Dolgely C

Greenlee

Dolgely "Dolly" Greenlee, 74 of North Charleston, SC, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026 and with her she carried strength, determination, and a spirit that would leave a lasting mark on everyone she met. 

Dolly was born on April 20, 1952 in Manila, Philippines, she was the daughter of the late Dolores Florentino Cruz and the late Benjamin Cruz. 

She made South Carolina her home where she established Sanno Japanese Express in 2003. She built not only a business but also a legacy through her perseverance and unwavering dedication. She was known for her infectious work ethic, and her relentless determination to accomplish anything she set her mind to. An incredibly talented woman, she had a gift for many things, from sewing and creating beautiful paintings, to successfully running her business with passion. There was very little she could not do, and even less she could not overcome. 

Dolly fought a long battle with cancer before sadly passing away. Though she may be gone from our sight and presence, her story will not end here. Her family will carry on her name, her values and everything she worked so hard to build into the generations that came after her. Her life left a mark that time could never erase. 

As well as her parents, Dolly is preceded in death by her brothers Milo and Junior Cruz. 

Dolly is survived by her husband, WIlliam Polanco; her sons: Eugene Vega, Rommel Carswell (Stacie), and Gerard Vega (Sheila); her grandchildren: Miguel Carswell, Jarren Vega, Diego Carswell, Naomi Vega, Isabella Carswell, Gizelle Vega and Remy Carswell; and her sisters: Dolor Hendricks, Heldy Valle, and Nardina Dizon. 

The family will receive friends for a celebration of life on Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home in Goose Creek.

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at mcalister-smith.com.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation, 869 St. James Avenue, Goose Creek, SC 29445, (843) 553-1511.