Life Tributes

Patricia B. Crawford

Patricia B. Crawford

December 21, 2024

Patricia B. Crawford, known affectionately as Trish to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, at the age of 68, in her hometown of Pelzer, South Carolina, surrounded by the love of her family and the memories of a life joyously lived. Born on February 3, 1956, to the late Charles Boyce and Penny Shular, Trish...

Brenda Farthing Oates

Brenda Farthing Oates

December 21, 2024

Brenda "Dawn" Farthing Oates, a beacon of love and faith in the Greenville community, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, at the age of 56. Born on January 25, 1968, in Greenville, South Carolina, to the late Herbert and Thelma Farthing, Dawn's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and enduring kindness.Dawn spent her entire life in Slater,...

Derrill Brooks Collins

Derrill Brooks Collins

December 21, 2024

Derrill Brooks Collins, age 68, departed this world peacefully on December 21, 2024 in Easley, SC, surrounded by his family. A devoted husband, cherished father, loyal brother, and genuine friend, Derrill touched the lives of all he knew. 

Derrill was born December 16, 1956 in Pickens, SC to John T Collins and Frances Collins. 

Married for 41 years to his wife, Kathy...

Beverly "Bev" Haas Lindgren

Beverly "Bev" Haas Lindgren

December 21, 2024

Bev Lindgren, age 88, widow of the late Richard "Dick" Lindgren, died December 21, 2024 

Born in Akron, Ohio to the late Dorothy (Barnett) and Aubrey Haas. She was the eldest and last surviving of their 3 children. Bev was raised in Grand Rapids, MI and later returned to Akron where she met and married Dick Lindgren in 1963. They moved...

Joanne Elizabeth Johnson

Joanne Elizabeth Johnson

December 20, 2024

Joanne Elizabeth (Howard/Gaulin) Johnson completed her life journey at the age of 91,surrounded in love, in Clemson, South Carolina, on Friday, December 20, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Ethel and Vernon Howard of Hodgdon, Maine, and was born to them on January 7, 1933.

Joanne can be best described as a woman who embraced life with a tenacious...

Elam Stuart

Elam Stuart

December 20, 2024

Elam Stuart, a cherished father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away on December 20, 2024, at the age of 77 in Greenville, SC. Born on December 31, 1946 in Austell, GA, Elam's life was a testament to his resilience, humor, and adventurous spirit.

Elam proudly served his country in the Air Force, a period of his life that shaped his character...

Carolyn Marie Edelman

Carolyn Marie Edelman

December 19, 2024

Carolyn Marie Edelman, known affectionately as Carolyn to her friends and family, passed away on December 19, 2024, in Taylors, SC, at the age of 76. Born on September 28, 1948, in Elkhart, IN, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Phyllis (Bloss) Clouse and grew up surrounded by the love and camaraderie of her three brothers.

Carolyn's early...

Linda Mae Cox

Linda Mae Cox

December 19, 2024

Linda Mae Cox, a beacon of love and friendship, passed away on December 19, 2024, due to an unforeseen accident. Born on November 3, 1945, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Linda's warm spirit and faith-filled heart touched all who knew her. Her final days were spent in Piedmont, South Carolina, where she continued to spread joy and kindness until her last...

Bonita Lee Graves

Bonita Lee Graves

December 19, 2024

Bonita Lee "Bonnie" Graves, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on December 19, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on August 5, 1946, in the picturesque state of Maine, Bonnie's life was a tapestry of strength, love, friendship, and family.

Bonnie was the daughter of the late Gerald E. Stratton and Jessie P. Dupray, and the stepdaughter of...

Gilles Joseph Lirette

Gilles Joseph Lirette

December 19, 2024

Gilles Joseph Lirette, formerly known as "Gil", passed away on December 19, 2024, in Simpsonville, SC. Gil was born on March 19, 1959, IN Moncton, Canada. 

Gil is survived by his brother, Joseph Lirette, Sr., and his sister Ginette Wheeler. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Lirette and Bernadette Theresa Maillett. 

Dalton Daniel Gunter

Dalton Daniel Gunter

December 18, 2024

Dalton peacefully went with the Lord and Savior on December 18, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. Dalton was born in Greenville, SC on August 28, 1935 to the late Arthur and Lila Mae Spearman Gunter Allen. Dalton was a member of Reedy Fork Baptist Church and a Deacon. Dalton graduated from Parker High School Class of 1953.

Dalton was very...

William Milton Sumerel

William Milton Sumerel

December 18, 2024

William Milton (“Bill”) Sumerel passed away peacefully in his home on December 18, 2024 surrounded by his family.

Born in Laurens, South Carolina on May 4, 1938 to William Paul Sumerel and Loree Hughes Sumerel, Bill attended Presbyterian College and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Clemson University in 1961. His career began with Davis Electrical Constructors and...

Christopher Baker

Christopher Baker

December 18, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christopher "Chris" Baker, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother, who left us on December 18, 2024, at the age of 43. Born on February 10, 1981, in Keenansville, NC, Chris was a man of exceptional character, whose loving and faith-filled nature touched the lives of all who...

Dr. George Robert Cribb

Dr. George Robert Cribb

December 17, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the recent passing of George/Dad/Grandpa at the age of 97.5 years. He passed away peacefully in Greenville SC. where he lived at Rolling Green Village. He lived a long, blessed and diversified life but now he is finally in the arms of Jesus, his Lord and Savior.

He was born...

Mildred Lynn Mitchell

Mildred Lynn Mitchell

December 16, 2024

Mildred Lynn Mitchell, a beacon of warmth and wisdom, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on December 19, 1956, in Williamston, South Carolina, Mildred was a lifelong resident of the area, known for her loving nature, thoughtful demeanor, and interesting conversations that left an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to know her.Mildred,...