Ethelean Henneghan Frison was born in Florence County, South Carolina on January 22, 1940 to the late

Walter Lee and Mattie Myers Hennighan. Surrounded by her children, Ethelean entered eternal rest at

Medical University of South Carolina, Friday, February 14, 2025.

At an early age, Ethelean became a member of Olive Grove Baptist Church in Coward, South Carolina

where she accepted Christ as her personal Lord and Savior. After marriage, she joined Savannah Grove

Freewill Baptist Church where she faithfully served on various ministries: Youth Sunday School Teacher,

Youth Choir Director, Gospel Choir Director, Usher Board, Missionary Board, Praise Team, and Event

Planner. Ethelean was a dedicated sister of Bright Light Chapter #188 Order of Eastern Stars District IX

for over 50 years.

Ethelean received her formal education in Florence County Schools. She was employed at Wentworth

Manufacturing Company during her early years. Ethelean dedicated fifteen years of her professional

career in Bridal and Formal wear to Tyndall’s Bridal Shop in Florence, South Carolina. After twenty

years of service, she retired from alterations and support from Belk’s of Florence where she was the

recipient of numerous awards including the Pace Setter award exemplifying commitment to quality,

service and overall performance. Ethelean’s true joy in life, however, came from her family. She shared

forty-nine wonderful years of marriage with her loving husband, the late Eddie Frison Jr., creating a

strong and enduring partnership built on love, trust, and mutual support. Together, they raised five

beautiful children and built a home filled with laughter, love, and cherished memories.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Ethelean had a zest for life along with a diverse range of talents and

interests. She was the owner and operator of Ethelean’s Exclusive Shop where she designed, created, and

altered clothing for her friends, family and community. She had a passion for sewing, gardening, writing,

performing, and traveling. Ethelean loved family gatherings at her home, especially Christmas

celebrations with her children and grandchildren.

Ethelean was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Frison Jr. and son, Nathaniel Frison; Son-in-law,

Charles Eaddy; Grandson, Zachary Frison; Sisters, Edna Mae Hawkins and Allie Mae Frison; Brothers,

Walter Hennighan, and Henry J. Hennighan.

Precious and lasting memories are cherished by four children: Sharon Frierson Eaddy of the home;

Elizabeth Jenkins, (Johnnie) of Wilson, NC; Eddie L. Frison (Rose) of Myrtle Beach, SC; Anthony M.

Frison, (Stephanie), Tuscaloosa, AL; Daughter-in-Laws, Barbara Frison, Effingham, SC and Sharon

Frison, Coward, SC; Seven grandchildren: Charleton Eaddy (LeAndria), Florence, SC; Terrell Frison,

(Arriana) Timmonsville, SC; Staci Frison, (TJ Warren), Aldephi , MD; Jon Wesley Jenkins (Liz), Fuquay

Varina, NC; Karisma Shanice Barr,(Mike) Coward, SC; NaQuan Frison and NaShon Frison, Effingham,

SC; Six Great Grandchildren: JaCari Frison, Ki’hilayaisa Daniels, Kaydence Gamble, Jerimiah Lewis,

Amari Frison and Karter Barr. Two sisters: Pecola Rollins, Arlington, VA; Bertha L Wade,

Gaithersburg, MD, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Please keep the Frison family in your thoughts and prayers during this time of mourning.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ideal Funeral Parlor, Inc.

Memorials and condolences may be sent to Ideal Funeral Parlor, Inc., 106 E. Darlington Street, Florence, SC 29506, or shared online at www.idealfuneral.com.