Life Tributes

Susan Evans

Susan Evans

March 29, 2026

Susan Evans, age 70, of Joanna, SC, formally of Ware Shoals, SC, passed away on March 29, 2026, at Greenville Memorial Hospital. She was born on February 22, 1956 to the late R.E and Catherine Cothran of Ware Shoals, SC. She retired from Laurens school district 56, and was a former employee of Laurens County Hospital. She was a faithful...

Shirley Ann Cox Wagner

Shirley Ann Cox Wagner

December 11, 2025

Shirley Ann Cox Wagner, of Greenville, South Carolina died on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the age of 92. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard Siegfried Wagner, ten years ago, in 2015.

Born on October 4, 1933, in rural Davison County, on a farm outside Mitchell, South Dakota, Shirley was the only daughter of Clayton Walter and...

David Rogers

David Rogers

February 26, 2026

David Wayne Rogers, 73, passed away at home on Feb. 26, 2026, after a lengthy period of declining health. A lifelong devotee of roots/Americana/bluegrass music, he has joined the heavenly choir.He was born Feb. 20, 1953, son of the late C. Wayne and Jewel Cothran Rogers. David, his parents and sisters were members of Eastlan Baptist Church, where he was...

Clinton Mayer

Clinton Mayer

March 20, 2026

Clinton Mayer, manager at Lowes Grocery Store, passed away on March 20, 2026, in Greenville, South Carolina. Born on January 29, 1975, in the state of Florida, Clinton lived a life marked by dedication both to his work and friends.

Beyond his professional achievements, Clinton was a man of varied interests and passions. He found great joy and solace in fishing,...

Lynda Ward Sykes

Lynda Ward Sykes

January 10, 2026

Lynda Ward Sykes, 65, of Easley, South Carolina passed away on January 10, 2026. Lynda was born in Cottonwood, Alabama to the late Guy Ward and Myra Snell Ward.

Lynda received her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from Auburn University where she met and married her husband of 44 years, Carl. After the birth of her two daughters, Lynda earned a...

Dorothy Mitchell Faress

Dorothy Mitchell Faress

March 21, 2026

Dorothy Mitchell Faress passed away peacefully at home on March 21, 2026, surrounded by her four children. She was 97. Dorothy (Dot) was predeceased by her husband of 52 years, Joseph James Faress; her parents Benjamin Harrison Mitchell and Annie Marie Garrison Mitchell; and her siblings, Elizabeth Mitchell Berry and William Charles Mitchell.

A lifelong Greenville resident, Dot graduated from Greenville...

Tammy Mikesell

Tammy Mikesell

February 23, 2026

Tammy Mikesell, a loving and kind soul, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, in Piedmont, South Carolina, at the age of 61. Born on May 8, 1964, in Redford, Michigan, Tammy was a cherished daughter, sister, mother, and friend, whose light touched the lives of many throughout her journey.

In her professional life, Tammy dedicated herself as an accounts payable...

Peggy Waters Bishop

Peggy Waters Bishop

December 8, 2025

Peggy Waters Bishop, widow of James Paul Bishop, went to be with the Lord on December 8, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Byrd Burrell Hester and the late Hugh Waters Sr. and was born and lived most of her life in Greer. She was predeceased by her brothers, Hugh Waters Jr. and Ronald R. “Dick” Waters. She...

Florence Cheek

Florence Cheek

March 30, 2026

Florence Cheek, a faith-filled, creative, and spirited individual, passed away on March 30, 2026, in Greenville, South Carolina. Born on February 26, 1948, in Greenville,

Throughout her years, Florence expressed her creativity through her passion for sewing, crafting, crocheting, and quilting. Florence’s unwavering faith was a cornerstone of her life, guiding her through both joyful and challenging times with grace and...

Guy Paul LaBelle

Guy Paul LaBelle

March 29, 2026

Guy Paul LaBelle, passed away on March 29, 2026. Born on September 25, 1957, in Cranson, Rhode Island, Guy lived a life marked by dedication, kindness, and a quiet strength that touched the lives of all who knew him.

He was known for his many talents and warm personality. Those close to him remember him as loving, wise, thoughtful, selfless, funny,...

