Obituaries

Linda Gail Holland

Linda Gail Holland

Jul 31, 2026

Linda Gail Holland, 78, passed away on July 31, 2026, in Greenwood, SC at Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont.

Born in Greenwood, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Lula Belle Rowland Riddle. 

For many years, Linda was a familiar and welcoming face in the local community. She worked as manager, bookkeeper, and filled many other roles for...

Ricky Hagan

Ricky Hagan

Jul 30, 2026

Malcolm Ricky Hagan, 81, of Waterloo, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital.

Born on February 2, 1945, in Gastonia, NC, he was the son of the late Burgie Hagan and Irene Mason Hagan.

A dedicated truck driver, Ricky spent years on the road, but nothing brought him more joy than his family. He cherished the...

Lonnie Maxie McManus JR

Lonnie Maxie McManus JR

Aug 1, 2026

Lonnie Maxie McManus, Jr., 87, of Greenwood, SC, entered into Heavenly rest with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday August 1, 2026, following a long and heartbreaking battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Born in Greenwood, on September 17, 1938, he was the son of the late Rev. Maxie and Jessie Bowick McManus. He was a graduate of Greenwood High School,...

Renee Holladay

Renee Holladay

Aug 2, 2026

Renee Holladay, 61, passed away on August 2, 2026, in Greenwood, SC at her home.

Born in Greenwood on October 9, 1964, she was the daughter of Ronald and Drenda Raborn Butler. 

Renee truly loved the simple things in life. She had an adventurous spirit and loved nothing more than packing up for a trip, especially if she was heading out to...

Troy Gallant

Troy Gallant

Jul 31, 2026

Troy Leo Gallant, 52, of Greenwood, passed away on July 31, 2026.

Born in Rumford, Maine on March 29, 1974, he was the son of Alen Comeau and Sheila Carver Cottrel.

Troy lived a life full of dedication, laughter, and creativity. A proud veteran, he served 10 years in the U.S. Navy and reached the rank of E6 before his medical retirement....

Jerry Lee Pressley

Jerry Lee Pressley

Jul 30, 2026

Jerry Pressley, 79, of Greenwood, husband of the late Linda Jones Pressley, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family.

Born on September 6, 1946, in Greenwood, SC, he was a son of the late Lyman David Pressley and Violet Dover Pressley. Jerry lived a life full of love, laughter, and hard work. He worked...

Tyler Johnson

Tyler Johnson

Jul 22, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Tyler Shawn Johnson "Batman", who entered into Heaven's Gate on July 22, 2026, at the age of 29. July 23rd, he would have celebrated his 30th birthday. We choose to celebrate the life he lived, the love he gave, and the countless lives he touched.

Tyler was defined above all by his kind...

Mary Black

Mary Black

Jul 22, 2026

Mary Berry Black, 93, formerly of Greenwood, widow of James Fletcher Black, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, at Saluda Nursing Center.

She was born on August 15, 1932, in Saluda County, she was the daughter of the late Curtis George Berry and Vara Whittle Berry. Mary was a graduate of Saluda High School and retired from Greenwood Mills. She...

Allen H. Patterson

Allen H. Patterson

Jul 21, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Allen H. Patterson, age 83, beloved husband of Delona Osborne Patterson, who passed away peacefully on Tuesday, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on September 10, 1942 in Greenville, he was a son of the late John Wesley Patterson and Eva Luther Patterson. He was a proud veteran...

Carrie Elberta Wideman

Carrie Elberta Wideman

Jul 21, 2026

Carrie Elberta Whitten Wideman, 93, of McCormick, widow of George Wideman, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at her home. 

Born on August 5, 1932 in McCormick, SC she was a daughter of the late J.C. Whitten and Ida Mae Turnage Whitten.

Carrie had a deep passion for nature’s beauty, spending countless happy hours working in her garden and tending to her...

Michael Gene Mohr

Michael Gene Mohr

Jul 20, 2026

Michael Gene Mohr, 64, passed away on July 20, 2026, in Greenwood, SC at his home.

Born in Greenwood, he was the son of the late Eugene and Lula Bell Simmons Mohr.

