Rita Williams

 Shirley Searles of Moore St. in Mauldin, SC, died Sunday December 30, 2018 at McCalls Hospice House, Simpsonville, SC. Surviving are one daughter, Lillette (Rena)Miller of Mauldin; one son, Douglas Searles of Greenville,SC; One sister, Carolyn Stoddard of Los Angeles, California: two Brothers, Clifton Stoddard, Jr. and Steve Stoddard both of Greenville,SC; a grandchild reared in the home, Dejavous Edwards; two other grandchildren Cornelious and Laquintous both of Mauldin, SC. Funeral Service : Saturday, January 5, 2019 at 2:00pm in the Heritage Chapel, Greenville, SC  

 Levi J. Thrasher died December 27, 2018 at Spartanburg Regional Hospital.  

Reverend Clifford F. Ferguson of 101 Hardale Lane, Greenville, SC died Friday, November 23, 2018. 

He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Surviving are a niece, Cheryl F.(Ron) Fisher of Mauldin: nephew Leonardo (Clara) Ferguson of Nashville, Tenn. 

In Lieu of flowers please send all donations to John Wesley U.M. Church, 309 St. Paul Road, Easley, SC 29640.
Visitation: Friday from 1:00 - 7:00 at the Heritage Chapel of Upstate Family Funeral Services, 506 Arlington Ave., Greenville, SC 29601
Funeral Service: Saturday 10:00 a.m. John Wesley UMC 309 St. Paul Road Easley, SC 29640- Anderson County Burial: Church Cemetery

 Lois Jane Cohen of Lyman, SC died Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at Mary Black Memorial Hospital, Spartanburg, SC 
Surviving are five daughters: Undra Cohen and Marcia Cohen(Randy) Wright both of Welford, SC, Tiara(Chris)Adams of Williamston, SC, Aretha Dirton of Spartanburg, SC and Verica Carter of Washington, DC: Three sisters, Sallie Peake of Welford, SC, Annie Bell Gould of Newark, New Jersey and Kathleen Hawkins of Greer, SC:

Three brothers, Dr. Bobby(Priscilla) Cohens of Greer, SC; Robert(Kay) Cohen of Spartanburg, SC and Furman Sims of Washington DC. 

Visitation: Saturday from 1:00-7:00 pm Upstate Family Funeral Services, Greer Funeral Service Sunday, 2:00 P.M. at Christian Fellowship Bibleway, Greer Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens

Romel Garrison of 206 Brantford Lane, Greenville, SC die Saturday November 3, 2018 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. He was a son of the late Jamie and Bobbie Locke Garrison, Sr
Surviving are two sisters, Bobbie Mae Gambrell of the home and Janiell (Calvin) Johnson of Greenville, SC
two brothers, Curtis Garrison and Jamie Garrison, Jr. both of Greenville, SC
Visitation: Friday from 4:00 until 9:00 at Upstate Family Funeral Services Heritage Chapel Greenville, SC 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville,SC
Funeral Service: 1:00 P.M. Saturday in Heritage Chapel, 506 Arlington Ave, Greenville, SC

Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens, Greer, SC

Herman D. Wright, Jr. of 7 Prestwick Dr. Greenville, SC died Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. He was a son of the late Herman Donald and Jessie Cox Wright ,Sr.
Surviving are 4 sisters, Carolyn A. Reid, Linda Belcher, Joyce A. Grayson and Jewell(Melvin)Brown all of Greenville, SC; two brothers, Richard(Shirley) Wright of Piedmont, SC and David A. Wright of Virginia
Visitation: Thursday from 4:00 until 9:00 at Upstate Family Funeral Services Heritage Chapel 506 Arlington Ave.Greenville
Funeral: Friday 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel  

Burial: Brown Eternal Garden, Greer, SC

Stepfan "Duck" Butler Duck of 8 Haven Beach Way, Taylors, SC died Friday, November 2, 2018 at his residence. He was son of the late Ottaway B. and Ruth Ann Anderson Duck. He was a graduate of Travelers Rest High School class of 1985 and owner of his Tree Service.
Surviving are a sister Debbie Robertson (Willie Chester)Scott of Greenville, SC and his companion, Missy Benton of the home
Visitation: Wednesday from 1:00 until 7:00 pm at Upstate Family Funeral Service Heritage Chapel 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville, SC
Funeral: Thursday 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel

Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens, Greer, S

Mr. Columbus Salters Jr., of 200 Wedge Way, Duncan, SC died Wednesday, October 17, 2018. Surviving are 3 sisters Dora Salters of Duncan, SC, Emma Mae (Belton)Cohen of Belton, SC and Renee' Salters of Asheville, NC; 2 brothers Randall Salters of Asheville NC and Ray Charles Salters of Columbia, SC

Visitation from 1:00 until 7:00 Sunday at Upstate Family Funeral Services- Greer, SC Funeral Services will be Monday 2:00 pm Upstate Family Funeral Services- Greer, SC Burial will take place at: Brown Eternal Gardens

 Neal Gordon Goldsmith Jr. of 926 Cleveland St., Greenville, SC, passed away December 22, 2018, at Alpha Health and Rehab. Greer, SC.
Surviving are his wife Annie Jean Grayson Goldsmith of Greer,SC; father Neal G. Goldsmith,Sr. of Greenville,SC; one son, Neal K. Grayson of Greenville,SC step-son Reggie Grayson of Greer,SC Three brothers, Pastor Johnny Goldsmith and Marshall Goldsmith both of Greenville,SC and Larry Goldsmith of Mauldin,SC; Three sisters, Carolyn Goldsmith and Barbara Lax both of Greenville,SC and Patricia Garelock of Greensboro, NC; Grandson, Jaden Grayson. Visitation: Thursday, December 27th 1:00pm -7:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services Greenville Chapel 506 Arlington Avenue, Greenville, SC. Funeral Service: Friday, December 28th 1:00pm in Greenville Chapel. Burial: Richland Cemetery, Sunflower Street, Greenville 

Kenneth  Wayne Sweeney of Greenville, SC died Friday, December 7, 2018 at Greenville  Memorial Hospital.

Surviving are is wife, Lucia K. Sweeney of the home: his mother, Irene Roundtree: two daughters, Valleria (John) Bolden, Adrianne Sweeney: two sons, Kevin and Keith Sweeney and 5 grandchildren. ​Graveside Service: Thursday, December 13, 2018 at 2:00pm at Brown Eternal Gardens, Greer, SC

 Cynthia Margaret Bostic of 106 Chartwell Drive Greer, SC died  December 2, 2018 at Greenville Memoria Hospital. Surviving are her daughter Tribbie (Darrell) Bostic Ford of the home:three sons, Anthony (Michelle) Bostic of Brockton, Mass., Kevin(Debbie) Bostic of Fall River, Mass., and Theodore Bostic,III of Warren, Rhode Island. Grandchildren, Kiana Bostic ,Fallon Bostic, Amanda Garcia Solis, Kevin Bostic,Jr. and Jaylen Ford: Great Grands, Brooklyn Bostic and Keegyn. Visitation: Thursday from 1:00 until 7:00  at Upstate Family Funeral Service Greer  Graveside Service: Friday 3:00 pm Greenville Memorial Gardens 

 Gloria Morris Perrella died November 30th  

Hayward Hunter of 3426 Jug Factory Road Greer, South Carolina died Friday, November 28, 2018 at St. Francis Hospital Columbus, Ga,

Surviving are a step-daughter Barbara A. Hunter of Greer ,SC ; three sisters, Mary Jane Gist of Union ,SC , Mary Anna Louise Bennett of Greer ,SC  an Odessa Ann Staggs of Welford, SC ;five  brothers, Robert Earl Hunter of Spartanburg, SC, Pink Nathaniel Hunter of Greer SC, Larrie Hunter of Taylors SC, Sammy Lee Hunter of Columbia ,SC, and Frankie Earl Hunter of Union SC. Visitation: Friday 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services, Greer , SC Funeral Service: Saturday 2:00 pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services, Greer, SC Burial: St. Paul U.M. Church -Greer, SC 

Mr. Freddie M. Smith of 502 Boiling Road, Taylors, SC died November 22, 2018 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. 

