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.

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.

Joyce Cameron Cooper

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.

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 Abbeville, and Millie Runyon of Charleston. Pat is an active member of New Hope Presbyterian Church; a member of the Abbeville Gideon Camp; a Director for Abbeville Savings & Loan, S.S.B. (Abbeville First Bank); is on the Board of Habitat for Humanity Abbeville-McCormick Counties and a member of the American Legion. Pat owned and operated Hodge Frozen Food serving Abbeville for 55 years.

Ronnie Bosler

Funeral Assistant & Public Relations

Ronnie is from Abbeville and is married to Cheryl Bosler. He and his wife are active members of Abbeville First Baptist Church and valuable assets to our team.

Susie Barker, FD, CPC

Advanced Planning Director & Licensed Funeral Director

The Late H.M. "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 is a member of the Abbeville Presbyterian Church. He retired from Milliken & Co., Abbeville Plant after many years.

Don Reese

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 technician 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). Don is a certified crematory operator.

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 and Suzanne are members of the Abbeville First Baptist Church. Spencer is a former member of the Abbeville City Council where he served for many years. In his retirement years, he enjoys spending time with his grandchildren.

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 Stoney Point Golf Course in Greenwood.

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.

Rick Culbreth

Grounds 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.

David Strawhorn

Grave Operation 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.

Ronnie Alexander

Part-Time Grave Crew

Fred Lewis

Funeral Assistant & Public Relations

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.