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Barbara Lynn Smith

Barbara Lynn Smith

Dec 22, 2024

Barbara Lynn Smith, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, left this world peacefully on December 22, 2024, at the age of 63. Born on October 20, 1961, in Spartanburg, SC, she was a beacon of kindness and love who touched the lives of all who knew her.

Barbara dedicated over three decades of her life as an Accountant...

William Randolph Hobbs

William Randolph Hobbs

Dec 20, 2024

William Randolph Hobbs, passed away peacefully at the age of 86, on Friday, December 20, 2024, in Spartanburg, SC. He was born on June 22, 1938, in Augusta, GA to the late Jessie James Hobbs and Mary Lizzie Hughes Hobbs. A devoted husband and father, William illustrated the qualities of love and dedication throughout his life. He cherished his late...

Lynda Cantrell

Lynda Cantrell

Dec 19, 2024

Lynda Charlene Cantrell, 78, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on December 19, 2024. Born on March 13, 1946, in Spartanburg, she was the daughter of the late Harlie and Erma Cariens. Lynda was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend, whose kind and nurturing spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Lynda attended Spartanburg...

Lealon Earl McLeod

Lealon Earl McLeod

Dec 18, 2024

Lealon Earl McLeod, a cherished soul known for his warmth and spirited nature, was born on May 20, 1944, in Norman, North Carolina. He departed this life peacefully at his home on December 18, 2024, leaving behind a legacy woven with love and dedication.

Lealon was a devoted family man who loved unconditionally. His passion for life and his family shone...

JoAnne West Fleming

JoAnne West Fleming

Dec 18, 2024

JoAnne West Fleming, age 84, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Born March 9, 1940, in Pacolet, South Carolina to the late Bernard James West and Laura M. Howell West.

JoAnne's warm and sweet personality endeared her to everyone she met. She was a greeter at Walmart for many years, sharing her welcoming smile with all the...

Pearl Sellars Poole

Pearl Sellars Poole

Dec 18, 2024

Pearl Sellars Poole, 99, of Spartanburg, SC passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024.

Born in Spartanburg, SC, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert Odell Sellars and Mary Barnett Sellars. Pearl was like a second mother to many. She was a long-time member of Converse Baptist Church, where she taught children’s Sunday School and was a member of the church’s...

James T. Yarbrough

James T. Yarbrough

Dec 17, 2024

James T. Yarbrough, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Born on August 10, 1942, in Una, South Carolina. Known as the "tire guy", James dedicated over 40 years of his life to owning and operating Jimmy's Tires in Roebuck. His expertise and service in the tire industry earned him a reputation that endeared...

Martha Ann Sisk Turner

Martha Ann Sisk Turner

Dec 17, 2024

Martha Ann Sisk Turner passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at White Oak of Spartanburg. She was born in Spartanburg on October 1, 1937, to the late Isaac Carter and Frances Louise Sisk. She was a 1955 graduate of Fairforest High School. Martha was predeceased by her husband, William Dean Turner. She was a member of Duncan Memorial United Methodist...

Marion Sims "Pop" Knight

Marion Sims "Pop" Knight

Dec 16, 2024

Marion Sims Knight, a long-time resident of Spartanburg, SC, passed away Monday. He was 95.

Born in Lancaster, SC., Marion was the third of five children born to Lula and Elmer Knight. As a boy, Marion grew up on a farm and tended to livestock, rising each morning to milk the cows before walking to a one-room schoolhouse.

In 1941, the Knight...

Michael David Link

Michael David Link

Dec 15, 2024

Michael David Link, 73, of Chesnee, passed away early Sunday morning at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. Michael was born on October 8, 1951, in Spartanburg, SC; a son of the late Guynema Hill Link and John Wesley Link. 

Michael was a very gifted electrician. He received his associate degree from Spartanburg Technical College and, furthering his studies, became a Master Electrician....

Nancy Elizabeth Williams

Nancy Elizabeth Williams

Dec 13, 2024

Nancy Elizabeth Williams, was born on September 6, 1957, in Charleston, SC; a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, departed this world on December 13, 2024, at the Upstate Community Hospice House in Landrum, SC.  Nancy's journey began in Spartanburg, South Carolina, where she would later graduate from Spartanburg High School, Class of 1975.

