Dunbar Funeral Home - Northeast

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. Your courage, dedication, and love for freedom inspire us all.

From all of us at Dunbar Funeral Home, we extend our deepest gratitude to every veteran and their family. Thank you for your service and for protecting the values we hold dear.

10/18/2025

Alicia Dion-Knight, 45, of Elgin, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
Born to Alfred and Gail Dion on April 30, 1980, in Columbia, SC. She graduated from Ridgeview High School where she played Volleyball and Tennis and attended Winthrop University. She then had a successful career with First Citizens Bank.

Alicia will be remembered for her generous spirit, compassionate heart, and unwavering love for her family. She found great joy in caring for others and always went out of her way to offer kindness and support to those around her. Her greatest pride and happiness were her two sons, whom she loved deeply and supported wholeheartedly.

Alicia and her family shared a special love for Disney, and many of their happiest memories were made during family trips filled with laughter and togetherness.

Alicia was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, and sister. She is survived by her husband, Travis Knight; her two beloved sons, Jonas and Noah; her parents, Alfred and Gail Dion; and her brother, Joseph Dion (Chelsea), mother-in-law, Denise Knight; brothers-in-law, Troy Knight and Brian Knight; uncles, William Dion, Paul Dion, Richard Dion (Cecilia), and Edward Dion; aunts, Marsha Fitch (Cecil), Robin Rabon (Vastine); and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Though her time with us was far too short, Alicia’s warmth, kindness, and love will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew her. Her legacy will be felt in every life she touched and in the family she so dearly cherished. Alicia came to know the Lord early in life, so we know one day we will be united in heaven.

A funeral service will be held at 12:00 pm on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Dunbar Funeral Home, Northeast Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. The interment will take place privately in Crescent Hill Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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10/18/2025

Terrance A. Walker was born the youngest of two children to Frank B. and LeMoine D. Walker in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. On October 10, 2025, God told this soldier it’s time for a new duty station. A memorial service will be held on 21 October 2025 at 2:00 pm at Dunbar Funeral Home, Northeast Chapel.

Terrance grew up as a military child. He spent his formative years with his family at Cannon AFB in Clovis New Mexico. There he was very active, playing all sports from Little League Baseball to High School Football with the Clovis Wildcats. Terrance was a die-hard Philadelphia Eagles and Clemson fan.

After the retirement of his parents, Terrance decided to keep the military legacy going and enlisted in the United States Army in June of 2006. During his 16 years service in the Army, he served in the Infantry as a Patriot Missile Operator and retrained as a Information Technology Specialist. He traveled the world from Oklahoma to Italy. He made a few stops in Kuwait, Afghanistan, and Germany, culminating with his separation at Fort Campbell Army Base in Tennessee in 2022. Terrance’s service medals are as follows: Army Medal (6 awards), Joint Service Achievement Medal (2 awards), Army Achievement Medal (3 awards), Army Good Conduct Medal (5 awards), National Defense Service Medal, and Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.

Terrance was preceded in death by his father, Frank B. Walker; a nephew, Joshual M. Lee; grandparents and aunts. He leaves the following to rejoice in his memory besides his mother; sister, Monique (Jerold) Lee of Columbia; nephew, Jordan I. Lee; niece, Morgan S. Lee of Columbia; grandmothers, Eva M. Cobb of Washington DC and Everlena Samuels of Timmonsville; aunt, Ladonna (Kevin) Winestock of Washington DC; uncles, Bernard Samuels (Tarji) of Detroit MI and Michael Brown of Philadelphia PA; best friend, Simon Salguero of Clovis New Mexico; brothers and sisters of the United States Army, Joseph Dirksz, Arielle Johnson, Ray, Ashley, Tiffany; along with a host of grand-aunts, grand-uncles, cousins and many, many friends

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10/08/2025

Great Falls, SC - Michael Scott Griffin, Jr., age 15, of Great Falls, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Born in Rock Hill, SC, on January 26, 2010, he was the beloved son of Jessica Louise Faile and Michael Scott Griffin, Sr.

Scott was a sophomore at Great Falls High School, where he was an active member of the baseball team, cross country team, and the JROTC program. He was also a member of Second Baptist Church of Great Falls. Known for his kind heart and bright spirit, Scott loved fishing and spending time with his little brother, Logan. His love for his family, teammates, and friends shone through in everything he did, and his smile brought joy to all who knew him.

