Obituaries

Aug 7, 2023

Robert Lewis Holmes, affectionately known as "Raboo", was born to Bessie M. Holmes and Frank Holmes, in Spartanburg, SC, on December 15, 1966. He was educated in Spartanburg County schools and was a 1985 graduate of Spartanburg High School. He was employed at Capri's Italian Restaurant of Boiling Springs, SC as a chef.

Robert had a quiet...

Aug 4, 2023

Paul Roland Crook was born, on August 16, 1958, to the late Joseph Earl Crook, Sr. and the late Frances Wimberly Crook, in Woodruff, SC. He was a graduate of Spartanburg High School. Paul enlisted in the United States Army and served our great country for several years. He later continued his education and was certified in plumbing.

Jul 29, 2023

Efrem Zimbalist Dandridge, affectionately known as "Teddy", was born on May 24, 1959 to the late Dorothy Sessam Dandridge and the late John Dandridge, in Chicago, Illinois.  He was a graduate of Proviso East High School. Efrem was a truck driver for over thirty-four years and was a veteran of the United States Navy.

Efrem was a...

Jul 25, 2023

Saifullah Abdul Qadir, affectionately known as "Abu", was born on September 3, 1952 to the late Helen Pitts Irby and the late Wilbert Irby, in Spartanburg, SC. He was educated in the Spartanburg County School system and attended Carver High School. He was the owner of, Al and Al, a painting service.

Saifullah is described as a...

Jul 20, 2023

"Give to the world the best that you have and the best will come back to you",

Wessie Lee Stephens was born on October 15, 1926, in a community named Wattsville, in Laurens County, to the late Henrietta Henderson and the late Eugene Philson. After the passing of her mother, Wessie was adopted and reared in the...

Jul 19, 2023

William Ralph Meadows, was born on August 18, 1940, to the late Mamie Austin Meadows and the late Henry Preston Meadows, in Columbia, SC. He was educated in the Spartanburg County Schools and a graduate of Lincoln High School. While in school, William was an accomplished basketball player.  Later, William enlisted in the United States Army. He was employed...

Jul 15, 2023

Mr. Ernest Smith, Jr., "Big J", was born on December 13, 1952, to the late Ernest Smith and the late Louise Smith in Spartanburg County. He accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and was of the Baptist faith.

Ernest was noted as being one of the greatest auto mechanics in Spartanburg, SC and he also loved...

Jul 14, 2023

Alice Lulamae Jones was born on April 29, 1934, in Spartanburg, SC, to the late Elijah William Jones and the late Estelle Crawford Jones. She was educated in the Spartanburg County School system and attended New Bedford High School. Alice worked for over 30 years as a weaver.  In her spare time, she enjoyed knitting, sewing and embroidering. Alice...

Jul 13, 2023

Steve Anthony Nesbitt was born on February 14, 1959, in Spartanburg, SC to the late Boyde Nesbitt and the late Gladys Thompson Nesbitt. He was educated in Spartanburg County Schools and attended Carver High School. He furthered his education at Spartanburg Technical College and received a certificate in Sheet Metal Fabrication.

Steve had a laid-back personality. He...

Jul 8, 2023

Ms. Brenda Kay Brown was born on April 7, 1957, in Spartanburg, SC, to the late Betty Jean Brown. She attended Evans High School.  Brenda enjoyed playing softball with the People's Choice team and was very humorous. In her pastime, she enjoyed solving crossword puzzles and braiding her hair. Brenda enjoyed "cutting the rug" on the dance floor and...

Jul 4, 2023

Lorenzo Freeman Gaines, affectionately known as "Papi". was born on November 26, 1975, to the late Deborah Gaines Tatem and the late Jeffrey Shepherd, in Camden, NJ. He was educated in the Camden New Jersey school system and was employed at Port City as forklift supervisor. 18 years ago Lorenzo made Spartanburg SC his home.

Lorenzo was...

Jul 1, 2023

Robert Douglas Bivings, affectionately known as "Doug", was born on March 13, 1959, to the late Odell Bivings and the late Annie Laura Means Bivings, in Spartanburg, SC. He was educated in the Spartanburg County School system. He attended Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Robert was kindhearted and loved his family.

He was preceded in death, along with...

Jul 1, 2023

Rickie Lenard Miller, affectionately known as "Rick", was born on November 1, 1956, to the late Leon Miller and the late Elouise Stephens Miller, in Spartanburg SC.  He was educated in the Spartanburg County School system and was a Spartanburg High School graduate. He furthered his education at Wofford College and received a bachelor's degree in art and psychology....

Jun 25, 2023

Ernestine Bankhead was born to the late Agnes Lyles and the late Robert Lyles, in Spartanburg on January 11, 1951. She was educated in the Spartanburg County schools and graduated from Lincoln High School. She married Mr. William Bankhead and a storied love journey was written.

Ernestine was a humble and kind lady. She was noted for...

Jun 16, 2023

Isabell Jackson Ellison was born on November 29, 1949, to the both late Wilbert and Birdie Lee Jackson, in Spartanburg, SC, and was educated in the Spartanburg County Schools.

Isabell was a lady of simplicity, nonetheless she loved the sight of bright, vivid and vibrant colors. She enjoyed playing bingo and card games. She was especially close...

Jun 16, 2023

Deacon Clough Wallace Long, Jr., aka "Jack", was born on September 7, 1926, to both the late Clough W. Long, Sr. and Landonia Long, in Jonesville, SC. He was educated in the Spartanburg County Schools. Jack was a Veteran of the United States Army and he retired from Sothern Railroad after 30 years of service.

Dea. Long...

Jun 15, 2023

Anthony R. Lyles, 58, passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. Anthony was born in Spartanburg, SC. He was the biological son of the late James Kammonn Moss, Jr. and Kathrean B. Lyles. He was raised by his mother and step father, Ben Lyles. Anthony graduated from Dorman High School in 1982 and began...

Jun 14, 2023

Trenton Kolby Goode, "Trent", was born on January 6, 2004, in Fletcher, NC to Tamara K. Goode and Judson H. Goode. He was educated in the Spartanburg County School District 4 Schools. Trenton was employed at Affordable Price and Body as a painter.

Trenton was always happy and kept a smile on his face. He provided assistance...

Jun 14, 2023

Yolanda Demetrese McClintock, "YoYo", was born on February 24, 1966, to the late James Williams and Mary Lou Williams in Spartanburg, SC. She is a 1984 graduate of Spartanburg High School. She had a quiet and sweet spirit. Yolanda loved to minister to people. Yolanda was also very outspoken. She enjoyed Bewitched, Hazel, Good Times, Andy Griffith, Basketball Wives...

Jun 14, 2023

Mrs. Margaret Ann Anderson was born on June 4, 1958, to the late JD Johnson and the late Elisabeth Ann Dunlap, in Spartanburg, SC. She graduated from Spartanburg High School.

Margaret enjoyed singing and loved to cook. She had a very open mind and heart.  The younger generation gravitated to her loving spirit, and she was a...