About Us

INTRODUCTION

The first reunion of the Mishoe, Gardner, Moore & Rawls, came into being during the summer of 1984. Mrs. Joan Mishoe Giles made the suggestion, and she and the late Dr. Luna I. Mishoe started our family tradition. She proceeded by calling and developing a committee of family members. A meeting occured sometime between the months of January and March 1984. Plans were discussed and finalized to please all family members in attendance. A letter of intent was mailed to other family members, who live both in and out of the state (of South Carolina).

To our surprise, the responses were great. (Thank you). Needless to say, we were both excited and nervous about this endeavor. This was our first attempt. However, everything went well. Afterward, we received very positive responses from many family members. Following the roll call of various states, given by Mrs. Helen Mishoe Hunt, we were happy to discover that we have relatives who live in most of these United States.

Having much success with the first reunion, the planning committee decided to continue with the reunion every three years. The plan worked with the exception of two occasions. Death was the reasons for having to make changes. We thought that it would be cumbersome and perhaps burdensome to ask family members to come home to South Carolina more than once a year.

Plans for our family reunion have been the same for the past several years. This year, plans are much the same. As you read this booklet, you will find that we included the missing branches of this family. The one of the missing branch is the family of George Sellers Johnson (Mishoe). He was the son of John W. Mishoe, Sr., and Mrs. Yankie Johnson. There are many offspring to come from the loins of Mr. George Sellers Johnson, and most of them reside in the Bucksport Community.

This year, you will find three addendums to the family reunion. One is the most complete family tree of the Mishoe union. Thanks to Miss Johnnie May Brown, daughter of Mr. John & Mattie Mishoe Brown and granddaughter of Lonnie and Rhetta Session Mishoe. Many hours and valuable effort was applied to this task. Also, printed is a list of family members addresses and some telephone numbers. This is an idea written by a family member who attended the last reunion. Thanks. A collage was developed and presented by Ms. Pauline Moore, granddaughter of Mrs. Leola Rawls Davis. She is the great granddaughter of Reverend Glennie Rawls. The photos are actions of events and activities taken during various past family reunions.

Consultants and family members, Ms. Mary E. Owens & Leatha Huggins Carson co-authored/researched Bucksport, South Carolina "Sampling Collections" Hidden History & Experience About Black People. Excerpt from the Dedication Page. "This book is dedicated to you, Mrs. Ruth Frazier McCray and Elders of this community over ninety years old." Mrs. Ruth Frazier McCray is the oldest mother living in the community of Bucksport, South Carolina during the year 2007-2008.

We, Ms. Leatha Huggins and Ms. Mary E. Owens are grateful to all our parents and teachers who shaped our lives and helped us to learn about our true heritage. We thank God and you for the privilege of sharing this information with our present and future generations. We pray and hope that this book of collections will be of interest and meaningful to both you and your family.

If you are interested in purchasing a copy of this book please complete the contact form to contact Ms. Leatha Huggins Carson or Ms. Mary E. Owens.

Long-serving Horry County Councilman James R. Frazier has resigned his seat on County Council effective March 1, 2016.

In his resignation letter to the council, Mr. Frazier expressed his heartfelt gratitude and stated that it has been a high privilege and an honor to serve District 7 for the last 36 years. He gave special thanks to his wife, Jackie, for her steadfast dedication and support during his time in office.

Mr. Frazier’s record of accomplishments in Horry County, particularly in the Bucksport and Conway communities, includes major infrastructure improvements and community service programs. Notably, there will be the lasting legacy of the James R. Frazier Community Center in Bucksport.

“The Horry County Democratic Party salutes James Frazier for his outstanding service and dedication to his community,” said HCDP Chair Joan Furlong. “Mr. Frazier has been a remarkable public servant and strong representative of the Democratic Party in Horry County.” She noted that he was elected as the first African-American chairman of the Party in 1986.

“We look forward to electing another hard-working Democrat to continue Mr. Frazier’s work in District 7,” said Furlong. Individuals interested in running for office are encouraged to contact HCDP.