James Lee McFalls
Jan 1, 2024
James Lee McFalls, a resident of Spartanburg South Carolina, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024, in Cowpens after a long illness. He was born on March 2, 1940, in Spartanburg, and was the son of the late Ernest and Ollie McFalls. He was the devoted husband to Judy Gossett McFalls for 37 years,
James loved his blended family and...
Diane Cohen
Jan 1, 2024
Diane Cohen, 82, of Spartanburg, died Monday, January 1, 2024, at Spartanburg Medical Center. A native of Huntington, Long Island, NY, she was born on November 28, 1941, a daughter of the late Jack and Dorothy Price Cohen.
She was a graduate of Georgia State, retired General Division Manager of The May Company and a member of Temple B’Nai...
Phyllis Ann Whitmire
Dec 31, 2023
Phyllis Ann Whitmire, a dedicated educator who devoted her life to the education of students of all ages, peacefully passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023, in Spartanburg, SC. Born on November 22, 1940, in Spartanburg, she was the daughter of Edmund David Malone and Ida Bell Graham Malone.
Phyllis' passion for learning led her to pursue higher education. She...
Lisa McGraw Williams
Dec 31, 2023
Lisa McGraw Williams, 57, finished her earthly race and met Jesus face-to-face on December 31, 2023, in Spartanburg, SC. She was born on June 1, 1966, to the late Ernest Eugene McGraw and Sarah Frances Jones McGraw.
Lisa was a woman of faith and family. Her roles as a loving wife, mother, Nana, sister, and friend defined her existence...
Derrick Reid Lancaster
Dec 31, 2023
Derrick Reid Lancaster, age 62, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023. He was born on March 16, 1961, in Great Britain to parents, George Reid Lancaster and Mavis Collins Lancaster. He was also the devoted husband of Melody Wood Lancaster.Derrick had an extraordinary career that spanned over decades. For 32 years, he served as an Environment Specialist with the...
Charles Eugene Rickell
Dec 29, 2023
Charles Eugene Rickell, known as “Gene…the Textile man with a twinkle in his eye,” passed away at the age of 85 at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home on December 29, 2023. He had battled Parkinson’s, Polymyositis, and Dementia for more than a decade.
He was born on January 12, 1938, in Frederick, MD, the only son of the late...
Harold Eugene Pilkington
Dec 28, 2023
Harold Eugene Pilkington, 86, passed away in Boiling Springs, SC on December 28, 2023, lovingly known "Papa", he touched the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Born on June 1, 1937, in Spartanburg, SC, to the late, Octavas R. Pilkington and Juanita Hilton Petit.
Harold's generosity were evident to all who crossed his path. He possessed...
Martha Kay Bridges
Dec 28, 2023
Martha Kay Bridges, 80, entered eternal rest on Thursday December 28, 2023. A native of Spartanburg County, Martha was born on November 14, 1943, to the late Ernest Webb and Martha Israel Webb. A homemaker for years, Martha enjoyed crafting, painting, listening to Elvis Presley’s music and most of all spending time with her family.
Martha is survived by...
Dennis James Maloata
Dec 27, 2023
Dennis John Maloata, better known as “Denny” to his family and friends, passed away at age 67 on December 27, 2023. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii to parents Faaulu and Inosia Maloata, Denny was raised on Oahu with his four siblings.
He was a proud alumnus of Damien Memorial High School, and as a young man eager to serve his...
Van Daniel Jurney
Dec 27, 2023
Van Daniel Jurney, 75 of Spartanburg South Carolina, entered eternal rest, Wednesday December 27,2023 at his residence. Van was born in Charlotte, North Carolina on December 12, 1948, to the late Lawrence Jurney and Mozelle Combs Jurney.
Van spent most of his working years as a security guard for Spartanburg Medical Center. In his spare time, he enjoyed watching...
Gregory (Greg) Allan Combs
Dec 27, 2023
Gregory (Greg) Allan Combs, 56, of Chesnee, died Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at his home. A native of Austin, IN., he was born on July 30, 1967, a son of Kensil and Oma Turner Combs of Spartanburg.
He was a welder by trade, loved racing, building model cars and playing his guitar. He was a member of Great Vision...
Helen Ruth Hendrix Creech Cartee
Dec 27, 2023
Helen Ruth Hendrix Creech Cartee, Ph.D., a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and respected teacher and education professional, passed away on December 27, 2023, at the age of 87.
Helen was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, on July 16, 1936, to Hoy Hendrix and Ruth Goddard Hendrix. She is survived by her devoted husband Bobby Gene Cartee, her...
Marcus "Mark" Wayne Ridlehoover
Dec 26, 2023
Marcus "Mark" Wayne Ridlehoover, a member of the Spartanburg community, peacefully passed away on December 26, 2023. Born on February 2, 1970, in Brunswick, Georgia, Mark's life was filled with hard work, love for his family, and a passion for sports.Mark dedicated an impressive 27 years of his life as a hardworking employee at BMW. Mark's work ethic served as...
Roger Dale Winstead
Dec 25, 2023
Roger Dale Winstead, 74, went to his heavenly home on Monday, December 25, 2023. A native of Pacolet Mills, he was born on June 3, 1949, son of the late Clay Winstead and Ruth O’Dell Winstead.
Roger loved his family, camping and traveling. He was always known for being a “phone call away” to lend a helping hand to...
Barbara R. Grubbs
Dec 23, 2023
Barbara R. Grubbs, 87, of Spartanburg passed away at home December 23, 2023, surrounded by family and friends. Born September 28, 1936, in Pacolet Mills, SC, she was the daughter of the late James E. and Nettie Hendley Rice.
Barbara, affectionately and lovingly known as “Barb” to those who knew her best, graduated from Pacolet High School in 1955....
Ethel Brokhoff Perricone
Dec 23, 2023
Ethel Brokhoff Perricone, a beacon of positivity and strength, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2023, at the age of 93. Born in Auerbach, Germany, on January 26, 1930, to Alfred Brokhoff and Else Richter. Ethel's early years were marked by a joyful childhood in West New York, New Jersey, where she developed a lifelong love for writing and...
Nancy Fisher Shealey
Dec 23, 2023
Nancy Fisher Shealey, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully in Spartanburg, SC on Saturday, December 23, 2023. She was born on August 15, 1935, in Charlotte, North Carolina, daughter of the late John William Fisher and Leona Wilson Fisher. She married her beloved husband and love of her life Sidney W. Shealey, Jr. on December...
Martha Ann McDowell Carter
Dec 23, 2023
Martha Ann (McDowell) Carter, 85, of Spartanburg, SC, died December 23, 2023, at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Hospice Home. Born May 21, 1938, in Madison, GA, she was the daughter of the late Daniel McDowell and Martha Penick McDowell. She was a 1956 graduate of Morgan County High School in Madison, GA, and earned a degree in elementary education from...
Rick C. Guy
Dec 22, 2023
Rick C. Guy, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023, in Spartanburg, SC. He was born on October 15, 1950, in Spartanburg to the late, Herbert Lee Guy and Ruby Patterson Guy.Rick had a fulfilling career of thirty years for the Spartanburg Herald Journal. Beyond his professional life, He enjoyed woodworking and fishing.Rick is...
Claire Webb Wood
Dec 21, 2023
Mrs. Claire Ader Webb Wood, 94, of Spartanburg, died Thursday, December 21, 2023, at her home. A native of Gaston County, NC, she was born on May 29, 1929, a daughter of the late Garland Gordon and Anna Elizabeth Ledbetter Webb and wife of the late Lee Roy Wood.
She was a member of Gravely United Methodist Church...
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