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Ms. Doretha Haigler Worley

Passed 07/29/2025

Obituary For Ms. Doretha Haigler Worley

Funeral services for Ms. Doretha Haigler Worley, 84, of Orangeburg, SC, will be held 11:00am, Monday, August 4, 2025, at Brown Chapel AME Church, 195 Browns Chapel Road, Elloree, with interment to follow at Brown Chapel AME Church Cemetary.

Doretha Haigler Worley, was born on July 13, 1941, in Cameron, South Carolina, to Preston and Rosa Harmon Haigler. She departed this life for eternal rest on July 29, 2025.

A true woman of God, Doretha lived her life with unwavering faith, love, and grace. She filled every room with warmth, joy, and the smell of something delicious cooking on the stove. She had a heart as big as the ocean she loved to cruise across, always seeking adventure, beauty, and new memories with her family. Whether she was preparing a meal, sharing a smile, or simply being present, she gave her love freely and fully.

Doretha was a light; always positive, always encouraging, and always loving. Her legacy lives on in every hug, every home-cooked meal, and every act of kindness we show to others. Though she may be gone from our sight, her spirit, her laughter, and her love will remain with us always. We love you Doretha. Rest peacefully in God’s embrace.

Doretha was a member of Brown Chapel AME Church of Elloree, South Carolina and was employed by Earl Dukes BBQ, Duke’s BBQ and Antley’s BBQ.

She was preceded in death by: Andrea Glivens, Preston Haigler, Jr., Elizabeth Mack, John Haigler, Ruthell Clinton, Rose Bud Franklin, George Haigler, Minnie Mitchell and Lorine Felder

She leaves to cherish her memory six daughters: Sharron (James) Worley-Torrence, Sandra (William) Puryear, Jennifer Rickenbacker, Beverly (Regina) Worley, Angelica (Anthony) Capers, Tonya Worley; one son, Charles (Toi) Worley; fifteen grandchildren, Charles (Andrea) Worley, Jr., Cameron Worley, Ashley Glivens, Denesha Haigler, Anthony (Marjorie) Capers, Akilah Worley, Karla (Denzel) Davis, Gabriel Puryear, Sara (Christian) Scott, DeaShia Manigo, Demaro Shark, Roger Manigo, Alexia Capers, Danalli Manigo, Nicholas Rimmer; four great-grandchildren, Elias Williams, KaCeon Islar, Kylee Rimmer, Kehlani Kearney; two sisters, Cola Henderson, Pauline (James) Williams; other family and friends.

Public viewing will be held Sunday, August 3, 2025, from 2-6pm.

Ms. Doretha Haigler Worley, 84, of Orangeburg, SC, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at her residence.

Family and friends may call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.simmonsfuneralhome.com


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Nicola Andrew’s Holmes sent Pink Tribute Spray for Ms. Doretha Haigler Worley - August 03, 2025

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We are sending our deepest sympathy to the Worley Family. We pray that God will you all Strength and Peace. God pick a beautiful flower for his garden.Get your rest Mrs.Worley your wings are waiting on you. Rick&Cam Mayes

Rick&Cam

Praying your family find peace during you time of lost. Ms. Doreatha was beautiful woman with sweet spirit. 🤍

Cynthia Holiday

Condolences to the Worley Family

Eugene Rickenbacker

My condolences to the Worley family, may God give you all strength.

Natalie Isley

My condolences to the Worley Family.

Tina Williams Barber

Praying for the family that God may grant you comfort during this difficult time. My condolences to all the family and friends of Ms. Doretha.

Pam Scott

My condolences to the Worley Family. Your mom had a heart of gold and a beautiful smile. I know God will carry you through this difficult time. I love yall🌺

Portia Reed

Tanya, my co-worker, and To All the family,MY deepest n sincerest Sympathy to All of YOU during this Difficult time. I Truly Pray God's Comfort n Love Surrounds All of You.🙏🙏🙏

Retta

Arietta C Ramey

Sending heartfelt condolences to family.

Evatte Williams

Our condolences and prayers to the family. From the Frederick and Chavis family.

Wendy Frederick Johnson

My Condolences to The Family 🙏🏽💔💔

Debra Connor

It is with the most sincere condolences that we pray for the Worley family in the tremendous loss of this beautiful, spirited woman. I've always known Ms. Doretha to be a kind and loving person, one from whom we can all learn. As your family copes with accepting God's will, know that we are praying that He will grant each of you strength, peace, and comfort for the future. May God bless you all!

Pastor James & Letitia Durant

Please accept my condolences for the loss of your mother. I'll be thinking about you and your family in the coming days and saying a prayer for you all.

Shonnda Williams

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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