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Obituaries
Local obituaries for Spartanburg, South carolina.
Gerald Roosevelt Davis
Oct 24, 2026
Gerald Roosevelt Davis, affectionately known as “Hopo” and “Greenwood,” was born on April 30, 1961, in Greenwood, South Carolina, to the late Roosevelt Settlers and Rosemary Davis. He received his education in Greenwood School District 50.
Gerald was formerly employed by the City of Greenwood in the Sanitation Department and also worked as a chef at BMW.
Gerald was a loving, caring,...
Julia Long
Oct 19, 2026
Julia Frances Long, affectionately known as “Doll,” was born on September 13, 1943, in Union, South Carolina, to the late Eliza Jefferies and Dave Dawkins. She received her education at Foster’s Chapel School.
Julia was a woman whose warmth, generosity, and loving spirit left a lasting impression on those blessed to know her. She found great joy in the simple pleasures...
Dreamer Ree Clemons
Oct 16, 2026
Remembering Dreamer
Dreamer Clemons was born on January 8, 1939, in Spartanburg County to the late Horace Harris & Minnie Mings.
Dreamer was a devoted companion and friend to Mrs. Nancy Converse-Crowley for 50 years. She loved her family and caring for them and anyone who she could help in her community. Her passion was cooking, talking to anyone who would listen,...
Ricky Porter, Jr.
Oct 16, 2026
A Life Remembered, A Legacy Cherished
Ricky Porter Jr. was a beloved son, devoted father, cherished brother, nephew, and friend whose life was filled with love, laughter, and treasured memories. His warm personality, genuine spirit, and love for those closest to him left a lasting impression on the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.
Born on February 28, 1985,...
Doris Jean Gist
Oct 14, 2026
Doris Jean Gist, affectionately known as “Dot” or “Lucy”, was born on August 26, 1943, to the late Mary Dunham and the late Webbie Smith. She was of the Baptist faith and was baptized at an early age. Doris was a faithful member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Spartanburg, SC, where she served on the Senior Citizen Board,...
William Porter Pilgrim
Oct 14, 2026
William Pilgrim was born on October 31, 1957, to the late William Alexander Pilgrim and the late Edna Mae Wilkins Pilgrim, in Inman, South Carolina. He was educated in the Spartanburg County School System.
William loved spending time with his family and friends. Most of all, he enjoyed singing with gospel groups in and around the Upstate area. His favorite colors...
Thomas William Samuel
Oct 9, 2026
Mr. Thomas William Samuel, 86, of Lyman, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest peacefully at home on Friday, October 9, 2026.
A native of Spartanburg, South Carolina, he was the beloved son of the late Jack and Algemena Samuel. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Tamara S. Souders; two brothers, Michael Samuel and William "Jack" Samuel; father and...
William Douglas Foster
Oct 8, 2026
In Loving Memory of
William Douglas Foster
A Life of Love, Laughter, and Cherished Memories
William Douglas Foster was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life reflected love, laughter, and devotion to family. With his outgoing personality, infectious sense of humor, and welcoming spirit, he had a gift for bringing joy to everyone around him. He never met a stranger, and...
Virginia Miller Brown
Oct 4, 2026
Virginia Miller Brown, affectionately known as “Gin”, was born on January 28, 1942, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to the late Helen Shell Miller and Richard Miller. From the beginning, Virginia possessed a spirited personality, a love for people, and a strength that would remain evident throughout her life.
Virginia was educated in the Spartanburg County school system and was a proud...
Gwen Ann Jeter Pendergraph
Sep 28, 2026
Gwendolyn Ann Jeter Pendergraph, lovingly called “Gwen,” entered the world on January 24, 1962, in Spartanburg, SC. She was born to Janice Cartledge and the late Benjamin English. Her life became one marked by strong opinions, genuine laughter, good food, family, faith, and a personality that never simply blended into the background.
A product of Spartanburg County schools, Gwen graduated from...
Connie Mae Wallace
Sep 26, 2026
Connie Mae Wallace was born, on November 13, 1943, to the late Richard Jerome Rice and Moriah Rice, in Spartanburg SC. Educated in Spartanburg County schools, she was a1961 graduate of Carver High School. She possessed a straightforward personality and enjoyed reading books and watching movies. She was a member of Believers Fellowship Assemblies of God.
She was preceded in death,...
Ella M. Henderson
Sep 16, 2026
Ella Mae Henderson was born, on February 15, 1936, to the late Jessie Mae Hunt and the late Danke Dominick in Spartanburg, SC. She was educated in Spartanburg County Schools and attended Carver High School. She was employed at Leigh Fibers, Powell Knitting Mill and Toledo Scales. She loved watching Judge Judy. She was a member of Harrison Grove Baptist...
Evelyn Rice
Sep 15, 2026
Miss Evelyn Rice, a resident of Spartanburg, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. She was born in Spartanburg, on January 27, 1950, to the late Clyde and the late Lula Beckham Rice.
Evelyn was a 1968 graduate of Carver High School, where she was a member of the band. She also attended Cecil’s Business College.
Evelyn dedicated...
Scottie Garner
Sep 1, 2026
Scottie Garner was born on August 3, 1955, in Spartanburg, SC, to the late Perry Foster and Juanita T. Nash. He was educated in Spartanburg County schools and attended Spartanburg High School. A hardworking man, Scottie spent many years employed in the textile industry. He worked at Mayfair Mill and later at Leigh Fibers, where he served as a material...
Brianna Shiesha Zara Edwards
Aug 31, 2026
Brianna Shieisha Zara Edwards, affectionately known as “ Bri and Zy ,” was born on January 26, 2001, in Spartanburg, SC, to LeVonda Gist. From the beginning, Brianna possessed a quiet and gentle spirit that would become one of the defining qualities of her life.
Brianna was educated in the Spartanburg County school system and was a graduate of Byrnes High...
Herbert Jackson
Aug 31, 2026
Herbert Lee Jackson, affectionately known as “Herb,” was born on April 16, 1965, in Spartanburg, SC, to the late Lillie Bell Jackson and and the late James R. Jackson. He was educated in Spartanburg County schools and was a graduate of Dorman High School. Herbert continued his education at Spartanburg Technical College and went on to work for many years...
Anne Mathis Maybin
Aug 28, 2026
Ms. Anne Mathis Maybin of Spartanburg, South Carolina, entered eternal rest on Friday, August 28, 2026, following a brief illness. Born in Spartanburg County, Anne was the daughter of Mr. Floyd Mathis and the late Mrs. Beulah Petty Mathis.
A proud 1983 graduate of Spartanburg High School, Anne continued her education at the Spartanburg Methodist College, where she received an Associate...
Ta'Mia Shanea Smith
Aug 21, 2026
Ta’Mia Smith of Greenville SC entered eternal rest on Friday August 21st, 2026. Born in Spartanburg SC. Ta’Mia was the daughter of Mr. Timothy Smith and the late Myrtle Smith.
Ta’Mia Smith (Mia) was a beautiful, intelligent, and loving woman whose life was deeply rooted in her love for her children and family. She possessed a brilliant mind, a caring heart,...
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