"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord the righteous judge, shall give me at that day......"
Ms. Selma Denise Flowers was born August 20, 1964, in Hampton County, South Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Levi and Daisy L. Ritter Flowers. On Thursday, September 5, 2019, Selma entered into eternal rest at her home in Allendale, South Carolina.
At an early age, she chose Christ as her savior and joined Huspah Missionary Baptist Church in Hampton, South Carolina. Selma lovingly known as Denise to everyone, was educated in the public schools of Hampton County graduating from Wade Hampton High School, in 1982.
Denise resided in Tampa, Fl., and worked as an Insurance Adjuster until her health declined, and she relocated back to South Carolina until God called her to rest from labor to reward.
Denise was blessed with two sons: Selwin and Markiane Ahmed Flowers whom both preceded her in death.
Denise broutht love and compassion to her family and friends. She was an absolute joy to be around. Denise lived, loved, laughed, and danced to music. Those who knew her knows that she had a genuine heart which allowed her to help and encourage many people. She loved her family dearly; our times with her will be cherished within our hearts for eternity.
In additions, to her parents and sons she is preceded in death by her sister Shirley Flowers Benton along with grandparents, aunts, and uncles.
"But the Comforter which is the Holy Ghost whom the father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever, I have said unto you."
She leaves to cherish fond memories: One brother; Wayne Morris Ritter (Debra), Estill, SC., Six aunts: Shirley Ritter Morrell, Barnwell, SC., Cherolyn Harris, Allendale, SC., Lizzie White, Brunson, SC., Dinar (Joe) Robinson, and Aliece Drayton all of Fairfax, SC.: One sister-in-law: Josephine Ritter, Atlanta, GA.; One grand-aunt: Clairetha Easley, Tampa, Fla.; Three uncles: Newton K. Ritter, York, PA., Nathaniel Ritter, Barnwell, SC., Johnnie L. Ritter, Columbia, SC.: One loving God daughter: Dora Cieria Ritter, Allendale, SC.: One God-son: Micheal Smith, Orangeburg, SC.: A devoted cousin and best friend; Felicia White, along with Tranna Neblett whom was a devoted cousin, friend, and caregiver as well as during Denise's illness. A host of nieces, nephews, loving cousins, and friends.
"A SERVICE ABOVE SELF"
Please remember to keep The Flowers Family lifted up in prayer.
You may email condolences at:mfrileysfuneralhome@yahoo.com