Peace (Fewell) Gaston

Louise Peace Fewell Gaston passed away on July 15, 2025 at her home in Denmark, SC. She was 87 years old. Peace was born on November 20, 1937 in Rock Hill, SC, the firstborn of Louise and Alexander F. (Tut) Fewell. She will be remembered for her intellect, athleticism and love of nature, books, and crossword puzzles. She was a talented artist. Peace’s family and friends will treasure the beautiful bird wood carvings and beach paintings that she lovingly created. Some of her happiest times were spent at Edisto Beach canoeing, sailing, collecting fossils, shark’s teeth and seashells and with her children, grandchildren and best friend Kathie Fennell.

Peace enjoyed her college years at Agnes Scott College and Winthrop University where she received a degree in Physical Education. A Master’s Degree in Education led to her career in teaching with spanned over 28 years. The majority of her years were at Denmark-Olar High School. Her science classes benefited from the many sea creatures, shells and live animals that she gathered and brought to school to enrich the learning experience. Peace was a member of Denmark Presbyterian Church.

Surviving is Peace’s soulmate and love of her life William Newton Gaston. Their 65 years of marriage included two exceptional children, Billy Gaston (Marsha) and Weesie Thomason (Chris). Peace took special pride in her granddaughters Lexi Toole (Nick) and Crissa Thomason.

She is also survived by her sister Margaret Kemp (Dave), and brothers Alex Fewell (Gerri) and Ben Fewell (Elaine). Peace is predeceased by her parents Louise and A. F. (Tut) Fewell. Not to be forgotten is her long line of devoted and cherished dogs.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Denmark Cemetery on Monday, July 21, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorials and contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society, 200 Center Point Circle #100, Columbia, SC 29210 or Strides of Strength Therapeutic Services, 2717 Gaston Farm Rd., Chester, SC 29706.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Grove Park Hospice, Phyllis Parker, Emma Gene Buck, Vickie Osborne, and Nettie Bamberg for their compassionate care.

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