Surviving are a daughter Ashleigh Smith of Greenville, SC; one son Matthew Smith of Greenville, SC; one sister, Grace Davis of Taylors, SC; two brothers, Willie and Anthony Davis both of Taylors, SC.  Visitation: Sunday from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM  ​Funeral Service: Sunday 3:00 PM at Upstate Family Funeral Service Greer

  Mrs. Alma Jacqueline "Jackie" Ross of 115 Baileyview St. Greer, South Carolina died Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at her residence.
She leaves to cherish fond memories one daughter, Evangelist Kaye Ross(Allen) Faison of Columbia, SC; one son, William Charles(Renee') Ross, Jr. of Greer,  SC; two step-sons, Charles(Sandra) Robinson of Simpsonville, SC and Benny(Sheryl) Harrison of Greer, SC; other relatives and friends
Visitation: Sunday from 1:00 until 7:00 pm Upstate Family Funeral Services, Greer, SC
Funeral Service: Monday, 1:00 pm at Maple Creek Missionary Baptist Church, Greer, SC
Burial: Hillcrest Memorial Gardens 

 Mr. Cartrell Harris of 103 Panorama Court died Monday, October 1,2018 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. He was a son of the late Oliver and Georgia Rucker Harris.
Surviving are a daughter, Angela Harris of Piedmont, SC; Four brothers Charles Harris and Otis Harris both of Greenville SC, Wilbur Harris of Atlanta, Ga. and Richard Turman of Phoenix, Arizona; two sisters Ethel Pasley of the home and Gwendolyn Neals of Atlanta, Ga.; two grandchildren other relatives and friends.
Visitation: Saturday from 1:00 until 7:00 at Upstate Family Funeral Service-Heritage Chapel, 506 Arlington Ave.Greenville SC
Funeral Service: Sunday 3:00 P.M. at Shady Oak Baptist Church
Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens 

Phillip Ray Waters passed away August 21, 2018

  Zemria Corey Cooley passed away August 16, 2018. Funeral Services are set for Sunday, August 26, 2018 at 3:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services 506 Arlington Ave., Greenville, SC 

 Frankie (Teague) Tiggs, Sr. passed away  

  Timia Williams passed away Tuesday, August 7, 2018 . Funeral services are set for Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at 3:00pm at Upstate Funeral Services Heritage Chapel - Greenville. 

 Mrs. Clara A. Nance formerly of Taylors, SC died Wednesday, August 8,2018 in Clarksville, Tennessee. Surviving are three sons, Jerry L.(Rachel) Austin, Richard Nance and Mark Nance. The family for Mrs. Nance is at 212 Mt. Pilgrim Ct., Marietta, South Carolina. Visitation: Sunday from 1:00 pm until 7:00 at Upstate Family Funeral Services- Greer, SC  Funeral Services will be held on Monday, 2:00 pm Jubilee Baptist, Taylors, SC
Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens 

Geraldine Anderson passed away August 3, 2018. The family home is located at 124 Lyles Drive, Taylors. Visitation is Saturday, August 11, 2018 from 1:00 - 6:00pm at Upstate - Greer. Funeral Service is Sunday, August 12, 2018 at 2:00pm at Upstate - Greer, 502 Hampton Rd., Greer, SC.

Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens

 Mr. Roosevelt Witherspoon of Baker St. Greenville passed away on August 2, 2018.
Viewing is Friday, August 10, 2018 from 1:00 - 6:00pm at Upstate Heritage Chapel at 506 Arlington Ave., Greenville, SC
Funeral Service is set for Saturday, August 11, 2018 at Friendship Baptist Church at 2:00pm 

Yolanda Michelle Chapman of Gallery of West Greenville Apt. L-58 died July 24, 2018 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Visitation: Sunday from 1:00- 5:00 pm
Funeral Service: Monday 2:00 pm in the Heritage Chapel of Upstate Family Funeral Service- 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville,SC

Surviving are her Parents; Stanley(Tarsha)Harris of Greenville, SC and Carolyn Chapman of Greenville: one son, Darius Jackson: one daughter,
Tyquira Chapman: six brothers, Stanley Chapman, Cedric Harris, Patrick Gantt, Taireke Pelzer, Toben Wright and Teanu Bellamy all of Greenvile ,SC; a devoted companion Darryl Barton of the home: Grandparents, Catherine Chapman and Catherine Pelzer.

