Obituaries

Ray Crapo

Ray Crapo

May 6, 2026

Raymond "Ray" Lowell Crapo, 78, of Easley, widower of Sheridan Ann Czajkowski Crapo, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at Emerald Gardens.

Born on June 8, 1947, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he was a son of the late W. Lowell Crapo and Martha Clay Crapo.



Ray was a dedicated maintenance engineer at Knoll Furniture Company, where he used his skills to keep things...

Kirby Lee Kellar

Kirby Lee Kellar

May 6, 2026

Kirby Lee Kellar, 75, of Greenwood, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Self Regional Medical Center.

Born on September 28, 1950 in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Charles Thomas Kellar and Betty Lee Smith Hardy.

Kirby earned her bachelor's degree from Wright State University in Ohio, a testament to her dedication to education and personal growth. She...

Taffy Hughes

Taffy Hughes

May 5, 2026

Taffy Ann Butler Hughes, of Enoree, beloved wife of Frank Hughes, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at Spartanburg Medical Center.

Born on July 11, 1944, in Greenwood, she was a daughter of the late Emanuel LeVear "EL" Butler and Annie Rinehart Butler. Taffy was a devoted wife to Frank for 63 wonderful years. Together, they shared a lifetime of...

Dennis Boswell

Dennis Boswell

Apr 30, 2026

  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennis Lynn Boswell, 66, who departed this life on April 30, 2026.

  Born on June 29, 1959, in Jacksonville, Florida, he was the son of the late David Vernon Boswell and Dorothy Price Boswell. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Dwight Boswell and Eddie Boswell.

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Michael Cecil Boston

Michael Cecil Boston

Apr 29, 2026

Michael Cecil Boston, 41, of Greenwood, beloved husband of Christina Johnson Boston, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Born on December 3, 1984, in Corpus Christi, he was the son of Paul Boston and Carlyne Taylor. Michael found immense joy in sharing his passion for food with family and friends, hosting countless backyard BBQs where he delighted guests with his signature...

Jerry Phil Dukes

Jerry Phil Dukes

Apr 29, 2026

Jerry Phil Dukes, 73, of Belton, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at his home.

Born in Greenwood, he was the son of the late Roy and Margaret Campbell Dukes. Phil retired from Lockhead Martin as a master welder. He will be remembered for his passion for music and cars, and the deep love he held for his family and friends....

Donnie Coker

Donnie Coker

Apr 27, 2026

Donald "Donnie" Keith Coker, Sr., 79, of Greenwood, widower of Cathy Richardson Coker, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, at Self Regional Medical Center.

Born on March 29, 1947, in Greenwood, he was the son of the late Pete and Rosa Ella Gunter Coker.

Donnie worked as an inspector and in housing placement for the Greenwood Housing Authority. He was a...

Austin James McInville

Austin James McInville

Apr 25, 2026

Austin James McInville, 32, of 201 Lakeview Drive, Greenwood, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, April 25, 2026.

Born on September 8, 1993, in Greenwood, he was a son of James "Jimmy" Leonard McInville and the late Robin Cavender McInville.

Austin was a remarkable young man who embraced life with a full heart and fearless spirit. Born with spina bifida,...

Joyce Ann Fuller

Joyce Ann Fuller

Apr 23, 2026

Joyce Ann Fuller, 77, of Greenwood, widow of Claude Ellis Fuller, passed away on April 23, 2026, at Self Regional Hospital.

Born on October 28, 1948, in Chester, South Carolina, she was a daughter of the late, Haskell David Cook, and Rosie Bell Benson

Joyce was an inspector with Capsagel, where she spent many years ensuring quality in the manufacturing process. After...

Tedd William Davison

Tedd William Davison

Apr 15, 2026

Tedd William Davison, 74, of Greenwood, South Carolina, husband of Gail Wicker Davison, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at his home.

Born in Youngstown, Ohio, on April 26, 1951, he was the son of the late Vern and Lois (Stoeber) Davison. Tedd attended Poland Seminary High School, graduating in 1969, and went on to attend The Ohio State University, where...

