2023 Obituaries

Franklin Delano Greer, Sr.

Franklin Delano Greer, Sr., son of the late Reverend Leroy Greer and Nellie Goldsmith Greer, was born on November 20, 1940 in Taylors, South Carolina. On June 3, 2023 he departed this life at his residence in Taylors, SC.

Franklin was a lifelong member of Jubilee Baptist Church, where he was a Trustee and on the Usher Board. He was bapti

Franklin was a lifelong member of Jubilee Baptist Church, where he was a Trustee and on the Usher Board. He was baptized in 1947 in the Enoree River. Franklin was educated in Greenville County, where he graduated from Lincoln High School in 1958 and played the trumpet in the band. At the age of 10 he joined 4H and Boy Scout Troup #140. He made the local paper after winning an award for raising the best chicken.

Franklin was very passionate about his family history and passed on the importance of love and Knowledge of our family. Knowing family history is very important in keeping the knowledge through out every generation and to always keep it in our hearts and to gather at family reunions and grow in love with one another He was a man of many talents which included fixing cars, plumbing, carpentry, farming, land scaping, often called on by family, neighbors and friends for help. Frank retired from Associated Packing in Greer, SC with over 15 years of service.

Loving memories will continue to live on in the hearts of those left to cherish his memories. This includes his children; Audrey (James) Kelch, Franklin Greer, Jr. Lavette Evans, Valerie Greer, and Monica Leonard; siblings: Charles (Barbara) Greer and Henry (Martha) Greer; grandchildren: Brandy (Johnny) Howard, Jermaine Greer, Octavia Amanda Allen, Robert Marcus Allen, Katrina McGee, Danica Greer, Franklin (Tery) Greer III, Latyanna Black, Fabyon Greer, Makaila Greer, Onika Greer, Lavar Evans, Chryslyn Jones, Damien Leonard, and Jasmaine Leonard; great grandchildren; and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his sisters, Jacqueline Greer and Mattie Butler, brother Daniel Greer, and grandchildren, Priska Greer and James Kelch, Jr, and his pet cat Tiger.

Memorial Services will be held on Thursday June 8, 2023 at Jubilee Baptist Church located at 525 Old Rutherford Rd in Taylors, SC at 2pm

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Alvin Mills

Franklin Delano Greer, Sr.

Alvin Mills of Greenville pasted away on May 13, 2023 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents Douglas Mills & Ella Mae Mills.

He is survived by loving wife Willie Ruth Mills. His Children; Kendrick Yeargin; Eric Yeargin; Alvin Yeargin; Ella Yeargin Grand Children; Christopher Yeargin; Jerimiah Yeargin. Brothers; Roberts Mil

Alvin Mills of Greenville pasted away on May 13, 2023 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents Douglas Mills & Ella Mae Mills.

He is survived by loving wife Willie Ruth Mills. His Children; Kendrick Yeargin; Eric Yeargin; Alvin Yeargin; Ella Yeargin Grand Children; Christopher Yeargin; Jerimiah Yeargin. Brothers; Roberts Mills and Charles Mills. Sisters; Barbara Mills; Mary Mills; Betty Robinson; Carolyn Weaver; Rober Mills and Charles Mills

Funeral services will be held on Saturday May 20, 2023 at noon in the Upstate Family Funeral Services Greenville Chapel. Public View will be on Friday May 19, 2023 from Noon until 5pm

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Johnny A. Burton

Franklin Delano Greer, Sr.

Johnny A. Burton

Mr. Johnny A. Burton of 251 HAMMETT STORE RD LYMAN SC entered into his Heavenly Home on Monday May 15, 2023. John was born in Greenville County on June 14, 1946. He was preceded in death by his parents John Burton and Viola Thompson and sister Viola Woodruff. He was a very kind spirited man. John attended Florence Chapel High School in Spartanburg County. He loved playing softball and fishing. Mr. Burton was a South Carolina Gamecock fan and was a big Carolina Panther football fan. Johnny worshipped at Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church in Wellford, SC.

He is survived by his loving wife. Mrs. Lula McMorris Bruton. Daughters; Vickie Jones(Alfred) of Boling Springs, SC; Sandra Burton and Margaret Burton both of Spartanburg, SC . Sons; Jimmy Burton(Janice) of Lyman, SC

and Alexander Burton of Spartanburg, SC. Grand Children; Brian McMorris of the home in Lyman, SC; Prometheus Jones: Twyonia Burton; Jimyarcus Burton; Jada Burton. Four Great Grand Childern; Brianna Lowery; Tanijah Samuel; Tariyah Samuel and Aunt Bobbie Woodruff.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday May 20, 2023 at noon in the Upstate Family Funeral Services Greer Chapel. Public View will be on Friday May 19, 2023 from Noon until 5pm. The family is at 271 Hammett Store Rd Lyman, SC

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2023 Obituaries

James Kershaw

Shannon Dean Smith

David Gambrell

James Kershaw, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great

grandfather passed away on May 3, 2023, at the age of 74. Born on

February 13, 1949, in Wellford, South Carolina, James was the son

of Mattie Bruton Kershaw and Perry Kershaw. He grew up in

Wellford and attended high school at Florence Chapel, where he

graduated in 1966. Shortly

James Kershaw, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great

grandfather passed away on May 3, 2023, at the age of 74. Born on

February 13, 1949, in Wellford, South Carolina, James was the son

of Mattie Bruton Kershaw and Perry Kershaw. He grew up in

Wellford and attended high school at Florence Chapel, where he

graduated in 1966. Shortly after graduation, James joined the Air

Force and served as an Air Police Supervisor . He was dedicated to

his duties and was respected by his colleagues for his work ethic

and leadership skills.

