Wanda Sue Adkison Haltiwanger

Wanda Sue Adkison Haltiwanger, 75, wife of James Roddy Haltiwanger for 53 years, of Simpsonville, joined her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 26, 2023.  Born in Augusta, GA, Wanda was a daughter of the late Roy Edward and Mattie Mangham Adkison.

Wanda graduated from the Barrett School of Nursing and worked as a nurse for a few years before beginning a career in banking.  Wanda was a long-time member of First Baptist Church in Simpsonville.  She was an avid crafter and enjoyed spending most of her time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, Wanda is survived by three children, Haley  Jeffcoat (Jeff), Lori Kellett (David), and Russell Haltiwanger (Stephanie) all of Fountain Inn; six grandchildren, Brady Jeffcoat, Shealy Jeffcoat, Claire Kellett, Oneal Kellett, Maddox Haltiwanger, and Ridge Haltiwanger; two sisters Rita Hadden (Wayne) of Aiken and Evie Duncan (Ronnie) of North Augusta; a cousin she thought of as a sister, Darlene  Claxton (Alan) of Beech Island, SC; two sisters-in-law, Polly Coleman (Ron) of Easley and Sherry Haltiwanger of Beech Island; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Wanda was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Mike Haltiwanger.

The family will be at the home of Lori and David Kellett in Fountain Inn.

A visitation will be held on Monday, January 30, 2023, at First Baptist Simpsonville beginning at 1:00 pm.  The Funeral Service will follow in the Worship Center beginning at 2:00 pm.  A private burial will follow the service at Cannon-Byrd Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to: First Baptist Church Simpsonville, 3 Hedge St., Simpsonville, SC 29681.

Condolences to the family of Wanda Sue Adkison Haltiwanger

  • carolyn bluford
    1 year ago

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have work with Wanda for over ten years at the Palmetto Bank she taught me a lot she will be greatly missed. Love Carolyn

    • Ricky Morgan
      1 year ago

      So,so sorry to hear about Wanda, she was so very sweet.Praying for ALL family members.

      • Maddox Haltiwanger
        12 months ago

        Thank you she was my mama and I loved her very much

  • Thelma Blair
    1 year ago

    So sorry to hear about Wanda. She was a beautiful lady. Thinking of and praying for her family.

  • John Mullins
    1 year ago

    Russell & Stephanie, so sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Haltiwanger.. y’all will be in our Prayers ! ❤️❤️🙏🙏

  • Brenda Yoder
    1 year ago

    Roddy and Russell, I’m so sorry to read of your wife and mothers passing! Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family! Hugs to you both! 🙏🙏🙏💟

  • Haley and Jeff and Family:
    So sorry for your loss. Your Mother was such a sweet lady. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Lynn and Keaver Fowler

  • John Hastings Sr
    1 year ago

    Russell, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom. My prayers for you and all of your family.

  • Carol Emory
    1 year ago

    We are so sorry for your loss, and you all are in our prayers!
    Love and prayers,
    Carol and Charles Emory

  • Sherri Wilson
    1 year ago

    To all of the family,
    We are extremely sorry to hear about Wanda.
    Please know that all of us will keep you in thought and prayer.
    Much love,
    Andy & Sherri Wilson

    • Maddox Haltiwanger
      12 months ago

      Thank you she was my mama and I loved her very much

  • Phyllis Bingham
    1 year ago

    No words to express our sadness for your loss. Prayers for all.

    Phyllis and Steve Bingham

  • Sandra Powers
    1 year ago

    Praying for your family.
    I spent many years working with Wanda and sharing many laughs..
    I can still see the many Christmas sweatshirts she made for my children when they were little.
    Love and prayers,
    Sandra Powers

    • Rosemary Cunningham
      1 year ago

      Roddy, to your family I was very sad to hear about Wanda. Rita and Evie, I can’t imagine how you must feel now, y’all were so close. I always admired that.

      Prayers for everyone.

      Rosemary Lyons Cunningham

  • Sandra Friese
    1 year ago

    Roddy, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you,
    your family and friends. 🙏. Sandy Friese

  • Karen Lane
    1 year ago

    So sorry for the loss of a lady who loved her family so much. My prayers and condolences.

  • Kevin Ward
    1 year ago

    It’s sad to lose so many people we have known for years. I have not seen Roddy in years but knew him well during high school days. May God give peace to your family that only He can give. Prayers for each of you.

  • Robin B Cantrell
    1 year ago

    Losing a family member is one of life’s largest and most exhausting mountains to climb. As your family makes this journey of grief, may God provide you with strength and grace. Wanda was a woman who gracefully lived her life.

  • Sawyer
    1 year ago

    Roddy, we were shocked and saddened to hear of Wanda’s passing. Our love and prayers are with you and your family during this sad, sad time. Gunn and Anne Sawyer

  • Linda Dean
    1 year ago

    Roddy,
    David and I are so sorry to hear of Wanda’s passing. We keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Take care.
    Linda and David Dean

  • Roddy, we were shocked and saddened to hear of Wanda’s passing. Our prayers are with you and your family as you try to navigate this sad, sad time.

    Gunn and Anne Sawyer

  • Ann Diamond
    1 year ago

    My sincere condolences to the family. Wanda was such a sweet lady & will surely be missed, prayers for the family during this difficult time.

  • Rose Ann Woods
    1 year ago

    So sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing I love all three Haltwanger children!

  • Vance Coleman
    1 year ago

    Roddy and family,
    So very sorry for your loss. Prayers and love for you all.

  • joseph knight
    1 year ago

    Roddy, Rita and Evie. I am so sorry to hear about Wanda. She was a wonderful person and a great employee at the bank.

  • Tranis Harper
    1 year ago

    Roddy and family, I am so sorry to hear about Wanda. She was always a sweet and caring person. My prayers are with you all.

  • Susan Barbre
    1 year ago

    Dear Family, I’m so sorry for your loss of Ms Wanda. She was a special lady and friend. Every time we saw each other she would give me a hug. A sweet and caring lady. It was my privilege to have known her!! My prayers are that God bless you with peace and comfort.
    Susan Barbre

  • Ernie Wren
    1 year ago

    Roddy, Rita, Evie, & Family, you all have my sympathy. I am sorry to hear about Wanda’s passing. I remember her well during her Georgia Railroad Bank days in Augusta and how nice she always was to everyone. God Bless You.

  • Jonathan Randall
    1 year ago

    To the Haltiwanger family, especially James, Lori, Russell, and Haley…I’m so very sorry for your loss. Your entire family is in my prayers.

    Psalm 68:20
    Our God is a God of salvation, and to God, the Lord, belong deliverances from death.

  • TONYADOTSON Dotson
    1 year ago

    Roddy, condolences to you and family for Mike and now Wanda. Both were good people. They will be missed by many. God bless. Edward and Tonya Dotson.

  • Vicki Walpole
    1 year ago

    Deepest condolences to Wanda’s family. Prayers and hugs for the entire family! She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and sister.

  • Rebecca Mejia-Ward
    1 year ago

    On behalf of the Ward family, we are very sorry to hear of the family’s loss and will keep you all in our prayers during this difficult time.

  • Kim Genoble
    1 year ago

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss! You all are in our thoughts and prayers!

    Much love,

    Steve and Kim Genoble

  • Chad Foster
    1 year ago

    So sorry for your family’s loss – she was a kind lady and will be missed.

  • Susan Rauch
    1 year ago

    Roddy & family, I am sorry to hear of Wanda’s passing. I know all too well how it feels to loose one that we love. Sending love & prayers to all of you. Susan Rauch 💕

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