 Denise Johnson of McNeely Circle, Greer,SC died July 11,2018 at Spartanburg Regional Hospital. She was the daughter of Dorothy Mae Brunson Riley of Pinewood,SC and the late David Johnson and step-father Elijah Riley of Pinewood, SC; her husband: Derick Styles of the home: one daughter, Tamiko Styles of the home: Mother-in-law, Brenda Styles of Greer, SC. Visitation: Sunday, 1:00 - 2:00 pm at Upstate Family Funeral Service-Greer, SC. Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens. Funeral: Sunday, 2:00 pm in the chape 

Thomas Edward Bridwell of Greenville, SC died on July 07,2018 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. Visitation: Tuesday from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Antioch Baptist Church, Greenville. Funeral: Wednesday 1:00 pm at the church. Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens, Greer

Surviving are three children: Thomika Bridwell of Dorchester, MA, Taleah Cox of Fort Worth, TX and Thomas Bridwell of Dedham, MA.  The family home is at 27 Sandpit Drive, Simpsonville, SC

  Wayman "Wayne" Martin of 1329 E.  Washington St., died Wednesday July 4, 2018 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He  is survived by an aunt Thelma Martin of Tuckahoe, NY; two special  cousins, Charles Martin and Bridgette Martin Smith both of Greenville,  SC; a devoted friend Tony Griggs of Greenville, SC, two nieces; one  nephew; brother-in-law Glenn Smith; cousins other relatives and friends. Visitation: Wednesday from 1:00 - 5:00 pm Upstate Family Funeral Services - Heritage Chapel Greenville Funeral:  Thursday 2:00 pm at Nicholtown Baptist Church  

 Ozvelt Crummer of 304 Calhoun St, died July 2, 2018 at his residence. Surviving are three daughters Debra, Linda and Daisy Crummer of Greenville, SC: three sons, Jimmy, Danny and Michael Crummer of Greenville's Visitation: Sunday from 5:00- 9:00 at the Heritage Chapel, Greenville Funeral: Monday 1: 00 pm in the chapel with burial in the M.J."Dolly"Cooper Veteran's Cemetery, Anderson, SC Services are entrusted to the Upstate Family Funeral Services-Greenville   

  Janice Louise Staley of 1112 Bennett St. Greenville, SC died June 29,2018 at her residence. Surviving  are two daughters: Nicole Corbitt and Alexis Corbitt both of  Greenville, SC: one son Nicholas Corbitt of Greenville, SC: Four  brothers, Jessie James ,Richard and Leroy Staley all of  Denmark, SC and  Gene Staley of Greenville, SC Visitation: Saturday from 1:00 - 5:00 pm at the Heritage Chapel of Upstate Family Funeral Service of Greenville Funeral: Sunday 3:00 pm in the chapel Services are entrusted to Upstate Family Funeral Service, Greenville   

 Tommie Lee Baker of 201 S. Memminger St. died June 28, 2018 at his residence. Surviving one daughter Tonya Baker one son Lamar Baker both of Greenville, SC: two sisters, Angelina Baker of Georgia and Diana Baker of Mauldin ,SC : Four brothers, Carl Lee Baker of Michigan, Willie Dwight, Samuel Bernard and James D. Baker all of Mauldin/ Upstate Family Funeral Services-Greenville 

  AMANDA L. COOPER  daughter of  Terri Cooper and Earnest Suber died Sunday July 1, 2018 at her residence in addition to her parents are two sons: Yoshua'r Cooper-Wright and Genesis Isaiah Cooper both of the home: two step-brothers, Shermans Vernon of Taylors, SC and Chadvis Vernon of Greer, SC; A special companion Tyrone Grady of Taylors, SC; Paternal grandparents; Millie Suber & Charlie Drummond
Visitation: Saturday 2:00 3:30   Cedar Grove Baptist Church, Greer  Funeral 3:30 pm at the church Burial: Cedar Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. 

