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Nancy Ann Cathcart Worley

Nancy Ann Cathcart Worley

May 18, 2024

Nancy Ann Cathcart Worley of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at the age of 88. She was born in Spartanburg to the late Elias and Alma High Cathcart. Nancy was a member of Covenant Baptist Church.She leaves behind her daughter, Robin Zimmerman (Benny); granddaughter, Conner Zimmerman; great-granddaughter, Harper Everett; and brother, Richard Cathcart. Along with her parents,...

John William Webster, Sr.

John William Webster, Sr.

May 15, 2024

John “Jack” William Webster, Sr. passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, May 15, at White Oak Estates.He was predeceased by both parents, Francis and Martha Webster, his wife, Maria Webster, and his brother, Francis Webster, Jr. He is survived by his elder son, John William “Bill” Webster, Jr., his wife, Patti, and their son, Jesse; his younger son, Robert Pearse Webster,...

Glenn Allen Gillespie

Glenn Allen Gillespie

May 15, 2024

SGM Glenn Allen Gillespie US Army Retired, 86, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. He was born in Nemours, WV on April 2, 1938, to the late Ernest and Vivian Tate Gillespie. His education included graduating from Pocahontas High School in 1956 and Campbell University - BBS.Glenn started his career in the Army in 1956 and rose to the...

Vicki Lynn Campbell Batten

Vicki Lynn Campbell Batten

May 15, 2024

On the morning of Wednesday, May 15, 2024, the Lord gained another angel and the world lost a beautiful soul in Vicki Campbell Batten. She was born in Spartanburg on April 26, 1957.Vicki’s love for others stretched far and wide - from her close friends and acquaintances to her large extended family. Surviving family includes her partner of 24 years...

Rebecca Bullington Cromer

Rebecca Bullington Cromer

May 15, 2024

How do we define a life well-lived? Is it measured in faith, years, impact, experiences, the love of family and friends? By these estimations and so many more, Rebecca “Becky” Bullington Cromer had a full and meaningful life.  

Becky was born in Spartanburg, SC, the oldest child of Eula “Pike” Dickerson Bullington and Albert “Ab” Bryan Bullington. She attended Spartanburg...

Nancy Mason Carlisle Cooper

Nancy Mason Carlisle Cooper

May 14, 2024

Mason Carlisle Cooper, 66, of Spartanburg and Seneca, SC, lost her cancer fight at Spartanburg Regional Hospice House surrounded by her family on May 14th, 2024. Mason was born in Spartanburg, SC, and was the daughter of Nancy Caldwell Carlisle and the late John Mason “Jack” Carlisle. She was married to Michael Leonard Cooper, and they celebrated their first anniversary...

Mildred LaVerne Gooddy Welchel

Mildred LaVerne Gooddy Welchel

May 14, 2024

Mildred "LaVerne" Gooddy Welchel, 89, of Wellford, SC passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. She was born in Greenville, SC on April 6, 1935 to the late Horace F. and Beatrice House Gooddy.

LaVerne was known for her kind heart and caring nature. She was a very devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved music (especially Rock & Roll) and...

Thongbang Poonsuk

Thongbang Poonsuk

May 14, 2024

Thongbang Poonsuk, 58, of Boiling Springs, S.C., passed away on May 14th, 2024. Funeral Services will be on Saturday, May 18th, 2024, 2 P.M. , at the J.M. Dunbar Funeral Home. 

Yes C. Patel

Yes C. Patel

May 12, 2024

Yeshwantku Chimanbhai Patel, 73, of Spartanburg, S.C., passed away on May 12th, 2024. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 16th, at 10 A.M., at the J.M. Dunbar Funeral Home, 690 Southport Rd. Roebuck, SC 29376. 

William James Walters

William James Walters

May 11, 2024

William J. Walters, 73, of Simpsonville, SC, died Saturday May 11th, 2024.

Born January 12, 1951, in Rochester, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late William A. and Catherine M. Walters.

He was a retired quality control specialists at DRT Aerospace.

He is survived by his partner, Kimbly Chambers, and her daughters; Haylee Fravala (Mike), Amanda Freeman (Brandon), and three grandchildren; Bristol,...

