Our Team

Willie C. Stroman

CEO

Chief Apostle Willie C. Stroman is a native of Orangeburg, SC and is widely known throughout the region for his work in the construction industry as well as his faithful service as a minister of the Gospel. He is the founder of  House of Praise Non-Denominational Church of Deliverance, where his commitment to spiritual leadership is clearly evident.   With a deep passion for ensuring that families are cared for with quality, respect and professionalism, Pastor Stroman was led to establish Greater Orangeburg Funeral Home. As President and CEO, he remains actively involved in overseeing the operations of the funeral home, ensuring consistent quality of service and that every family is met with the highest level of care and concern.

Michael E. Bartley

Licensed Director/Manager

Michael E. Bartley is a native of Bamberg, SC and a graduate of Grambling State University. He began working in his family's funeral home at the age of 13 and has remained actively involved in the profession for more than 47 years. In 1996 he became a licensed funeral director, further solidifying his lifelong commitment to serving families with care professionalism

In addition to his work in funeral service, Mr. Bartley has dedicated 28 years to public service in law enforcement. In 2015, he founded a mortuary transport service that provides professional support eight funeral homes and three county coroner's offices. He continued his public service as a Deputy Coroner for Orangeburg County and currently serves as an Investigator with the Bamberg County Coroner's office.

Guided by a strong belief in serving with reverence and compassion in all areas of life, Mr. Bartley brings experience and leadership to his role. He is married to Teransa Bartley and are the proud parents of a beautiful daughter, Dominique. 

With his extensive background and dedication, Mr. Bartley is well prepared to meet the responsibilities and challenges of managing Greater Orangeburg Funeral Home.

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Jennifer Rhodes-Whack

Office Manager

Jenifer Rhodes Whack is often the first friendly face families encounter upon entering GOFH, where she is known for extending a warm greeting and welcoming smile. As office Manager, she is entrusted with organizing and overseeing each case with the same care and attention she would give her own family.

Always approachable and  available to answer questions and provide guidance, ensuring that families and clients receive compassionate and dependable support throughout the process.

A native of Orangeburg, she is well known to many of the families the funeral home serves. Her familiar presence, professional dedication, and pleasant demeanor help bring comfort and reassurance to families during difficult times.

Jasmine D. Stroman

Facilities Director

Geoffery Henderson

Support Supervisor

Rev. Geoffery L. Henderson is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George W. and Frankie Dean Henderson. He was born in Cameron, SC but in the year 1965 the Henderson's moved to neighboring Orangeburg, SC where he was educated in the public school system and SC State University. He is in his 40th year as a professional photographer being employed with 2 of SC leading studios (Mitchell's Photography and Cecil Williams Photography). Henderson was consecrated and licensed to preach the gospel in Oct of 2018 and now serves as Associate Minister of Revelation Ministries, Inc. He serves as a board member of the SC Civil Rights Museum. He is also Support Supervisor of the funeral home which puts him in constant contact with families in need of compassionate assistance during their time of need.

Rev. Henderson lives by the motto:   "If I can help somebody, as I travel along, then my living shall not be in vain."

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Diane Purvis

Business Manager

James A. Bell

Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer

Denise Haynes-Floyd

Funeral Attendant

Elaine Brunson-Henderson

Funeral Attendant

Karen Mack-Govan

Funeral Attendant

Laverne Ndiaye

Funeral Attendant

Yvette Hart

Funeral Attendant