Caroline Snow Grayson

1862–1937. barnwell, south carolina

Caroline Snow Grayson was born around 1862 in Williamsburg County, South Carolina, to Harry and Lavinia Snow. She was the widow of Cal Grayson and resided in the historic Morrisville Plantation area.

  • Father: Harry Snow

    Mother's Maiden Name: Lavinia Snow

    Spouse: Cal Grayson

  • Full Name: Caroline Snow Grayson

    Sex: Female

    Color or Race: Negro

    Marital Status: Widow

    Date of Birth: c. 1862

    Age: 75 years

    Birthplace: Williamsburg Co., S.C.

    Place of Death: Morrisville Plantation, Mingo Township, Williamsburg Co., S.C.

    Date of Death: October 27, 1937

    Cause of Death: Result of old age, stroke, paralysis (no doctor in attendance)

    Father: Harry Snow

    Mother's Maiden Name: Lavinia Snow

    Spouse: Cal Grayson

    Informant: Billy Grayson (Andrews, S.C. Rt 1)

    Place of Burial: Mill Pond

    Date of Burial: October 28, 1937

    Date Filed: November 8, 1937

  • The death certificate attributes her passing to a combination of advanced age and a stroke accompanied by paralysis. Much like others in her community, she received "no doctor" in attendance.

    In 1937, medical resources for the elderly in rural Williamsburg County were severely limited. Without access to geriatric care or stroke rehabilitation, her family was required to navigate the immense physical and emotional challenges of her final days entirely through home-based care.

    This record underscores the systemic healthcare barriers faced by residents of the Mingo and Morrisville communities during the 1930s.

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