Ina Lea Minsky
Oct 21, 2024
Ina Lea Sandler Minsky, 82, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, in Spartanburg, SC. She was born on August 29, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Minnie and Gershon Sandler.
Ina graduated from Von Steuben High School in Chicago and then Northeastern Illinois University where she earned Bachelor of Education and Master of Arts degrees.
Thus began a life dedication...
Helen Glynn Bennett
Oct 20, 2024
Helen Henderson Bennett died on October 20, 2024, at 59 years old at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. She was born on June 29, 1965, in Chester, South Carolina. She was the daughter of Mildred Henderson and the late David Henderson.
Helen was a caretaker through and through. Helen's servant-like heart was fulfilled when she could do for others. Her favorite way...
Betty Jo Greenway Heatherly
Oct 19, 2024
Betty Jo Greenway Heatherly, 87, of Boiling Springs, died peacefully Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Lakewood Assisted Living with family by her side. A native of Green Creek, NC, she was born on November 23, 1936, a daughter of the late Joseph William and Naomi Vernell Cantrell Greenway and the wife of the late Charles R. (Curly) Heatherly.
She was a...
Jeannette Johnson
Oct 18, 2024
Jeannette Johnson, affectionately known as Jeannie, passed away peacefully at her residence on Friday, October,18 2024, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, at the age of 84. Jeannie was born on May 31,1940, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Robert and Irene Elam Eberhard. Jeannie lived a life rich with love, devotion, and a deep commitment to her community and family.
Throughout her...
David Neargardner
Oct 17, 2024
David J. Neargardner, age 56, of Woodland Park, CO, passed away at his residence October 17, 2024.
David Graduated from Greenville Sr. High School, in Greenville, OH, in 1987. He worked as a driver for Viking and FedEx for over 25 years. His quick wit, ready smile, and love of life will truly be missed by all who knew him. He...
Betty A. Poteat
Oct 12, 2024
Betty A. Poteat, of Spartanburg, passed away peacefully in her home on October 12, 2024, following a year-long illness. She was 90 years old.
Betty was a remarkable woman. Her parents, Mary and Furman Poteat, worked in the mills of Whitney and Gaffney, and Betty inherited the athletic ability of her uncle, P.D. Eubanks, who played professional baseball. When Betty was...
Happy Outz Bishop
Oct 12, 2024
Happy Outz Bishop, a lifelong resident of Spartanburg, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024, at the age of 77, while under hospice care in Forest City, NC. Born on September 2, 1947, in Spartanburg, SC, to the late, Elzie Lowry Outz and Mattie Emma Switzer Outz.
Happy was a vibrant lady known for making the most out of life. She...
James Arthur Burnett
Oct 11, 2024
James Arthur Burnett, 86, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 11, 2024 surrounded by his family. James was born on July 20, 1938 in Union, SC to the late Jesse and Eloise Burnett.
For 20 years, James served in law enforcement, retiring from the Spartanburg City Police Department, as a Detective. He was...
Bryan Bentley
Oct 9, 2024
Bryan Bentley, a loyal and gentle soul whose love for family and friends knew no bounds, passed away at the age of 65, on October 9, 2024, in Inman, SC. He was born on May 6, 1959, in Hendersonville, NC, to the late, Roy Eugene Bentley and Glenda Sue Osteen Bentley.
Bryan was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose...
Kathie Lynn Pettit
Oct 9, 2024
Kathie Lynn Pettit, born on January 30, 1956, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on October 9 2024 . She was a loving mother, devoted sister, and cherished grandmother, who brought joy and kindness to those around her.
Kathie's life was shaped by the love of family and her unwavering commitment to them. She is survived by her three daughters,...
Oliver Keen Gaskins
Oct 8, 2024
O.K. Gaskins was born October 8, 1927, in Morehead City, NC. He experienced his final rebirth on October 8, 2024, at the age of 97. He now joins his wife of 55 years, Bobby Ann, who preceded him in 2008, his son, Steven Oliver, who preceded him in 2017, and his grandson, Taylor Gaskins, who preceded him in 2018.
