Obituaries

Feb 27, 2024

Ernest William Beaty, Jr., affectionately known as "June Bug", was born on October 27, 1968, to Barbara Jean Leake Beaty and the late Ernest William Beaty, Sr., in Spartanburg, SC. He was educated in Spartanburg County schools. He worked for over 28 years for A to Z Landscaping.

Ernest was a pleasant individual, who would give his...

Feb 26, 2024

Cathy Maureen Williams was born January 1, 1961, to late Marion Douglas Williams and the late Margaret Elizabeth Faucett Williams, in Spartanburg, SC. She was educated in Spartanburg County schools.

Cathy was noted for having a heart of gold, while also being a loner.  She also had a matter-of-fact attitude.  In her spare time Cathy enjoyed baking,...

Feb 26, 2024

Dejuan Shammane McClain, affectionately known as "Turtle", was born August 20, 1977, to the late Bobby Earl Rookard and the late Elizabeth Brannon in Spartanburg, SC. He was reared in the home of his grandmother, Virginia McClain, who was an excellent provider and caregiver to him for 46 years. He received education from the Charles Lee Center.

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Feb 24, 2024

Katrina Latease Jones was born, on July 28, 1979, to Sandra T. Jones and the late Christopher M. Jones, in Spartanburg, SC. She was educated in Spartanburg County Schools. Katrina was previously employed at Windsor House as a Medical Technician.

Katrina had an endearing love for her family, especially her children. Katrina was noted as being a...

Feb 17, 2024

Deacon Louis Canty, Sr. was born on March 3, 1949, to the late Marion Canty and the late Rosa Mae Moore Canty, in Spartanburg, SC. He was educated in the Spartanburg County Schools. Louis was married to the love his life, Mary Elizabeth Mcabee Canty, for over fifty-seven years.

Louis drove trucks for over forty Years and...

Feb 10, 2024

A Beautiful Life

Erica Shaquil Wright was born, on May 15, 1991 to John E. and Shelinda Wright, in Spartanburg, SC. She was educated in Spartanburg County schools and was a 2009 graduate of Paul E. Dorman High School. She continued her education at Palmetto School of Career Development and received her dental assistant certification.  Erica was an insurance...

Feb 9, 2024

His Life's Journey

Willie James Bivings, affectionately known as "Puddin", was born on April 2, 1950, to the late Odell Bivings and the late Annie Laura Means Bivings, in Spartanburg, SC. He was educated in the Spartanburg County School system.

Willie was a hard-working individual. His greatest joy was being able to provide for his family. He...

Feb 9, 2024

His Life's Journey

David Lewis Boyd was born, on November 7, 1957, to the late Alfred Gallman and the late Myrtle Boyd, in Spartanburg, SC. He was educated in the Spartanburg County Schools and a 1976 graduate of Spartanburg High School. He furthered his education at the University of South Carolina and obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management....

Feb 7, 2024

A Husband, Father, & Friend

Ronnie Jonathan Lewis was born, affectionately known as "RJ', was born on August 14, 1950, to the late Rufus Lewis and the late Lucinda Geter Lewis, in Spartanburg, SC. He was a 1969 graduate of Benjamin E. Mays High School. Ronnie was married fifty years to the love of his life, Ruth Ann Dawkins...

Jan 29, 2024

Douglas Edward Cheeks, affectionately known as "Duck", was born on July 21, 1958, to the late John Robert Cheeks and the late Lizzie Thompson Cheeks in Spartanburg, SC. He was educated in Spartanburg County schools.

Douglas had a very comical demeanor and was known for his practical jokes. His way of showing love and affection was through...

Jan 27, 2024

Joseph Leroy Miller, Jr., affectionately known as "Junior", was born on July 29, 1946, to the late Joseph Leroy Miller, Sr. and the late Jessie Pearl Ballenger Miller, in Spartanburg, SC; Joseph was a graduate of Saginaw High School in Saginaw, Michigan.

Joseph was noted for loving to eat. He had a pleasant demeanor and loved watching...

Jan 26, 2024

Francis Logan was born, on January 29, 1939, to the late Carlisle and Minnie Logan.  Francis was a native of Cowpens, SC. Francis was a graduate of Benjamin E. Mays School.

Mr. Logan was a member of Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Cowpens, SC where he served as a Deacon and Treasurer.  He was a retired...

Jan 23, 2024

Mildred Todd Lantion was born, on June 6, 1931, in Spartanburg SC to the late Samuel V. Todd and the late Ritter Cunnigham Todd. She was educated in Spartanburg County schools. Mildred was a domestic engineer for many years.

Mildred was a very sweet and loving lady. She spent her spare time babysitting her grandchildren, niece, and...

Jan 21, 2024

Gregory Louis Jones, a.k.a. "Preston", was born , on May 28, 1961, to the late Richard Jones, Sr. and the late Bernice Jones, in Lorain, Ohio.  He was known to be very passionate by providing guidance in raising his children and grandchildren with the best in excellence, respecting your parents, elders and those who rule over them.  He really...

Jan 19, 2024

A Loving Husband, Father, Son, Brother & Friend

Deontay Jayquan Lynch, affectionately known as of "DJ", was born on February 12, 1994, in Spartanburg, SC to Jermeca LaTasha Miller Jackson and the late Elford Warren Lynch. "DJ" was educated in Spartanburg County schools and was a 2012 graduate of Chapman High School. While in high school, he played football,...

Jan 16, 2024

Hiraben Keshabi Patel was born, on February 19, 1931, to the late Jyoitaram R. Patel and the late Kankuba J. Patel in Jasalpur Mehasan, India.

Hiraben was a domestic engineer and had a very calm spirit. She never complained and was extremely hard working and helpful. Hiraben was an excellent cook and her favorite color was blue....

Jan 15, 2024

Marvin Holmes was born, on November 9, 1964, to Eva Mae Holmes and the late Willie Holmes, in Spartanburg, SC. He was a 1983 graduate of Paul M. Dorman High School. He furthered his education at Spartanburg Technical College and earned an Associate Degree in Marketing and Management. He committed and served for over 20 years as the Subject...

Jan 9, 2024

Teresa Brewton Thompson was born, on July 29, 1969, the late Elease Brewton, in Spartanburg, SC. She was educated in Newark, New Jersey schools. Teresa worked for many years in healthcare as a CNA.

Teresa enjoyed playing bingo and being on her tablet. She was a very loving and caring individual. Tereas loved music and favorite her...

Jan 6, 2024

Ernest Andre Wofford, affectionately known as "Lil E", was born October 26,1986 to the late Crystal Wofford and the Late Iva Miller, in Spartanburg, SC. He was a graduate of Spartanburg High School.

Ernest loved making jewelry and loved his fiancé, Cash Devenney, more than anything in the world. His favorite color was purple because it represented...

Jan 5, 2024

Otto Jenell Harper was born, on April 9, 1919, to the late John Harper and the late Josephine Sims Harper, in Newberry, SC. She was a graduate of Cumming Street High School.

Otto had a comical and bubbly personality. She was a village mother and took care of all of her family members, blood and adopted.  She...