 Mr. John W. Valentine formerly of Taylors, SC died June 20,2018 in San Diego, California.
Surviving are a daughter; Kelly Elmore of San Diego, California; two sisters, Sarah Valentine and Millie Valentine-Carson both of Taylors, SC; one brother, Donnie Valentine of Greenville, SC ; a host of other relatives and friends 

 William D. Cox, 84, died May 28, 2018 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. He was a member of Mt. Nebo Baptist Church in Pickens, SC. He was a United States Army Veteran and former employee of Homer Styles Construction. William leaves to cherish his memories 8 children; 4 daughters: Jannie (Shelby) Spearman, Susan (Greg) Hewins, Lurie Duck, Cleopatra Foster and 4 sons: William Cox, Henry Duck, Robert (Mary Rose) Duck, Blake (Ethel) Duck. 

 Gloria Shankle Symonette, 65, of 420 Coral Creek Way died May 16, 2018. She was a daughter of Hazel Shankle and Late Hoyle Shankle. She was in U.S. Air Force. Gloria leaves to cherish her memories 4 children Rantiffeo Johnson, Hjamika Owens, Artavia Symonette, Chere Symonette; 6 grandchildren; her mother;3 siblings John Shankle, Ernestine Martin and Vernard Shankle; 

 Mary Griffin Ragin, 73, of Halton Road died May 12, 2018. Born in Portsmouth, Va. on November 14, 1944 she was the daughter of late Willie H. Griffin and Mary Randall Griffin.
Mary is survived by two daughters Alvareia E. Ragin of Greenville SC and Maheia Ragin of Portsmouth, Va.; 5 grandchildren – one Blake Sawyer of Greenville, SC; 5 great grandchildren; 

 Master De mari A’mir Miracle Griffin, 6 months old, went to be with Lord on April 6, 2018. He was born September 20, 2017 in Charleston, South Carolina to Sequoia Monae Glover and Brennen D’Michael Griffin.
Demari leaves to cherish his memories, his parents; one brother, Anthony Griffin; Maternal Grandparents, Sonya (Richard) Cline; paternal grandfather, Terrance Glover Sr.; paternal grandmother ,Kimberly Murray Griffin; maternal great-grandparents, Miriam(Charles) Freeman and Jerry Carson; paternal great-grandparents, Trina (Arthur) Rice and Johnny (Jennifer) Nesbit ; two uncles, Terrance Glover, Jr. and Bryton Griffin; four aunts, Rickhyah Cline, Amber(Lopez Lawrence) Gardner, Brianna Bruster, and McKayla Griffin; great-uncles, Pete Carson and Thomas Griffin, Jr.; great-aunts, Kenya Thomas, Libya Thomas, Jada Shaw, Kimberly Freeman, Tonya Glenn, Evelyn Griffin, Ann Glover, Auzenas Jeter, and Articka Rice; and also a host of cousin and other relatives. 

​Faye Tyrann Grant-Johnson was born on December 21, 1955 to late and Bernice Grant of Greer, SC.  She grew up in Enid, OK, where she attended Enid High School and Autry Vocational Center in the Medical Field, and was on the honor roll throughout her studies.
Faye worked for 25 years for the state of Oklahoma at Norris in the healthcare profession working with the mentally disable.  She also received a Perfect Attendance award for 25 years of dedication and retired in 1993. She married the love of her life, Michael E. Johnson, and shortly thereafter became the best mother she could be to Kirsten.  Her heart was overwhelmed with joy when she became Kinzhasa’s “Nana.”  Her pride and joy was her great-grandson, Jahmir.  She enjoyed being with him every day and watching him grow. She attended First Missionary Baptist church, Rev. Baldwin, St. Matthew Full Gospel, Elder Henderson, Community Missionary Baptist church Rev. Gatewood, SC, and Grayson Missionary Baptist Church, OK, where she sang in the choir.  She loved music, crocheting, shopping, cooking, and word finds puzzles.
Faye departed this life on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 in Spartanburg SC. Her brothers, Thomas Grant and Darnell Grant, preceded her in death. Cherishing her memories are the survivors, both parents, Faye and Bernice Grant of Taylors, SC; one daughter, Kirsten Johnson; one granddaughter, Kinzhasa Johnson; one great-grandson, Jahmir Samuels; former husband, Michael Johnson, Lawton, OK; three sisters, Avis (Grant) of Morgantown, NC, Esther Frost of Eucid, OH, Hester Williams of Garfield HTS, OH; one brother, Clearance Grant of Taylors, SC, and one half-brother, Charles Wright of Spartanburg, SC,  many nieces and nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Donald Philandous Kanard was born to Donald McDowell and Elaine Kanard on September 13, 1974 in Greenville, South Carolina. He entered into eternal rest on February 11, 2018. Donald P. Kanard attended Carolina High School where he was known for his talent on the football field. He later worked as a forklift driver at Columbia Farms in Greenville SC. He was preceded in death by his brother, Lee Kanard, and step-father, Benny Lee Smith.
He leaves to cherish many fond and loving memories, his wife, Jolean Kanard and a special friend Crystal McGreen; children, Brandon Kanard, Jniya Kanard; father, Donald McDowell; mother, Elaine Kanard; sisters, Jereeka Kanard Thompson (Oscar) of Greenville, SC, Melanie Smith of Atlanta, GA, Cassandra Poole of Greenville, SC; and brothers, Benny (Delacy) Smith Jr. of Charlotte, NC , James (Tina) Smith of Atlanta, GA, Eric Poole of Greenville, SC; a special aunt, Gloria Jean Kanard of Greenville, SC; special friends, Michael Heyward and Bobby Joe Knox, both of Greenville, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives and friends.