Dennis Ray Brannon

Dennis Ray Brannon

May 9, 2024

Dennis Ray Brannon of Woodruff, SC passed away Thursday, May 9, 2024. He was born in Spartanburg, SC on August 10, 1948, son of the late Cyrus Lamar and Juanita Calloway Brannon. A graduate of Boiling Springs High School, Dennis enlisted in the United States Navy. After his military service, he entered the building supply business and led a successful career...

William Grady Stewart

William Grady Stewart

May 9, 2024

William Grady Stewart, age 97 of Spartanburg, SC is now with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ after graduating to heaven on May 9, 2024.  Born November 2,1926 in Simpsonville SC, he was the son of Walter Grady Stewart and Azile Bozeman Stewart. He was married to the love of his life, Sybil Stewart, for 68 years and is reunited...

Winston Gwathmey Chapman

Winston Gwathmey Chapman

May 8, 2024

Wednesday, May 8, 2024, Winston Gwathmey Chapman, 65, left this world while cross-country skiing above the tree line in Breckenridge, Colorado. The third son of the Honorable Robert Foster Chapman and Wince (Mary Winston Gwathmey Chapman), Winston was born November 11, 1958, in Spartanburg, SC where he grew up surrounded by a large family and many friends. Baptized into the First...

Gerald "Little Dude" Turner

Gerald "Little Dude" Turner

May 7, 2024

Gerald Fletcher Turner II, affectionately known as "Little Dude," passed away on May 7th, 2024, at the age of 69 in Inman, SC. Born on March 3rd, 1955, to the late Pat and Dude Turner, in Spartanburg, SC.

A talented piano tuner for over 53 years, Dude's career began with his Case Brothers family in Spartanburg. In 1974, he received an...

Richard Grant Revan

Richard Grant Revan

May 7, 2024

Richard Grant Revan, 64, of Spartanburg, SC, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He was born in Tryon, NC, to the late Dematrice Lafayette and Betty Lou Barton Revan.Richard "Rick" was a proud graduate of Clemson University and earned his master's degree in education from Converse College. Throughout his career, Rick wore many hats, excelling in various roles including...

Richard Joseph Vellines

Richard Joseph Vellines

May 5, 2024

Richard Joseph Vellines, 85, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024 in Spartanburg, SC. He was born on April 21, 1939, in Norfolk VA, to the late Richard Joseph George and Rita Margaret Dempsey Vellines. He was married to the late Jane Vance Vellines for 62 years. Born and raised in Virginia Beach, Richard began his working life as a lifeguard....

Deborah Lewis Guy

Deborah Lewis Guy

May 4, 2024

Deborah Lewis Guy, resident of Spartanburg County, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2024 at the age of 69. She was born in on February 4, 1955, to the late Sybil Snow Lewis and Edward William Lewis, Jr. and was the widow of Robert E. Guy.Deborah was a graduate of Dorman High School and went on to serve as the head...

Beatrice Ahner

Beatrice Ahner

May 4, 2024

Beatrice Ahner, 89, beloved wife of the late Thomas Clarence Ahner, passed away on May 4th, 2024. Born on December 6th, 1934, in Bogota, Colombia, to Jorge and Paulina Garcia y Garcia, before making her way to the United States to start her family.

Beatrice began her professional journey at the Mexican Embassy in Bogota, Colombia, before embarking on a new...

Dorothy Seay Dill

Dorothy Seay Dill

May 2, 2024

Dorothy Lee Seay Dill, 93, of Spartanburg, widow of the late James Herbert Dill, went home to be with lord on May 2nd, 2024. Dorothy was born on August 4th, 1930, to the late Albert Franklin and Rosa Emmerline Seay.

She was member of Canaan Baptist Church and a wonderful mother, who found her joy as a homemaker, maintaining the warm...

Michael Leigh Eaton

Michael Leigh Eaton

Apr 28, 2024



Michael Leigh Eaton, aged 73, passed away on April 28th, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born in Durham, N.C., to the late Ralph Wayne and Laura Cockerham Eaton.

After graduating from Camden Military Academy, Mike pursued further education at Appalachian State University and Forsyth Tech. Mike served his country honorably as a Veteran of the U.S....

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