After serving his country, James attended Business College and

earned a degree. Later in life, he went to Real Estate school and

received his real estate license. James went on to work at the

United States Post office and retired.

James married Delorise Logan on December 19, 1969, and they

had three children: James (Toot) Kershaw Jr. (Veronica), Kevin

Kershaw (Michelle) and Adeia Kershaw Brewton (Anthony). James

was a devoted husband and father who always put his family first.

He loved spending time with his children and was proud of their

accomplishments. James was a role model for his children,

teaching them the importance of hard work, honesty, and respect.

James was also a proud grandfather and great grandfather. He had

seven grandchildren: Jazmen Kershaw, Jaimie Kershaw, Lakeisha

Kershaw Chappell (Rakeem), Kayla Kershaw, Kaleb Kershaw,

Deandre Moren (Kimberly) and Jordan Brewton. James loved

spending time with his grandchildren and watching them grow. He

was also blessed with thirteen great grandchildren.

James was a kind and generous man who took care of everyone.

He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

James was loved and respected by all who knew him, and he will

be deeply missed.

Funeral Services will be held on Sunday May 7, 2023 at 2pm in the Upstate Family Funeral Service Greer Chapel. Public viewing will be held on Saturday May 6, 2023 from 1:00pm to 5pm

The Family is at 109 Oak Street, Greer, SC

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David Gambrell

Shannon Dean Smith

David Gambrell

David Gambrell of 2702 Old Easley Bridge Road, passed away on April 16, 2023 at St. Francis Downtown after an extended illness. He is the son of the late David Gambrell and Carrie Floyd Gambrell. He is survived by five sisters; Geraldine Floyd, Audrey Gambrell, Gloria Gambrell, Kathy Gambrell, and Kim Gambrell , Two brothers ; Jerry Floyd and Danny Gambrell, and a special aunt Agnus Glenn. He is predeceased by one sister, Palee Burton. Services for Mr. Gambrell will be held 2pm Saturday April 22 at The Upstate Funeral Services Greenville chapel located at 506 Arlington Avenue. Burial following the service at The Brown Eternal Gardens in Greer.

The Family is at 363 Gower Street in Greenville, SC.

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Shannon Dean Smith

Shannon Dean Smith was born on June 13, 1973 and was the son of Robert Dean Smith and Kathy Hendrix Hind. Shannon passed away on April 7, 2023. He was preceded in death by grandparents; Robert Smith Buddy Hendrix and Eulalia Hendrix.

Shannon began working with his uncle, Jerry Hendrix about the age of 14 learning the HVAC trade. He has w

Shannon began working with his uncle, Jerry Hendrix about the age of 14 learning the HVAC trade. He has worked at this his entire life. Shannon graduated from Greer High School in 1991. He loved playing golf, softball, fishing and racing.

He leaves to cherish his memories, His parents Robert Dean Smith (Kathy) and Kathy Hendrix Hind

Daughter Sophia Smith and son Maxwell Smith. One grandparent Ruth Smith. He also leaves his brothers; Shawn Smith and Chad Bagwell and Sister Kelsey Hind. Step siblings Sammie Hunter and Jerry Hunter.

The funeral services will take place on Monday April 10, 2023 at 3pm. The service will be held at People’s Baptist Church located at 310 Victor Ave, Greer, SC. The family will receive friends at the Church starting at 2pm. Burial will take place at Woods Memorial Park located at 863 Gap Creek Rd, Greer, SC

Pallbearers will be Brent Clark, Max Hightower, Travis Knight, David McCarter, Zak Pitman and Brent Thomason

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2023 Obituaries

Wayne Davis

Lawrence Blackmon Jr.

Lee Anthony Jones

Wayne Davis of 209 Berea Forest Circle passed away March 31, 2023 at McCall Hospice House. He was born on June 3, 1955. He was the son of the late Carl and Hazel Joel Davis. Wayne was a graduate of Park High School in Greenville. He is survived by his daughter Sheneka Tennille Davis. Son Eric Dewayne Davis of Easley, SC. Two sisters T

The family will hold a memorial service on Saturday, April 8, 2023 at 1pm in the Upstate Family Funeral Service Greenville Chapel located a 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville, SC. Interment will be held privately with the family

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Lee Anthony Jones

Lawrence Blackmon Jr.

Lee Anthony Jones

Lee Anthony Jones passed away on March 28th at Prisma Health Greenville. He was the son of the late T. J. Foster and Clara Jones Williams. In addition to his mother, He is survived by his wife Juanita Jones, daughter Alizae Cantrell; Sister Sharon Dodd; aunts; Betty Fowler; Juania Miller; Margie Foster; Brenda Foster and Lucille Foster;

Funeral Services will be Monday April 3, 2023 at 2:00pm in the Upstate Family Funeral Service Greer Chapel.

Viewing will take place on Sunday April 2, 2023 from 1pm til 5pm

At the Greer Upstate family funeral services chapel.

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Lawrence Blackmon Jr.

Lawrence Blackmon Jr, of 4 Maggie Street Greenville passed away March 27, 2023 at his residence. He is the son of the late Lawrence Blackmon and Annie Kinard Blackmon. Survivors in addition to his mother are 3 sons:; Labrandon Blackmon(Kayla}, Devin Robinson, and Cameron Isiah Blackmon; one brother Timothy L. Blackmon (Julianna); one sister, Audria Massey(Kenneth); Grandson Elijah Blackmon; Stepson Braylin Bloise, and a host of other relatives and friends. Services will be Sunday April 2nd at 2pm at Flat Rock Baptist Church.

