Obituaries
Vic Barrett
Dec 9, 2024
Victor "Vic" Dale Barrett, also known as Pop Pop, 64, of Greenwood, husband of Melanie Cochran Barrett, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024 at Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont. Born in Commerce, GA he was a son of the late Othell Verdel and Mavis Gladine Beck Barrett. Vic led a life rich with adventure, love, and dedication. He...
Kenneth Youngblood
Dec 9, 2024
Kenneth Alton Youngblood, 83, of Greenwood, husband of Sharon Youngblood, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024 at his home. He was born 15 September 1941 in Wichita, Kansas to Lavonne Daring and Jack Wade. Formerly raised by grandparents, Edgar and Betty Youngblood in Oklahoma, he worked on a farm and excelled at sports as a youth. When of age, he...
Donny Justus
Dec 8, 2024
Charles Donald "Donny" Justus, Jr., 78, of Grand Harbor, died Sunday, December 8, 2024 at Self Regional Medical Center. Born in Hendersonville, NC, he was a son of the late Charles Donald Justus, Sr. and Margaret Ham Justus. Donny was a 1965 graduate of Hendersonville High School and attended the University of North Carolina, Asheville. He served in the NC...
Janet Haeger
Dec 8, 2024
Janet Marcia Lee Haeger, aged 76, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024. Born on April 13, 1948, in Staten Island, New York to the late George and Josephine Lee. She was a devoted educator, earning her bachelor's degree and dedicating herself to teaching at a private Christian school in Chicago, IL. Her love for Early American History was matched...
Loretta Koochagain
Dec 5, 2024
Loretta Lee Koochagain, 85, widow of Kirk Koochagain, of Benson, NC and formerly of Columbia, SC, died on Thursday, December 5, 2024. Born on May 3, 1939, in Augusta, GA, she was a daughter of the late Woodrow and Lois Sullivan Prince. Loretta was a press operator in the pharmacy industry, where her hard work and commitment shone through. She...
Joseph Dwayne Garrett
Dec 5, 2024
Joseph "Joe Joe" Dwayne Garrett, 34, of Ninety Six, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024. Born in Greenwood, he was a son of Steven C. Garrett and Janice Stevenson Nicks (James). Joe was a man of real spirit and genuine character, where he made a lasting impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Joe embodied the essence...
Ronald Smith
Dec 3, 2024
Luther Ronald Smith, 84, of Greenwood, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at McCormick Post Acute. Born in Greenwood, he was a son of the late Ed Milton Smith and Vera Hensley Parrish. A proud veteran of the United States Army, Ronald served his country with honor and integrity. In his later years, he found joy in the quiet moments...
Louise Kittles
Dec 3, 2024
Louise Rodgers Kittles, 82, wife of Raymond Pressley Kittles, passed away on December 3, 2024 at Augusta University Hospital. Born in Chester, SC, Louise lived a life dedicated to family, friends, and the written word. She was a dedicated bookstore clerk at Lander University, where her passion for literature helped inspire countless students. She had formerly been employed by Self...
Frances Chapman
Dec 2, 2024
Frances Elizabeth O'Shields Chapman, 94, of Greenwood, widow of James Edward Chapman passed away Monday, December 2, 2024, at Emerald Gardens. Born in Ware Shoals, she was a daughter of the late Ernest Richard O'Shields and Florence Terry O'Shields. Frances was a former nursing assistant at Self Memorial Hospital and a member of Callie Self Memorial Baptist Church. Surviving are...
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...
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