With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Sarah C. Pressley, 89, of Kingstree, SC, widow of the late James B. Pressley, who passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025.

Life Reflections

For I am ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand, I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.

II Timothy 4:6-7

Sarah Little Pressley was born on January 5, 1936 and departed this life on Friday, February 7, 2025 at her residence. Sarah, the daughter of late Thomas Howard Little and Allean Buchanan Little was born January 5, 1936 in Cheraw, South Carolina.

She was educated in the public schools of Coulter Academy in Patrick, SC before moving to Brooklyn, NY, where she graduated from Girls High School. At the age of 12, Sarah accepted Christ and was baptized. She joined Forrest Chapel A.M.E. Church in Patrick, SC. Once she moved to Brooklyn, NY she joined The First A.M.E. Zion Church and worked on the Harriett Tubman Club in 1962.

Sarah met the love of her life James B. Pressley, they married and moved to Kingstree, SC. There she joined Antioch Baptist Church with her husband and sang on the choir. She later joined Greater Bethel A.M.E. Church, where she served on the Missionary and Steward Boards for several years. For over fifty years she cherished and enjoyed being a part of the Esther Chapter Order of the Eastern Star #265.  She continued to work and serve in her passion of caregiving and nurturing others.

Sarah leaves to cherish her precious memories: her daughter, Vanessa (Donald) Tanner of Raleigh, NC; one son, Terry B. Pressley of Kingstree, SC; two grandsons, Donald R. Tanner Jr. of Raleigh, NC and Tyrik Priest of Florence, SC; one granddaughter, Victoria (Albert) King of Raleigh, NC;  one niece, Dorothy Cooley; also one soon to be great grandchild; along with a host of special nieces and nephews she so deeply loved as well as special friends and loved ones that made an impact on her life.

The family will be receiving friends and family at 108 William Cooper Dr., Kingstree, SC.

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