Gerry Thomas Nix
Nov 19, 2025
Gerry Thomas Nix went to be with his Lord and savior on November 19, passing peacefully at his home in Cowpens, SC. He was born in Spartanburg SC to the late William Edward Nix and Ruth Evelyn Simpson Nix.
Gerry proudly served in the United States Air Force, a commitment that reflected his strength, discipline, and love for his country. After...
Hedvine L. Caruso
Nov 19, 2025
Hedvine "Hedy” L. Caruso, graced the world with her kind and nurturing spirit until her peaceful passing on November 19, 2025, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. She was born on December 22, 1929, in Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of the late John Schuhlein and Catherine Wiley.
As a devoted homemaker, Hedy dedicated her life to creating a warm and inviting home...
Larkin Edward Trammell
Nov 17, 2025
Larkin Edward “Ed” Trammell, 101, of Mohawk Drive, husband of Virginia Coggins Trammell, died Monday, November 17, 2025, a day after his 101st birthday at his home.
Born in Greenville, he was a son of the late Carl Hosea and Ella Rose Benson Trammell. He was a member of Spartanburg First Baptist Church where he attended the Fellowship Sunday School class....
Walter J. Sunderlin
Nov 16, 2025
Walter J. Sunderlin died November 16, 2025, after a long illness. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn of the home, a daughter Celine Gasco and her husband Scott residing in Florida, a son Russell Sunderlin living in Spartanburg, SC, a brother Guy Sunderlin of Blanco, Texas, three stepchildren, Pamela Price (husband Mark) of Boiling Springs, SC, Heidi Vassey (husband...
Roy Paris
Nov 14, 2025
Roy Paris, 83, of Spartanburg, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, at Richard M. Campbell Veterans Nursing Home in Anderson, SC. Roy was born on August 30, 1942, in Tryon, NC, a son of the late Theodore and Lucille Turner Paris. He was formerly married to the late Judy Carolyn Melton Paris, who passed away in 2002.
Roy was a...
Lorene Abney Secord
Nov 14, 2025
Lorie Secord died on Friday, November 14, 2025, at MUSC Chester Nursing Center.
Mrs. Secord, 96, was born in Brookport, Illinois, the sixth and youngest child of the late Rev. Arthur Columbus Abney and Eulalia Wilkins Abney on June 16, 1929. She grew up in Pensacola and Marianna, Florida where her father served as the minister of the local Baptist churches....
Avis Annette Whitworth
Nov 13, 2025
Avis Annette Whitworth a sweet southern Christian lady entered her Heavenly home at the age of 90 on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Upstate Community Hospice House.
Annette was born in Seneca, South Carolina, the daughter of the late Edward “Eddie” Weathers and the late Avis Higginbotham Weathers. She was also preceded in death by a sister: Virginia Luther; and a...
Marion R. Lockhart
Nov 12, 2025
Marion Jo Ritchey Lockhart of Spartanburg, SC, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the age of 87. She was preceded in death by her parents; Joseph Buren Ritchey and Marion Hines Ritchey, her sister; Rebecca Ritchey Rome and a brother Paul Ritchey.
She will always be remembered by her childhood sweetheart...
Margaret Ann Splawn
Nov 11, 2025
Margaret Ann Splawn, 81, of Spartanburg, South Carolina passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at her residence.
Margaret was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina, the daughter of the late Albert Wesley Lakeman and the late Margaret Louvenia Merrill Lakeman. She was also preceded in death by her husband: Wayne W Splawn. She was a freelance writer and enjoyed writing and...
Frances Louise Odom Whitt
Nov 11, 2025
Frances Louise Odom Whitt passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025. She was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina to the late Horace Odom and Edith Odom Strange.
She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Frances loved browsing and shopping, and especially at Walmart. She cherished spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchild, finding great joy in being...
Peggy Banks
Nov 10, 2025
Peggy Jean Nicholls Banks, 91, of Duncan, SC, passed away on Monday morning, November 10, 2025, at White Oak at North Grove. Peggy was born April 22, 1934, in Spartanburg, SC, the daughter of the late Grayce Powers Nicholls and Robert Palmer Nicholls. She was married to the late Edgar H. Banks for over 59 years.
Peggy was a member of...
Paul Richard King
Nov 9, 2025
Paul Richard King, 61, of Roebuck, South Carolina passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at his residence.
Richard, as he was affectionately known, was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina, the son of Mary Marlene Splawn King and the late Paul Houston King. He was a graduate of Dorman High School. Richard was a true outdoorsman that enjoyed fishing and hunting....
Collie Wilson Knox
Nov 9, 2025
Collie Wilson Knox, son of the late, Woodrow and Juanita Barnett Knox, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 9, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Barbara Bledsoe Knox and a loving father and grandfather.
As member of Calvary Baptist Church and a former member of Love Springs Church where he served faithfully in several different positions. His...
Floyd Gerald Sewell
Nov 9, 2025
Floyd Gerald Sewell affectionately known as “Pop,” passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025. He was born in Spartanburg, SC to the late Floyd Carroll Sewell and Gladys Marie Seay. He was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle “G” who was deeply loved by his family.
He lovingly and tenderly cared for his wife until her passing in 2020, showing...
Graciela Chaves
Nov 8, 2025
Graciela Chaves, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on November 8, 2025, at the age of 103 in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Born on December 22, 1921, in Tena, Cundinamarca, Colombia, Graciela’s warmth and generosity touched the lives of everyone around her.
As a dedicated homemaker, Graciela created a loving environment that welcomed family and friends alike. She was known...
Edward Kelly Lazurick
Nov 7, 2025
Edward Kelly Lazurick, 43, of Boiling Springs, SC, passed away on Friday afternoon, November 7, 2025, at Spartanburg Medical Center. Kelly was born June 13, 1982, in Spartanburg, SC, a son of Bridget Blackwood and Edward John Lazurick of Cherokee, Springs, SC and the uncle of Hayden Scott Lazurick.
Kelly was a graduate of Boiling Springs High School and served honorably...
Imogene Schults
Nov 6, 2025
Imogene Williams Schults passed away peacefully at her home on November 6, 2025. She was born in Servier, TN to the late Artell and Effie Williams.
She was a woman of deep faith and a devoted member of Central Church of Christ. She found joy in fellowship, worship, and the simple blessings of life.
She loved to dance and carried a joyful...
Johnny Lee Poston
Nov 4, 2025
Johnny Lee Poston, 76, husband of Mary Ann Poston, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Born in Greenville, SC, he was a son of the late Charles Luther and Thelma Yates Poston.
Johnny served in the United States Air Force. He retired after a 30-year career with the Parker District Fire Department. He was a member of the Tremont Church...
Cora Lee Cloninger Walker Smith
Nov 4, 2025
Cora Lee Smith, born on June 5, 1927, in Edgefield, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, in Woodruff, South Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Robert Dewey Cloninger and Mary Eva McClendon Cloninger.
Cora began her professional journey in 1944 as a program clerk with the Agriculture Stabilization & Conservation Program for the Federal Government. She...
Dennis Wayne Calvert
Nov 3, 2025
Dennis Wayne Calvert, 67, of Spartanburg, passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025, at his residence. Dennis was born September 25, 1958, in Hickory, NC, a son of Sandra Monica Tuck Calvert of Spartanburg and the late Bobby Ansel Calvert.
Dennis was an employee of Hilton Displays and was a talented mechanic. His favorite pastime and passion was drag racing! Every...
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