EDNA CARITHERS July 18, 1924 - December 24, 2012 Edna Roberts Carithers, age 88, of 1501 East Greenville Street, passed away at National Health Care, Anderson, on December 24, 2012. Born in Seneca, SC, she was a daughter of the late Samuel Oscar Roberts and the late Ella Adams Roberts. For over 60 years, she was the loving and devoted wife of the late Robert E. Lee Carithers until his death. Mrs. Carithers was a homemaker and was a devoted member of Henry Belk Presbyterian Church during its existence, then joined Hopewell Baptist Church where she was active as long as health permitted. Survivors include a sister, Gladys Revis of Seneca, and a special friend and caregiver who was like a daughter to her, Mrs. Dianne McLees and her husband, Larry. Mrs. Carithers was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Robert, as well as 8 brothers and 6 sisters. A Graveside Service honoring the life of Mrs. Edna Carithers will be held on Friday, December 28, 2012, at 12 Noon at Old Silver Brook Cemetery, with Rev. Evan Hill officiating. The family will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Friday, December 28, 2012, from 10 AM until 11:30 AM. The family would like to extend special thanks and much appreciation to Cinda Woodard and those associated with Caris Health Care and the Staff of NHC Station 6 for the loving, thoughtful care they gave to Edna. Contributions in memory of Mrs. Carithers may be made to Hopewell Baptist Church, 3530 Hopewell Road, Anderson, SC 29621. Events Visitation Friday, December 28, 2012 10:00AM - 11:30AM The McDougald Funeral Home 2211 North Main Street Anderson, SC 29621 Email: Gail@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com,laurel@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com Phone: (864) 224-4343 Graveside service Friday, December 28, 2012 12:00PM Old Silver Brook Cemetery 1405 White Street Anderson, SC 29621 Phone: 8642312255 Final Resting Place Old Silver Brook Cemetery 1405 White Street Anderson, SC 29621