Scott is survived by his mother, Jessica Faile; father, Michael Griffin, Sr.; brother, Logan Griffin; Pawpaw Donald Funderburk and Mawmaw Cricket Funderburk; Pawpaw Mike Faile, Jr. (Shannon); Mawmaw Cheryl Taylor; Great Mawmaw Tammy Faile; aunts and uncles, Patty R**e (Donald), Carolann Stevenson (Stuart), Brittney Griffin, Michael Faile (Lacey), Donnie Griffin, and Donnie Funderburk (Angie) and a special aunt Ashley Mclaughlin; his girlfriend, Cassidy McManus; and best friend, Aiden Godbee. He is also survived by many cousins, extended family members, coaches, and teammates who will cherish his memory forever.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Teresa Faile; great-grandfather, Mike Faile, Sr.; great-grandparents, Eunice and Roger Griffin; and great-grandmother, Cheryl Franklin.

A service to celebrate Scott’s life will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, followed by burial at Greenlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:30 to 3:00 PM at the church.

Scott will be remembered for his gentle soul, loving heart, and the joy he brought to everyone around him. His time with us was far too short, but his memory will live on in the hearts of all who loved him.

Memorials in Scott's honor may be made to the Great Falls Baseball Team Dugout Club, 3205 Lingail Acres, Great Falls, SC 29055.

Memories may be shared at www.DunbarFunerals.com.

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09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day from all of us at Dunbar Funeral Home! 🇺🇸

Today we honor the hard work, dedication, and contributions of the American workforce. We are especially grateful for the families in our community who pour their hearts into their work and service every day.

May this holiday be a time of rest, reflection, and celebration with those you love most. Wishing you a safe and happy Labor Day!

07/08/2025

Please join us in congratulating Kenny Mobley, manager of Dunbar Funeral Home Northeast Chapel, on being elected to the Blythewood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors!

Kenny is a dedicated leader, compassionate professional, and a proud supporter of our community. His commitment to service and excellence makes him a perfect fit for this role, and we know he’ll bring great insight and heart to the Chamber.

06/18/2025

A Message from Dunbar Funeral Homes:

Protecting the Families We Serve

At Dunbar Funeral Homes, our mission has always been to serve our families with compassion, dignity, and care—especially in life’s most vulnerable moments. That includes protecting you from those who seek to take advantage during your time of grief.

We are heartbroken to share that some of our own families have recently been targeted—and affected—by a cruel and sophisticated scam.

In these instances, scammers contacted grieving families pretending to be from Dunbar Funeral Homes. They claimed that a payment check had not cleared and requested immediate payment through a cash app. The messages were professional, convincing, and even referenced the deceased and names from the obituary—making the deception feel legitimate and urgent.

We want to be clear:

• Dunbar Funeral Homes will never request payment through cash apps, text messages, or unverified third-party platforms.
• Any financial communication from us will come directly from our trusted staff, either in person or through secure and verified channels.

In response to these incidents, we are taking extra precautions to protect every family we serve. Notices are now being posted in our arrangement rooms, and we are clearly outlining our payment policies during each consultation.

If you receive any communication regarding your loved one’s arrangements that seems suspicious in any way, please contact us directly before taking any action.

We know how much trust you place in us during a deeply emotional time. We are here to support you, guide you, and protect you—always.

With heartfelt care,
The Dunbar Funeral Homes Team

06/15/2025

Today, we honor the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures whose love, guidance, and sacrifices have shaped our lives. Whether they are by our side or live on in cherished memory, their legacy continues to inspire us every day.

We remember. We celebrate. We give thanks.

Wishing you a day filled with love, peace, and treasured memories.

— Your friends at Dunbar Funeral Home

05/26/2025

Today, we at Dunbar Funeral Home pause in solemn remembrance of the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, devotion, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

As we gather with family and friends, let us take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of this day—and honor those who gave everything for the freedoms we cherish.

05/11/2025

Since 1884, Dunbar Funeral Home has been honored to serve families with compassion, care, and dignity. On this special day, we pause to celebrate and remember the incredible mothers who have shaped our lives with love, strength, and grace.

Whether your mother is near, far, or held in cherished memory, we honor her today and every day.

From our family to yours, Happy Mother’s Day.

04/21/2025

In Memoriam: His Holiness, the Pope
It is with profound sorrow that we at Dunbar Funeral Home acknowledge the passing of His Holiness, the Pope. We extend our deepest condolences to the Catholic community locally and around the world as we collectively mourn the loss of a revered spiritual leader and shepherd of peace.
In tribute to his life and legacy, we invite members of the community to visit our funeral home to sign a memorial register book and receive a prayer card in his honor. The register book will be sent to the Vatican as a token of our community’s shared grief and enduring respect.
📍 Location: 4219 Hard Scrabble Road, Columbia, SC 29223
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May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may his teachings continue to guide us all.

04/03/2025

Celebrate the life of Major James Beckworth, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Dunbar Funeral Home - Northeast.