Our Staff

Shannon N. DeLoach

President/Manager - Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer

"Be alert to give service.  What counts most in life is what we do for others." - Anonymous

As a young boy, Shannon realized his true passion for funeral service and caring for others. That burning passion led him to open the doors of The Serenity Mortuary, Inc., where his desire is to make the inevitable a pleasant experience for families during their hour of bereavement.  Shannon is a graduate of Colleton County High School located in Walterboro, SC. He then went on to attend Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in Decatur, GA. where he graduated with a degree in Mortuary Science.  Shannon's passion to serve the community also led him to the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. Upon completion of the Academy, he obtained a certificate in Law Enforcement. Shannon began his career in law enforcement with the Mount Pleasant Police Department as a police officer. He then ventured on to  become a Deputy Sheriff with the Charleston County Sheriff's Office. Shannon served the citizens of Charleston County diligently during his tenure.  

Shannon has over 11 years of experience in the funeral service profession.  He is currently a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer for the state of South Carolina. Prior to becoming licensed, Shannon served a two year apprenticeship under the late Christopher Walker, who was the owner and manager of Walker's Mortuary "Chapel of Peace" located on John's Island, SC. Christopher Walker was not only Shannon's mentor, but he was also a friend. Prior to his apprenticeship at Walker's Mortuary,  Shannon had the opportunity to work for other funeral homes where he obtained knowledge and skills vital to the funeral service profession. Those funeral homes are

• Martin's Funeral Home, Estill SC
• Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Homes, Decatur GA
• Sellers-Smith Funeral Home, Newnan GA

Affiliations

• Associate Minister at Trueway Missionary Baptist Church, Summerville SC
  
• Member of Lily Work Lodge #10 (Prince Hall Affiliated) North Charleston, SC.
• Member of Progressive Chapter #310 Order of The Eastern Star, North Charleston, SC.
• Serves as an Elder for The Passage Inc. (A mentoring program for young men)
• Member of the Summerville Branch of NAACP

Shannon realizes that only what you do for others will last, so he has devoted his time to serving others.

Diane L. Carroll - DeLoach

Vice President/Community Outreach Director

Jacqueline Frazier - Hill

Office Manager

Jacqueline Frazier Hill is a native of James Island, SC. She is the daughter of the late Elder Sandy Frazier and the late Viola Smalls Frazier.  She has been married to Tyrone W. Hill, Sr. for 47 years, and is the proud parent of three adult children and grandparent to eight adorable grandchildren.

A graduate of W. Gresham Meggett High School (class of 1969), she graduated from Rice Business College.  There she received her certification in Executive Secretary Administration.

Mrs. Hill retired from Bellsouth/AT&T after thirty-three years in the Administration department.  She prides herself in providing dependable, distinctive customer service.  During her tenure at Bellsouth/AT&T, she received numerous awards and certificates of appreciation for her exemplary customer service.

She is a member of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church where she was the church secretary for 25 years.  She has served in various roles including church financial secretary, trustee, advisor for Heaven’s Angel Ministry, President of Pulpit Aid Board member, and a member of the Missionary Board.  Her favorite scripture is Psalm 27.

Mrs. Hill is a caring, compassionate person and has been with The Serenity Mortuary since it was established May 2013, and proudly serves as the office manager.

In her spare time, she enjoys visiting and bringing encouragement to the sick and shut in members of her church and others.  She also enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.

Rev. Brian Hunt

Associate

Elder Timothy Grant

Associate

Timothy Nathaniel Grant is a native of Charleston, SC and is the last child out of nine children born to Pastor Carl and Mrs. Jacqueline Grant. He is married to his college sweetheart Kamilah Holloway Grant and they are blessed with two daughters Lilah and Iva. Elder Grant has been a staff member of the Serenity Mortuary Inc., since its beginning. Elder Grant serves as the Assistant Dean of Students for Student Clubs and Organizations as well as the Diversity Officer for Charleston Southern University. In his current role Elder Grant oversees 40 clubs and organizations with the help of the Director of Student Activities, the One Accord Gospel Choir and Dancers, and all diversity efforts for the university. Elder Grant has dual Bachelor of Science Degree from Limestone College, a Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Liberty University, and a Master of Divinity in Leadership also from Liberty University. Elder Grant serves as mentor and advisor to many CSU students and around the tri-county area. Grant is an ordained Elder in the Church of our Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith, Inc. and is a member of Greater St. Peter’s Church where he serves as the Assistant and Youth Pastor, Bible Class Teacher and Adult Male Sunday School Teacher. Grant believes in a life of service unto God and all his people.  His favorite scripture is Galatians 6:9 “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”

