Life Tributes

Bonnie Lou Waddell

Bonnie Lou Waddell

April 12, 2022

Bonnie Lou Ramey Waddell, 72, of Pickens, SC, passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2022. A native of Salem, SC, she was the daughter of the late Steven Elisha and Inez Frona Cannon Ramey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her children, Brent Waddell and Michelle Collins and siblings, Willie and Essie Dale Ramey. She...

Joni Lynn McLane

Joni Lynn McLane

April 11, 2022

Joni Lynn McLane, 64, of 325 Hampton Avenue, died Sunday, April 3rd, 2022. Born in Greenville she was the daughter of the late Dr. Robert Charles McLane and Lila Charles McLane. She was a 1984 graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in painting and printmaking. A talented Graphic Design and Animation Designer, Joni created...

Carlton Stafford

Carlton Stafford

April 11, 2022

Carlton Stafford, 64, of Spartanburg, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2022. He was the son of the late James Edwin and Nancy Ruth Mickel Stafford. He loved spoiling his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Brown Stafford; children, Leandra (David Marshall) Stafford, Timothy (Autumn) Poteat, and Chris (Hope) Poteat; siblings, Alvin (Barbara) Stafford, Wayne (Jean) Stafford, and...

Robert "Andy" Andrew Moser Sr.

Robert "Andy" Andrew Moser Sr.

April 10, 2022

Robert Andrew Moser, Sr., 61, of Greenville, passed away on April 10, 2022. Born in Greenville, SC he was the son of Polly Moser and Toy Moser. Survivors include his wife of the home, Peggy Moser, his children; Heather Holloway, Robert "Drew" Andrew Moser, Jr., and Donald Benjamin Moser "Ben", seven grandchildren: Gracye Hale, Bailey Turner, Kason Robinson, Kyler Moser,...

Barbara Lou Brannon Gass

Barbara Lou Brannon Gass

April 10, 2022

Barbara Lou Brannon was born on September 10, 1933, in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, to Merrill Gates Brannon and Eva Edna Bowles Brannon. Her mother's stepfather delivered her. Mama had an older sister, Ann Ashley, and a younger brother, Dr. Donald Brannon. Both siblings preceded her to heaven. Surviving are her three children: Lou Ann (Roy) Keiser, David (Sylvia) Gass, and Ruth...

Joe Crayton Marett Jr

Joe Crayton Marett Jr

April 9, 2022

Joe Crayton Marett Jr., 76, died on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Kempton Assisted Living Facility in Greenville, SC. Mr. Marett was born on September 4, 1945, in Greenville, SC, and graduated from Liberty High School. After high school, he played football at Chowan College. After graduation, Mr. Marett worked in the textile industry where he specialized in Human Resources...

Robert Charles Staring

Robert Charles Staring

April 8, 2022

Robert Charles Staring, 79, of Honea Path, SC, passed away on April 8, 2022. He was the son of the late James E. Staring and the late Eva Patnode, born in Cohoes, NY, on February 15, 1943. Robert is survived by his beloved wife Susan M. Staring; children: Melissa Copeland, Melinda Dutton, Charles Staring, Laurie Hoyt, Leslie Burmaster, and Daniel...

Donald "Donnie" Charles Mills

Donald "Donnie" Charles Mills

April 8, 2022

Donald "Donnie" Charles Mills, 72, of Greer, SC, passed away on April 08, 2022. He was the son of the late James Mills and the late Lavinia Stewart Mills, born in Greenville, SC, on March 17, 1950. He leaves behind his beloved wife Sandra Boiter Mills, daughter, grandson, and a special nephew Todd Swain. Donnie is preceded in death by...

Donald " Donnie" Charles Mills

Donald " Donnie" Charles Mills

April 8, 2022

Donald "Donnie" Charles Mills, 72, of Greer, SC, passed away on April 08, 2022. He was the son of the late James Mills and the late Lavinia Stewart Mills, born in Greenville, SC, on March 17, 1950. He leaves behind his beloved wife Sandra Boiter Mills, daughter, grandson, and a special nephew Todd Swain. Donnie is preceded in death by...

Dr Richard Olof Sorensen

Dr Richard Olof Sorensen

April 6, 2022

Dr. Richard Olof Sorensen, 86, widower of Joan Sorensen, passed away on April 6, 2022 at the Woodlands at Furman in Greenville, SC. Olof was born July 22, 1932, in Hazen, North Dakota. He was the son of the late Ray and Rosalind Sorensen of North Dakota. Dr. Richard Olof Sorensen, Professor of Art Emeritus received his Undergraduate Degree from...

