Jocelyn McKenzie Arenas Obituary
The family announces the passing of Jocelyn McKenzie Arenas in Columbia, South Carolina on September 28, 2026. Jocelyn, born on March 6, 1952 in Orangeburg, South Carolina, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jocelyn McKenzie Arenas to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Deacon Fred McKenzie and Elouise Speaks McKenzie; and her siblings, Deacon Manly S. McKenzie and Mary McKenzie. She is survived by: her daughter Jocelyn Bonita Arenas Williams (Patrick); her grandchildren, Keyoshia Diamond Green and Omarion Alberto Cobb; her great grandchildren, Kali Chenel Clark, Kay'mer Alberto Cobb, Saharie Armani Cobb and Sakarie Annare Cobb; her siblings, Ruby Dean Jackson of Columbia, SC, Jerusher M. Evans of Columbia, SC, Jacqueline Williams (Elder Jeffrey) of Elgin, SC and Elder Exodus McKenzie (Karen) of Blythewood, SC; her sister-in-law Williemae McKenzie; and her niece Millette M. Johnes of Las Vegas, Nevada. She is also survived by other loving nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and dear friends.
Viewing was held on Sunday, October 4th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home (2930 Colonial Dr, Columbia, SC 29203). A funeral service was held on Monday, October 5th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
