Obituaries

Sep 14, 2021

Jamir Lewis Keen was born in Camden, New Jersey on July 14, 1989, and departed this life after battling a long illness on September 14, 2021, at the age of 32. He was educated in the  Charlotte Mecklenburg School System where he developed and thrived in his love for track and football. Jamir had a great sense of humor...

Sep 13, 2021

Minister Delbert Raynard Pearsall was born on December 1, 1967, to late Edward Pearsall and the late Octavia Velma Shephard, in Brooklyn, New York. He attended St. Aidan Catholic School and graduated from Snyder High School, both in Jersey City, New Jersey. In 2015, he was called to be a minister of the gospel.  He was an associate minister...

Sep 8, 2021

Once upon a time on August 26, 2017, in the City of Columbia, SC, a princess by the name of Miracle Janiece Geter was born to Crystal Hill and Jevon Jeter.

Princess Miracle was an energetic, intelligent, and witty child.  She loved the color pink, enjoyed watching Peppa Pig, and playing a good game of hide and...

Sep 7, 2021

Mr. Willie Franklin Long, 51, was born on January 13, 1970, in Gaffney, SC to Theodore R. Kelly and Martina Long.  In his early years, he attended Cherokee County Schools and graduated in Spartanburg County.

Willie was formally employed with Kohler Company as a Forklift Driver. His favorite professional football team was the Dallas Cowboys and blue...

Aug 28, 2021

Mr. Jasmene Rashaun Sartor, "Jazz", was born in Spartanburg to Willie Long and Cheryl Sartor on December 25, 1987. Jazz was educated in the Spartanburg County School District 7 and a graduate of Spartanburg High School. Jazz loved his family and friends and was a fan of the Dallas Cowboys. He leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Willie...

Aug 28, 2021

Mr. John Otha Tubbs, known to most as "Johnny", was born on August 16, 1950, to the late Eula Brand-Nix in Marion, Alabama.  He attended schools in Marion County and graduated from Lincoln High School.  John was employed as a driver with Atchison Transportation.

John served in the US Army from 1970 to 1972 and received an...

Aug 27, 2021

Mr. Herbert Larry Palmer affectionally known as "Red" was born to the late Benny Palmer and the late Inez Gentry Palmer on February 28, 1951, in Spartanburg County. He graduated from Foster Grove High School in Spartanburg County, and he later attended then named Spartanburg Technical college. He retired from TeleCable and was previously a member of Holden Chapel...

Aug 26, 2021

Mr. Tony Marcell Payden was born on November 22, 1952, in Spartanburg, SC, to the late Oscar Leon Paden and the late Nelia Gray Payden, and was the stepson of the late John Canty.  Tony graduated from Paul M. Dorman High School in 1971.  He served in the US Army for 22 years and obtained many decorations, medals, citations,...

Aug 21, 2021

Mr. Walter Dawkins, also known as "Big Dog ", was born October 18, 1944, to the late Charlie Lloyd Dawkins and the late Margaret Dawkins Littlejohn. A native of Spartanburg, SC, Walter was also educated in Spartanburg County schools.  At an early age, he began attending Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Cowpens, SC.  Walter was an entrepreneur and owned...

Aug 15, 2021

Ms. Tujawana Hope Fair Jackson, 52, a native of Spartanburg, SC was born on May 10, 1969, to the late Abraham Fair, Sr. and the late Louella Bell Williams Fair.  She graduated from Gettys D. Broome High School in Spartanburg County District 3 and was of the Baptist faith.  Her favorite colors were purple and gold, she particularly liked...

Aug 12, 2021

Gayle (Gail) Antoinette Switzer, 46, a native of Spartanburg County, South Carolina, was the daughter of Mr. Sammy Lee Woodruff (Vickie) and the late Ms. Jo Anne Switzer. She was employed in Assisted Living Healthcare.

Gayle had a deep love for family, was very energetic, shared her great sense of humor with everyone, was partial to pink,...

Aug 8, 2021

Mr. Phillip Cross was born on May 24, 1958, to the late Lester and the late Beulah Mae Woodruff Cross. He is a native of Spartanburg, SC and attended Spartanburg County schools. Many of his friends and relatives referred to him as "Uncle Ned & Kitty Shit," much-appreciated nicknames.  He was a member of Harrison Grove Baptist Church.  Phillip...

Aug 7, 2021

Mr. Lorenzo "Pee Wee" Maybin was born on March 27, 1961, to the late Junior Percell Maybin and the late Sadie Mae Miller.  He was born in Fort Myers, FL, and moved to Spartanburg, SC as a child.  Lorenzo attended Spartanburg County schools.  For many years, he was employed as a general laborer in the construction industry.  He was...

Aug 4, 2021

John Tracey Kelvin Washington, 50, was a native of the city of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia, PA.  John, affectionally known as "Diddy", was the son of the late Johnny Washington and the late Annie Lee Griffin Washington.  John attended college and for many years was employed in the plastic manufacturing industry

John's talents and passions were cooking and...

Aug 1, 2021

Mr. Bruce Edward Cole, affectionally known as "Hippie", was born on February 23, 1964, to the late George Cole and the late Mildred Sales Cole.  He was a native of Boston, MA, and most recently a resident of Moore, SC.  He also served in the United States Army.

Bruce leaves to cherish memories to a fiance', Brenda...

Jul 28, 2021

Mary Elinda Miller, better known as "Pee Wee", was born on July 20, 1956 to the late Lula Magierine Thompson and the late Howard Smith, in Green Creek, NC.  She attended Polk County schools.  Mary was previously employed in school District 1 as a school bus attendant.

Mary leaves to cherish loving memories to her special friend,...

Jun 20, 2021

Today, family and friends are celebrating the life of Mr. Sidney Orlando Massey, known to most as "Weasel". He was born to Catherine Amelia Massey on August 11, 1961, in Greenville County.  He was educated in the Greenville County school system.  He was employed with Adams Salvage as a Parts Puller.  Sidney was an avid football fan and the...

Jun 3, 2021

Lucille Jackson was born March 4, 1958 in Columbus, North Carolina to the late Mr. Howard Smith and the late Ms. Lula M. Thompson.  She was educated in the Polk County school system.  Mrs. Jackson was formerly employed at Brannon's Restaurant.

She leaves to cherish her fond and loving memories to  daughters, Christina (Stacy) Thompson, Wanda (Kodi)...

Jun 2, 2021

Master Devin De'marco Laidler was born on September 4, 2009 to Deidre S. Wade and Lessley R. Laidler, Jr. He was student at Mary H. Wright Elementary School and in the fifth grade. Devin was a member of The Church of the Epiphany. He was also a member of Sidewalk Hope, a Mobile Kids Church and the Avid program....

May 28, 2021

The ever-presence of love brings us here today to both celebrate and give thanks for the life journey and lasting deeds of Mr. Lazarus Michael Douglas.  He was born to the Mrs. Zita Francis Douglas and Mr. WinstonDouglas on December 17, 1951, in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. He went to school there until the age of 17, ...