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Spartanburg, SC and surrounding areas

Emory Madlem Shoemaker

Emory Madlem Shoemaker

Jan 13, 2026

Emory Madlem Shoemaker, a loving husband, father, and respected member of the community, passed away peacefully at his home on January 13, 2026, just two days after celebrating his 71st birthday. Born on January 11, 1955, in Pennsylvania, Emory grew up in Bridgeport, Connecticut, where he formed many cherished memories that would last a lifetime.

Emory dedicated a significant portion of...

Skyler Edwin Lee Jolley

Skyler Edwin Lee Jolley

Jan 11, 2026

Skyler Edwin Lee Jolley, 20, departed this life on Sunday, January 11, 2026.  After completing his education, he worked along side his grandfather in the family painting and construction business while awaiting his induction into the United States Army.  Skyler was quiet but hilarious.  He enjoyed videogames, playing golf and watching football.  He especially loved spending time with his...

Loretta Gayle Elliott Petty

Loretta Gayle Elliott Petty

Jan 11, 2026

Loretta Gayle Elliott Petty, 84, of Spartanburg died January 11, 2026 at the Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home.  Gayle was born January 7, 1942 in Spartanburg, SC to the late Herbert Elliott and late Stella Lemons Brazil.  She was the widow of Harold D. Petty who passed in 2008.

Gayle was a homemaker and always had beautiful flower...

Francis Rando Coursey

Francis Rando Coursey

Jan 3, 2026

Francis Rando Coursey gained his heavenly wings on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at home in Spartanburg, SC.

Francis, affectionately known as Frank and "Bank" to family and friends was born to the late Francis (Juggie) and Margaret Coursey on October 23, 1960 in Atlantic City, NJ. In 2017, Frank met and married his soulmate, Stephany Davis. Together...

Diane Marie Sutherland

Diane Marie Sutherland

Dec 28, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Diane Marie Sutherland. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Johnny Eugene Whiteside

Johnny Eugene Whiteside

Dec 22, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Johnny Eugene Whiteside. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Michael Mccray Jr.

Michael Mccray Jr.

Dec 21, 2025

Michael McCray, Jr, 60, born in Beacon, NY on August 30, 1965. Michael came to rest on December 21, 2025 in his home in Boiling Springs, SC surrounded by his loving family. Michael was survived by his mother and father, Michael McCray, Sr, and Catherine Ann McCray of Boiling Springs, SC. His three children, Michael Darrell McCray of Cleveland,...

Kendal Lamar Bunkley

Kendal Lamar Bunkley

Dec 14, 2025

Kendal L Bunkley December 14, 2025. Duncan SC by way of Amherst NY, Beloved mother of Jerome A. Thomas-Bunkley, Antonio Merchant-Bunkley, and Terrance R. Munn-Bunkley. Sister of Tremeeka L. (Brian) Norman and aunt of Christopher William Wright. Daughter of Clyde Richardson. Preceded in death by her beloved mother, Elizabeth N. Bunkley-Cummings (James), and her brother, William Lamont Bunkley. Also...

Ricky Kelly Jr.

Ricky Kelly Jr.

Dec 10, 2025

On Wednesday, December 10, 2025, Ricky L. Kelly, Jr. passed away after a tragic accident.  A native of Spartanburg, he was the son of Nekkesha Irby and Rick Kelly.  Ricky was graduate of Spartanburg High School Classof 2024.  He was employed at Bojangles, and loved playing basketball and listening to music.  Ricky was smart, hardworking and had lots of...

Richard Connor

Richard Connor

Dec 10, 2025

Richard Connor, age 88, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, following a brief illness, at Spartanburg Medical Center's Hospice House. He was born on February 7, 1937, in Gainesville, Georgia.

Richard was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Connor; his son, Rev. David Connor; his brother, Levi Connor; his father, Curtis Connor; and his mother, ...

Larry E Meredith

Larry E Meredith

Nov 28, 2025

On Friday November 28, 2025, the Angels of Mercy brought everlasting peace to Mr. Larry Earl Meredith. A native of Spartanburg, SC, Mr. Meredith was the son of the late Annie Bell Gray Meredith and James Carol Meredith. He was the stepson to the late Ms. Sarah Owens of Newberry, SC. After completing his education, he was employed with...

Albert Nelson Geter, Jr.

Albert Nelson Geter, Jr.

Nov 23, 2025

Sharing His Story

Albert Nelson Geter, Jr.

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith"

2 Timothy 4:7

Sunrise. . .

Mr. Albert Nelson Geter, Jr. affectionately known as "Man" was born April 20,1977. A native of Spartanburg, SC., He was...

Shirley Pauline Scellick

Shirley Pauline Scellick

Nov 19, 2025

Shirley Scellick was born December 20, 1929, in Staples, Minnesota and passed away November 19, 2025, in Spartanburg, South Carolina.  She arrived as the third oldest child of 9 other sisters and one brother.  She graduated from Litchville High School and was presented her diploma by her father Emil Erickson a board member for the school district of Litchville,...

Jay Wagner

Jay Wagner

Nov 18, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Jay Wagner. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Kayble Cory Pylman

Kayble Cory Pylman

Nov 12, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Kayble Cory Pylman. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Robert Lewis Cathcart

Robert Lewis Cathcart

Nov 11, 2025

Robert Lewis Cathcart, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. He was born February 19, 1957 in Spartanburg SC. He worked for the trucking industry for 40 years and had retired from it. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, watching NASCAR, baseball, football, and spending time with his family. He was predeceased by his parents, Richard and Mary Lou...

Rosa M. Pearson

Rosa M. Pearson

Nov 10, 2025

On Monday, November 10, 2025, the Angels of Mercy brought everlasting peace to Rosa Mae Pearson.  Born in Greenville, SC to the late Anderson and Hamp Anderson, she moved to Spartanburg as a young adult and gained employment at Beaumont Mills.  After several years, she married Rosavelt Pearson and they remained married until his death.  She enjoyed cooking and...

Joyce Trebilco

Joyce Trebilco

Nov 9, 2025

JOYCE ANNE TREBILCO, age 92, passed away peacefully in the early hours of  Sunday, November 9, 2025 at the Spartanburg Medical Center, Mary Black Campus, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Joyce was born of Swedish stock in Minneapolis, Minnesota on October 15, 1933 to Ernst Olaf Hedwall and Helen Evangeline Hedwall. She was third-born in a family that grew to...

David Edwin Hays

David Edwin Hays

Nov 4, 2025

David Edwin Hays, 57, went to be with the Lord on Nov 4, 2025. He was born inWestern North Carolina. His parents are George and Fran Hays. David served his country honorably as part of the US Army 82nd Airborne Division. He was in Operation Just Cause in Panama and later Operation Desert Storm in Iraq. David received several...

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