Obituaries

Local Spartanburg, South Carolina Obituaries

Charles Henry "Harry" Neely

Charles Henry "Harry" Neely

Mar 4, 2016

Roebuck, SC- Charles Henry Neely, 73, husband of Patsy Baughman Neely, entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 4, 2016. Born December 10, 1942 in Spartanburg, SC, Harry was the son of the late Thomas Lawton and Carolyn Switzer Neely. He was a graduate of Blue Ridge High School and Wofford College. After retiring from RR Donnelly, he worked at...

Rupert Earl Melton, Sr.

Rupert Earl Melton, Sr.

Mar 2, 2016

Rupert Earl Melton, Sr. Moore – Rupert Earl Melton, 75, husband of Mary Lynn Bell Melton, died Wednesday, March 2, 2016. Earl was born on September 16, 1940 to the late Hicks and Alva Hughston Melton. He faithfully served his country in the US Army, retired from Spartanburg County, was an active member of Bethlehem Baptist Church and loved playing,...

Blanche Cannon Burleson

Blanche Cannon Burleson

Feb 29, 2016

Spartanburg, SC- Blanche Cannon Burleson, 74, went to be with her Lord & Savior on Monday, February 29, 2016. Born June 4, 1941 in Richmond, VA, Blanche was the daughter of the late Claude Cannon, Sr. and Blanche Hardee Cannon. Blanche was a member of the Faith Free Presbyterian Church, Greenville, SC. Surviving are her loving husband of 44 years,...

Charlie Satterfield

Charlie Satterfield

Feb 27, 2016

Charlie Satterfield, Jr. Spartanburg – Charles E. Satterfield, Jr., 54, died Friday, February 26, 2016. He is survived by sisters, Sally Smith and Carol Steward. The family will receive friends from 6:00PM to 7:00PM on Monday, February 29, 2016, at Dunbar Funeral Home.

Homer Raymond Bichard

Homer Raymond Bichard

Feb 27, 2016

Spartanburg, SC- Homer Raymond Bichard, 76, husband of Peggy Morgan Bichard, died Saturday, February 27, 2016. Born September 20, 1939 in Cambridge, OH, Homer was a son of the late Harry and Lula Milligan Bichard. He honorably served his country in the US Navy and retired after 22 years. Homer was a customer engineer for Telex, Memorex Telex, Decision One,...

Jonathan David Wycuff

Jonathan David Wycuff

Feb 26, 2016

John Wycuff Spartanburg – Jonathan David Wycuff, 60, husband of Shirley Crocker Wycuff, died Friday, February 26, 2016. John was born on December 4, 1955 to the late Dr. Charles B. and Betty Hester Wycuff. He was the owner of American Drywall Service, and a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans. John loved and was a student of history...

Michael Henry Thompson

Michael Henry Thompson

Feb 21, 2016

Spartanburg, SC- Michael Henry Thompson, 80, husband of Shelby Jean “Peggy” Solesbee Thompson, died Sunday, February 21, 2016. Born August 6, 1935 in Spartanburg, SC, Mike was a son of the late William W. and Lucille Moore Thompson. He was a graduate of Clemson University and honorably served his country in the US Army. Mike was the retired owner of...

Howard Earl Strickland, Jr.

Howard Earl Strickland, Jr.

Feb 20, 2016

Spartanburg, SC- On Saturday, February 20, 2016, Howard Earl Strickland, Jr. took his last breath on Earth and his first in Heaven. Born June 25, 1949 in Spartanburg, SC, Howard was a son of the late Howard Earl Strickland, Sr. and Frances Lancaster Strickland. He was a graduate of Dorman High School class of ’67. Howard honorably served his country...

Olinda Milner Dunbar

Olinda Milner Dunbar

Feb 19, 2016

Spartanburg, SC- Olinda Milner Dunbar, 71, wife of Leroy David Dunbar, III, died Friday, February 19, 2016. Born October 29, 1944 in Spartanburg, SC, Olinda was the daughter of Clelon Campbell Milner and the late A. K. Milner. She was a graduate of Fairforest High School, class of 1962, and attended Cecil Business College. Olinda was involved in the PTA...

Sara Biggers Mullins

Sara Biggers Mullins

Feb 18, 2016

Spartanburg – Sara Biggers Mullins, 85, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2016. Sara was born in Greenville, SC on February 9, 1931 to the late Whitney Freeman and Silda Ballenger Biggers. She attended Winthrop College and after completing her Nursing Degree, faithfully served as a Registered Nurse from 1954 – 1996 at Spartanburg General Hospital, Doctor’s Memorial, and retiring...