Nancy was a strong woman, shaped by the...

Doris McKinney Bennett

Doris McKinney Bennett

Dec 13, 2024

Doris McKinney Bennett, 94, of the Cannons Campground Community of Spartanburg, passed away on Friday morning, December 13, 2024. Doris was born on September 14, 1930, in Spartanburg, a daughter of the late Emma Doris Norris McKinney and Albert T. McKinney, Sr. She was married to the late Walter Carlisle Bennett for 46 years until his passing in 1994. 

Doris was...

James "Ray" Murray

James "Ray" Murray

Dec 9, 2024

James "Ray" Murray

July 23, 1954 – December 9, 2024

 Ray was a decorated 30-year veteran and former Colonel of the City of Spartanburg Police Department. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Lu (Cheleotis), son, Travis (Jennifer), grandchildren, Chandler and Chloe, step-grandchildren, Christopher and Colton, and brother, Bobby (Tonya).

Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Viola and Charles...

Margaret B. Fleck

Margaret B. Fleck

Dec 8, 2024

Margaret McNamara Danfy Fleck, 93, passed away peacefully December 8, 2024, at Spartanburg Regional Hospice House after a brief illness. Mrs. Fleck, affectionately known as Bernie, was born January 13, 1931, in New York City. Bernie grew up in Astoria, NY and attended St. Michael’s Academy for Young Ladies where she made lifelong friends. 

In New York, Bernie met and married...

Emily Irene Crossley

Emily Irene Crossley

Dec 8, 2024

Emily Irene Fleming Crossley , 92 of Glendale passed away on Sunday, December 08, 2024, at White Oak Estates Spartanburg. Emily was born on March 17, 1932, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to the late Victor S. and Susie Fleming.

Emily was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a babysitter for many children, including all of her grandchildren. She also...

Josephine Edmonds Crisp Slaten

Josephine Edmonds Crisp Slaten

Dec 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Josephine Edmonds Crisp Slaten announces her passing on December 7, 2024, at the age of 88. 

She was born on May 21, 1936, and was the daughter of Thomas Edmonds and Eulala Owens Edmonds. Her brothers and sisters were James Albert Edmonds, James Carol Edmonds, Lillie Mae Edmonds Lowe, and Emma Bell...

Peggy Norton Barton

Peggy Norton Barton

Dec 5, 2024

Peggy Norton Barton passed away at her home at the age of 87. Peggy was born on a cold day in January 1937 on a cotton farm outside Town Creek, Alabama. She attended the public schools in Town Creek and graduated with honors from Hazlewood High School in Town Creek. Peggy attended Florence State College and graduated with honors with...

Tom (Ikey) H. Badger, Jr.

Tom (Ikey) H. Badger, Jr.

Dec 4, 2024

Tom H. Badger, Jr. (Ikey) of Moore, South Carolina went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, joining his loving wife of 70 years, Hilda G. Badger.

Born February 13, 1931, to the late Tom H. Badger Sr. and Eula Brady Badger, Tom grew to adulthood in Greenville, SC. There he attended Parker High School where...

Mark Weston Jolliffe

Mark Weston Jolliffe

Dec 4, 2024

Mark Weston Jolliffe, 65, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024, in his home.

Mark was born March 20, 1959, in Culpeper, VA, the son of the late Hugh and Rebecca Jolliffe. He was predeceased by his brother Michael Jolliffe and sister Nancy Gonzalez. He graduated from Culpeper County High School, class of 1977, and was previously employed by RUS, Aramark, and...

Elizabeth "Beth" Blumenfeld

Elizabeth "Beth" Blumenfeld

Dec 3, 2024

The world’s light dimmed on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, when Elizabeth Walker Blumenfeld took her light on a different path following a short illness. She was born on April 21, 1959, in Bedford, IN to Alan and Donnera Phillips Walker, where she grew up on Fifth Street. After her studies at Indiana University, she married David Blumenfeld of Spartanburg, SC...

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