Obituaries

Cromer Rector Parton, Jr.

Cromer Rector Parton, Jr.

Aug 18, 2024

Cromer Rector Parton, Jr., affectionately known as “JR”, was born on January 14, 1929 in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He left this world on Sunday, August 18, 2024, in Cowpens, South Carolina with family by his side, leaving behind a legacy of devotion, family and service.

Throughout his life, Cromer dedicated himself to his work as a Supervisor in textile mills, most...

Robert Alfred Moore, Sr.

Robert Alfred Moore, Sr.

Aug 18, 2024

Robert Alfred Moore, Sr. 79, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 18, 2024, at his home. He was born on August 19, 1944, in Spartanburg, a son of the late R. Allen and Elizabeth Lewis Moore. 

He was a graduate of Spartanburg High School, Spartanburg Junior College and Wofford College. He retired from the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s...

Doris Marguerite Martin Tate

Doris Marguerite Martin Tate

Aug 13, 2024

Doris Martin Tate, 87, of Spartanburg, passed away on Tuesday morning, August 13, 2024, at Spartanburg Medical Center-Mary Black Campus. Doris was born on March 23, 1937, in Spartanburg County, a daughter of the late Farlen Henry Martin and Jessie Mae Harris Martin. She was married for 62 years to the late James Alvin Tate, who passed away in 2018. 

Doris...

Norma Henderson Powell

Norma Henderson Powell

Aug 12, 2024

Norma Henderson Powell 82 of Spartanburg, South Carolina passed away peacefully at her residence on Monday, August 12, 2024. Norma was born on June 29, 1942, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to the late Edgar and Minnie Henderson.

A graduate of Boiling Springs High School, Norma continued to enrich her knowledge throughout her life. Norma had a fulfilling career at MEMC in...

Betty Bradford Doyle

Betty Bradford Doyle

Aug 11, 2024

 

Betty B. Doyle, 90, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, August 11,2024. Betty was born in 1934 to B.O. and Mary Lee Bradford in Ripley, Mississippi. As a young girl, her family moved to Memphis, Tennessee where she completed her schooling and attended what was then Memphis State College. She married Thomas McNeal (Neal) Doyle, Jr. in 1954....

Margaret Morrow Floyd

Margaret Morrow Floyd

Aug 11, 2024

Margaret Morrow Floyd, 89, of Loganville, Georgia went to be with her heavenly father on August 11, 2024. Born September 27, 1934, she was the daughter of the late John Curtis Morrow and Martha Jane Morrow of Pauline, South Carolina and was predeceased by her husband of 59 years Robert Harold Floyd and her sister Doris Jackson. 

She is survived by...

Bryan C. Seay

Bryan C. Seay

Aug 9, 2024

Bryan Seay, a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather, passed away on August 9, 2024 in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He was the son of the late Bryan Seay Sr. and Annie Hall Seay.

Bryan's legacy lives on through his devoted wife of 76 years, Eulalia Seay, his daughters Martha Seay, Katie Rice (David) and Jane Myers, as well as his...

Carole Cahier Mack

Carole Cahier Mack

Aug 9, 2024

Carole Cahier Mack, 81, of Spartanburg, passed away on Friday morning, August 9, 2024, at Spartanburg Medical Center. Carole was born on February 28, 1943, in New York City, NY, a daughter of the late Anne Baldassare Cahier and August Cahier. She was married to the late Arthur R. Mack II, who passed away in 2003. 

Carole attended Church Builders Tabernacle...

Elaine Sellers Stanford

Elaine Sellers Stanford

Aug 6, 2024

Elaine Sellers Stanford, beloved wife, friend, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. She was born on June 12, 1934, in Meridian, Mississippi, to the late Charles Sellers Sr. and Lottie Lyles Sellers.

Elaine led a fulfilling life surrounded by the things she cherished most. Her hobbies included golfing, sewing, reading, and showering affection on her furry...

Donna Gay Gray

Donna Gay Gray

Aug 6, 2024

Donna Gay Gray, 84 passed away on Tuesday, August 06, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina, on August 07,1939 to the late Thomas & Edna Rhinehart.

Donna was a woman known for her deep love for family, her humble spirit, and her fondness for the comforts of home. She found joy...