Viewing will be Saturday April 1st from 1pm til 5pm at Upstate Family Funeral Service Greenville Chapel.

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James SPOON Weatherspoon

James SPOON Weatherspoon was born on November 11, 1954 In Spartanburg South Carolina to Carrie L Jones and Charles Weatherspoon.-James SPOON Weatherspoon finished his journey peacefully on March 9, 2023 at the age of 68
James is survived by one sister Mary Dobbins of Greer South Carolina and two brothers Earl Jones of Lyman South Carolina And Jessie Jones of Greer South Carolina. James is preceded in death by his mother Carrie L Jones, three sisters Charlene Weatherspoon, Deborah Ann Weatherspoon, Eloise Weatherspoon, and two brothers Frankie Jones and Charles Weatherspoon. Although James didn't have any Children, he help raise some and leave behind 5 niece, 3 nephews, 26 Greats and 47 great- greats niece and nephews.

Funeral Services will be on Saturday March 18, 2023 at 3pm in the Greer Upstate Funeral Service chapel

Patricia Ann Fielder

Patricia Ann Fielder was born on August 8 1949 ot the late Emmus and Hazel Williams Mitchell. She passed away on March 6 2023 at Prisma Memorial Hospital in Greer after an extended illness.

Patricia loved her family and her church and dedicated her life to both.

She is predeceased by her husband Tommy Collins Fielder.

Patricia leaves to cherish precious memories, her daughter, Mary Ann Fielder of Greer; three brothers, Billy Mitchell(Ann), Freddie Mitchell, and Melvin Mitchell all of Greer; one sister Carolyn McMahan(JT) of Greer; five grandchildren, Dominique Fielder, Lavisha Fielder, Terray Fielder, Shaquoan Fielder, and Atavius Cossel; one aunt Shirley Williams; and a host of great-grandchildren; niece; and nephews.

Funeral Services will take place on Wednesday March 15, 2023 at Cedar Grove Baptist Church in Greer, SC on Elmer Street during the afternoon at 3pm.

Public viewing will take place at Upstate Family Funeral Services Greer location on Tuesday March 14, 2023 from 12:00 noon until 5pm

Richard Lee White

Richard Lee White of 608 Crestwood Forest Drive passed away on February 13, 2023 at his home. He was born on September 23, 1958 to the late John L White and Flora Beth White. Richard graduated from Travelers Rest High School. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was a talented mechanic and loved to work on cars. He love to watch football and teasing his sisters about the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was not a Steeler fan. he was a Miami Dolphin fan. During his journey in life he met Marian Ann Nedwards who was a very special friend. Richard was a good brother.

He leaves to cherish his memories four sisters; Doris A. Cureton of Greenville; Shurba J. White of Greenville; Linda J. Sullivan of Greenville and Lisa Hampton of Greenville. One brother; James S. White of Greenville.

The Family will hold a memorial service on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at 2pm in the Upstate Family Funeral Services Greenville Chapel located at 505 Arlington Ave Greenville, SC

Pamela Michelle Woodruff

211 Austin Street Apt 8 Greer passed away on February 12, 2023 at Spartanburg Medical Center. She was predeceased in death by her parents, Father Jessie James Woodruff and Margaret Dodd Woodruff. She leaves to cherish her memories three wonderful children. They are Montravius Lewis(Brittany) of Taylors; Tiyante Lewis and Tyvario Lewis both of Greer. Two brothers: James Woodruff (Rena) of Mauldin; David Calhoun of Greer. Three sisters; Margaret Woodruff(Troy Foster) of Greer; Darlene Gregory of Greer and Patricia Calhoun of Greer.

Funeral service will take place on Saturday February 18, 2023 at 1pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services Greer Chapel located in Greer, SC

Public viewing will be held on Friday February 17, 2023 from 1pm til 5pm

Donna Burnette Picket

Donna Burnette Pickett was born October 6, 1964 in Greenville County South Carolina, to Douglas Pickett and the late Joyce Jackson Pickett. She passed away on February 08, 2023 at Prisma Heath Greer Memorial Hospital. Donna was a graduate of Greer High School, class of 1982. She was a caregiver and private sitter. She responded immediately with genuine love in action for anyone in need. Despite what she had on her plate, Donna’s infectious personality kept everyone laughing. She was an encourager who exuded love and saw people for who they were. Donna was preceded in death by her mother and maternal grandmother, Doris Jackson. Those left to cherish heartfelt memories are her loving daughters: Mrs. Yolanda (Travis) Whiteside, Greer, SC, and Ms. Jatari Pickett of Warren, OH; three grandchildren: Jadynce Whiteside, Greer, SC, Ar’mijaa Pickett and Travias Terry, Jr. of Warren, OH; father: Douglas Pickett, Greer, SC; five devoted brothers: Ricky (Margie) Pickett and Patrick Pickett of Greer, SC, Douglas (Debra) Pickett of Warren, OH, Jasper Pickett and Lee Pickett of Cincinnati, OH; two uncles: Willie Dawson Jackson and Johnny (Shirley) Jackson, of Greer, SC; five aunts: Stella Jackson, Sheila Jackson, and Jeannie (James, Jr) Smith of Greer, SC, and Tammy Jackson and Tracey (Dre) Suber of Greenville, SC; a host of dear nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral Services will take place on Monday February 13, 2023 at 3pm in the Historic Calvary Missionary Baptist Church located at 108 Forest St, Greer SC. Burial will take place at Needmore Cemetery in Greer

Public View will take on Sunday February 12, 2023 from 1pm until 4pm at Upstate Family Funeral Service Greer.

