With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Joan Sumpter, 75, of Greeleyville, SC, wife of Leander Sumpter, who passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026.

Life Reflections

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives, do I give to you.  Let not your heart be troubled, neither let them be afraid.

John 14:27

Joan D. Sumpter, was born February 12th, 1951, to the late Bennie & Mary Lee Dukes in Lane, South Carolina. On the morning of August 31, 2026, Joan entered into eternal rest.

Joan was a graduate of C.E. Murray High School, Class of 1968. She also obtained an Associates Degree years later after her graduation. She worked at Oneita Knitting Mills until it closed in 1996 and was an employee for Longland Plantation until she retired.

She gave her life to Christ at an early age and joined Bethel A.M.E. Church. She was an active member of the Gospel Choir, a loyal Treasurer of the Fannie G. Gibson Women's Missionary Society, a dedicated member of the Board of Trustees, a dependable Class Leader, and an excellent church secretary for many years.

Joan was preceded in death by: her parents; one son, Derrick Sumpter; five brothers, Jacob Dukes, Kenneth Dukes, Nathaniel Dukes, Bennie Dukes Jr, and Ricky Dukes; and one sister, Geraldine White.

She leaves to cherish her memories forever: her loving husband, Leander Sumpter of Greeleyville, SC; her children, Tondrick (Gwen) Sumpter of Georgetown, SC, Shaundrell Sumpter of Lane, SC, and Shatavia Sumpter of Columbia, SC; one sister, Tracie (Nolton) Green of Orangeburg, SC; eight sisters-in-law, Martha (Juan) Lynn, Leatha (Olester) Clemmons, Johnny Sheppard, Marquetta (Carlos) Rich, Tanjal (Timmothy) Fitzgerald, Jannie Dukes, Edith Dukes and Shirley Parson; three brothers-in-law, Billy (Deborah) Patterson, Roy (Wanda) Kelty, and Victor (Corrine) Kelty; one aunt, Millie Riggins; one uncle, Elroy Riggins; six grandchildren; one great grandchild; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

The family will be receiving friends and family starting Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 60 AA Daniels Lane, Greeleyville, SC.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Kingstree, SC. 843-354-2292.