonya Davis (Dennis), and a loving grandmother to three grandchildren. Outside of her professional life, she is a master gardener and an avid reader, finding joy in both nurturing her garden and spending time with a good book.
Amanda Hershberger Moss - SC License #3680
Advanced Planning Director & Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer
Amanda Hershberger Moss was born and reared in Abbeville, SC. She and her husband, J.B., now reside in Greenwood. Amanda is the daughter of Don and Dawne Hershberger of Abbeville. She is a 2001 graduate of Abbeville High School and a 2005 graduate of the College of Charleston with a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Sociology. Amanda is a 2010 honor graduate of Piedmont Technical College with an A.A.S. degree in Funeral Services. While at Piedmont Tech, she was the recipient of the South Carolina Funeral Directors Association Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship and the Charles M. Cox, Jr. Scholarship. Amanda was also named the 2010 Distinguished Student for Funeral Services at Piedmont Technical College. Amanda is an active member of Main Street United Methodist Church, Abbeville where she is a member of the UMW Council, Leader of the Agnes Rogers Circle and coordinator of Agnes' Closet, a bi-annual clothing sale to benefit the Abbeville County School Box Fund. She is also a member of the Abbeville Lions Club. Amanda enjoys playing the bagpipes for community events and organizations in Abbeville and the surrounding areas. In 2021, she wanted to step away from funeral services and joined Blanchard Equipment.
Amanda Hershberger Moss - SC License #3680
Advanced Planning Director & Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer
Amanda Hershberger Moss was born and reared in Abbeville, SC. She and her husband, J.B., now reside in Greenwood. Amanda is the daughter of Don and Dawne Hershberger of Abbeville. She is a 2001 graduate of Abbeville High School and a 2005 graduate of the College of Charleston with a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Sociology. Amanda is a 2010 honor graduate of Piedmont Technical College with an A.A.S. degree in Funeral Services. While at Piedmont Tech, she was the recipient of the South Carolina Funeral Directors Association Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship and the Charles M. Cox, Jr. Scholarship. Amanda was also named the 2010 Distinguished Student for Funeral Services at Piedmont Technical College. Amanda is an active member of Main Street United Methodist Church, Abbeville where she is a member of the UMW Council, Leader of the Agnes Rogers Circle and coordinator of Agnes' Closet, a bi-annual clothing sale to benefit the Abbeville County School Box Fund. She is also a member of the Abbeville Lions Club. Amanda enjoys playing the bagpipes for community events and organizations in Abbeville and the surrounding areas. In 2021, she wanted to step away from funeral services and joined Blanchard Equipment.
Ronnie Bosler
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Ronnie Bosler
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Don Reese, CCO
Certified Crematory Operator
Don is a native of McCormick, SC. Retired S.C Highway Patrol after many years of dedicated service. Served as the sound engineer for the Swinging Medallions for many years. Married to Kathy Storey Reese and they have two daughters, Angie Stone (Chad) and Joni R. Wilson (Brandon). He is a devoted grandfather to four grandchildren and one great - grandchild. Don is a certified crematory operator.
Don Reese, CCO
Certified Crematory Operator
Don is a native of McCormick, SC. Retired S.C Highway Patrol after many years of dedicated service. Served as the sound engineer for the Swinging Medallions for many years. Married to Kathy Storey Reese and they have two daughters, Angie Stone (Chad) and Joni R. Wilson (Brandon). He is a devoted grandfather to four grandchildren and one great - grandchild. Don is a certified crematory operator.
Kathy Parnell
Administrative Support Assistant
Kathy joined the Harris Funeral Home team in 2024, bringing with her strong commitment to service and compassion for others. She is a 1974 graduate of Dixie High School and retired after more than 35 years of service from AnMed.
Originally from the Abbeville area, Kathy enjoys camping, watching college football, cross - stitching, and reading. She is an active member of Little River Baptist Church. Kathy is married to her husband, Paul, and is the proud mother of two children, Brian Parnell (Tonya) and Kayla McClain (Samuel), as well as a devoted Granna.
Kathy Parnell
Administrative Support Assistant
Kathy joined the Harris Funeral Home team in 2024, bringing with her strong commitment to service and compassion for others. She is a 1974 graduate of Dixie High School and retired after more than 35 years of service from AnMed.
Originally from the Abbeville area, Kathy enjoys camping, watching college football, cross - stitching, and reading. She is an active member of Little River Baptist Church. Kathy is married to her husband, Paul, and is the proud mother of two children, Brian Parnell (Tonya) and Kayla McClain (Samuel), as well as a devoted Granna.