Jessica L. Williams born on February 21, 1987 to loving parents Father Bobby Joe Anderson and Mother Angeline Anderson. She passed away on February 05, 2023 at Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital. Jessica was a very spirited young lady and often brought joy into everyone’s heart. She was one of a kind, very smart, happy and had a deep love for the Lord. She often enjoyed singing, playing basketball and tennis. She also was particularly fond of watching cartoons and one of the funniest televisions shows "Good Times." One unique thing that we remember is that she loved the color pink. Jessica always enjoyed eating hamburger helper and hamburgers. She also enjoyed singing on the church choir. One of her favorite songs was a testimony written by Rodnie Bryant. We know this angel is now in the presence of
Our Father who is in heaven. She leaves to cherish her memories are her Parents. Two brothers: Bobby Joe Williams Jr of Greenville and Bobby Joe Anderson lll of Taylors. Grandparents Ida Ruth Anderson of Taylors and Eugene Snoddy of Taylors. Aunt Betty Davis of Greenville. Uncle Jerry Davis of Taylors. She also leaves a host of family and friends that will always remember her wonderful smile.

The Family is at 1900 Boiling Rd Taylors, SC Apt12A

The funeral service will held on Friday 2-10-2023 at 3pm in the Greer Chapel of Upstate Family Funeral Service. The burial will be in Brown Eternal Gardens. Public viewing will be Thursday from 1pm to 5pm .

Michael “Coldheart “Sullivan

Michael “Coldheart “Sullivan was born on December 18, 1957 in Greenville, SC. He passed on Thursday January 12, 2023 in his home at the age of sixth-five.
He was preceded in death by his mother Betty Sullivan. He leaves lots of fond memories. He was particularly fond of his dog.
Surviving his legacy is his father; Frank White, one uncle Lewis Sullivan, daughter; Angle(Lamont)White, grandchildren; Zion and Jerome White. A loving and devoted friend Gloria Johnson; Three sisters; Yvette Tompkins, Wanda Anderson and Francina McMillian, Three brothers; Brain Sullivan, Alvin Sullivan and Stanley(Gloria) Dixon all of Greenville, SC. He also leaves to cherish his memories a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Special Thanks to Ms. Jessica Lamont Allen

Funeral services will be held Sunday January 22, 2023 at Cedar Lane Baptist Church
203 Marion Street, Greenville, SC
Burial Brown Eternal Gardens
248 Elmer Street
Greer, SC
Public viewing
Saturday January 21, 2023
From 1pm til 5pm
Upstate Family Funeral Service Greenville Chapel

Brian Patrick Murphy

Brian Patrick Murphy of Greenville, SC passed January 10, 2023, at Prisma Health Care Center in Greenville. He was preceded in death by parents William Murphy Sr and Olive White Murphy and his wife Evelyn Murphy.

Brian was originally from Westbury, New York. He was educated in the New York State Public School system. He was a Clemson University Football fan and a die hard New York Giants fan. He collected memorabilia from the Giants. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his grandkids. He was no stranger to the kitchen and enjoyed cooking. One of his favorite bands from the 80s was Twisted Sister. He really enjoyed their music.

During the twilight of his life, His two daughters: Shannon McDaniel of Greenville; Erin McCarter (Brandon) of Greer were his caregivers. They were faithful to their father and loved him deeply. He is also survived by brother William Murphy Jr. (Kathy) from Farmingville, New York. grandchildren Alyssa McDaniel, Gavin McDaniel, Aiden McDaniel, Alexis Allen, Alana McCarter and Mayson McCarter. one niece Casey Murphy and nephew Ryan Murphy.

The Family will host friends on Saturday January 14, 2023, at 203 Rockmont Road in Greenville, South Carolina at 1pm.

January 5, 2023.

Randall Edward Palmer

Randall Edward Palmer of 108 Cannon Avenue Greer passed away on Thursday January 5, 2023. Services are Friday January 13, 2023 at 11:00am The service will be held at Upstate Family Funeral Services Greer Chapel with burial in the Brown Eternal Gardens. He is the son of the late Quentin Edward Palmer and Frances Pearl Palmer. He was a native of Knox County Tennessee.

He Graduated Gardner Webb University 1974 with a (BA) and
then further his education at University of South Carolina School of Law. In 1978 he earned the Juris Doctor of law (J. D.)

Survivors include one daughter Keri Reece(Bryan) of Woodruff, two sons, Johnathan Palmer and Franklin Palmer both of Greer, one sister Phyllis Reynolds(Ron) of Greer and three grandchildren, Emily and Benjamin Reece,

Gavin McCall.

In leu of flowers memorials may be made to :
Alzheimer’s Association of Greenville

Baby Girl Nevaeh Rice

Baby Girl Nevaeh Rice passed away January 4, 2023. She is the daughter of Greg Rice and Lauren Kramer.

She was predeceasd in death by grandparents LJ Rice, Henrieta Pitts, and Kenneth Benson.

In addition to her parents, She is survived by one brother ; Andrew Martinez, grandparents: David and Martha Kramer; great grandmother Dorothy Benson two uncles, Devren Field and Ryan Kramer; three aunts, Marnie Rice, Dyan Jennings and Kristin Kramer; cousins Ja’Kwane, Ke’Untae and Malakie Townsend, Krys and Bronwyn West, Jordan and Kayden Hood, Cheyenne Hartin and Haley, Colton and Carter Kramer.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday January 18, 2023 at 3:00pm at Mountain View Memorial Park Travelers Rest.

2022 Obituaries

Rodney Byrd

Reese Griffin Jr.

David Smith Jr.

Rodney Byrd, 57, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2022 at Spartanburg Regional Hospice House.