For over 25 years, Michael found his calling on the open road. As a professional over-the-road truck driver, he was known for his work ethic and reliability, proudly representing Averitt...

Jose C. Lopez Luna

Jose C. Lopez Luna

Jul 17, 2026

José C. López Luna, de 75 años, falleció el 17 de julio de 2026 en Greenwood, Carolina del Sur, en Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont.

Nacido el 18 de junio de 1951 en Guanajuato, México, José fue un amado esposo, padre y pastor, que dedicó su vida a servir a los demás y a dirigir su congregación en la...

AL WHITE JR.

AL WHITE JR.

Jul 17, 2026

Alfred "Al" Langley White, Jr., 82, beloved husband of Linda J. White, passed away on July 17, 2026, surrounded by family in Greenwood, SC.

Born on May 28, 1944 in Augusta, GA, he was a son of the late Alfred Langley White, Sr. and Mary Sue White. He grew up in Troy, SC and was a proud Trojan of the Troy...

Patricia Stargel Gary

Patricia Stargel Gary

Jul 16, 2026

Patricia Stargel Gary of Greenwood, wife of Les Gary, passed away on July 16, 2026 at her home.

Born in Greenville she was a daughter of the late Joe Stargel and Lois Lorene Gunter.

Pat was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother whose greatest joy in life was caring for those she loved. She shared a deep and abiding love with her...

Jimmy Haynes

Jimmy Haynes

Jul 14, 2026

Jimmy Haynes, 79, of Ninety Six, passed away on July 14, 2026, in Greenville, SC.

Born in Hendersonville, NC, he was the son of the late James Edmond and Frances Wilbanks Haynes. 

Jimmy was a self-taught auto mechanic with a love for Ford antique cars. He was a former member of Rock-N-Roll Cruisers. Whether he was repairing a friend's car or tinkering...

Helen Ruth Hawkins

Helen Ruth Hawkins

Jul 13, 2026

Helen Ruth Hastings Hawkins,79, of Greenwood, wife of Joe Michael Hawkins, passed away Monday, July 13, 2026.

Born on February 6, 1947, Helen was the daughter of the late Clyde Richardson Hastings and Ruby Christine O’Kelley Hastings.

Throughout her life, Helen had a caring heart and dedicated herself to helping others as a caregiver. She was known for her compassion, gentle spirit,...

L. Ruple Harley, Jr.

L. Ruple Harley, Jr.

Jul 13, 2026

L. Ruple Harley, Jr., 82, of Ninety Six, husband of Karen Lopiano Harley, passed away Monday, July 13, 2026.

Born in Orangeburg, South Carolina, on April 29, 1944, he was the son of the late Lamar Ruple Harley, Sr. and Billie Davis Harley. In 1946, his family moved to Greenwood when his father purchased Ellis Funeral Home, beginning a legacy that...

Effie Sue Bodie

Effie Sue Bodie

Jul 11, 2026

 Sue Franklin Bodie, 90, resident of NHC Laurens, widow of James Harold Bodie, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2026.

 Born on August 6, 1935 in Saluda, she was a daughter of the late Milledge Bowman Franklin and Mattie Rodgers Franklin. Effie Sue Bodie proudly served as the self-appointed nursing home comedian and chief complainer; titles she wore with absolute honor. A...

Geoffrey Tanner Owen

Geoffrey Tanner Owen

Jul 11, 2026

Geoffrey Tanner Owen, born December 22, 1996, in Greenwood, passed away on July 11, 2026, at Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital. Tanner’s passing is a profound loss to his family, friends, and everyone whose life he touched during his nearly 30 years.

Tanner was the beloved son and nephew of Trina Moore Owen and Shanon Moore Young, who supported him unfailingly...

Dorothy Elaine Johnson

Dorothy Elaine Johnson

Jul 11, 2026

Dorothy Elaine Smith Johnson, 76, of Greenwood, wife of William Henry Johnson, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont.

Born on August 26, 1949 in Greenwood, she was a daughter of the late Arthur A. Smith and Annie Mae Anderson Smith. Dorothy was a woman defined by her faith, her dedication, and the immense...