E. Hiers Obituary

Eddie Lester Hiers, Sr., 99, of Moncks Corner, SC, passed away peacefully Saturday evening at his residence, surrounded by loved ones. Born June 14, 1926, in Ehrhardt, SC, he was the cherished son of Sammy Perry Hiers and Carrie Elizabeth Brown Hiers. A devoted member of the Wassamassaw Baptist Church, he also found spiritual fellowship at the Lizzie Chapel in the Kamping Kountry Community.

Lester lived a life marked by service and integrity. After early employment with Jack's Cookies, Claussen Bakery, and the Coburg Dairy, he pursued his calling in law enforcement as an officer for the Town of Moncks Corner, where he was affectionately known as "Barney." Later, he dedicated many years to the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office, retiring as a sergeant. Lester was an active member of the Fraternal Order of Police, Berkeley Lodge #269 AFM, the Shriners, and was a former member of the Berkeley Wheelers.

Outside his professional life, Lester was passionate about the outdoors. He cherished time spent in the mountains, especially at Kamping Kountry Campgrounds in Maggie Valley, and was an avid golfer, proudly achieving five holes-in-one. A lover of animals, he also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and sharing his appreciation of nature with family and friends. Lester was preceded in death by his daughter, Carolyn H. Fort; his great grandson, Ryan Rabon; and his great-great grandson, Beau Rabon. He was formerly married to the late Patricia Seigler Hiers.

He is survived by his loving wife, Delores Francisco Hiers; his daughters, Elizabeth Marion of Easley, and Gail Rabon of Port Charlotte, FL; his sons, Eddie L. Hiers, Jr., and his wife Judy of Charleston, and Glenn Hiers of Easley; his stepdaughter, Michelle Rimes and her husband Russell of Pigeon Forge, TN; and his stepson, Mike Tabor and his wife Janice of Sevierville, TN. Lester leaves behind five grandchildren-Tammy M. Morgan (Tony), Brad Hiers (Lisa), Joy M. Thibaudeau (Bobby), Joey Fort (Crystal), and Jennifer Marsh; sixteen great grandchildren; and six great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Friday afternoon, February 27, 2026, in the Chapel of Dial-Murray Funeral Home, Moncks Corner, with interment to follow in Berkeley Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Thursday. Flowers are welcome, or memorials may be made in Lester's honor to the Shriner's Children's Hospital, 950 West Faris Rd., Greenville, SC 29605.

Lester's legacy of kindness, dedication, and love will forever remain in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who had the privilege to know him. As we gather to honor his life, may we find comfort in cherished memories and in the lasting impact he made on his community.

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