News Summary
Alice Cross Glawson, an 88-year-old resident of Beaufort, passed away peacefully after battling Alzheimer’s and dementia. Her life was marked by a loving family legacy and deep connections to her community. A graveside service is scheduled on the anniversary of her marriage, which holds special significance for her family. Known for her work in journalism alongside her late husband, Alice was also recognized for preserving their historic home. In lieu of flowers, her family requests memorial contributions to the local Preservation Trust.
Beaufort, South Carolina – Alice Cross Glawson, an 88-year-old resident of Beaufort, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, after a long and challenging battle with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. She was surrounded by family at the time of her passing.
A graveside service in her honor is scheduled for May 17, 2025, at the cemetery adjacent to the Historic Church of St. Helena, officiated by Reverend Jim Cato. The date holds special significance as it marks the 60th anniversary of Alice’s marriage to her husband, Joseph Jackson Glawson Jr., known as Jack, which took place on May 17, 1963, at St. Phillips Church in Charleston.
Jack Glawson predeceased Alice, with the couple sharing 47 years of marriage before his death. Alice will also be remembered by her four surviving siblings: Carolyn Cross McLean, Margaret Cross Costa, Michael Lewis Cross, and Susan Cross Porteous. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews as well.
Background and Family Legacy
Alice was born to Ella Bush Cross and Luther Cross and had a close relationship with her family throughout her life. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Roger Earl Cross, and several in-laws, including brother-in-law Frank Braxton Costa, mother-in-law Laurie Glawson, father-in-law Joseph J. Glawson, and sisters-in-law Adelaide Glawson Quattlebaum and Isabel Glawson Fulton.
The Glawson family began their journey together while both worked at The News and Courier newspaper in Charleston, where Alice served as an administrative assistant, and Jack worked as a news reporter. Their careers took them from Charleston to several cities, including Charlotte, North Carolina, and Burke, Virginia, before eventually retiring to Beaufort, where they purchased a historic house at 501 Duke Street in 1984.
A Historic Home
Their residence, located in the Old Point area, is historically significant, having once been owned by Robert Smalls, a former slave and Civil War hero who was later elected to Congress. Alice and Jack undertook significant renovations to their home, including raising the structure and replacing its foundation. Their dedicated work on the property was recognized by local authorities for its outstanding preservation efforts, including the addition of a new two-story wing.
Memorial Contributions
In remembrance of Alice Glawson, her family has requested that memorial contributions be made to the Preservation Trust for Historic St. Helena’s Church, allowing her legacy to continue in the community she cherished for many years.
Alice’s life was filled with love, resilience, and commitment to her family and community. Her journey through the challenges of Alzheimer’s and her deep appreciation for history and family will be remembered by all who knew her.
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