Obituaries

Aug 18, 2025

William Thomas Lawton, age 77, of Iva, SC, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at NHC Healthcare Anderson.

Born July 23, 1948, in Anderson, SC, he was the son of Grace Metz Lawton and the late William Edwin "Ed" Lawton.

Tommy was a graduate of Crescent High School and retired from BASF with over...

Aug 15, 2025

Melena "Mia" Bannister Bryant, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away surrounded by her family on August 15, 2025. She was born on May 31, 1968, in Anderson, South Carolina, to Dennis Bannister and Barbara Fields Bannister.

Melena attended Amarillo College and later West Texas State University, where she shined not only in her studies...

Aug 13, 2025

Ronald Michael Bielfelt, I, age 83, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at home.

Born May 24, 1942, in Cleveland, OH, he was the son of the late Donald Walter Bielfelt and Rose Joan DeBrouse Bielfelt. He was also preceded in death by his grandmother, "Grandma Bear".

Ron proudly served our...

Aug 12, 2025

Doris Evelyn Harris Free, age 92, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Rainey Hospice House.

Born April 27, 1933, in Saluda, SC, she was the daughter of the late James Harris and Rilla Nell Armistead Harris. She was married for 69 years to Willie Charles Free until his death in 2021. She...

Aug 12, 2025

Jessy Kenneth Holbrooks, age 19, of Iva, SC, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, in West Palm Beach, FL.

Born February 16, 2006 in Anderson, SC, he was the son of Joshua Cortez Holbrooks and Whitney Leigh Helms. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Kent Holbrooks, Robert (Bob) Jones and his sweet baby Holbrooks....

Aug 11, 2025

Michael Stephen "Mike" Hopkins lived a life too full to fit neatly into dates and titles. Born January 7, 1943, in Anderson, SC, as the only child to Cecil and Sybil Boyce Hopkins, he grew up with a sharp mind, an adventurous spirit, and a knack for making things happen. He passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025, at...

Aug 10, 2025

Brenda Slater Barkley, age 67, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at her home.

Born February 7, 1958, in Boston, MA, she was a daughter of Fay Slater and the late Ray "Kendall" Slater. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Robbie Evans and second husband, Michael Barkley.

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Aug 10, 2025

Ann Elizabeth Shick McCoy, age 71, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at her home.

Born April 1, 1954, in Vincennes, IN, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Helen Shick. She was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Julianna; and several siblings.

Ann enjoyed reading and discussing...

Aug 10, 2025

Wesley Clinton Dyar, age 67, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born June 19, 1958, in the Richland Community of Oconee County, SC, he was the only child of the late Clinton Hugh Dyar and Audrey Shedd Dyar. He was also preceded in death by a grandson, Evan Kinley;...

Aug 9, 2025

Mercedes McHargue McAbee, 76, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at her home surrounded by family and friends.

Born September 1, 1948, in Oconee County, SC, she was a daughter of the late Homer V. McHargue and the late Hazel L. Cook McHargue. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence...

Aug 9, 2025

Casey Justin Whitman, age 38, of Inman, SC, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025.

Born July 24, 1987, in Anderson, SC, he was the son of Johnny Whitman and Teresa Gail Luke Whitman.

Casey was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and was employed as a quality engineer with TopQM. He...

Aug 9, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Joyce Durham, a beloved mother, sister, Gigi, and friend who departed this life on August 9th, 2025, at the age of 83.

Born on May 22, 1942, to the late Walker and Cecil Dickard, Joyce grew up surrounded by a large and loving family. She was...

Aug 7, 2025

Miriam Juanita Murphy, age 89, of Belton, SC, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at her home.

Born June 21, 1936, in Anderson, SC, she was the daughter of the late Elbert Earl Nichols and Omah Josephine Shope Nichols. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Shawn Smith; and brothers, Kenneth Nichols and...

Aug 4, 2025

James Winton Martin, Jr., age 75, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025, at his home.

Born August 28, 1949, in Orangeburg, SC, he was the son of the late James Winton Martin, Sr. and Dorothy Peeples Martin, of Winnsboro, SC.

James was a graduate of Clemson University and served in the...

Aug 4, 2025

Shirley Lee Worley, age 82, of Anderson, SC, passed away peacefully in the arms of the Lord on Monday, August 4, 2025. Born to Hoy and Grace Lee, Shirley lived a life full of love, faith, and dedication to her family and community.

Shirley was a cherished member of Centerville Baptist Church, where she found great strength...

Aug 1, 2025

Marvin Chasteen, age 95, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025, at AnMed Medical Center.

Born May 22, 1930, in Anderson, SC, he was the son of the late John Chasteen and Beulah Howell Chasteen. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Turner Chasteen; a daughter, Margaret Elizabeth Chasteen; brothers, Rufus,...

Jul 31, 2025

Dennis R. Johnson, beloved brother, loyal friend and compassionate soul, passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the age of 73. He will be remembered for his keen intelligence, razor sharp wit, love for the game of golf, reading, and his tender heart for animals.

He served his country honorably in the United States Army, carrying...

Jul 31, 2025

Rhonda Lerea Roberts Agnew, age 54, of Starr, South Carolina, passed away at her home on July 31, 2025.

Born on September 15, 1970, in Bakersfield, California, Rhonda was raised in Piedmont, South Carolina, by her loving parents, James Benjamin "JB" Roberts and Patti Roberts. She was one of six children and grew up surrounded by the...

Jul 31, 2025

Gerald Thomas Williams, age 74, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at Rainey Hospice House.

Born September 9, 1950, in Anderson, SC, he was a son of the late Carlton Raleigh Williams and Amanda Lavada Williams. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Bob Williams and Louise Pack.

Gerald...

Jul 26, 2025

Sandra Watt Bostic, 83, Anderson, SC, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Rainey Hospice House while surrounded by her loving family.

Mrs. Sandra was born on June 24, 1942, in Anderson, SC. She was the daughter of the late Elmer J. Smith and the late Annie Burton Smith. She was preceded in death by...