R. C. "Buck" Bright

R. C. "Buck" Bright

Feb 16, 2016

Spartanburg, SC- R.C. Bright, 77, husband of Millie “Pat” Parham Bright, died Tuesday, February 16, 2016. Born August 9, 1938 in Wilmington, DE, Buck was the son of the late Rupert Bright, II and Eleanor Hardiker Bright. He honorably served his country in the US Army. Buck was employed with Clement Lumber for over 50 years. He loved fishing and...

Brenda Bruce Weathers

Brenda Bruce Weathers

Feb 13, 2016

Cowpens, SC- Brenda Bruce Weathers, 71, wife of the late Leonard Weathers, died Saturday, February 13, 2016. Born November 19, 1944 in Asheville, NC, Brenda was a daughter of the late James Theodore and Annie Lou Johnson Bruce. Brenda is survived by her children, Bill Ragan and Ray Dockery of Cowpens, SC and Jackie Dockery (Freda) of Clifton, SC; step...

Keith Richard Wernquist

Keith Richard Wernquist

Feb 11, 2016

Keith R. Wernquist Spartanburg- Keith Richard Wernquist, 60, husband of the late Nancy Carlson Wernquist, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2016. Born in Los Angeles, California, Keith was a son of Evelyn Rodstrom Wernquist and the late Chester Wernquist. He was a member of Anderson Mill Road Baptist Church. In addition to his mother, Keith is survived by his daughter,...

Mildred Brown Allen

Mildred Brown Allen

Feb 10, 2016

Spartanburg, SC- Mildred W. Brown Allen, 89, wife of the late J. D. Allen, died Wednesday, February 10, 2016. Born July 28, 1926 in Spartanburg, SC, Mildred was a daughter of the late Harry Dantzler and Truman Miles Wimberly. She was a graduate of Spartanburg High School, class of 1943, and the Robinson School of Business. Mildred retired from the...

Joshua David Latham

Joshua David Latham

Feb 10, 2016

Spartanburg, SC- Joshua David Latham, 35, son of Douglas and Tyrrell Latham, died Wednesday, February 10, 2016. Joshua is also survived by his brothers, Christopher Latham (Zaira) and David Latham (Stephanie); nephew, Lucas Latham; and his Jiu-Jitsu family. The family will receive friends Thursday, February 11th, 5:30-7:00PM at Anderson Mill Road Baptist Church. A memorial service will be held Friday,...

Ronald Walter Farleigh

Ronald Walter Farleigh

Feb 6, 2016

Greenville, SC- Ronald Walter Farleigh, 82, husband of Linda Hogan Farleigh, died Saturday, February 6, 2016. Born April 24, 1933 in Surrey, England, Ronald was the son of the late Albert and Helen Hunt Farleigh. He served on the Royal Air Force in England. Ronald was the Director of Finance with Slazenger Golf. He enjoyed golf, soccer, traveling, and was...

Jack Jeremiah Wallis

Jack Jeremiah Wallis

Feb 5, 2016

Roebuck, SC- Jack Jeremiah Wallis, 87, husband of Margaret Conner Wallis, died Friday, February 5, 2016. Born February 16, 1928 in Opelika, AL, Jack was a son of the late Arris and Olga Nora Andrews Wallis. He honorably served his country in the US Army during the Korean War. Jack attended Auburn University and was employed with Lockwood Green Engineers...

Howard Grover Coman

Howard Grover Coman

Feb 2, 2016

Woodruff, SC- Howard Grover Coman, 91, husband of the late Ethel “Bonnie” Bahnmuller Coman, died Tuesday, February 2, 2016. Born January 28, 1925 in Asheville, NC, Howard was a son of the late Grover Lonus and Floy Wilson Coman. He honorably served his country in the US Navy on the USS Hornet as part of the Pacific Fleet during WWII....

Helen Sloop McGinnis

Helen Sloop McGinnis

Jan 31, 2016

Spartanburg, SC- Helen Sloop McGinnis, 83, wife of Elgin E. McGinnis, died Sunday, January 31, 2016. Born April 3, 1932 in Kannapolis, North Carolina, Helen was one of the fourteen children of the late Jeremiah Waldo and Bessie Morgan Sloop. She worked for Sherills Upholstery in Hickory, NC and Hunt Manufacturing in Statesville, NC for many years. Helen was a...

William "Mike" Doyle

William "Mike" Doyle

Jan 27, 2016

William “Mike” Doyle Inman – William Michael Doyle, son of the late Harry and Myrtle Casey Doyle, died Wednesday, January 27, 2016. Born April 22, 1943 in Spartanburg, he lived at Lake Bowen. He was the grandson of the late Lawrence and Anna Casey of Spartanburg. Mike worked in various industries. He was the manager of the former Palmetto Theater...