Bernice Mims Crosby

Bernice Mims Crosby, of North Charleston, SC, widow of Thomas E. Crosby, entered into eternal rest on December 16, 2016. Bernice was born June 16, 1926 in Eutawville, SC, daughter of the late Hessie E. Mims and the late Leila Jackson Mims. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral service Thursday, December 22, 2016 at 12:00 noon in J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Northwoods Chapel, 2180 Greenridge Road. Interment will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. Visitors may call at the chapel one hour prior to the service.

Bernice was a graduate of Stokes Business College and retired as a marketing specialist from the Defense Supply Agency. She was a member of the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. In earlier years she was active in Garden Club work. Bernice was a faithful member of Holmes Avenue Baptist Church of North Charleston.

Surviving are a daughter, Patricia C. Inman of North Charleston, SC; grandson Benjamin B. Inman, Jr. (Alicia) of Rapid City, South Dakota; and her great-grandchildren, Audrey Marie and Braydon Brooks Inman. She is also survived by her nieces.

In addition to her husband of 67 years, Tommy, she was preceded in death by a sister, Leola Mims Dixon, and a brother, Hubie E. Mims.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Holmes Avenue Baptist Church, 4602 Durant Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405, or to the charity of one's choice.