John David "Peanut" Lea Sr.

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John David "Peanut" Lea Sr., 72, husband of Bernice Buena Welch Lea, died Sunday, April 20, 2014, at his home.

Born Sept. 8, 1941, in Holly Hill, he was a son of the late Stubo Lea and Mary Elizabeth Daniels Lea. He owned and operated Lea's Outlet Store in Manning for many years.

Survivors besides his wife include a daughter, Lisa Sheppard (Shep) of Manning; a granddaughter, Cameron Sheppard of Manning; a sister, Twettie Hill of Aiken; and a number of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a son, David Lea; and a brother, Jimmy Lea.

A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 24, 2014, at Clarendon Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Bennie Turner officiating.

Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Stephens Funeral Home and other times at the home, 12777 Raccoon Road, Manning.

Stephens Funeral Home & Crematory, 304 N. Church Street, Manning, is in charge of arrangements, (803) 435-2179.

www.stephensfuneralhome.org