Sandra Williams Graves

Sandra Williams Graves, 84, of Kershaw, S.C., passed away Monday evening, October 12, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Darlington, S.C., she was the daughter of the late James Beattie Williams and Eunice Stover Williams. Sandra attended Queens College and devoted 28 years of her career to the Lancaster County School District, where she served as an administrative assistant and guidance assistant at Andrew Jackson High School.

Sandra treasured time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren. She found joy in cooking for those she loved, painting, and camping. A faithful member of Kershaw Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Sandra was an active part of the church family, serving in various capacities and sharing her voice as a member of the choir.

In addition to her parents, Sandra was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Douglas “Doug” Graves, and her brother-in-law, Malcolm McIsaac.

Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Douglas Kyle Graves and his wife, Frances “Fran,” and Kendra Graves Bailey and her husband, Rick; her grandchildren, Lily Graves, Hunter (Maya) Bailey, Seth (Amanda) Graves, Jake Bailey, and Abbie (Jake) Johnson; and her great-grandchildren, Wyatt and Blythe Graves. She is also survived by her siblings, Elaine McIsaac, Gail (Dale) Williams, and Blake (Harriett) Williams, as well as her brothers-in-law, James Graves and Stephen (Liz) Graves.

A service celebrating Sandra’s life will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2026, in the sanctuary of Kershaw Evangelical Presbyterian Church, located at 201 North Cleveland Street, Kershaw, S.C. 29067. The Reverend Tom Orred will officiate.

A private family burial will take place at Kershaw City Cemetery prior to the service. Following the service, the family will receive friends on the front lawn of the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kershaw Evangelical Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 611, Kershaw, S.C. 29067.

Arrangements are under the care of Baker Funeral Home, Kershaw, S.C.