Deaconess Edell P. Brown departed this life Wednesday February, 7, 2018 at the Open Heart Hospice Home in Simpsonville, SC. She was born September 14, 1926 in Greenville County Hospital to the late Owen and Addie L. Collier Perkins. Educated in the Greenville County School system and attended Sullivan Street Elementary, Union Middle and Sterling High School class of 1944.
Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by a brother James Perkins and sister Addie Rozell Perkins.
Upon graduation she moved to New York where she she met her husband the late Deacon Bennie Brown. They were married for almost 53 years before his death in January 2005.
Deaconess Brown was a faithful member Great Mount Calvary Baptist Church, serving as one of the churches oldest deaconess and Adult Sunday School Teacher for over 20 years until her health declined.
She leaves to behind many fond memories to be cherished by her daughter Minister Annzell D. ( Calvin) Johnson; a grandaughter Nikesha A. Williams; great-grandson Jalen M. Williams; great grandaughter Amaiya J. Williams; a God daughter Brenda C. Henderson and God son Harry Chancellor all of Greenville SC; and a host of relatives and friends.

 Marian Celestine Walker – Richardson “Ms. Tine” the daughter of Mr. Leonard and Ellen Walker, born on January 8, 1952 in Liberty, South Carolina. Marian was a student at Clearview High School in Easley, South Carolina and resigned from Hardee’s in Greenville, South Carolina. In 2017, she became part of the New Beginnings Methodist Church family.
She had a deep love for others, especially children. Marian was always ready to lend a helping hand. On Saturday, February 3, 2018, she entered into eternal rest; while a resident at the McCall Hospice House in Simpsonville, South Carolina.
Marian (Ms.Tine) was proceeded in death by her husband, David Richardson II; brother, Jerry Walker and step-daughter, Lisa Richardson. Marian “Ms. Tine” leaves to cherish fond memories a daughter, Sheila Thompson of the home; two sons, Tim Walker of Greenville, SC and Hunter (Amanda) Pelzer of Greenville, SC; a brother, Wayne (Joyce) Walker of New Haven, CT. She also leaves her sister-in-law, Shirley Brown of Mauldin, SC. Ms. Tine leaves twelve grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and a host of nephews, nieces, family and friends.

Raymond Fields Jr. better known as June Fields died on January 29, 2018. Born in Spartanburg County on May 7, 1930 to late Raymond Gilliam and Mae Mills Fields. He attended New Hope School and joined New Hope Baptist Church at an early age. He was a skilled mechanic. He was preceded in death by his parents , one daughter Shirley Drummond; his step-father John Henry Fields; two brothers Roy Fields and Boyce Gilliam; one sister Claudine Drummond: girlfriend Marie Williams; a granddaughter Sheila Grayson; a grandson Johnny Ray Williams and a great grandson Donald Ray" Bull" Gilliam;He leaves to cherish his memories one daughter Rev. Patricia Faye( Bobby) Martin: a step daughter Dorothy "Dot" Grayson; a special great grandson Rodney Gilliam reared in the home; a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Viewing will be Wednesday February 7, 2018 1-5pm. Funeral services will be Thursday February 8, 2018 2:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral services, Greer.