John G. Burch, Jr.

John G. Burch, Jr.

Apr 10, 2026

John Gainey Burch, Jr. “JB” passed away early Friday April 10, 2026, at his home in Greenwood, SC. 

The middle child of “Jack” and “Jean” Burch, John grew up across the upstate of South Carolina graduating from Union High School in 1977. In Union, he met Susan Sumner who would go onto be his partner and wife for over 50 years....

Karen Sullivan

Karen Sullivan

Apr 10, 2026

Karen Denise Ward Sullivan, 68, of Greenwood, widow of Johnny Sullivan, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026 at Self Regional Medical Center.

Born on November 15, 1957 in Greenwood, she was a daughter of the late George Robert Ward and Helen Goldman Ward. She was known for her love of flowers and gardening, her affection for her fur babies, KC and...

Mary Frances Whitt

Mary Frances Whitt

Apr 8, 2026

Mary Frances Crowe Whitt, 88, widow of Roy Franklin Whitt, Sr., died Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont.

Born in Comer, GA, she was a daughter of the late James Robert and Nola Duncan Crowe.

Mary Frances dedicated her career to the education of children as a teaching assistant with Greenwood School District 50. Her passion...

Nancy McLean Shaw

Nancy McLean Shaw

Apr 5, 2026

Nancy McLean Shaw, 88, of Columbia, widow of Thomas Mix "Mickey" Shaw,  passed away Sunday, April 5, 2026 at Life Care Center of Columbia.

 Born on March 27, 1938, in Greenwood, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Gartrell Evans McLean and Thelma Irene Robertson McLean Sadler. 

Nancy devoted much of her life to working with young children, sharing her...

Wayne Lewis

Wayne Lewis

Apr 2, 2026

Vernon Wayne Lewis, age 78, husband of Diane Faulkner Lewis, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2026, at his home.

Born on May 13, 1947, in Ridge Springs, he was the son of the late Vernon Cowan Lewis and Mattie Lou Johnson Lewis. Wayne was a beloved husband to the love of his life for over 58 years. He dedicated himself to...

Jeff Crisp

Jeff Crisp

Mar 29, 2026

Jeffery “Jeff” Brian Crisp, 44, of Ninety Six, husband of April Evans Crisp, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma.

Born on January 21, 1982, in Greenwood, he was the son of Eugene and Yvonne Buff Canfield.

Jeff dedicated his life to public service and to the well-being of...

Chris L. Barlow Elder

Chris L. Barlow Elder

Mar 29, 2026

Christine Lynn Elder, 75, wife of Donald Elder, passed away Saturday, March 29th, 2026.

  Born on July 27, 1950, in Bronx, New York, she was a daughter of the late Ernest L. Barlow and Muriel Geyer Barlow. She was the beloved wife of Donald Elder for 54 wonderful years. Together, they traveled the world, building a life rooted in love,...

Patti Kent

Patti Kent

Mar 28, 2026

Patricia “Patti” Lynn Kent will be remembered for her vibrant spirit, creative soul, and the deep love she shared with everyone fortunate enough to know her. Patti dedicated 37 years of her professional life as an executive assistant with Allstate, where she was known for her unwavering commitment, organization, and the genuine care she brought to her work each day....

John Douglas "Doug" Stennett

John Douglas "Doug" Stennett

Mar 28, 2026

 John Douglas "Doug" Stennett, 83, of Greenwood, widower of Mary Botts Stennett, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

 Born on April 21, 1942, in Greenwood, he was a son of the late Albert Stennett and Emma Ruth Jay Stennett.

 Doug proudly served as a veteran of the United States Army, honoring his country with commitment. After his service, he began working...

Sammy Graham

Sammy Graham

Mar 26, 2026

Clarence Samuel "Sammy" Graham, Jr., 75, of Greenwood, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026 at his home.

Born on November 27, 1950, in Athens, Georgia, he was the son of the late Clarence Samuel Graham, Sr. and Mozelle Russell Wells.

Sammy was a man who never met a stranger and had a special gift for starting conversations with anyone he met. You...