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Obituary For Ms. Geneva Briggman
Funeral services for Ms. Geneva Briggman, 66, of Orangeburg, SC will be held 12:00pm, Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Olive Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 305 Old Elloree Road, Orangeburg, with interment to follow in Belleville Memorial Garden.
Geneva was born April 21, 1959, to the late Robert McClennon and Julia Mayes Powell in Orangeburg, SC. She entered into eternal rest on July 4, 2025, in Rock Hill, SC. Geneva was raised in Brooklyn, NY from childhood to early adulthood then later relocated back to Orangeburg, SC where she took up permanent residence. She received her education in the public school systems of Brooklyn, NY and Orangeburg, SC. She later attended Orangeburg - Calhoun Technical College. Geneva retired from Koyo Bearing Corporation after 25 years of devoted service.
She attended her family church at Olive Grove Missionary Baptist Church and later became a member at St. Paul Baptist Church.
Geneva had a passion for life that was contagious. She loved traveling with her daughters, seeing new places, and creating beautiful memories. She also found great joy in music; the melodies that filled her home were reflections of the joy, emotion, and depth of her spirit.
Those who knew Geneva will always remember her for her bright, welcoming smile, her gentle soul, and the way she made people feel loved and valued. She had a calming presence, a listening ear, and a heart that welcomed everyone.
Geneva was a loving mother, a devoted grandmother, a cherished sister, and a loyal friend. Affectionately known as "Grandma", her grandchildren were the light of her life and she adored spending time with them, sharing her laughter, wisdom, and endless affection.
Geneva was preceded in death by her grandparents, Flossie (Samuel) Mayes and Henry (Sadie) McClennon; her brother-in-law, Joe Richard Paul Jr.; her sister-in-law, Leshayna McClennon; and her beloved nephews, Rasheen Tromp and Gregory Paul.
She is survived by her three children, Zakiya (Donny) Wilson, Oyeshina Briggman, and Taumora (Anthony) Fleming; and a loving step-daughter, Deshandra (Alex) Fogle, all of whom she loved deeply and supported unconditionally; seven beautiful grandchildren, Aniya Wilson, Riyanna Wilson, Brielle Wilson, Nyashia Mack, Anthony Fleming Jr., Mya Fleming, and Leah Fleming; three brothers, Robert McClennon Jr., Kevin (Latericiea) McClennon, Keith (Jamesetter) Credell; one sister, Carol Paul; her dear aunt, Birdell Stroman, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will forever cherish her memory.
Public viewing will be held Friday, July 11, 2025, from 1-6pm.
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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Nevasha Wideman sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Ms. Geneva Briggman - July 10, 2025
May God comfort you all during this difficult time. Ms. Geneva was a beautiful person and will be missed. Prayers for you and yours. Nevasha
Praying the family of Geneva. I had honor of working with Geneva some years ago at Hughes Aircraft of Orangeburg, South Carolina. A vey quiet person but happy to have known her.
You have my deepest, deepest condolences, I went to school with your mother in New York City and she was one of my best friends. I was so heartfelt. She was so sweet and the sweetest voice. Blessings to her daughters and her family during this time.
Zykia, Sheena and Toumara, I am in grief with you over Mrs Briggman. What a dear sweet mother she was to her three precious girls! I am sorry to hear this news from Joy and Rosie. I will see you on Friday at Simmons if at all possible. My prayer is for God to comfort you and give you peace.
My sincere condolences to our family.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
