Florence, SC
Ethel Mae Blanding Miles, 82, widow of Sidney Miles, died Thursday, May 7, 2026, at McLeod Regional Medical Center, Florence, SC. She was born February 20, 1944 in Alcolu, SC. A daughter of the late Joseph and Ella Samuels Blanding.
Public viewing will be held 3:00 PM til 6:00 PM, Friday, May 15, 2026, at Hayes F. Samuels, Sr. Memorial Chapel, 114 North Church St. Manning, SC.
Celebration of life 11 AM Saturday, May 16, 2026 Unity Christian Church, Alcolu, SC. Burial will follow in St. Mark AME Church Cemetery, Alcolu, SC.
The family is receiving friends 5PM til 8PM, Thursday and Friday, May 14-15, 2026, at the home of her daughter, Juliette Brunson, 3858 Hwy. 260, Manning, SC.
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I spent many pleasant days as a co-worker and friend with this gifted woman who demonstrated care and compassion for others with ease. She will be missed by so many including me. Lillie and Kharimah
Juliette you and your family have Mitch and I deepest, heartfelt condolences. Please let us know if we can be of assistance.
Ethel Mae was one of my favorite classmates. We would run into each other at times. Sorry to hear of her passing. Sending prayers and condolences to her family.
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