Funeral Arrangements are complete

David Smith Jr.

Reese Griffin Jr.

David Smith Jr.

David Smith Jr, 33, of 1008 Whitehorse Road Greenville, South Carolina passed away on Thursday July 28, 2022

Funeral Arrangements are complete

Reese Griffin Jr.

Reece Griffin Jr of 209 Springs Street Greer, SC passed away on July 18, 2022 at Upstate Community Hospice House in Landrum, SC

He leaves to cherish loving memories, his children: Emmanuel (Rose) Griffin, Wayne (Dalisa) Griffin, Ronald (Gloria) Griffin, Beverly Griffin Hackett, Valerie (Stanley) Burnette, Debra (Timothy) Mansell, Reggie (Kim) Griffin and Reverend Calvin (Alzine) Smith. Also mourning are a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, former caregivers, other relatives and many friends.

Viewing Friday, July 22,2022 from 1:00pm - 5:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services 502 Hampton Rd, Greer, SC

Funeral: Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 2:00pm at New Salem Baptist Church, 2916 Highway 414, Tigerville, SC

Burial: New Salem Baptist Church Cemetery

REPAST: Needmore Recreational Center, 202 Canteen Ave. Greer, SC 29650

Annie Byrd

Mary Darlene Grady Sitton

Reese Griffin Jr.

Annie Byrd of 730 Draymont Drive Spartanburg, SC passed away on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at Spartanburg Medical Center.

Viewing: Monday, July 18, 2022 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services 502 Hampton Rd., Greer, SC

Funeral: Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 2:00pm at Central Church of Christ, 2052 N. Church Street Place, Spartanburg, SC 29303

Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens, 248 Elmer St., Greer, SC. 29651

Mary Darlene Grady Sitton

Mary Darlene Grady Sitton passed away on Thursday, June 23, 2022

Mary leaves behind to cherish fond memories, two sons, Darius Sitton, Javis Sitton; her parents, Virgina Grady Turner (the late Leepolian Turner- step father) of Greer, SC and Samuel Jackson; sisters, Teresa Grady, Jennifer Grady and Felicia Grady; uncles, Darryl (Kathy) Grady, Thomas Grady and Steve (Debra) Grady and a host of relatives and friends.

Service, Wednesday, June 29, 2022 4:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services 502 Hampton Rd. Greer, SC

Sharyon Benson

Mary Darlene Grady Sitton

Sharyon Benson passed on June 17, 2022 at Prisma Health Greenville.

Services are complete

2022 OBITUARIES

Wilie Dodd

Michael "Birdy" Burton

Kelvin Brown

Willie Dodd born to Idell McClain and Willie Dodd, Sr. on November 29, 1937 in Spartanburg County. He entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 16, 2022.

Willie resided in New York until his later years and he returned back home to Greer, South Carolina in 2005. Willie loved Thanksgiving with family and friends, living life, the New York Yankees, and the New York Giants. Willie will truly be missed by his family and friends.

Wille was preceded in death by, three sisters, Shirley Rookard, Barbara Jones, and Lerlene Miller, one brother, Tommie Alfred "School Boy" Dodd.

Those left to cherish fond memories are: 2 sisters, Dorothy (Willie T.) Cooper of Duncan, South Carolina, and Ruby (Lawrence) Williams of Greenville, South Carolina, a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, along with other relatives and friends who loved him dearly.

Kelvin Brown

Michael "Birdy" Burton

Kelvin Brown

Kelvin Brown died at his home on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 in Travelers Rest, SC

He is survived by his high school sweetheart, wife Kathy S. Brown of the home. Three beloved, devoted children, his daughter Kaleta (Eric) Brown of Huntsville, AL; two sons, Karlos (Sarina) Brown of Simpsonville, SC and Korey (Bretteny) Brown of GA; five adorable grandchildren Samaiah, Aniya, Korey Jr., Kamari and Kourtney Brown; brothers, Fudge (Elaine) Brown of Greenville, SC, Darryl (Aurelia) Brown of Spartanburg. SC and one sister Jennifer Nyoka Brown of Greenville, SC

Memorial Service, Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at 1:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services, 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville, SC 29601

Michael "Birdy" Burton

Michael Christopher Townsend

Michael “Birdy” Burton was born on September 3, 1954 to the late Ernest Burton and Bertha Burton. He departed this life on June 9, 2022.

Surviving are his wife, Kathy Hewins Burton of Piedmont, SC; his daughter, Kyah N. Burton of Piedmont, SC; one sister, Amelia A. Burton of Greenville, SC; two brothers, Albert L. Burton (Iona) of Orangeburg, SC and Freddie J. Burton of Greenville, SC; five grandchildren; two great-grand children and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Memorial Service Friday, June 17, 2022 at 1:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services, 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville, SC 29601

Michael Christopher Townsend

Michael Christopher Townsend of 4106 Vassar Dr. Greer, SC died Saturday May 28, 2022 at his residence Surviving are his wife Anne Townsend of Kill Devil, NC; his father William Townsend of Kentucky; two daughters, Zoe and Sophia Townsend of NC; two sisters Julie (Chris) Camposano of Simpsonville, SC and Jennifer King of Charlotte, NC

Services are complete

Joe V. Hunt

Michael Christopher Townsend

Martha Ann Thompson

Joe V. Hunt of Miami, Fla died Tuesday May 24, 2022.

