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Rachel Southerland Wilson

February 11, 1939 - December 22, 2022
Visitation
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest
6710 White Horse Road
Greenville, SC 29611
864-294-6415 | Map
Tuesday 1/3, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Memorial
Monaghan United Methodist Church
1 McBeth St.
Greenville, South Carolina 29611
(864) 233-7733 | Map
Wednesday 1/4, 11:00 am

Rachel Southerland Wilson, 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 22, 2022, after a valiant battle with Alzheimer’s. Born in Greenville, SC, to the late William Leon and Evelyn (Galloway) Southerland, she was a 1957 graduate of Parker High School. After graduation, Rachel began a long career as an administrative assistant at JP Stevens. AfterContinue Reading

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J. David Lister left a message on January 4, 2023:
To the family of Rachel Southerland Wilson. At a time like this there's not much one can say to help ease the heartache that the family is feeling. Please know that you have my sympathy, and my prayers, for the comfort and peace that only our Lord can bring. All my love to my cousins, some of whom I have never had the privilege of meeting.
Rev. Rusty Godfrey left a message on January 2, 2023:
Mrs. Rachel was a one-of-a-kind! She was very gracious, kind, and always thoroughly prepared as a choir director. She will be missed greatly, but her spirit lives on in her legacy of music and love for Christ. She is now with the Heavenly Choir!
Lee Wilson Dorsch and Family left a message on December 30, 2022:
I have so many wonderful memories of my Aunt Rachel. She was such a loving mother, wife, and aunt. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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Marlene wilds left a message on December 29, 2022:
She was a very special friend her mother was my grand organist in 1993-94 she has been missed for so long
Brenda Jo Allen left a message on December 29, 2022:
I worked many years with Rachel and so enjoyed our time together going from one plant to another with JP. She was a great assistant to many leaders within the industry. Her charm and friendliness will be remembered. Jo Allen
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Hap Waldrop left a message on December 28, 2022:
She was a great lady, always gracious, always kind. It was an honor to know her.
Dianne Granger Jackson left a message on December 28, 2022:
I am so sorry! She always directed the choir with enthusiasm! May she rest in and rise in glory. Dianne Granger Jackson
Shannon C left a message on December 28, 2022:
This little lady was a pistol. She was not a morning person by any means. Rachel stole my heart the day i met her at Spring Park where i cared for her daily up till the day she passed . Im gonna miss her spunky self. Until we meet again rest easy Rachel see you on the other side. Love Shannon
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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