Frances Martin

Frances Elizabeth Dearybury Martin, 92, of Cowpens, died Wednesday, August 29, 2012, at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. Born November 2, 1919, in Spartanburg County, she was the widow of Arthur M. "Buddy" Martin, and daughter of the late Overton Franklin and Elizabeth Waldrop Dearybury. Mrs. Martin was a member of St. Mark United Methodist Church, The United Methodist Women, 55 Plus Club, and a choir member. She loved gardening, was a volunteer for Mobile Meals for many years, and was a member of the Cowpens Historical Society. During World War II she and her sisters, Amabel and Selma, formed the Dearybury Sisters, a singing group that performed on the radio, at various locations, and made records. Surviving are her sisters, Joyce Dearybury Cascio of Irmo, SC, and Estelle Dearybury Davis of Spartanburg, SC; and a large number of nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by four brothers and five sisters. Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 PM Friday, August 31, 2012, at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Saturday, September 1, 2012, at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel, by the Rev. Dr. John Howle, the Rev. David F. Ervin, and the Rev. Jack A. Caldwell. Burial will be in Daniel Morgan Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark United Methodist Church, 3055 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29307; or Mobile Meals Service, PO Box 461. Spartanburg, SC 29304. The family is at their respective homes. Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Frances Elizabeth Dearybury Martin please visit our Sympathy Store.