Surviving are his Sister, Hattie Ruth Hunt Brown; Daughters, Alfredia R. Hunt, Gwendolyn L. Ingraham, Vandetta R. Thomas, Veronica Y. Hunt (Keith); son, Joe V. Hunt Jr. (Veronica V.); Grandchildren, Jonathan Hunt (Jodana), Neikole Robinson (Randall), Patrick Hunt, Monica Douglas (Ivan), Sylvester Hunt, Joe V. Hunt III, Azalee R. Hunt, Matthew Tisdole (Chakeia), Jazmin Campbell, Deja Stephens, Christopher S. Rutledge Jr.(Hannah), Cory S. Rutledge, Chaniya Rutledge, Charlotte Rutledge; Great -Grandchildren, Ethan Hunt, Phillip Hunt, Chyna Robinson, Cameron Mintz, Bryson Mintz, Matthew Tisdole II, Carmen Tisdol, God-Children, Jerrell Ferguson, Vernon Ingraham; Special friend, Enid Clarke and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and firends.

Graveside Memorial Service, Saturday, June 4, 2022 at 12:00pm at White Hall Independent Methodist Church, 130 Brown Arrow Circle, Inman, SC 29348

Martha Ann Thompson

Michael Christopher Townsend

Martha Ann Thompson

Martha Ann Thompson of 125 Lions Club Road, Greenville, SC died Sunday May 8, 2022.

Surviving are her former husband Horace Lee Ballenger, Jr. one daughter Margaret Ann Thompson of Greer, SC; three sons Scottie Lee Thompson of Marietta, SC, Jody Ray and Horace L. Thompson both of Lyman, SC; two sisters Margaret E. Feaster of Greer, SC and Judy A. Thompson of Taylors, SC; one brother Jerry Feaster of Greenville, SC

A private family gathering will be held, Sunday May 15, 2022

Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens

2022 Obituaries

Bobby Charles Willis

Ja'Tyius Daguon Grady

Bobby Charles Willis

Bobby Charles Willis of 206 Wood Drive Greer, SC died April 27, 2022 at his residence

Services are complete.

Jeanie M. Callen

Ja'Tyius Daguon Grady

Bobby Charles Willis

Jeanie M. Callen of 159 Edwards Rd. Marietta, SC died Thursday April 14, 2022

Services are complete.

Ja'Tyius Daguon Grady

Shirley Ann "Poochie" Irby

Ja'Tyius Daquon Grady of 134 Golf Lane Fountain Inn, SC died Saturday April 16, 2022. Surviving are his parents Bennetta Grady of the home; his father Calvin Williams of Laurens, SC; Three children that he adored; three sisters Ja'mya Grady Williams, Ke'Ajah Sullivan and Kiasia Sullivan; one brother Jamari Grady; maternal grandparents Ben and Louise Grady; paternal grandmother Martha Williams. Funeral: Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 3:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services 502 Hampton Rd., Greer, SC 29651

Shirley Ann "Poochie" Irby

Shirley Ann "Poochie" Irby of 13 Pecan Drive Greenville, SC died Monday April 11, 2022 at her residence. Surviving are four Daughters Margaret(Woody) Carter, Sherry Downs and Jacqueline Irby of Greenville, SC and O' Lesha Irby of Columbia, SC; four sisters Beulah(Roy)Thompson Debra Martin and Laura Martin of Greenville, SC and Edna(Bobby) Cumby of Valdosta, Ga.; one brother Edward James Martin, Jr. of Greenville, SC; ten grandchildren an eight great grandchildren Visitation: Saturday, April 16, 2022 from 11:00 am until 11:45 am at Upstate Family Funeral Services, 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville, SC 29601 Funeral: Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 12:00 noon in the Upstate Greenville Chapel

Lewis Thompson

Shirley Ann "Poochie" Irby

Shirley Jean Floyd Arteaga

Lewis Thompson of 6 Spencer St. Greenville, SC of died Wednesday April 6, 2022 at Prisma GHS. Surviving are two daughters Shamilah Thompson of Greenville,SC and Nalisha Thompson of Savannah,Ga; one son Shamal Thompson of Columbia,SC; two sisters Catherine Jones of the home and Carolyn Thompson of Greenville,SC; three brothers Benjamin Thompson, Jimmy Thompson and Albert Thompson all of Greenville,SC; one grandchild Visitation: Wednesday, April 13, 2022 from 1:00-5:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Service, 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville, SC Funeral: Thursday April 14, 2022 at 3:00pm, in the Upstate - Greenville Chapel

Shirley Jean Floyd Arteaga

Shirley Ann "Poochie" Irby

Shirley Jean Floyd Arteaga

Shirley Jean Floyd Arteaga of 116 Vesta Dr. Greenville, SC died Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at her residence. Surviving are one daughter; three sisters Agnes Ann Glenn and Virginia Mae Goldsmith both of Greenville, SC and Kathy Floyd of Charlotte, NC; three brothers Charles Floyd of Greenville, SC, Jackie Floyd of Columbia, SC and Robert Floyd of Rock Hill, SC; two grandchildren. The family is at 212 Lownville Ct (Freetown Community) Greenville, SC Visitation: Friday, April 1, 2022 from 1:00 - 5:00pm, Upstate Family Funeral Services, 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville, SC Funeral: Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 1:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services - Greenville Chapel Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens, 248 Elmer St., Greer, SC. 29651

2022 Obituaries

Gail Areline Bowen Roberts

Gail Areline Bowen Roberts died Monday,

March 21, 2022 at Prisma(GHS)

Services are complete.

