Harley, Deacon

“For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” II Timothy 4: 6-8 (KJV) Deacon Joseph Harley was born to Plummer and Pattie Smith Harley on May 20, 1922 in Suffolk, Virginia. He entered into eternal rest after an extended illness on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at Carolinas Hospital System, Florence, South Carolina. Joseph was the youngest of ten children and helped on his family farm in Suffolk before joining the Army. He attended the public schools in Suffolk. His profession was that of a janitor in the school system. He was a member and a Deacon of Sandy Grove Missionary Baptist Church. His faith in Jesus was strong. He arose in the morning praying and went to bed the same way. Left to cherish fond memories are: a son, Lafayette Harley of Virginia; one sister, Vergie Holliman of Suffolk, VA; a devoted sister and brother-in-law and caregivers, Gloria (Herbert) Brigman of the home; another sister-in-law, Kathleen Samuel of Effingham, SC; other brothers-in-law, Joseph Felder of Florence, SC, and Elijah Felder of Timmonsville, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceding him in death was his parents; his beloved wife, Novella Felder Harley; six brothers; and two sisters.