Modestine Mingo Dewitte

Mrs. Modestine Mingo-Dewitte more affectionately known as “Mott” or “Motty” was born March 6, 1956 in Bamberg, South Carolina, to Roslin Mingo and the late Joseph Mingo. Mott departed this life in the early morning on July 27, 2025 at Lexington Hospice House. Mott was educated in the public schools of Ehrhardt/Bamberg, SC. She obtained her cosmetology license from Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and worked a host of jobs from property management to retail. Primarily her passion was hair, working at several salons over her career. She medically retired in 2006, but continued to do hair for family and friends at her home. When she was very young she was baptized at Rizer Methodist Church. She attended several churches throughout her life and always stayed connected to God's word.

She was joined in Holy Matrimony to David Dewitte on November 25, 2005. She was blessed to have one beautiful daughter Pamela Yvette Mingo-Hyman whom preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death were two brothers Jervey Mingo and Marvin Mingo.

Mott was called home by the Lord in his infinite wisdom after living a love filled life and will be missed by many.

She is survived by her husband David Dewitte of Columbia, SC. Her mother Roslin Mingo of Ehrhardt, SC Five siblings; Lorene Mingo of Columbia SC; Jeffrey Mingo of Orangeburg SC; Joseph Mingo Jr. of Ehrhardt, SC; Diane Mingo-Bamberg (Clyde)of Ehrhardt, SC; Melvin Mingo (Grace) of Ehrhardt, SC; a sister in-law Shirley Mingo of Bamberg, SC. and one surviving uncle James Mingo (Jeri) of Gilbert, SC. Also left to cherish her memories are her special niece and considered her daughter Adrienne Byrd-Nickerson (Preston) of Columbia, SC. 4 grandchildren, Jayden

and Dominic Hyman, Alexis and Amara Byrd, 1 great-grandchild, A host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. A number of close friends who loved Mott dearly; Linda Lee Amos, Serecea Parker “Cee Cee”, Deidre Breedlove “Dee Dee”, Glenda Washington, and Debra Dickens along with many more who adored her.

My Love

Finding each other by chance choosing to love each other daily. I will miss you every moment I am still here longing to hold you in my arms, missing the sweet sound of your voice. Having been your husband is the greatest achievement of my life. My friend, my confidant, my world. Not having you here leaves a void that can't be filled. There will be many more tears, but I will live with God's grace and mercy and pray I see you again one day.

Your Loving Husband

A visitation for Modestine will be held Friday, August 1, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork Chapel, 7600 Woodrow St, Irmo, South Carolina 29063. A viewing will occur Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM, 7600 Woodrow St, Irmo, South Carolina 29063. A funeral service will occur Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM, 7600 Woodrow St, Irmo, South Carolina 29063.