Obituaries
Samuel Rush
Dec 1, 2024
Samuel Sebron Rush, 75, of Bradley, South Carolina, passed away on December 1, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. He was born on July 8, 1949, in Greenwood, South Carolina, to the late Ruben and Gertrude Rush. Sam served his country proudly in the United States Army and was a Vietnam War veteran. He then dedicated over 30 years...
Cynthia Denise Williams
Nov 30, 2024
It is with joy and love that we celebrate the life of Cynthia Denise Williams, 63, of Bradley, SC. Cynthia, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on November 30, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. Born on March 29, 1961, in Hawkinsville, GA, Cynthia was the daughter of the late Thomas Walker Coley...
Aaron Van Every
Nov 24, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Aaron Mark Van Every, a beloved son, brother, uncle and cherished friend, who peacefully left us on November 24, 2024, at the age of 50. Born in Detroit, MI. he was the son of Dennis Van Every and Barbara Bardisban VanEvery. Aaron, known to those who loved him as...
Tim Royston
Nov 22, 2024
William Timothy "Tim" Royston, 69, of Greenwood, passed away Friday, November 22, 2024 at his home. Born in Greenwood, he was a son of the late Marshall "Monk" Royston and Sarah Oliver Royston. He was the owner and operator of Royston & Son Used Parts. He is survived by his children, Joshua Royston of Greenville and Tiffany Enter (Stacy) of...
Kevin Knab
Nov 20, 2024
Kevin Mareen Knab, 51, of Bradley, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at Self Regional Medical Center. Born in Lexington on March 10, 1973, he was a son of Vera Virginia Browder Knab. Kevin dedicated his days to his work in quality control at Fuji. Outside of work, he selflessly served his community as a volunteer at the Coronaca Fire...
Harvey Peurifoy
Nov 19, 2024
Harvey Ottis Peurifoy, 100, of Greenwood, went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at Palmetto Patriots Home in Gaffney. Born in Newberry, he was a son of the late Brooks Peurifoy and Sarah Proctor Peurifoy Childs. Harvey worked for Mathews Mills at the age of 16 as a loom fixer. He met his first wife Trudy McKee...
Leilani Grace Lewis
Nov 18, 2024
Leilani Grace Lewis, our beautiful baby girl, was welcomed into the world on Monday, November 18, 2024 and left our arms too soon. Though her life was short, she filled our hearts with love and brought joy to our family. She will always be remembered and loved. She may have only been with us for a short time, but her...
Scotty Garner
Nov 17, 2024
Andrew Scott "Scotty" Garner, 72, of Greenwood, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024. Born in Greenwood, he was a son of the late Malon and Sybil Porter Garner. Scotty retired from Action Sports and enjoyed playing golf. He was a member of Abney Memorial Baptist Church. Surviving are his brother, Porter Garner (Cleva); nieces, Beth Garner Bladon (Justin), Leigh Garner...
Richard Lukens
Nov 13, 2024
Richard Lukens, 87, of Taylors, beloved husband of Nancy Kirby Lukens, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at his home. Born in Decatur, IL, he was a son of the late Benjamin "Benny" and Alma Robbins Lukens. Richard was a man of many talents and passions, known for his love of gardening and his incredible "green thumb." He dedicated his...
Gene Shirley
Nov 13, 2024
Gene Shirley, 80, of Greenwood, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont. Born in Greenwood, he was a son of the late George Thomas Shirley and Ellen Opal Everly Shirley. A graduate of Lander College and the University of South Carolina, Gene was not only an accomplished teacher but also a passionate advocate...
Karen Johnston Kiappes
Nov 11, 2024
Karen Johnston Kiappes, 71, of Houston, TX, wife of John Leon Kiappes, passed away Monday, November 11, 2024 in Greenwood, SC. Born in Houston, TX, she was a daughter of the late Edward Knauff Johnston and Julia Ann Morgan Johnston. Karen was a graduate of the University of Texas and dedicated her early years to shaping young minds as a...
Lloyd Elsea
Nov 11, 2024
Lloyd Leon Elsea, 90, of Greenwood, widower of Linda Jo Garner Elsea, passed away Monday, November 11, 2024 at Self Regional Medical Center. Born in Airmont, VA, he was the son of the late Thomas Lacey Elsea and Marthie Cunningham Elsea. Lloyd retired from Greenwood Landscaping and was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. He is survived by his...
Bonnie P Hilliard
Nov 10, 2024
Bonnie Brooks Palmer Hilliard, 88, of Greenwood, twice married first to the late Roger Mack Palmer and second to the late Kenneth Ray Hilliard, Sr. passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont. Born in Bolt, West Virginia, on October 13, 1936, she was a daughter of the late John Jacob Brooks and Pansy...
Bill Cary
Nov 8, 2024
William Travis "Bill" Cary, Jr., 78, of Ninety Six, husband of Judy Ferguson Cary, died Friday, November 8, 2024 at Self Regional Medical Center. Born in Brooklyn, AL, Bill was a son of the late William Travis Cary, Sr. and Hazel Moseley Cary. He was a 1974 graduate of Lander College, where he received a degree in Business with an...
Alice Voiselle
Nov 8, 2024
Alice Hackett Voiselle, 94, widow of George W. Voiselle, passed away Friday, November 8, 2024 at NHC Greenwood. Born in Laurens, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Janie Hackett. Alice was a member of Ninety Six Pentecostal Holiness Church and First Assembly of God in Greenwood. She attended Charazanne Beauty College and was employed by Ninety Six...
Vickie Rice
Nov 7, 2024
Vickie Lynn Rice, 69, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on November 7, 2024, at the age of 69. She cherished spending time with her family, especially during holidays and family gatherings. An avid reader and a talented cook in her younger years and found joy in helping others in any way she could. Vickie dedicated herself...
William Forrest Upchurch
Nov 6, 2024
William Forrest Upchurch, better known as Forrest, was called home by his heavenly father on November 6, 2024. Forrest was a beloved husband, son, grandson and brother. He was born in North Myrtle Beach, SC and attended North Myrtle Beach High School. He served in the United States Marine Corp and had a career with Thyssenkrupp as senior team lead....
Teresa Price
Nov 4, 2024
Teresa Ann O'Dell Price, 54, of Ninety Six, died on November 4, 2024. Born on March 30, 1970, in Greenwood County, she was a daughter of Betty Sue Bunton Horne and the late Robert Louis O'Dell. She was a graduate of Ninety Six High School and attended Piedmont Technical College. With a knack for versatility and a strong work ethic,...
Shirley Motte
Nov 3, 2024
Shirley Clem Motte, of Greenwood, widow of Wilburn Lee "Preacher" Motte, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024, at her home. Born in Greenwood, she was a daughter of the late Cecil and Myra Horne Clem. Shirley retired from Greenwood Mills and adored flowers and gospel music. She was a friend to all, young and old, and her warm and welcoming...
Tommy Rowland
Oct 31, 2024
Thomas Robert "Tommy" Rowland, 81, of Greenwood, widower of Carolyn Lindler Rowland, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024. Born in Newberry, he was a son of the late Thomas Robert Rowland and Ida Louise Attaway. Tommy was a passionate collector, with a particular fondness for junk, old cars, and guns. He found joy in riding around and spending time with...
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