Zelma Haskell Townsend,91, of Charleston, widow of Paul E. Townsend Jr, entered into eternal rest Sunday February 17, 2019. Zelma was born in Barnwell, SC, a daughter of the late Harry Hampton Haskell and Victoria Hutto Haskell.
She had worked as a supervisor at American Tobacco Company for over 16 years. She enjoyed working in her flower garden and growing vegetables, reading her bible and fishing with her husband.
Zelma is survived by her daughter Teresa Classen (Charles), son: Paul E. Townsend III (Rhonda) , 3 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years.
The relatives and friends of Zelma H. Townsend are invited to attend her graveside services on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at 11 am at Carolina Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 am at CAROLINA MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME.
Arrangements provided by CAROLINA MEMORIAL PARK, FUNERALS and CREMATIONS, 7113 Rivers Ave., N. Charleston, SC 29406 (843)797-2222. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.carolinamemorial.com.