John McMahan
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
John McMahan was born in Abbeville County and was reared in Lowndesville. He graduated from Calhoun Falls High School in 1961. John served in the United States Air Force before marrying the former Pearl Goff. He graduated from Piedmont Technical College and Limestone College. John retired from Flexible Technologies after over 36 years of service. He and his wife, Pearl, reside in Abbeville and are active members of Abbeville First Baptist Church. They have two children, John Wayne McMahan (Jackie) and Valorie Legette (Steve) and five grandchildren.
John McMahan
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
John McMahan was born in Abbeville County and was reared in Lowndesville. He graduated from Calhoun Falls High School in 1961. John served in the United States Air Force before marrying the former Pearl Goff. He graduated from Piedmont Technical College and Limestone College. John retired from Flexible Technologies after over 36 years of service. He and his wife, Pearl, reside in Abbeville and are active members of Abbeville First Baptist Church. They have two children, John Wayne McMahan (Jackie) and Valorie Legette (Steve) and five grandchildren.
Spencer Sorrow
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Spencer is from Abbeville and is married to Suzanne Whaley Sorrow. Spencer is a former member of the Abbeville City Council where he served for many years. He retired after 30 years of service from GTE. In his retirement years, he enjoys spending time with his grandchildren and traveling with his wife.
Spencer Sorrow
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Spencer is from Abbeville and is married to Suzanne Whaley Sorrow. Spencer is a former member of the Abbeville City Council where he served for many years. He retired after 30 years of service from GTE. In his retirement years, he enjoys spending time with his grandchildren and traveling with his wife.
Ronny Culbreth
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Ronny was born in Abbeville, SC to the late Howard J. & Virginia 'Gin' Culbreth. Ronny retired from the S.C. National Guard. He is married to Diane Temple Culbreth and they have two children, Cristy C. Evans and Chad Culbreth. Ronny is a member of Rice Memorial Baptist Church and works as needed as a ranger at Olde Eight Golf Course.
Ronny Culbreth
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Ronny was born in Abbeville, SC to the late Howard J. & Virginia 'Gin' Culbreth. Ronny retired from the S.C. National Guard. He is married to Diane Temple Culbreth and they have two children, Cristy C. Evans and Chad Culbreth. Ronny is a member of Rice Memorial Baptist Church and works as needed as a ranger at Olde Eight Golf Course.
Loretta Swartzentruber
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Loretta is the daughter of the late Mary N. & Norman Swartzentruber. She is the owner of Swartzentruber Bakery in Abbeville. Loretta is a member of Cold Spring Mennonite Church and a devoted caregiver to many people in Abbeville.
Loretta Swartzentruber
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Loretta is the daughter of the late Mary N. & Norman Swartzentruber. She is the owner of Swartzentruber Bakery in Abbeville. Loretta is a member of Cold Spring Mennonite Church and a devoted caregiver to many people in Abbeville.
Kay Lewis
Administrative Support Assistant
David Strawhorn
Grave Operations Director
David is a vital part of the Harris Funeral Home Team. He is married to Tisa Strawhorn. He is a member of South Side Baptist Church and enjoys riding bikes and working.
David Strawhorn
Grave Operations Director
David is a vital part of the Harris Funeral Home Team. He is married to Tisa Strawhorn. He is a member of South Side Baptist Church and enjoys riding bikes and working.
Addison Nickles
Grave Operations Assistant
Addison is the son of Jamie and Misty Nickles. He is a 2023 graduate of Abbeville High School and is currently enrolled at Anderson University, where he is a member of the football team. Addison enjoys spending time with friends and playing golf in his leisure time.
Addison Nickles
Grave Operations Assistant
Addison is the son of Jamie and Misty Nickles. He is a 2023 graduate of Abbeville High School and is currently enrolled at Anderson University, where he is a member of the football team. Addison enjoys spending time with friends and playing golf in his leisure time.
Luke Evans
Grave Operations Assistant
Rick Culbreth
Calhoun Falls Chapel Maintenance
Rick was born in Abbeville and is the son of the late Frances Culbreth and Richard Culbreth of Abbeville. He enjoys camping and cooking. Rick has been a valuable asset to our organization thru the years. He served as our Grave Operation Man and kept the grounds at Long Cane Cemetery for many years.
Rick Culbreth
Calhoun Falls Chapel Maintenance
Rick was born in Abbeville and is the son of the late Frances Culbreth and Richard Culbreth of Abbeville. He enjoys camping and cooking. Rick has been a valuable asset to our organization thru the years. He served as our Grave Operation Man and kept the grounds at Long Cane Cemetery for many years.