Kimberly "Kimmy" Pitts Ayers

Kimberly "Kimmy" Pitts Ayers

April 6, 2022

Kimberly “Kimmy” Ayers, 62, passed away on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. She was born in Atlanta to the late Abel Grant and Gertrude Pearl Morrison Pitts. She lived for her family and Jesus. A simple, sweet woman; she enjoyed trips to the beach and spent her time studying the Word and prophesy, being a “watcher”. In addition to her parents,...

James "Jim" Kirkpatrick

James "Jim" Kirkpatrick

April 5, 2022

James (Jim) Kirkpatrick went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Born February 16, 1939, in Waynesville, NC, he was the son of the late Albert and Bertie Rogers Kirkpatrick. Surviving are Jim’s soulmate Brenda Swaney, his three children Alan Kirkpatrick, Philip Kirkpatrick (Natalie) and Becky Kirkpatrick Patton (Brian), three grandchildren Blake Kirkpatrick, Kade Kirkpatrick and Allison Kirkpatrick,...

Cherne Patrice Nesbitt

Cherne Patrice Nesbitt

April 5, 2022

Cherne Patrice Nesbitt of Mauldin, SC was called home to be with the Lord on April 5, 2022 at Bon secours St. Francis hospital downtown, surrounded by close family, friends, and loved ones. Cherne was born in Greenville, SC on October 11, 1971 to the late Jonah Smith and Patricia Ann Smith Polk. Cherne dedicated her life to God and...

Kenneth Lee Loftis Sr.

Kenneth Lee Loftis Sr.

April 5, 2022

Kenneth Lee Loftis, Sr., 79, of Inman, passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2022. He was the son of the late Esley Lionel Loftis, Sr. and Ruth Stone Loftis. After serving in the National Guard, he earned a Bachelors Degree from Wofford College. He was a former member of the Lion’s Club and enjoyed trading in the Stock Market, carpentry,...

Carol Ann Kass

Carol Ann Kass

April 5, 2022

Carol Ann Kass, 73, of Greenville, passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 in her home after a recent diagnosis of cancer. Her friends and family always knew her as the life of the party. She loved going to the theatre and acting in local community plays. Reading was her favorite pastime, and she loved spending time at the library....

Mauro Alberto Silva

Mauro Alberto Silva

April 5, 2022

Mauro Alberto Silva was born May 23,1949 in a small town in Ancash, Peru, just north of Lima, Peru. Papi (as he was affectionately known to his friends and family) passed away peacefully, with his daughters by his side, on April 5, 2022 in Greenville, SC. Mauro spent his childhood years living in Ancash. The family then relocated to Lima...

Beverly Ann Threatt

Beverly Ann Threatt

April 5, 2022

Beverly Threatt left this world April 5, 2022, leaving behind a legacy of love and a lifetime of beautiful memories for those who knew her. She will be greatly missed by many. To know her was to love her. She instantly welcomed you into her light and never failed to give a compliment at the first opportunity. Anyone who crossed...

Joni Lynn McLane

Joni Lynn McLane

April 3, 2022

Joni Lynn McLane, 64, of 325 Hampton Avenue, died Sunday, April 3rd, 2022. Born in Greenville she was the daughter of the late Dr. Robert Charles McLane and Lila Charles McLane. She was a 1984 graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in painting and printmaking. A talented Graphic Design and Animation Designer, Joni created...

William "Bill" Schmidt

William "Bill" Schmidt

April 1, 2022

William “Bill” Schmidt, age 79, of Waterloo, SC, husband of Sharon Schmidt, passed away on Friday, April 1, 2022 at his home under Hospice care, after a two year battle with cancer. Bill was a 21 year veteran of the Navy where he met his wife. In addition to his wife of 55 years, he is survived by daughter Barbara...

John Louis Tate

John Louis Tate

March 31, 2022

Spartanburg, SC – John Louis Tate, 85, of Spartanburg, SC, died March 31, 2022. Born August 9, 1936, in Burlington, NC, he was the son of the late Arthur P. Tate and Lucille Lanning Tate. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 58 years, Ina Kay King Tate. Dr. Tate earned a BS in chemistry from Wofford College where...