Clyde Edward Davis, II

Clyde Edward Davis, II

Aug 6, 2024

Clyde Edward “Eddie” Davis, II, of Inman, SC, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, in the comfort of his home. Born in Spartanburg to the late Clyde Edward Davis, Sr. and Frances Hensley Davis, he was also the husband of the late Janet L. Stein Davis and devoted father of Joshua Berry Davis. 

 After graduating from Spartan High, he enlisted...

Evelyn Mae Winkler

Evelyn Mae Winkler

Aug 3, 2024

Evelyn Gillespie Winkler, 97, passed away August 3, 2024, in Boiling Springs, SC. She was born on February 5, 1927, the daughter of the late Major Teccoa Gillespie and Inez Elva Rowland Gillespie. Evelyn is the widow of James M. "Wink" Winkler, her loving husband of 47years. 

She was a graduate of Union High School and retired from Otis Elevator. She...

Celia W. Anderson

Celia W. Anderson

Aug 2, 2024

Celia W. Anderson, age 72 of Moore, SC, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2024. She was born on April 10, 1952, to the late Walter C. Anderson, Jr. and Lucille B. Anderson of Reidville, SC. 

Celia studied journalism and archeology in college before a lengthy career in retail sales. She was a lover of animals, music, antiques, politics, and sports-especially...

Sandra Kay Brooks

Sandra Kay Brooks

Jul 31, 2024

Sandra Kay Brooks, 75, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. She was born Tuesday, September 25, 1951, in Spartanburg, South Carolina to the late Troy Lee Wallace and Hazel Creighton Wallace. 

Sandra is survived by her son, Albert Lee Stanley, Jr. (Christy) and her daughter, Tallie Kay Jolley. She is also survived by her beautiful grandchildren,...

Mary Jarrett Donald

Mary Jarrett Donald

Jul 31, 2024

Mary Jarrett Donald 92, also known to some as YaYa, passed away Wednesday July 31, 2024, in Charlotte, North Carolina. She was born on March 14, 1932, in Roebuck, South Carolina, to the late Clyde and Louise Jarrett. 

Mary dedicated most of her career to serving others at BJ Workman Hospital in the administration department. Her commitment to helping people extended...

Barbara Ann Trump

Barbara Ann Trump

Jul 31, 2024

Barbara Ann Trump, 74, passed away peacefully at her home in Greenville, on July 31, 2024. She was born on February 20, 1950, in Spartanburg, SC to the late, Walter Lee Russell, Sr. and Dorothy Louise Staggs Russell.  

She was a proud 1969 graduate of Dorman High School where her warm personality touched the lives of all who knew her....

Ada Lynn Towery

Ada Lynn Towery

Jul 31, 2024

Ada Lynn Towery, 70, has peacefully passed away on July 31, 2024, in Enoree, SC. She was born on January 26, 1954, in Pacolet, SC to the late, Jake Pace and Bernice Guyton Pace. She will be remembered dearly by all who knew her.

Ada is survived by her sons, Danny Ray Simmons and Jason Towery (Lisa Willis), all from Roebuck,...

Allen M. Singer

Allen M. Singer

Jul 30, 2024

Allen M. Singer, PhD, age 94, of Spartanburg, SC, beloved husband of Voula Karegeannes Singer for more than 62 years, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. 

Dr. Singer served his county in the US. Army, 101st Airborne. 

He attended George Washington University, D.C., where he earned his BA, MA, and PhD. In addition to majoring in Economics and Statistics, he lettered...

Nellie Frances Lynch

Nellie Frances Lynch

Jul 29, 2024

Nellie Lynch, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on July 29,2024, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. She was born on June 23, 1934, in Spartanburg, South Carolina to the late Luther and Virginia Satterfield. 

Nellie was a pillar of strength for her family and a member of Westview Church for 52 years. Her strong faith was evident in everything...

Emory Desire'e Gaspar

Emory Desire'e Gaspar

Jul 28, 2024

Emory Desire'e Gaspar, age 18, the daughter of Maribel Sandoval Martinez, lost her life along with her brother, Jesus, on Sunday, July 28, 2024. in a car accident. A vibrant soul whose presence lit up any room, she danced her way into our hearts when she was born in Rutherford County, North Carolina on May 5, 2006. 

 As Emory brightened the...