Joyce Cameron Cooper
Retired Aftercare Director
Joyce Cameron Cooper was born and reared in Greenwood County. She graduated from Greenwood High School, Anderson College and Erskine College. She was married to the late Walter Cooper, mother of Mike Cooper of Abbeville, SC and Angie Mullet (Myron) of Hodges, SC. She has three grandchildren, Joyce Marie (Chris), AnnaGrace (Jay) and Cooper Mullet and two great-grandchildren, Jack Cooper and Anna Carlisle. After teaching in the Abbeville and Greenwood public school system, she owned and operated the Strawberry Patch, a gift and decorating shop, for 25 years. Joyce is a member of Southside Baptist Church. Blessed with a heart that cares greatly about people and compassion for those who grieve, she has been associated with Harris Funeral Home as an administrative assistant and aftercare specialist since 2004. The aftercare services are available for all who seek peace and consultation after the death of someone who is loved. Joyce is always available on an individual basis and through support groups offered by Harris Funeral Home.
Joyce Cameron Cooper
Retired Aftercare Director
Joyce Cameron Cooper was born and reared in Greenwood County. She graduated from Greenwood High School, Anderson College and Erskine College. She was married to the late Walter Cooper, mother of Mike Cooper of Abbeville, SC and Angie Mullet (Myron) of Hodges, SC. She has three grandchildren, Joyce Marie (Chris), AnnaGrace (Jay) and Cooper Mullet and two great-grandchildren, Jack Cooper and Anna Carlisle. After teaching in the Abbeville and Greenwood public school system, she owned and operated the Strawberry Patch, a gift and decorating shop, for 25 years. Joyce is a member of Southside Baptist Church. Blessed with a heart that cares greatly about people and compassion for those who grieve, she has been associated with Harris Funeral Home as an administrative assistant and aftercare specialist since 2004. The aftercare services are available for all who seek peace and consultation after the death of someone who is loved. Joyce is always available on an individual basis and through support groups offered by Harris Funeral Home.
In Loving Memory,
In Loving Memory of Charles Bowie
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
In loving memory of Charles W. Bowie, Sr. who was born in Abbeville County. Charles was married to the late Margaret L. Bowie of Abbeville and they had two sons, Charles W. "Billy" Bowie, Jr. and James Michael "Mike" Bowie both of Abbeville. He was an active member of Southside Baptist Church, retired from Milliken & Co., Sharon Plant and was a volunteer with Meals on Wheels in Abbeville.
In Loving Memory of Charles Bowie
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
In loving memory of Charles W. Bowie, Sr. who was born in Abbeville County. Charles was married to the late Margaret L. Bowie of Abbeville and they had two sons, Charles W. "Billy" Bowie, Jr. and James Michael "Mike" Bowie both of Abbeville. He was an active member of Southside Baptist Church, retired from Milliken & Co., Sharon Plant and was a volunteer with Meals on Wheels in Abbeville.
In Loving Memory of Tony Storey
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Toney was born in Calhoun Falls and was reared in Calhoun Falls and McCormick. He was a graduate of McCormick High School and Erskine College. He resided in Due West and was a member of Due West ARP Church and Due West town council. Toney retired from the State of South Carolina having served with DHEC and the S.C. Army National Guard.
He was married to the former Kitty Ballinger, of Clemson, S.C. They had two sons: Mac and John.
In Loving Memory of Tony Storey
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Toney was born in Calhoun Falls and was reared in Calhoun Falls and McCormick. He was a graduate of McCormick High School and Erskine College. He resided in Due West and was a member of Due West ARP Church and Due West town council. Toney retired from the State of South Carolina having served with DHEC and the S.C. Army National Guard.
He was married to the former Kitty Ballinger, of Clemson, S.C. They had two sons: Mac and John.
In Loving Memory of HM "Bub" Botts
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Hubert "Bub" Botts was born in Abbeville County and served in the U.S. Navy. He was married to the late Carolyn Evans Botts and they had one daughter Susan Chisholm and two grandchildren, Katherine and Duncan. Bub was a member of the Abbeville Presbyterian Church. He retired from Milliken & Co., Abbeville Plant after many years.
In Loving Memory of HM "Bub" Botts
Funeral Assistant & Public Relations
Hubert "Bub" Botts was born in Abbeville County and served in the U.S. Navy. He was married to the late Carolyn Evans Botts and they had one daughter Susan Chisholm and two grandchildren, Katherine and Duncan. Bub was a member of the Abbeville Presbyterian Church. He retired from Milliken & Co., Abbeville Plant after many years.
