Rebecca Coker Thies

Rebecca Coker Thies, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and pioneer, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the age of 98. A resident of Summerville, SC, she was born in Turbeville, SC, on Tuesday, March 22, 1927, to loving parents who have since preceded her in death.

Rebecca graduated as the first female with a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering from the University of South Carolina, paving the way for future generations of women in the field. Despite her groundbreaking education, she chose to dedicate her life to nurturing her family as a devoted homemaker.

Rebecca is survived by her beloved husband of many years, Charles Elmer Thies of Summerville, SC. Together, they raised a family filled with love, laughter, and enduring values. Her legacy continues through her children: Mark (Evanne) Thies of Clemson, Brian (Wendy) Thies of Lexington, Earl (Susan) Thies of Summerville, Wade Thies of Myrtle Beach, and Carl Thies of Manassas, VA.

Her grandchildren, Maggie Thies, Luke Thies, Shelby Dix, Emma Coronella, Aaron Thies, Brandon Thies, Evan Thies, Ryan Thies, Jason Thies, and Corinne Thies, held a special place in her heart, along with her treasured great-grandchildren, Amelia, Charles, Margaret, Adaline, Michael, and Thomas.

Rebecca is also survived by her sister, Gertrude Hall, and her brothers, William Luther Coker, Jr. MD, and Steven Coker, MD. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Morgan Coker and Mary Ellen Brigman.

A graveside funeral service will be held in celebration of her remarkable life at the Coker Family Cemetery in Turbeville, SC, on Friday, February 27th, 2026, at 2:30 pm with Rev. Mike Lowder officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in her memory to the church she and her family attended for many years and has held a special place in her heart, Christ Presbyterian Church, 12410 Route 50, Fairfax, VA 22033.

The arrangements and care for Rebecca have been entrusted to Floyd Funeral Home, 138 E. Main Street, Olanta, SC. For further information, please contact (843) 396-4470 or visit their website at www.floydfuneral.com.

Rebecca's strength, intelligence, and kindness will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. She was an extraordinary woman who left an indelible mark on her family and community, and she will be dearly missed.