Beulah "Boo" Rives Cheney Wilson

Beulah "Boo" Rives Cheney Wilson, age 84, of Clemson, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025. 

Born on July 28, 1940, in Selma, Alabama, Boo was the beloved daughter of the late Hugh Rives and Ann Watters Rives. Her early life was marked by a strong commitment to education, as she attended Auburn University, later graduating from the University of Georgia.

Throughout her career, Boo made a significant impact as a public relations executive, where her eloquence and passion shone brightly. This love for connection extended into her personal life, where she was known for her remarkable communication skills and her unwavering willingness to mentor others. She devoted herself to her community in many ways. She was one of the first female Rotarians in the Rotary Club of Clemson, embodying the principle "Service Above Self." She was one of the first members of the Association of Women Professionals and she served on the Clemson University Foundation Board.

Her faith was a cornerstone of her life, and as a devoted member of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, she served as Senior Warden and took great pride in her mentorship role with Education for Ministry. Boo’s commitment to her church and its community reflected her deep-seated belief in the importance of service and spiritual guidance.

Boo's personal interests included her love for golf, which she enjoyed in her leisure time, often alongside her friends and family. Her vibrant personality and warmth drew many into her life as she nurtured relationships that transcended conventional bounds. She became a mother figure to many, treating friends as if they were family, and embracing everyone withkindness who entered her life. 

She is survived by her loving husband, John Wilson; her cherished children, Robert Cheney (Becky), Ellie Halpin (Jay), Caroline Cheney (Paul), Andrew Wilson, Tim Wilson (Cindy), Bill Hestir, Mary Katherine Taylor Eastis (David), and Ben Hestir (Misty). Boo was also a proud grandmother, leaving behind a legacy of love through her many grandchildren and those she lovingly adopted into her heart.

A memorial service to celebrate Boo's life and the many ways she touched others will be held at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Clemson on Saturday, March 1st, 2025 at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Holy Trinity, with “Boo Wilson Memorials” in the memo line, at 193 Old Greenville Highway, Clemson, SC 29631

As we remember Boo, we carry forward her spirit of generosity, compassion, and mentorship, a true testament to a life well-lived. She will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege to know her.

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