Life Tributes
Arthur Thomas Krebs
August 6, 2023
Arthur Thomas Krebs, 90 years old, of Spartanburg, SC, peacefully passed away in his home on August 6th, 2023. Art was born on June 5th, 1933 to the late Claude Gottleib Krebs and Edna Louise Krebs in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. After Art graduated from Franklin High School in 1951, he attended the University of Iowa in 1951-52; proudly served in...
William "Red" Ables
August 6, 2023
William "Red" Ables, a loving, adventurous, and selfless man, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2023, in Easley, South Carolina. Born on October 10, 1952, in Key West, Florida, Red's zest for life and his unwavering spirit will be remembered by all who knew him. Red was a father to his son, Willie William Ables, and his daughter, Bridgette Michelle...
Betty Elaine Jordan
August 5, 2023
Betty Jordan was a member of West Greenville Baptist Church. She joined the church in 1982. She was a minister to those in the nursing home and our shut-ins. She visited them weekly and entertained them with singing and telling jokes. She was loved by all and will be truly missed! Thank you Miss Betty for your faithfulness to God's...
Maureen O'Hara Sauls Crawford
August 5, 2023
On August 5, 2023, in Greenville, SC, Maureen O’Hara Sauls Crawford, a mother, grandmother, friend, and maybe even foe, depending on which Gemini you got, said her final goodbye. Born in Norfolk, Virginia on May 26, 1942, Maureen loved food, family, and fun times. In her heyday, she was known for her sense of fashion, her wickedness at the card...
Harold Pleasant Hunt
August 4, 2023
Harold Pleasant Hunt, Jr., 74, of Greenville, SC, passed away on August 4, 2023, in Greenville. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandaddy, and friend to many. Harold was the patron of his family, always ensuring that everyone he loved was taken care of. Although a man of few words, when he spoke, it was with purpose and genuine thought....
Kristen Leigh Langham
August 4, 2023
Kristen Leigh Langham, affectionately known as Kristi, was a beacon of light in the lives of many. Born on August 30, 1965, in Greenville, SC, she lived a life that was as vibrant and full of joy as she was. On August 4, 2023, Kristi peacefully passed away in Landrum, SC, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and thoughtfulness....
Mark Edward Hall
August 4, 2023
Mark Edward Hall, known affectionately as Mark, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2023, in Spartanburg. Born on July 9, 1967, in Peoria, IL, Mark was a beacon of kindness and friendliness to all who knew him. He is survived by his loving father, David E. Hall, his brother Patrick "Mike" Hall, and his wife Debbie, his devoted partner, Terry...
Blanche Gilstrap Creswell
August 2, 2023
Blanche Gilstrap Creswell, a beloved mother, grandmother, and community member, passed away peacefully in her hometown of Greenville, SC, on August 2, 2023. Born on January 13, 1930, to Ephraim McFall Gilstrap and Mary Lee Wood Gilstrap, Blanche was a lifelong resident of Greenville, where she touched countless lives through her work in education and her active involvement in her...
Brenda McSwain
August 2, 2023
Brenda McSwain, 64, of Spartanburg, SC passed away on August 2, 2023. She is survived by her husband, Donnie McSwain; siblings, Boyd "Junior" Bragg, Gene Mason, Linda Henderson, Steve Mason; children, Angel Retherford, Christina Shealy (J. Chase Shealy); six grandchildren;Ty Retherford, Josiah Shealy, Dalton Retherford, Breanna Retherford, Mary Shealy, and J. Sawyer Shealy and one great-grandchild; Grayson Retherford. Brenda attended...
George Franklin Kartikis
August 2, 2023
George Franklin Kartikis, 82, of Simpsonville SC, passed away 8•2•2023 in Greenville SC with Lisa, his best friend and wife of thirty nine years, at his side. He was predeceased by his parents Savvas and Mildred Kartikis and his eldest daughter. He is survived by his wife Lisa Kartikis, two daughters, brother Robert Kartikis, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and many...
