Thomas Irby
Apr 29, 2026
Thomas Irby, affectionately known as “Tommy,” was born on August 24, 1941, to Sarah Rumbley Irby and Arthur Frank Irby, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He was educated in Spartanburg County schools and attended Carver High School.
Thomas worked at Spartan Grain Mill, Converse College, The Draper, and later Spartanburg High School, where he retired. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and working on...
Randy Shands
Apr 26, 2026
Randy Shands was born on May 24, 1962, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to the late Ellaree Ferguson Shands and the late John L. Shands. He was educated in Spartanburg County schools and later became a skilled welder with Quality Carbide, where he faithfully served for over ten years before retiring.
Randy was known for a warm, easygoing spirit and a personality...
Matthew Junior Boozer
Apr 24, 2026
Matthew Junior Boozer, affectionately known as “June,” was born on July 22, 1975, to Patricia Boozer Norris and Matthew Norris, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He was educated in Spartanburg County schools.
June was full of life and truly the life of the party. He never met a stranger and had a way of making everyone around him laugh. He was known...
Eugene Dogan
Apr 16, 2026
Eugene Dogan, affectionately known as “Gene,” was born on January 15, 1950, to the late Jessie Mae M. Dogan and the late Ray Dogan, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He was educated in the Spartanburg County schools and was a graduate of Carver High School.
Gene went on to serve his country faithfully in the United States Navy, where he built a...
Melissa B. Atchison
Apr 15, 2026
Melissa B Atchison “Boot” and “Alberta” was born on February 15, 1941, departed this life on April 15, 2026, after a brief illness. She graduated from Carver High School by attending night classes. She also was a member and Sunday School teacher at Macedonia Baptist Church located at 301 West Henry Street, at that time, in which she continued her...
Rodrigues Lashawn Bogan
Apr 15, 2026
Rodrigues Lashawn Bogan was born on October 27, 1980, to Sandra James and John Bogan, Sr., in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He was a proud graduate of Spartanburg High School, where he was an active member of the band and played the saxophone.
Rodrigues was known for a fun-loving spirit and a gift for conversation. He loved to talk, connect, and bring...
Brenda Jackson
Apr 14, 2026
Brenda Canty Jackson was born on October 24, 1950, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to the late Bertha Foster Canty and the late Theodore R. Canty. From the very beginning, her life reflected strength, grace, and a spirit that would leave a lasting imprint on all who encountered her.
She was educated in the Spartanburg County School System and graduated from Mary...
Canda Ann Jackson
Apr 13, 2026
Canda Ann Jackson, affectionately known as “Candy,” was born on May 29, 1956, to the late Willie Hamler and the late Willie David Hamler in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. She was educated in Spartanburg County schools and was a graduate of Spartanburg High School. She later attended Job Corps in Dallas, Texas, where she also graduated.
Canda was kind and loved...
Edith Frasier
Apr 13, 2026
Ms. Edith Frasier was born on May 5, 1949, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to the late Mary Ella Dawkins and the late Rochelle Dawkins.
On Monday, April 13, 2026, Edith Lucille Frasier peacefully transitioned to her new home. Her earthly journey came to a gentle close as she entered eternal rest. Though she is no longer with us, her spirit, her...
Mikhail'Lee Adonis Smith
Apr 12, 2026
Mikhail’Lee Adonis Smith, affectionately known as “Khail,” was born on December 12, 2017, to Nikkita Christopher and Marico Smith, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He was a student at Meeting Street Academy.
Khail was a bright and spirited child whose presence brought joy to all who knew him. He enjoyed playing his PS4 and basketball. He dearly loved his dog, KJ, and...
Barbara Ann Peake
Apr 11, 2026
Barbara Ann Peake was born on June 28, 1952, to the late Virginia Allen and the late Archie Allen, in Spartanburg, SC. She was known to most as “Barb”.
Barbara was an outspoken, honest, and caring person. She was an astounding grand and great-grandmother. Among the things she enjoyed were interior decorating, cooking, shopping, and watching old movies and other TV...
Kelvin Le'Vel Broadhurst
Apr 11, 2026
Kelvin Le’Vel Broadhurst, Jr., affectionately known as “Lil Kel” and “KJ”. entered this world on April 27, 2005, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, as a precious gift to Latoya S. Robinson Lyles and the late Kelvin Broadhurst, Sr. From the very beginning, his life radiated promise, purpose, and a presence that could not be ignored.
A proud graduate of Dorman High School,...
Vanessa Means
Apr 9, 2026
On Monday March 30, 1964, a beautiful baby girl was born to Randolph and Earline Norris. She was the 5th of 6 children and they named her Vanessa, affectionately known as “Net” by her family and friends. Vanessa accepted Christ at a early age at Golden Street Baptist Church in Spartanburg, SC and later ordained as a minister; and was...
Mary Lee McKinney Oglesby
Apr 9, 2026
Mary Lee Oglesby was born on January 14, 1935, in Cherokee County, South Carolina, the daughter of the late T.C. And Julia McKinney.
She was educated in the schools of Spartanburg County and furthered her education at Galloway’s Beauty College in Gastonia, North Carolina.
Mary Lee devoted over 60 years as a skilled hairdresser. Through her press and curls, heartfelt conversations, and...
Elizabeth Ann Allman
Apr 5, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Allman, affectionately known as “Flutie,” was born on April 21, 1940, in Spartanburg, SC, to the late Marie Thomas Palmer and the late Lee Palmer. She was educated in the Spartanburg County school system and later dedicated many years of service as a janitor with Park Hills and Mary H. Wright Elementary School, where she worked faithfully until...
Dennis Lee Terriel
Apr 2, 2026
Dennis Leon Terriel was born on December 14, 1957, in Spartanburg, SC, to the late Louise Bryson Terriel and the late John Terriel. He received his education through the Spartanburg County school system and graduated from Ware Shoals High School. Dennis later found employment with Summit Hills, where he faithfully served as a maintenance supervisor.
Dennis was known for an easygoing...
John Walton Collette, Jr.
Apr 1, 2026
John Walton Collette, Jr. was born on May 3, 1961, in Deland, FL, to the late Joanne Pickens Collette and the late John Walton Collette, Sr.
John spent many years working on his family’s farm in Crescent City, FL, where he developed a deep appreciation for nature and a strong work ethic. Later in life, he served as an end-of-life caregiver,...