Joan Brazell Pardue, age 89, of Heath Springs, S.C., passed away, Monday morning, August 7, 2023, at her home. Born in Lancaster, S.C., she was the daughter of the late Joseph Benjamin Brazell and Annie Bell Ferrell Brazell. Mrs. Pardue was a former administrative assistant in the manufacturing industry. She was a lifetime faithful member of Oak Ridge A.R.P. Church, where she found great joy. She loved her family and enjoyed taking care of them. She served as the church historian for over 30 years and was recognized by the chairman of Catawba Presbytery for her neatness and attention to details. Mrs. Pardue served as secretary for numerous years for the Eva Maloney Circle at the church. She was a choir member from the time she was old enough until she was no longer strong enough. Her beautiful alto voice brought joy to all of us and will always be remembered.
She is survived by her two children, Deborah P. Truesdale and her husband, Vick of Heath Springs, S.C., E. Ray Pardue and his wife, Sue of Woodruff, S.C.; two grandsons, Joe McIsaac and his wife, Nikki and Justin Pardue and his wife, Katia; four grandchildren and her brother, Benny Brazell and his wife, Geri of Lancaster, S.C. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Ernest Pardue.
A service to celebrate her life will be held at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 9, 2023, in the sanctuary of Oak Ridge A.R.P. Church, Heath Springs, S.C. Chaplain Gerald Moss will officiate.
The family will greet friends immediately following the service in the church Family Life Center.
Memorial remembrances in memory of Mrs. Pardue may be made to Oak Ridge A.R.P. Church, 2774 McIllwain Road, Heath Springs, S.C. 29058.
Arrangements are under the care of Baker Funeral Home, Kershaw, S.C.
