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Naomi Dreher Obituary

Naomi Hall Dreher COLUMBIA Funeral services for Mrs. Naomi Hall Dreher will be held Monday at 2:00 p.m. in the Saint John Baptist Church with burial in the Lincoln Cemetery. A family visitation will be held this evening beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Leevy's Funeral Home, Taylor Street Chapel. Born in Greeleyville, SC, she was a daughter of the late Reverend Benjamin and Annie Commander Hall. She graduated from Booker T. Washington High School, Benedict College and earned a Master's Degree from S. C. State University. She retired from Richland County School District One after 43 years of dedicated service. She later was the Director of the MATE Program at Benedict College. She was a dedicated member of Saint John Baptist Church; serving as Church Organist, Trustee and Missionary. She is survived by her daughters, Wilberanne D. Wells, Ione D. (Thomas) Saxon, and Sharon D. Minnieweather; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; other loving relatives and friends.

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Published by The State on Mar. 25, 2018.

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Briggs

March 30, 2018

With heartfelt sympathy to the family, may you find comfort in knowing that God understands your pain and will give you the needed strength to get pass this difficult time. Isaiah 40:29

Primavera Jeter

March 26, 2018

Rest in peace. You were always a wonderful and giving person. Thank you for inspiring many as you walked this journey on earth. My condolences to the family.

Keith A. Alford & family

March 26, 2018

Prayers are lifted for the family of Mrs. Naomi Dreher. We, who knew her as an educator and family friend, shall never forget her indelible imprint. She always gave beyond a full measure and at all times promoted excellence in students and colleagues. Giving thanks to God for a bountiful life well lived.

Jonathan Francis, Jr

March 25, 2018

May your memories of Mrs. Naomi Dreher sustain and strengthen you as you navigate the difficult days ahead. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

March 25, 2018

One of the kindest people I've known. She was always encouraging and an empathetic person. I'll remember her for encouraging me to go into education. May Jehovah give your family comfort during this time. Pam Braswell, Columnia SC

March 25, 2018

What a wonderful legacy she leaves, for all educators-selfless, encouraging, and always with a kind word, no matter how long between conversations. I know. It has been many years since, but I remember the warm feeling I had because of her.
DMFitzpatrick

Carmen Fields

March 25, 2018

I extend my deepest sympathy to the Dreher family. I pray wonderful memories will provide a measure of comfort and a spirit of gratitude surrounds you in celebrating the blessing of her long life. What a proud legacy! Much love to you and yours. Carmen Fields

Thomas Javis

March 25, 2018

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

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