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Tony Earl Burgess
Jan 4, 2024
Tony Earl Burgess, 61, beloved father, grandfather, and brother passed away on December 30, 2023, at his home. He was a man who loved life with a fiery spirit and loving heart. Born in Greenville County. He was born to the late Earnest Walker “Charles” Burgess and Bonnie Earlene Shipman Burgess. He is survived by a son Tony Earl Burgess...
John Edwardsen Kniffin
Jan 4, 2024
John Edwardsen Kniffin passed away on January 4, 2024, at the age of 79 in Simpsonville, South Carolina. He was born on December 23, 1944, in Youngstown, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter G. Kniffin Jr. and Margaret R. Kniffin, brother Ronald Kniffin, sister Margaret (Peggy) Smith, and aunt Hellen Daniels. John is survived by his...
John R. Nowicki
Jan 4, 2024
John R. Nowicki, 75 of Greenville SC Formally of Milwaukee, Wisconsin died on January 4, 2024. John was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee’s School of business and went on to a long career in banking retiring as President of Community Bank and Trust. John enjoyed a lifetime of travel with friends and family, as well as cycling,...
Victor Francis Woolling
Jan 3, 2024
Victor Francis Woolling, known affectionately as Victor to his friends and family, left this world peacefully on January 3, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on January 15, 1956, in Birmingham, Alabama, Victor made a lasting impression on everyone he met with his humorous spirit, selfless nature, and intelligent mind Victor grew up in the warm heart of Alabama,...
Kirsten L Moss-Frye
Jan 3, 2024
Kirsten L. Moss-Frye, a beacon of love and wisdom, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024. Born in Long Beach, California, Kirsten's life was a testament to the power of education, the joy of family, and the beauty of nurturing the world around her. Kirsten's journey began as a bright light in her family, the beloved daughter of John Moss...
Barbara Ann Nagle
Jan 2, 2024
Barbara Ann Nagle, known affectionately to all as Barb, embarked on her final road trip to the great beyond on January 2, 2024, at the age of 73. Born on January 11, 1950, in the bustling city of Cleveland, OH, Barb's laughter and love eventually filled the streets of Greenville, SC, where she took her last breath. Barb was the...
Jessie Donald Curtis Tyner
Jan 2, 2024
Jessie Donald Curtis Tyner, known to all simply as Jessie, brought an irrepressible spark of joy to the world when he was born on April 21, 1985, in Greenville, SC. His journey through life was one filled with laughter and love, a journey that sadly came to an end on January 2, 2024, in Spartanburg, SC. Jessie's life was a...
Brenda Ann Garrett
Jan 2, 2024
Brenda Ann Garrett, known affectionately as Brenda to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2024, at the age of 69, in Easley, South Carolina. Born on March 9, 1954, in Greenville, South Carolina, Brenda was a beacon of love and strength throughout her life. Brenda was the cherished wife of James Garrett, with whom she shared...
Wayne E. Adams
Jan 2, 2024
Wayne E. Adams, 65, of Greenville, SC, passed away on January 2, 2024. Born on June 9,1958, in Savanah, GA, Wayne was a kind-hearted individual with a love for animals. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Wayne is survived by his beloved wife, Jaqueline Adams, his mother, Ann Daughtry, and his siblings, Mike (Jane) Adams, Kim...
Carl William Young Jr.
Jan 1, 2024
Carl William Young, Jr., known affectionately as Bo, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2024, in Easley, South Carolina. Born on June 17, 1964, in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, Carl was a man whose life was defined by his unwavering love for his family, his dedication to his work, and his passion for the simple pleasures in life. Bo was the...
Allen Maurice Painter
Jan 1, 2024
Allen Maurice Painter, known affectionately as Allen to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2024, at the age of 62 in his hometown of Greenville, SC, where he was also born on July 23, 1961. His life was marked by his courageous spirit, adventurous heart, and handy touch that brought warmth and ingenuity to every corner...
Betty Gerow Lamoreux
Dec 31, 2023
Elizabeth "Betty" Lamoreux passed away on December 31, 2023. Ms. Lamoreux was born on February 18, 1928. She is survived by two children and was predeceased by her husband, Clarence "Chuck" Ottis Lamoreux Jr. For her love of animals, please send donations to the Greenville Humane Society in lieu of flowers. This obituary is protected by the Cremation Society of...
Preston Furtado Cole
Dec 30, 2023
Preston Furtado Cole, affectionately known to many as "Preacher Man," was called home to glory on the 30th of December, 2023. Born on the 12th of April, 1947, on the sun-kissed shores of Honolulu, Hawaii, Preacher Man embarked on his earthly journey that would span over seven and a half decades, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those...
James Larry West
Dec 30, 2023
James Larry West, known affectionately as Larry by his friends and family, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023, in Easley, South Carolina. Born on April 9, 1945, in Calhoun, Georgia, Larry's journey through life was marked by devotion to his faith, love for his family, and a passion for education and service. Larry's early years in Calhoun laid the...
Thomas Allison Hipp, Sr.
Dec 29, 2023
Thomas Allison Hipp, Sr., aged 93, died peacefully on December 29th, 2023. Born May 26th, 1930, in Charlotte, North Carolina, he was the fourth child of David Elliot Hipp and Bessie Tevepaugh Hipp. Tom was preceded in death by his wife of over 60 years, Langhorne Cooke Hipp, and his siblings, David Elliot Hipp, Jr., Alieen Hipp Thomason, and John...
JoAnn Gilstrap
Dec 29, 2023
PICKENS — JoAnn Elizabeth Gilstrap departed this earth in faith and entered into the presence of her father, God Almighty, surrounded by her family on December 29th, 2023. JoAnn was 76 years old and was born on July 21st, 1947, to the late Roscoe Allen Gilstrap and Helen Burgess Gilstrap both of Pickens, SC. Surviving are her children: Joy Elizabeth...
Betty Jean Combs
Dec 28, 2023
Betty Jean Combs, a beacon of joy and kindness, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2023, in her hometown of Greenville, SC, at the age of 74. Born on September 20, 1949, also in Greenville, Betty lived a life that was as vibrant and warm as her personality. Betty was known for her infectious laughter and her innate ability to...
Jadwiga Dawson
Dec 27, 2023
Jadwiga “Hedy” (nee Zielinski) Dawson, 76, passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. She was born November 26, 1947 to parents Jan and Zdzislawa (nee Mazurkiewicz) Zielinski in a displaced person’s camp in Germany. After World War II, in 1951, she and her parents emigrated to the United States. Of Polish descent, she was proud of her heritage and spoke...
Mary Margaret Warner
Dec 27, 2023
Mary Margaret Warner, affectionately known as Peggy to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2023, at the age of 94. Born on June 9, 1929, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Peggy was the cherished daughter of the late Harry A. Gieske and Loretta (Donelon) Gieske, and the beloved sister to the late Jeanne M. Gieske. She was predeceased...
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