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.

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.

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.

Bishop Johnathan W. Fowler

Associate

D' Andre Johnson

Associate

Alison Corley

Funeral Attendant

Harry Geddis

Funeral Attendant

Kamuzu Scavella

Funeral Attendant