O.K. was...
Mary "Kay" Carroll
Oct 8, 2024
Mary "Kay" Carroll, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2024, in Greenville, South Carolina, at the age of 96. Born on April 1, 1928, in Okemah, Oklahoma, to the late Roy E. and Elizabeth Sefton Suppes.
Kay was a loving wife to her husband, Leonard Carroll, with whom she shared 76 years of marriage. Their partnership was a testament to love...
Ronald "Ronnie" Lynn Garner
Oct 7, 2024
Ronald (Ronnie) Lynn Garner, 74, of Roebuck, died on Monday, October 7, 2024, at his home. A native of Spartanburg. He was born on September 6, 1950, a son of the late Charles E. and Violet McCullough Garner and stepson of the late Doris King Garner.
He was a 1968 graduate of Dorman High School, Spartanburg Tech and retired after 44...
Fred Lee Cariens
Oct 6, 2024
Fred Lee Cariens, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed on October 6, 2024, at the Agape House of Lexington, South Carolina. Born on June 20, 1935, in Spartanburg, Fred was a devoted member of his community and a true testament to the enduring power of love and family. Fred's career as a barber was only the beginning...
Imogene T. Hughes
Oct 6, 2024
Imogene T. Hughes, a beloved matriarch and dedicated Christian woman, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024, in Jonesville, South Carolina. Born on May 13, 1931, in Limestone County, Tennessee, she lived a life filled with faith, love, and devotion to her family and friends. She was a daughter of the late, William M. ad Dessie Letterman Traylor.
Imogene, age 93,...
Joy Carla Phillips
Oct 6, 2024
Joy Carla Phillips, 62, of Spartanburg, passed away on Sunday morning, October 6, 2024, at White Oak Estates. Joy was born March 1, 1962, in Spartanburg, a daughter of the late Gladys Hammett Phillips and Loyd Metz Phillips.
Joy is a member of Cannons Camp Ground United Methodist Church. She loved her church very much. She remembered everyone’s birthday with a...
Gloria Hohenstreiter Massey
Oct 5, 2024
Gloria Hohenstreiter Massey, 92, of Spartanburg, passed away early Saturday morning, October 5, 2024, at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. Gloria was born October 8, 1931, in Seymour, IN, a daughter of the late John William Carl and Gladys Jane Bowman Hohenstreiter. She was married to the late Herman Koontz Massey. Along with her husband and parents, Gloria was also predeceased...
James Robert Fisk
Oct 4, 2024
James (Jim) R. Fisk, 64, of Roebuck, SC, passed away suddenly on Friday, October 4, 2024 at his home. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Lisa Rodefeld-Fisk in Roebuck, and his sisters, Sue Morrisson and Janet Tunney, Sue’s husband, Bob Morrisson, Jim’s nephews Chris and Rolf Schlesiger, Matthew and Michael Morrisson, and his niece, Hanna Benedict, not to mention, the...
Bruce Ray Schrimsher
Oct 4, 2024
Bruce Ray Schrimsher, 79, of Spartanburg, died Friday, October 4, 2024, at his residence. Bruce was born October 29, 1944, in Spartanburg, a son of the late Samuel Luther and Gertrude Smith Schrimsher. He was a career brick mason.
Bruce is survived by a daughter, Kimberley Renee Varner; 4 grandchildren, Eric Cook, Michelle Resendiz, Ricky Resendiz, and Steven Cook; 14 great-grandchildren,...
Jaime Lynne Flora
Oct 3, 2024
Jaime Lynne Flora was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina on February 18, 1980, to parents, Jack David Flora Jr. and Janice Williams Flora. Jaime was a graduate of Byrnes High School.
Jaime was employed at Milliken & Company for over 20 years, where she made lifelong friends. She was a hard worker and until recent years always worked two jobs. She...
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