With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Roosevelt "Vennie" Pendergrass, 68, of Kingstree, SC, who passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.

Life Reflections

Roosevelt "Vennie" Pendergrass, Jr. was born on July 10, 1957, in Kingstree, to the late Mr. Roosevelt Pendergrass, Sr. and Mrs. Peggie Louise Washington Pendergrass. On May 6, 2026, God called him from labor to reward, and he entered into eternal rest.

Roosevelt was a loving father, grandfather, brother, devoted family man, and cherished friend who was known for his strong presence, wisdom, and deep love for those around him. He touched many lives through his kindness, strength, and willingness to help others. His smile, laughter, and gentle spirit will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

He accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age and joined Mt. Zion United Methodist Church.

He was educated in the Williamsburg County School System and graduated from Kingstree Senior High School in 1975. He later attended The Ohio State University. Roosevelt spent many years working diligently to provide for his family and support those he loved. He worked at Academy Ford in Maryland before returning to Columbia, where he worked as a car salesman at Pulliam Wray-Mazda. Later, he returned to Kingstree and proudly opened Vennie's Carwash and Detailing. Roosevelt deeply valued family and cherished every moment spent with his children, grandchildren, relatives, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Roosevelt Pendergrass, Sr. and Mrs. Peggie Louise Washington Pendergrass, along with many other loved ones who welcomed him into eternal peace.

Roosevelt leaves to cherish his precious memories: his beloved children, Stacey McGill of San Antonio, TX, Tiko Wilson of Upper Marlboro, MD, Salena Wilson of Temple Hills, MD, Kisha (Keith) Scott-McDaniel of Hartsville, SC, Chamar Wilson of Temple Hills, MD, Kayla (Alvin) Brown of Washington, DC, Catherine (Thaddeus) Pendergrass-Merritt and Caleb Pendergrass, both of Columbia, SC and Tyvon Pendergrass of Florence, SC.

He also leaves behind: his siblings, Carrie (Bernard) Tisdale and Peggie (Jerome) Davis, both of Kingstree, SC; Cassandra (Peter) Cooper of SC, Theresa Pendergrass of Greenbelt, MD, Johnnie (David) Harvin of Salters, SC, Nyota Brown Muhammad of NY and Roosevelt (Gretchen) Simmons of Orlando, FL.

He is also survived by: his aunts, Dorothy P. Anderson of Yonkers, NY, Margaret Pendergrass and Ruth Washington of Kingstree, SC; Emma Martin of Lake City, SC; and Carrie Pendergrass; and his uncles, Eugene Washington of Kingstree, SC and Leroy Pendergrass of New York.

Roosevelt also leaves to mourn his passing his special friends, Barry Morgan, Mike Jones, Michael Fulton, Bill York, and his very dear friend, Conya Mouzon; along with a host of 15 grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and dear friends who will forever treasure his memory.

"He was loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure."

Family will be receiving friends at his residence,10278 Hemingway Hwy, Kingstree,SC 29556 starting on Sunday, May 17th until Thursday, May 21st from 4pm-7pm.

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