Tyrell J. Harris

Apprentice Funeral Director & Embalmer

Tyrell J. Harris is a native of Summerville, South Carolina.  He is a 2014 graduate of Summerville High School.  He is 2017 graduate of Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Services a member of National Funeral Director Mortician Association.  Tyrell is currently serving his apprenticeship in Atlanta, Georgia and will be seeking licensure in the state of South Carolina. He is a Certified Crematory Arranger and Operator. Tyrell is also attending Benedict College and will be obtaining his bachelor’s in business administration.

Tyrell believes in serving each family with the care and compassion they require during their time for bereavement.

Anthony Smallwood

Associate / Removal Care Professional

Anthony Smallwood is the proprietor of Smallwood Care Removal Services of South Carolina that originated in 2016. Mr. Smallwood was born in St. Stephens, SC and reared locally, currently residing in North Charleston, SC with his spouse Tierra Horlback-Smallwood. He is the father of Keirsten Mack of South Carolina. Anthony's experience within the service industry of removal of deceased remains began at Scott's Mortuary in Moncks Corner, SC. During his tenure he fulfilled the following roles, office assistant, limousine driver and removal attendant. Progressively, Anthony transitioned his service to The Serenity Mortuary, Inc., Summerville, SC, where his primary focus is removal of remains and also serving as a funeral home assistant. Anthony is a active member of Bethel United Methodist Church, St. Stephens, SC., where he serves as a musician.

Dorothy Greene - Marshall

Associate

Dorothy Greene-Marshall was born in Summerville, SC and currently resides on Summerville with her husband Berry Marshall. She is the mother of three daughters; Denise, April and Rudenia all of South Carolina. Dorothy is a graduate of Alston High School, Summerville, SC. Dorothy was senior class salutatorian. Dorothy attended Limestone College, Charleston, SC, American Society of Phlebotomy and received a Patient Care Technician Certification and Home Health Aide. Dorothy is no stranger when it comes to caring for others.

Dorothy also has a Associate of Science Degree on Theology from Covenant Bible College and Seminary, Summerville, SC (Satellite Site). Dorothy is a member of Word in Life Outreach Ministries, Summerville, SC where she serves as a minister.

"The purpose of human life is to serve and to show compassion and the will to help others." - Albert Schweitzer

Samuel DeLoach, Jr.

Associate

Randy Brown

Associate

Deja' D.M. Turnbull

Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer Apprentice

Ms. Turnbull is from St. Thomas, United States Virgin island, she attends Word in Life Deliverance Ministries, Summerville, SC. She is a 2016 graduate of All Saints Cathedral School and a 2018 graduate of Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service, Decatur, GA. Deja’ is also a member of the National Funeral Director Association, and she is a certified crematory operator.  

“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.”  - Vince Lombardi

Quinteria W. Frasier

Associate

Mrs. Quinteria W. Frasier is a Ridgeville, SC, native (Dorchester County). She is a graduate of Summerville High School, Summerville, SC and Trident Technical College, North Charleston, SC. Mrs. Fraiser is a retired nurse and a member of New Bethel Sounds of Praise, Summerville, SC. She is the proud mother of 6 beautiful children, her only son is predeceased.  Mrs. Fraiser currently resides in Moncks Corner, SC.

Ashley Middleton

Licensed Funeral Director Apprentice

Ashley Middleton is a native of North Charleston, SC. She graduated from Fort Dorchester High School in 2003. In 2008, Ashley completed her undergraduate degree at Claflin University, obtaining her Bachelor’s in Sociology and later received her Master’s in 2015 in Human Resources Management. In 2018, Ashley was granted the opportunity to work in funeral services as an attendant and is now serving as a Funeral Director Apprentice.  She has a passion for the youth and serving in the community while hopefully making a positive impact on those she encounters.  

"Whenever grief tries to steal the beauty of your memories, just remember:

  LOVE. NEVER. DIES." - Author Unknown

Bishop Johnathan W. Fowler

Associate

D' Andre Johnson

Associate