David Anderson, Sr. entered eternal rest on Friday, January 26, 2018.  He was born on May 13, 1951 in Travelers Rest to the late Carl and Carrie Anderson, Sr.  David was a caring husband, father, brother, and friend.  He leaves behind countless memories.
David was a member of Mountain Grove Missionary Baptist Church.  He was a hard worker and a strong craftsman employed by Red Arrow for many years, and with the Hawkins until his declining health.
David was a fun-loving man.  He brought a special light to those who knew him best, and loved to make everyone around him laugh with his stories. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Carl Anderson, Jr. and James Arthur Anderson; and a sister, Melissa Floyd.
David is survived by his wife of 47 years, Rachel Anderson; one daughter, Charlene Anderson of Greenville, SC; three sons, David (Tameka) Anderson Jr. of Anderson, SC, Daryl and Michael Anderson, both of Greenville, SC; 13 grandchildren; one brother, Lawrence Anderson of Greenville, SC; three sisters, Linda Lou Brooks and Elizabeth Workman, both of Travelers Rest, SC, and Margaret (Michael) Young of Greenville, SC; one brother-in-law, Johnny Floyd of Greenville, SC; one sister-in-law, Ida Anderson of Travelers Rest, SC; along with a host of relatives and friends. Funeral Services where held be Friday, Feb 2,  2018 at  2:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Chapel Greenville.

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​Thomas Calvin Johnson was born in Laurens County, South Carolina on September 26, 1933, and departed this life on January 23, 2018 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.  He was the son of the late James Johnson and Alice Davis Johnson.  He was predeceased by one son, Lancey Cobb; four brothers, Booker T. Johnson, James Henry Johnson, Bobby Johnson, and Shelley Johnson; two sisters, Gladys Johnson Carter and Eugenia Johnson Martin; one granddaughter; and three grandsons. At an early age, he became a member of the New Bethlehem Baptist Church of Princeton, South Carolina. He was a retired employee of Clemson University.
He was survived by one brother, John (Sheila) Johnson; extended family, Larry (Debra) Cobb, Gloria (James) Smith, Cheryl (Joe) Campbell, Lena (Pat) Roberts, Thomas (Cynthia) Cobb, Vincent Cobb; one sister-in-law, Evelena Strawder; six grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends 

The blessed life of Mozana Clinkscales began on December 7, 1926, and ended 91 years later, on January 9, 2018.  She was born as the fifth daughter to the late Rev. Elbert and Estella Patterson of McCormick, SC.  She is preceded in death by two brothers, Charlies and Bobbie Joe Patterson; five sisters, Evelyn McCullough, Annie Ruth Belcher, Marion Sullivan, Virginia Washington, and Alberta Smalley.  She is also preceded in death by her husband, Milton Clinkscales; one son, Larry Clinkscales; one daughter, Carolyn Workman.

Along with her husband, she lovingly raised seven children.  She created a home that was warm and nurturing, where everyone was respected and welcomed.  She was a kind and loving mother.  Her life goal was to please God.  Mozana was a member of Refuge Temple Church in Greenville, SC.  Mozana was a woman of strength, wisdom, and great humility.  She accepted Christ at an early age.  Her love for God, family, and her fellowman could be observed in her daily Christian walk.  She can always be quoted as saying, “Love each other and trust God.”

Her memory will be cherished by her two sisters, Lafrita Ashley and Connie Patterson, both of Augusta, GA; three sons, Bobby (Clara) Clinkscales, Aundra (Delores) Clinkscales, both of Greenville, SC, and Charlie (Gloria) Clinkscales of Mauldin, SC; two daughters, Annie Ruth Abraham and Mozana Johnson both of Greenville, SC; eldest grandchild, Rugina Taylor, raised in the home; fourteen grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and a host of nephews, nieces and other relatives and friends who were blessed to know her.