Deacon Morris Drummond

Gail Areline Bowen Roberts

Deacon Morris Drummond of 104 Short St. Wellford, SC died Saturday March 19, 2022 at Spartanburg Medical Center. Morris is the son of the late Vernon and Annie Bell Drummond. He was a member of New Fellowship Baptist Church Morris was preceded in death by his five brothers Vernor, Edward, Roy Lee, Alfred and Laymon Drummond Surviving are his wife Doris Drummond of the home; four daughters, Judith (Pastor John) Boswell, Melinda Ann (Roger) Lynch, Betty Jean (Curtis) Hughes, and Diane S. Wilkins; three sons Morris (Josephine) Drummond, Jr., Roy Lee (Delores) Drummond and Bobby McDowell; two brothers Cecil (Marie) Drummond and James (Mildred) Drummond; 24 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Visitation: Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 1:00 - 5:00pm (Family Gathering from 3:00 -5:00pm) at Upstate Family Funeral Service, 502 Hampton Road, Greer, SC

Josephine Wilson Hall

Gail Areline Bowen Roberts

Josephine Wilson Hall

Josephine Wilson Hall of 784 Waterbrook Lane Greer, SC died Tuesday March 8, 2022 at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. Surviving are two daughters Carolyn McDowell of Asheville, NC and Joann Hall of Charlotte, NC; two sons Charles Wilson, SR. of Greer, SC and John W. Hall, Jr of Asheville, NC Visitation: Friday, March 18, 2022 from 1:00 to 5:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Service, 502 Hampton Rd. Greer, SC 29651 Funeral: Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. in the Upstate Family Funeral Services Greer - Chapel

Otis Taylor

El Willie Gregory

Josephine Wilson Hall

Otis Taylor of 313-A Beatrice Dr. Greenville, SC died February 26,2022 at his residence. Surviving are his wife Alberta Miles Taylor of the home; his son Otis Owens of Greenville, SC; sister Joyce Taylor of Detroit Michigan; brother Charles Taylor of Detroit, Michigan Visitation: Friday, March 4, 2022 from 1:00-5:00pm Upstate Family Funeral Services, 506 Arlington Ave., Greenville, SC Funeral: Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 2:00 pm at Mt. View Baptist Church, 111 Cagle St. Greenville, SC Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens 248 Elmer St, Greer, SC 29651

El Willie Gregory

El Willie Gregory formerly of 211 Austin St. Greer Greer, SC died Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Inman Healthcare. Surviving are two daughters Darlene Smith and Barbara McCray both of Greer, SC; one son Benny Gregory of Greenville,SC; six grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren Visitation: Friday, February 25, 2022 Upstate Family Funeral Services -Greer, 502 Hampton Rd., Greer, SC 29651 Funeral: Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 2:00 pm Upstate Family Funeral Service, 502 Hampton Rd. Greer, SC 29651 Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens 248 Elmer St. Greer St. 29651

Kimberly Wilson

El Willie Gregory

Kimberly Wilson passed away on Friday, February 4, 2022 at Greenville Memorial Hospital Private services are complete

2021-2022 Obituaries

Marian R. Davis

Shirley Jean Mays

Marian R. Davis

Marian R. Davis of 345 Five Forks Rd. Simpsonville, SC passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2022 Private services are complete

Delitha Goodlett

Shirley Jean Mays

Marian R. Davis

Delitha Goodlett of 366 Edwards Road Lyman, SC died January 26, 2022 at Spartanburg Medical Center Surviving are a daughter Shakneca Flemmings of the home; four sisters Magdalene(Ronald) Byrd of Simpsonville,SC, Phyllis Green and Cynthia Green both of Greer, SC and Jacqueline Green of Greenville,SC; four brothers Roy(Delores) Smith of Greenville,SC, Jimmy Green and Kenneth Green both of Greer,SC and Calvin Smith of Taylors,SC; two grandchildren Visitation Friday, February 4, 2022 from 1:00 until 5:00 at Upstate Family Funeral Sdevices 502 Hampton Road Greer, SC Funeral; Saturday, February 5, 2022 at 2:00 pm at Alive Center 1675 JA Brooke Dr., Greer, SC Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens 248 Elmer St. Greer, SC. 29651

Shirley Jean Mays

Charles Randolph Billups

Shirley Jean Mays of 760 S. Liberty St. Spartanburg, SC died Wednesday January 26, 2022 at her residence. Surviving are three daughters, Debora Ann Williams of Pendergrass, Ga. Patricia Ann Mays of Lithonia, Ga. and Latasha Williams of the home; one son Otis Junior Mays of Duncan, SC; two grandchildren an one great grandchild Graveside Service : Tuesday February 1, 2022 at 3:00 pm in the Brown Eternal Gardens, 248 Elmer St., Greer, SC. 29651

Charles Randolph Billups

Charles Randolph Billups, 70 of 42 4th St Judson Greenville, SC was born November 16, 1951 and passed away on January 22, 2022 at St. Francis Downtown Greenville, SC Surviving is his brother Willie Billups of the home; a host of nieces nephews an other relatives Visitation: Friday, January 28, 2022 from 1:00pm - 5:00pm Upstate Family Funeral Services, 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville, SC Funeral : Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 1:00 pm at Upstate Greenville Chapel Interment: Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at 11:00am at Greenville Memorial Gardens, 7784 Augusta Rd. , Piedmont, SC 2967

Ruskey Lee Evans

Charles Randolph Billups

Demetria Elaine Fuller

Ruskey Lee Evans of 611 Blackwell Rd. Greer, SC died Monday January 24, 2022 at Pelham Medical Center. Surviving are his mother Frances Evans of Greer, SC; his daughter Leechelle Grady of Moore, SC; sister Mira Hagood of Greer, SC; Timmy Evans of Inman, SC; and one grandchild Visitation: Wednesday, January 26, 2022, from 1:00 -5:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services 502 Hampton Rd., Greer, SC 29651 Graveside Service : Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 2:00 pm at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, 14050 E. Wade Hampton Blvd. Greer, SC 29651

