Life Tributes

April 14, 2025

George Doyle O'Bryant, known affectionately as George O'Bryant to his friends and family, passed away on April 14, 2025, at the age of 89 in Spartanburg, SC. Born on January 23, 1936, in Salem, SC, George was a man of remarkable wit, intelligence, and passion, whose presence brought joy and laughter to all who knew him.

George was the cherished son...

April 13, 2025

-Brandon liked to play baseball as a child and was a pitcher on the school baseball team. He was very calm and very intelligent. He left school when he was in high school and started working in the fields and soon after decided to go to Monterrey. He became a father at the age of 20. He loved enchiladas and...

April 13, 2025

Rita Fay Engel, 69, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at home in Greenville, SC.

She was born December 10th, 1955 to Broadus and Mary Mathis in Greenville, SC where she lived until moving to Dayton, Ohio during her early teens. The family moved around as her father was in the Air Force before settling back in Greenville finishing...

April 12, 2025

Sadness & joy describes this day, April 12, 2025. Gloria Cooper Cisson 88 went home to heaven to be with her Savior Jesus Christ and her loving husband, James Edward Cisson. She was a beautiful soul, a loving wife, mother, grandmother & great grandmother & wonderful friend to all. She is greatly loved & will be greatly missed. She is...

April 12, 2025

Hans Jaiden Thompson, known to all as Jaiden, was the kind of guy who could light up a room with his smile and keep it bright with his laughter. Born on August 4, 2008, in the heart of Greenville, SC, he embraced life with the kind of enthusiasm that made you wonder if he had a secret stash of energy...

April 12, 2025

April 11, 2025

Lindsay Whyte Winkler, a beacon of love and creativity, passed away on April 11, 2025, at the Simpsonville Hospice House. Born on August 8, 1952, in Elizabeth, NJ, Lindsay's life was a tapestry of devotion to her family, a passion for creativity, and an unwavering spirit of resilience.

Lindsay's early years in Elizabeth were filled with the warmth of a close-knit...

April 11, 2025

Jammie Christopher Blackwell, age 48, passed away peacefully in her home in Easley, SC on April 11, 2025. Born in Greenville, SC, Jammie was known for her generous spirit and unwavering love for God, her family and friends.

Over the course of her life, she touched many hearts with her kindness and strength of character. Jammie was a devoted wife, mother,...

April 11, 2025

David Brunson Mann passed away just short of his 76th birthday at home in Greenville, SC. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Carol Ross Mann, four children Marion Mann (Nate Fowler), David Mann, Jr. (Courtney), Ross Mann and Willie Mann (Heidi), four grandchildren Maddie, Tyler, Walker and Oakley Mann; brother James R. Mann, Jr., sister Virginia (Gee)...

April 10, 2025

Juan Rafael Mercado Sanchez, known affectionately as Juan or Randy to his loved ones, passed away on April 10, 2025, in Taylors, South Carolina. Born on January 11, 1970, in the vibrant heart of Puerto Rico, Juan's life was a testament to his loving nature, his humor, and his selfless disposition.

Juan's early years in Puerto Rico laid the foundation for...

April 10, 2025

April 10, 2025

Lovie Irene Autrey (Bennett) of Taylors, passed away April 10, 2025. She was the wife of the late Franklin Leon Autrey.

Survivors include her two sons: Frankie (Crystal) Autrey, Jr. and Jason (Joseph) Autrey, four grandsons, and 6 great grandchildren.

Her memorial service will be Wednesday, 4/16 at Taylors First Baptist Church, at 200 West Main Street, Taylors, SC, 29687. We will...

April 9, 2025

Johnny Gerald Holloway, Sr., 77, peacefully entered the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Wednesday, April 9, 2025, surrounded by his devoted wife and two daughters. Born in 1947 in a sharecropper’s cabin tucked away in a peach orchard Traveler’s Rest, he lived a life rooted in hard work, quiet strength, with a deep love for family. His...

April 9, 2025

Louis P. Esposito III (Pat), age 67, formerly of Columbus, passed away in Seneca, SC on April 9, 2025. Preceded in death by parents, Louis and Lucille Esposito, and sister, Frances Leach. Survived by sister, Jayne Barker; brother, David (Nancy) Esposito; nieces, Ronda Garcia, Pattie (Mark) Hayes, Diane Kowalke; nephew, Ronnie Leach; great nieces, Danille Ward, Rachel (Doug) Unrue, Brittany...

April 8, 2025

Grantland Paul Wagner passed away on April 8, 2025 in Greenville SC at the age of 93. Born on July 29, 1931, he was known for his devotion to his wife of 72 years. Grant was the son of Edna Brooks Lane Wagner and Charles Paul Wagner, he was the apple of their eyes. He always knew how to have...

April 8, 2025

Allie T. "Red" Eassy, aged 81, a beacon of love and laughter, passed away on April 8, 2025, in Gray Court, SC, surrounded by the natural beauty she so cherished throughout her life. Born on May 3, 1943, in Laurens, SC, to the late Allie and Ellis Templeton, Red grew up with a passion for the outdoors and a heart...

April 7, 2025

Sara Frances Strand, known affectionately as Frances to her friends and family, passed away on April 7, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on March 19, 1949, Frances lived a life marked by love, kindness, and a gentle spirit that touched everyone she met.

Frances was a cherished member of her community, having retired from a fulfilling career at the...

April 7, 2025

George D. McBee, known affectionately as Dennis to his friends and family, passed away on April 7, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on April 2, 1951, Dennis was a man whose warmth and kindness touched all who knew him.

Dennis was predeceased by his loving parents, Robert L. McBee and Lula S. McBee, his brothers Charles McBee and Robert...

April 7, 2025

Crystal Sheridan, a beacon of laughter and kindness, passed away at her home on April 7, 2025, at the age of 42. Born on September 24, 1982, in Greer, South Carolina, Crystal's infectious smile and generous spirit were a gift to all who knew her.

Crystal's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to her family. She was a loving daughter...

April 6, 2025

James Kenneth Crow, known affectionately as Kenneth to his friends and family, passed away on April 6, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on March 3, 1945 to Dr. Robert H. Crow and Juanita Crow. He was a life long resident of Cowpens, SC. Kenneth's life was marked by his unwavering kindness, his gentle spirit, and his...