William C Pingley
August 1, 2023
In the spirit of the Bard, we bid adieu to our beloved William C Pingley, known fondly as Billy, who was born on the 17th day of May in the year of our Lord 1990 and departed from this mortal coil on the 1st day of August, 2023. Born and raised in the fair city of Greenville, SC, he returned...
Martha Jane Bagwell Reynolds
July 31, 2023
Martha Jane Bagwell Reynolds, known affectionately by all as Martha, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2023, in Greenville, South Carolina. Born on December 12, 1933, in Taylors, South Carolina, Martha was a woman of faith, generosity, and gentleness, touching the lives of all who knew her. Martha was the cherished daughter of the late John Earl Bagwell and Vincie...
Nancy Elisabeth Joy
July 31, 2023
Nancy Elisabeth Joy, 75, wife for 51+ years of Raymond Allan Joy, died July 31, 2023, in Greenville, SC. Born and raised in Arlington, VA, she graduated from Washington-Lee HS in 1966, then completed her A.B. in Spanish followed by a Master of Library Science degree from Syracuse University in 1971. Nancy married her college sweetheart, Al, on June 10,...
Barbara "Bonnie" Pietsch Mitchell
July 29, 2023
Barbara "Bonnie" Pietsch Mitchell, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in Greenville, South Carolina, on July 29, 2023, at the age of 85. Born on October 1, 1937, in Evanston, Illinois, Bonnie was the daughter of the late Richard "Dick" Francis Pietsch and Virginia Bayless (Knight) Pietsch. Bonnie grew up on her beloved family farm in...
Rebecca Ann Rochester
July 29, 2023
Rebecca Ann "Becky" (Davis) Rochester, born on April 8, 1974, in Easley, SC, peacefully passed away on July 29, 2023, in Greenville, SC. A beacon of kindness to all who knew her, Becky's radiant spirit brought joy, comfort, and light into the lives of her loving family and friends. The cherished daughter of Walter Daniel Davis and Patricia Robinson Davis,...
Thelma White Carter
July 28, 2023
Thelma White Carter, born on May 16, 1931, to the late Fay and Mae Belle Vinson White in Jonesville, SC, departed this earthly shore for the glorious heavens above on July 28, 2023, in Campobello, SC. The roots she planted in her beloved hometown of Jonesville were strong and deep, just like the love she had for her vast family...
Fred Earl West Jr
July 28, 2023
Fred Earl West, Jr., known to all as Fred, took his final joyride to the big truck stop in the sky on July 28, 2023. Born on July 3, 1950, in Monticello, AR, Fred spent his life on the road, delivering packages and punchlines with equal enthusiasm. He passed away in Spartanburg, SC, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and...
Thomas Edward Williamson
July 28, 2023
Thomas Edward Williamson, born on March 15, 1946, in Chamblee, GA, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2023, in South Carolina, leaving a legacy of benevolence and love. Thomas, known for his kind-hearted nature, inspired many through his compassion and unwavering positivity. In his 77 years, he touched countless lives with his sincerity and kindness. His love for fishing tournaments...
Pheobe Elizabeth Rude
July 28, 2023
After 99 years, 9 months, and 11 days Pheobe Elizabeth Rude (Hubbard) of Sparta, NJ passed away peacefully on July 28, 2023. She will be lovingly remembered by her son Timothy Rude (Jill), Grandchildren: Andrea Cerone, Michael Rude, Steven Rude, Donald Rude Jr., Peter Giordano, Nicholas Giordano and Timothy Rude Jr. She also leaves behind 12 Great Grandchildren and 8...
Rafael Antonio Gonzalez-Castro
July 27, 2023
Rafael Antonio Gonzalez-Castro began his earthly sojourn on the 22nd of October, 1961. In Costa Rica, he was born, and we are here today because on the 27th of July, 2023, in Duncan, South Carolina, he finished his course. Rafael Antonio Gonzalez-Castro was a beloved figure in the lives of his wife, Maria Lucidia, his children Katerine, Lucila, David, Pablo,...
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