Demetria Elaine Fuller

Charles Randolph Billups

Demetria Elaine Fuller

Demetria Elaine Fuller of 6 Arrowood Ct. Mauldin, SC died January 19, 2022 at Prisma GMH. Surviving are her father, Donald Fuller and daughter Chelsea Fuller of the home and brother Derrick Fuller of Mauldin, SC Visitation : Tuesday, January 25, 2022 from 1:00 - 5:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville, SC Funeral: Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at 2:00 pm in the Upstate Greenville Chapel Burial : Resthaven Memorial Gardens, 1655 Piedmont Highway, Piedmont, SC 29673

2021-2022 Obituaries

Samuel Major Foster

Anthony Tyrone Miller

Samuel Major Foster of 667 Rutherford Rd., Greenville, SC died Tuesday, January 18, 2022.

Surviving are his daughter Letresa Thompson of Greenville,SC; two sons Joseph and Jaseph (Stacy) Foster both of Greenville, SC; eight grandchild and six great grandchildren

Visitation: Sunday, January 30, 2022 from 3:00 - 4:00pm at Renfrew Baptist Church 951 Greer Hwy. Travelers Rest, SC 29690

Service: Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 4:00 pm at Renfrew Church

Anthony Tyrone Miller

Anthony Tyrone Miller of 801 S. Main St. Greer, SC died January 10, 2022 at his residence.

Surviving are his mother Mary Downs Miller of the home; one son Antonio (Christy) Miller of Charleston, SC; stepson Janay Huggins of Fayetteville, NC; two step daughters Yentl and Ola Huggins of Greer, SC; sister Stephanie Downs of Greer, SC; brother Norman Miller of Greer, SC nine grandchildren and three great grands

Visitation: Thursday, January 20, 2022, Upstate Family Funeral Services, 502 Hampton Rd., Greer, SC 29651

Funeral: Friday, January 21, 2022 at 2:00pm at Piney Grove Baptist Church, 201 Jordan Rd. Lyman, SC 29365

Burial: Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery

Aaron Garrison

Anthony Tyrone Miller

Kathy D. Hill Garlington

Aaron Garrison of 109 Scott St. Greenville, SC died Saturday January 8, 2022 at his residence. Surviving are five daughters Adrienne Ladson, Latoya Lee, and Deidre Gordon all of Greenville, SC,Dominique(Nathaniel)Frazier of Simpson, SC and Latonya Hunt of Greer,SC ; Anna Garrison of Greenville,SC,Teresa(Eddie)Floyd of Easley,SC, and Jennifer(David)Henderson of Mauldin,SC; three brothers James(Brenda) of Travelers Rest, SC, Glenn(Vanessa)Garrison of Taylors, SC and Michael (Janice) Garrison of Greenville,SC; 13 grandchildren.

Visitation: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 1:00- 5:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services 506 Arlington Ave., Greenville, SC

Funeral:Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 3:00pm at Upstate-Greenville Chapel

Burial: Brown Eternal Gardens 248 Elmer St, Greer, SC 29651

Kathy D. Hill Garlington

Kathy D. Hill Garlington of 28 Dale Dr. Greenville, SC died Thursday January 6, 2022 at St. Francis Hospital - Downtown.

Surviving are her husband Johnny Garlington of the home; two sisters Vicky Terrell and Jackie (Bobby) Brown of Greenville, SC; two brothers William Hill, Jr. and James Hill of Greenville, SC; a great aunt Martha Perkins of Greenville, SC

Visitation: Saturday January 22, 2022 from 1:00 to 5:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville, SC

Funeral: Sunday, January 23, 2022 at 2:00 in the Upstate - Greenville Chapel.

Burial: Golden View Baptist Church 400 Boyd St. Fountain Inn, SC 29644

Due to Covid:

Kathy’s funeral will be for “Family/Program Participants Only”!

Services can be viewed via Facebook.

Thank you for understanding.

THE FAMILY REQUEST MASKS FOR ALL ATTENDEES

Joshua Adair Foster

Kathy D. Hill Garlington

Steven Chadwick Adams

Joshua Adair Foster of 210 Fleetwood Dr., Greenville, SC died December 22, 2021

at his residence. Surviving are his wife Teresa Brown Foster of Gainesville, Fla., mother Martha Jane McIntosh of Greenville, SC; son Caden Adair Foster of Gainesville, Fla.; one sister, Amanda Lee Foster of Greenville, SC

Visitation: Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at Upstate Family Funeral Services, Greenville Chapel, 506 Arlington Ave. Greenville, SC 29601

Funeral: Thursday December 30, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. in the Greenville Chapel

Steven Chadwick Adams

Kathy D. Hill Garlington

Steven Chadwick Adams

Steven Chadwick Adams of 477 Edwards Road Travelers Rest, SC died Saturday December 18,2021 at Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital.

Surviving are his mother Mary C. Adams of the home; his ex-wife Tailisha Reeder of Taylor's, SC; daughter Shakeitra Adams an adopted daughter Lori Thomas both of Taylors, SC; a son Gaston Adams of Taylors, SC; two brothers, Zachary S. Adams and Stoney D. Adams of the home; eight grandchildren

Visitation: Wednesday, December 22, 2021 from 1:00 to 5:00, Upstate Family Funeral Services 502 Hampton Rd., Greer, SC 29651

Funeral: Thursday, December 23, 2021 at 2:00 pm at Golden Grove Baptist Church 349 Goodwin Bridge Rd., Travelers Rest, SC 29690

Burial: Golden Grove Baptist Church Cemetery