​Funeral services were held Monday January 15, 2018 1pm at Refuge Temple Church. With burial in the Greenville Memorial Gardens. ​

 ​Faye Tyrann Grant-Johnson was born on December 21, 1955 to late and Bernice Grant of Greer, SC.  She grew up in Enid, OK, where she attended Enid High School and Autry Vocational Center in the Medical Field, and was on the honor roll throughout her studies.
Faye worked for 25 years for the state of Oklahoma at Norris in the healthcare profession working with the mentally disable.  She also received a Perfect Attendance award for 25 years of dedication and retired in 1993. She married the love of her life, Michael E. Johnson, and shortly thereafter became the best mother she could be to Kirsten.  Her heart was overwhelmed with joy when she became Kinzhasa’s “Nana.”  Her pride and joy was her great-grandson, Jahmir.  She enjoyed being with him every day and watching him grow. She attended First Missionary Baptist church, Rev. Baldwin, St. Matthew Full Gospel, Elder Henderson, Community Missionary Baptist church Rev. Gatewood, SC, and Grayson Missionary Baptist Church, OK, where she sang in the choir.  She loved music, crocheting, shopping, cooking, and word finds puzzles.
Faye departed this life on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 in Spartanburg SC. Her brothers, Thomas Grant and Darnell Grant, preceded her in death. Cherishing her memories are the survivors, both parents, Faye and Bernice Grant of Taylors, SC; one daughter, Kirsten Johnson; one granddaughter, Kinzhasa Johnson; one great-grandson, Jahmir Samuels; former husband, Michael Johnson, Lawton, OK; three sisters, Avis (Grant) of Morgantown, NC, Esther Frost of Eucid, OH, Hester Williams of Garfield HTS, OH; one brother, Clearance Grant of Taylors, SC, and one half-brother, Charles Wright of Spartanburg, SC,  many nieces and nephews, and other relatives and friends. 

​Johnny “Higg” Nathaniel Higgins was born October 19, 1960 in Greer, SC.  He passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2018.  He is now resting in everlasting peace. Johnny Nathaniel Higgins was the son of late Mattie Lou Higgins and late Robert Lee Higgins. Johnny is survived by six siblings, three sisters, Alonda Higgins, Tarra Miller, and Sharon Higgins, all of Greer, SC; three brothers, Lee Monthe Higgins of Reidville, SC, Michael Higgins of Inman, SC, and Emmaline Higgins of Greer, SC. He is preceded in death by nephew, Devery Glenn.
The circle of mourners also includes nieces, Destiny, Tolana, Solana, Ola Yentl, Condell, Porchia Smith, Tarra Hayes, and Jalisa Sullivan; and three nephews, Lecorbus, Janay, and Joshua Higgins;; seven great-nieces, seven great-nephews, and friend of family, Mickey Martin. 

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​Mrs. Lois Davis Dawkins, wife of the late Mr. John H. Dawkins and daughter of the late Mrs. Brawdus and Carrie Davis, was born in Fairfield, SC on March 17, 1934.  On Monday, January 1, 2018, the sweet chariot of God swung low to carry her home.
Lois was a member of Enoree Fork Baptist Church for over 60 years, and served faithfully when duty called.  As a wife, mother, and grandmother, family, next to God, was her Most Valuable Asset.  She was a well-known and loved person, a good neighbor, friend, and inspiration to everyone who came into contact with her.  Mrs. Lois Dawkins made a lasting impression on everyone and will be deeply missed.
She was preceded in death by three sisters and five brothers.
She will be remembered lovingly by her children, Mrs. Jeannette D Posey of Greenville, SC, Mr. Michael Dawkins of Greenville, SC, Mr. Steve Dawkins of Simpsonville, SC, Miss Yvonne Dawkins of Greenville, SC, and Mr. and Mrs. Roddney and Carolyn Duck of Mauldin, SC; fourteen grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; sister, Mrs. Rose Lee Dawkins of Taylors, SC; Brother-in-laws, Mr. Wayon Dawkins and Mr. William Dawkins, both of Greer, SC; a special friend, Mrs. Janie Thomas; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives.