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Joann Harris

Joann Harris

Dec 18, 2023

 

Joann Harris, 72, of Spartanburg, died Monday, December 18, 2023, at Spartanburg Medical Center. A native of Spartanburg, she was born on January 21, 1951, to Charles Preston Moore and Mary Louise Scruggs Harris. 

She retired from Mayfair Mills after 32 years of service and then worked at BI-LO Grocery Store and Wal Mart. 

Surviving is her son, Bobby...

Joseph William Fioccoprile

Joseph William Fioccoprile

Dec 17, 2023

Joseph W. Fioccoprile passed away suddenly Sunday, December 17, 2023 at his home. He is survived by his mother, Margaret (Peggy) Fioccoprile Sheehan and husband Philip, of New Hampshire, father Joesph M. Fioccoprile of Lynn, Massachusetts. His brother Steven Fioccoprile and wife Kim of Oro Valley, Arizona, his sister Laura Duffesy and husband Joseph of Spartanburg, South Carolina. He also...

Martha Rice Franklin

Martha Rice Franklin

Dec 17, 2023

Martha Rice Franklin, 90, entered into the presence of her Lord, and Savior, on Sunday, December 17, 2023.  She was born on August 26, 1933, in Caroleen, NC, a daughter of the late John Sherman Rice and Ethel Mae Allen Rice. For over 66 years she was the devoted and loving wife of the late Rev. Homer Eugene Franklin. 

Martha...

Judy Fleming

Judy Fleming

Dec 16, 2023

Judith “Judy” Pierce Fleming, age 79, greeted her Heavenly Father on Saturday, December 16, 2023, in Spartanburg, South Carolina with her family by her side. 

Judy was born on February 21, 1944, in Durham, North Carolina to the late Aubrey Johnson Pierce and Mary Ruby Betts Pierce.  She was an active member of Westgate Baptist Church in Spartanburg.

Judy graduated...

Harry Livingston Shinn, Jr.

Harry Livingston Shinn, Jr.

Dec 16, 2023

Harry Livingston Shinn, Jr., age 81, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2023, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He was born on October 25, 1942, in Charlotte, North Carolina to the late, Harry Livingston Shinn, Sr. and Lela Gibson Shinn.Harry was a graduate of Duke University and later obtained his J.D. from the University of Michigan. He held a notable career...

Dolline Bogan Inman

Dolline Bogan Inman

Dec 15, 2023

 

Dolline Bogan Inman, 80, of Cowpens, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023, at her home.  She was born on February 3, 1943, in Cowpens, SC, a daughter of the late Willie Mae Bogan Ledford and the late Tealman Trent.

 

Dolline was a hard-working lady who did not understand the meaning of the word “quit”. She was the...

Janice F. Stone

Janice F. Stone

Dec 13, 2023

Janice F. Stone, age 85, passed away on December 13, 2023, in Spartanburg, SC. She was born on November 24, 1938, in Pelzer, SC to the late Thomas McDonald Fennell and Lidia Jordan Fennell. 

A graduate of Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC, Janice dedicated her life to teaching. For almost 30 years, she taught 7th-grade math and computers at...

Eudora "Dodie" Anderson Williams Graham

Eudora "Dodie" Anderson Williams Graham

Dec 13, 2023

Eudora (Dodie) Anderson Williams Graham, 92, of Spartanburg, died Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at her home.  She was born on October 2, 1931, in Nashville, TN, a daughter of the late Malcolm Ralph and Eudora Anderson Smith Williams. 

She grew up in New Orleans, attended Newman High School, and graduated from Vanderbilt University. The family lived in Memphis, Sumter, Durham,...

Augustus "Gus" George Camp

Augustus "Gus" George Camp

Dec 11, 2023

 

Augustus "Gus" George Camp, beloved husband and father, passed away on December 11, 2023, at the age of 80. Gus was born, in Greenwood, South Carolina and was the son of parents, Clinton Camp and Emily Mims Camp.

Gus served his country with honor and dedication. He spent four years in the United States Navy serving aboard the USS...

Juanita Grabaszewski

Juanita Grabaszewski

Dec 10, 2023

Juanita Grabaszewski, age 89, peacefully passed away at her home on Sunday, December 10, 2023. She was born May 14, 1934, in Des Moines, Iowa to the late Harold and Marie (Dennis) Elifritz.

 

Her warm smile and gentle kindness will be missed by all who knew her. She cherished time spent with family and lived for those she loved. ...

Bates Lupo Scoggins, Jr.

Bates Lupo Scoggins, Jr.

Dec 10, 2023

 

Mr. Bates Lupo Scoggins, Jr., 88, of Jonesville, SC, died Sunday, December 10, 2023, at Union Medical Center. A native of Mullins, SC, he was a son of the late Bates Lupo and Frances Earle Scoggins.

 

He was a 1958 graduate of Wofford College where he was a member of the tennis team. Upon college graduation, he served...

Wilbur James Giesler

Wilbur James Giesler

Dec 9, 2023

 

Wilbur James Giesler, 95, died Saturday, December 9, 2023, at his home surrounded by family. A native of Buffalo, New York, he was born July 2 1928, son of the late August H and Wilhemina Fischle Giesler. He was husband to the late Joan Elizabeth Shadle Giesler for 69 years. 

He retired as a Lt Col from the US...

Patricia Wood Hasty

Patricia Wood Hasty

Dec 9, 2023

 

Patricia Wood Hasty, age 75, of Spartanburg passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 9, 2023. Pat was born on March 15, 1948, the older daughter of John L. and Annie Mae Hyleman Wood. She was married to James Thomas "Jim" Hasty, Jr. for forty-eight years.

Along with her husband, Pat is survived by her daughter Jennifer Hasty and her...

Keith E. Plexico

Keith E. Plexico

Dec 8, 2023

Keith E. Plexico, 72, of Boiling Springs, ran into the arms of Jesus, Friday, December 8, 2023. Yes, he ran “with renewed strength, and did not grow weary.” A native of Spartanburg, he was born on October 1, 1951, to the late Harold E. and Delphia Hope Plexico.

 

He retired from Vic Bailey car dealership and recently retired from...

Emily Rose McCallister

Emily Rose McCallister

Dec 7, 2023

 

Emily Rose McCallister, 74, of Chesnee, died Thursday, December 7, 2023, at her home. A native of Spartanburg, she was born on August 29, 1949, a daughter of the late Henry Abe (Mack) and Margaret Bell McCallister.

 

She had been employed at Siemens Manufacturing Company in Roebuck.

 

She is survived by four sisters, Margaret Edwards, Sundie Lomax,...

Reynaldo Ramos Baquiran

Reynaldo Ramos Baquiran

Dec 6, 2023

Reynaldo Ramos Baquiran, devoted husband, father, and grandfather, has passed away at the age of 79. Born on July 8, 1944, in Cavite, Philippines.  He was a son of the late Armando Santos Baquiran and Constancia Ramos Baquiran.

One of Reynaldo's proudest accomplishments was earning his bachelor's degree in architecture – a testament to his unwavering perseverance and dedication to...

Phyllis C. Vandiver

Phyllis C. Vandiver

Dec 6, 2023

 

Phyllis C. Vandiver, 77, of Boiling Springs, SC, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023.  She was born on May 29, 1946, in Gaffney, SC, a daughter of the late Clarence G. and Jessie Tessnear Millwood.

 

Surviving is her husband of 60 years, Roger W. Vandiver and her brother, Bryant G. Millwood of Charlotte, NC.

 

A graveside...

REBECCA ILENE REECE WILKINS

REBECCA ILENE REECE WILKINS

Dec 6, 2023

 

Rebecca Ilene Reece Wilkins, passed away on December 6, 2023, at the age of 78. She was born on August 2, 1945, in Glendale, South Carolina to the late Claude and Vinnie Reece.  Rebecca's graduated from Pacolet High School and attended Cecil's Business College. Rebecca was a secretary and bookkeeper at Spartanburg County Schools, District #3.  Rebecca's generosity and compassion...

David Fredrick Westbrooks

David Fredrick Westbrooks

Dec 4, 2023

David Fredrick Westbrooks, 52, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, passed away on December 4, 2023, in Moore. He was born on June 9, 1971, in Spartanburg.

David was a master mechanic and musician, known for his intelligence, wit, kindness, generosity, and understanding. He had a passion for fixing things and enjoyed hobbies such as four-wheeling, working with robotic devices, and flying...

Phyllis Westmoreland Bird

Phyllis Westmoreland Bird

Dec 3, 2023

 

Phyllis Westmoreland Bird, 87, of Spartanburg, SC, passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Mary Black Hospital after a brief illness. Phyllis was born November 16, 1937, in Gainesville, GA, to parents Phillip Westmoreland and Eva Elrod Westmoreland. 

 

Phyllis married Edgar Brown Bird in June 1954 and enjoyed a wonderful life living in several locations in South...

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