Blanche Glover

Blanche Govan Glover
December 9, 2020
Columbia, South Carolina - Blanche Govan Glover of Columbia, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest, Wednesday December 9, 2020. Graveside services will be held at Belleville Memorial Gardens. Orangeburg, SC on Tuesday December 15, 2020 at 11am. Public viewing will be held at Carson's Funeral Home, St Matthews SC, on Monday December 14, 2020 from 3-6pm.
Blanche was born in Calhoun County, SC and was the daughter of the late Harry and Sarah General Govan. She was the fourth of ten children born to this union.
Blanche spent her early years attending elementary and high school in Calhoun County schools. She went on to attend college at Florida Normal, and Florida A&M and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Benedict College in Columbia, South Carolina. She later obtained her Master's degree in education from South Carolina State College. She taught elementary school in Broward County, FL and Calhoun County schools before moving to Felton Laboratory School on South Carolina State campus August 1965. She retired from Felton May 1987. Blanche had a special love for children and spent her career teaching elementary school students. She tutored adults in reading during her retirement. In 1998, Blanche moved from Orangeburg, South Carolina to Columbia, South Carolina to be closer to her children and grandchildren.
Blanche was united in holy matrimony to the late Eugene Glover. This union was blessed with two children, Eugene II and Blanche Marva.
At an early age, Blanche professed her faith in Jesus Christ, was baptized, and joined First Baptist Church of St Matthews, South Carolina. At First Baptist, she served faithfully as a member of the Trustee Board and other areas of the church. Blanche remained a loyal member until she moved to Columbia, SC. While in Columbia, she attended Westminster Presbyterian Church. At Westminster, she was an active member until her health declined. She was a member of the Women's Circle, was a teacher of the Ladies Bible Class, and assisted with Vacation Bible School. In addition to working in the church, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and going to activities they were involved with at their schools. She also enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, and shopping. She was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc, in addition to educational organizations.
Blanche was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Glover. She leaves to cherish her memories: her two children, Eugene(Shirley) Glover II of Irmo, South Carolina and Blanche Marva (Alfred) Chisholm of Columbia, SC; her three grandchildren, Dr. Phillip (Dr. Smith Ann) Glover Chisholm of Milwaukee, WI; Emery M. Alexander( Caroline) Chisholm of Fort Mill, SC; and Blanche S. Christina Chisholm of Oakland, CA; one great grandson, Xavi Glover Chisholm of Milwaukee, WI; one great granddaughter Adelaide English Chisholm of Fort Mill, SC; three sisters, Francis (Vernard) Randolph of Brooklyn, NY; Sarah Rhames of Orangeburg, SC and Berthena Prater of Orangeburg, SC; one brother, Leon (Tina) Major of Hempstead, NY; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.
The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation for the sympathy, comforting words, prayers, and all expressions of kindness and concerns. The family would especially like to thank the staff of Harbison Hall for their consistent, attentive treatment, and incredible care. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Westminster Presbyterian Church-Kids Cafe, 1715 Broad River Rd, Columbia, SC 29210.