Ima Jean Tyler

Ima Jean Tyler

March 25, 2026

Ima Jean Tyler, a beloved mother, grandmother, and spirited member of her community, passed away on March 25, 2026, in Taylors, South Carolina. Born on March 9, 1941, in Iron City, Georgia, Ima Jean lived a full and vibrant life marked by kindness, creativity, and unwavering optimism.

Ima Jean dedicated many years of her life to her career as a receiving...

Nicanor Solorzano

Nicanor Solorzano

March 24, 2026

On March 24, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones, Nicanor Solorzano Quispe, at the age of 98, passed into the presence of the Lord and was reunited with his beloved wife, Gloria Navarro de Solorzano, whom he deeply missed.

Papa-Nico, or Papaito as his loved ones called him, was born on March 20, 1928, in the town of Tapo, Tarma, Junín,...

Sheila Blanton

Sheila Blanton

March 23, 2026

Sheila Blanton, a nurse, sister, and mother, passed away on March 23, 2026, in Moore, South Carolina. She was born on December 18, 1971, in Fort Sill, Oklahoma.

Throughout her career as a nurse, Sheila exemplified kindness and professionalism, offering comfort and care to countless patients. Beyond her vocation, she was known for her love of crocheting, gardening, and canning. Her...

Janie Loftis

Janie Loftis

March 22, 2026

Janie Loftis, a beloved and cherished member of her community, passed away on March 22, 2026, in Greenville, South Carolina. Born on February 14, 1975, in Pelzer, South Carolina, Janie lived a life marked by kindness, generosity, and an unwavering spirit that touched the hearts of those around her.

Janie was known for putting everyone before herself, demonstrating an extraordinary capacity...

Noah Franklin Garrett

Noah Franklin Garrett

March 22, 2026

Noah Franklin Garrett was born on September 1, 1937. Franklin was raised in Greenville County by his loving parents Noah and Elizabeth Staggs Garrett. 

Franklin graduated from Ellen Woodside Highschool in 1957, and was a proud veteran of the US Army. He then went on to work at Woolworth Distributing Services, where he would later retire. In his free time, Franklin...

Dawn Yvette Martin

Dawn Yvette Martin

March 21, 2026

Dawn Yvette Martin, a beacon of unwavering strength and grace, passed away on March 21, 2026, in Easley, South Carolina. Born on May 24, 1968, in Toledo, Ohio, Dawn's life was a luminous testament to love, devotion, and remarkable selflessness.

In her distinguished career within the realm of security, Dawn was much more than a guardian of physical spaces; she was...

John Andrew Prior

John Andrew Prior

March 20, 2026

John Andrew Prior, born on March 28, 1966, in Saginaw, Michigan, passed away on March 20, 2026, in Landrum, South Carolina. He leaves behind a legacy marked by kindness, intelligence, and a gentle spirit that touched all who knew him.

John was widely recognized as the co-owner of A Roxbury Goat Barn, affectionately known as the “goat guy,” a testament not...

Eve Hossfeld

Eve Hossfeld

March 20, 2026

Eve Hossfeld was born on April 21, 1934 and died on March 20, 2026. She was born in Germany during World War II. Growing up during that time was difficult, and brought many changes into her younger years. In 1953, at just 19 years old, Eve immigrated to the United States of America to join her sister and niece who had...

Billie Peterson

Billie Peterson

March 20, 2026

Billie Peterson, a devoted social worker whose compassionate spirit touched countless lives throughout her 40-year career, passed away on March 20, 2026, in Greenville, South Carolina. Born on August 3, 1942, in Annapolis, Maryland, Billie devoted her life to serving others with passion, kindness, and unwavering love.

Billie’s dedication to the field of social work was marked by her deep commitment...

Dennis "Scotty" Arnold

Dennis "Scotty" Arnold

March 19, 2026

Dennis "Scotty" Arnold, a retired cook known for his handy skills and infectious laughter, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, in his hometown of Greenville, South Carolina. Born on February 18, 1951, in Greenville, Dennis lived a life rich with simple pleasures and heartfelt connections.

Dennis was a man who found great joy in the outdoors, whether it was fishing,...