Life Tributes

Charles Fred Berryhill

Charles Fred Berryhill

August 26, 2025

Charles "Charlie" Berryhill, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025 with his family by his side, in Belton, South Carolina. Born on November 11, 1951, in Whittier, California, Charlie was a man whose life was marked by love, generosity, and a remarkable knack for fixing just about anything.Charlie was the beloved husband...

Cynthia Sue Phillips

Cynthia Sue Phillips

August 25, 2025

Cynthia Sue Phillips, affectionately known as Cindy, graced this world with her loving presence on June 8, 1959, in Ravenna, Ohio. Her journey on earth came to a peaceful close on August 25, 2025, in Greenville, South Carolina, surrounded by the warmth of her family's love.Cindy's early years were spent in the nurturing care of her late parents, Marjory Hiscock...

Wayne Kingman Josselyn

Wayne Kingman Josselyn

August 25, 2025

Wayne Kingman Josselyn, known affectionately as Wayne to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, in Woodruff, South Carolina. Born on December 18, 1940, in Franklin, New Hampshire, Wayne's journey through life was marked by his loving nature, kindness, and unwavering faith.Wayne's early years were spent in the town of his birth, where he attended Tilton...

Charles H. Brewer Jr.

Charles H. Brewer Jr.

August 24, 2025

Dr. Charles “Chuck” Brewer Jr., of Greer, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025.Chuck grew up in East Point, Georgia, where he graduated from Headland High School in 1968. During those years, he excelled in both basketball and baseball. He was also a leader in the Student Government Association. He graduated from Mercer University in 1972.Chuck lived a...

Karen Hastings-Artzt

Karen Hastings-Artzt

August 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of Karen Joy Hastings-Artzt January 23, 1960 – August 24, 2025

With grace, strength, and a heart full of love, Karen Joy Hastings-Artzt, 65, of Easley, South Carolina, peacefully passed away on August 24, 2025.

Born in Madison, Wisconsin, on January 23, 1960, to Kevin and Dorothy Hastings, Karen lived a life rich in meaning and memory. She devoted...

James C. Morris

James C. Morris

August 22, 2025

James C. Morris, known affectionately as Jim to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, in Simpsonville, SC, at the age of 84. Born on April 17, 1941, in Miami, FL, Jim was a man whose life was marked by a deep love for his family, a steadfast faith, and a generous spirit that touched all...

Bettie Brummitt

Bettie Brummitt

August 22, 2025

Bettie Brummitt, a beacon of selfless love and unwavering faith, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, at the age of 100, in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. Born on June 13, 1925, in Greenville, South Carolina, to David Norwood Johnson and Norvella Johnson, Bettie's life was a testament to her intelligence, compassion, and dedication to her family and profession.Bettie's journey...

Susan A. West

Susan A. West

August 21, 2025

Susan A. West, 82, of Simpsonville, South Carolina, passed away on August 21, 2025, after a long battle with sarcoidosis, a lung condition she likely contracted while serving as a missionary in Luhansk, Ukraine in the early 2000s.Her life was defined by extraordinary generosity, selflessness, and devotion to others. Susan sought to live in a way that reflected Christ’s compassion,...

Michael T. Hughes

Michael T. Hughes

August 21, 2025

Michael T. Hughes, a man of the skies and a beacon of joy on the ground, passed away on August 21, 2025, in South Carolina. Born on May 7, 1962, in New Jersey, Michael's life was a journey of passion, laughter, and generosity that touched the hearts of all who knew him.Michael's early years in New Jersey were filled with...

Richard Lee Wilburn

Richard Lee Wilburn

August 20, 2025

Richard Lee Wilburn, known affectionately as Rich to his friends and family, passed away on August 20, 2025, in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. Born on January 28, 1948, in Lansing, Michigan, Rich's life was a testament to the power of love, faith, and humor.Rich's early years were spent in Lansing, where he graduated from Lansing Eastern High School in 1966....

Flora Delaine Oxentine

Flora Delaine Oxentine

August 20, 2025

Flora Delaine Oxentine, affectionately known as Delaine to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, at the age of 75, in Greenville, South Carolina. Born on August 13, 1950, Delaine's life was a testament to her unwavering faith, her generosity, and her dedication to caring for others.Delaine's early years in Travelers Rest laid the foundation for...

June Watson Wicker

June Watson Wicker

August 20, 2025

June Watson Wicker, known affectionately as Watson by his friends and family, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, at the age of 86 in Clinton, South Carolina. Born on June 19, 1939, in Newberry, South Carolina, Watson was a man whose life was marked by dedication, service, and the joy he found in simple pleasures.Watson was a proud graduate...

Sarah Jennings Hawkins

Sarah Jennings Hawkins

August 20, 2025

Sarah Jennings Hawkins, 87, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025 in Travelers Rest, SC. Sarah was born on December 16, 1937 in Greenville, SC. She graduated from Greenville High School in 1955 and graduated from Greenville General Hospital School for Nurses in 1959. Also in 1959, she married Charles Hawkins. They had two children, and eventually settled in Vienna,...

Joshua Damien Peake

Joshua Damien Peake

August 20, 2025

Joshua Damien Peake, affectionately known as "P" to his friends and family, passed away on August 20, 2025, at the age of 45. Born on October 22, 1979, in Clinton, South Carolina, Joshua's life was one marked by laughter, wisdom, and an unwavering sense of friendship.Joshua's early years in Clinton laid the foundation for a life full of joy and...

Virgel Bobby Allen

Virgel Bobby Allen

August 19, 2025

Virgel "Bobby" Allen, a cherished pillar of the Greenville community, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, in his hometown of Greenville, SC, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on December 3, 1941, to the late Marie and Samuel Allen, Bobby's life was a testament to his enduring faith, his love for his family, and his dedication to...

Dennis R. Killingsworth

Dennis R. Killingsworth

August 18, 2025

Dennis R. Killingsworth, affectionately known to all as Randy Jackson aka Candy Randy, departed this life on August 18, 2025, at the age of 65, in his hometown of Greenville, SC, where he was also born on December 18, 1959. His passing marks the end of a life lived with an infectious sense of humor, a spirit of adventure, and...

Charles Douglas Hart

Charles Douglas Hart

August 18, 2025

Charles Douglas "Charley" Hart, a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on August 18, 2025, in Greenville, SC, at the age of 71. Born on January 7, 1954, in Greer, SC, to Charles and the late Hazel Hart. Also, he was predeceased by his beloved wife, Ree Hart and a nephew, Brian Hall.His memory will be cherished by...

Toni Jean Lowe

Toni Jean Lowe

August 17, 2025

Toni Jean Lowe passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, in Greenville, SC, at the age of 79. Born on October 6, 1945, in Akron, OH, Toni's life was a testament to her unwavering dedication to her family, her passion for teaching, and her love of animals.

Toni was preceded in death by her parents, Clarice and Olen Whitener and sister...

Lorretta DeArruda

Lorretta DeArruda

August 17, 2025

Lorretta DeArruda (née Novak), age 89, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, in Greenville, South Carolina.

Born on February 4, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late John Novak and the late Alice Novak née Casey. Lorretta lived a long and full life marked by warmth, creativity, and devotion to those around her. She was known for her loving nature,...

Sonja Regina "Regie" Thompson

Sonja Regina "Regie" Thompson

August 17, 2025

Sonja Regina Thompson, affectionately known as Regie to her friends and family, passed away on August 17, 2025, in Powdersville, SC, at the age of 76. Born on March 5, 1949, in Greenville, SC, Regie lived a life marked by laughter, adventure, and an unwavering spirit of courage.

Regie's early years were spent in the town of her birth, where she...