Carl Wesley Porter
Oct 14, 2024
Carl Wesley Porter, 87, of Concord Church Road, Pickens, peacefully departed this world for his eternal home on Monday, October 14, 2024 at Hospice of the Upstate after a period of declining health.
Born in Pickens on July 13, 1937, Carl was a son of the late John Walter Porter and the late Jessie Lee Meadors Porter. He was a graduate...
Rev. Dr. Lawrence Edward Bullard
Oct 13, 2024
The Rev. Dr. Lawrence Bullard, 80, beloved husband of Mary Brown Bullard, made his journey on Sunday, October 13, 2024, two days shy of his 81st birthday. Born in Conway, SC, he was a son of Willie Mae Burney and John Gray Bullard. Rev. Dr. Bullard’s religious education was very extensive including graduating from Carson- Newman College; Southeastern Baptist Seminary;...
Grace Simons Lanham Lewis
Oct 12, 2024
Grace Simons Lanham Lewis, born on December 30, 1921, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024, at her home in Clemson.
Born in Johnston, SC, she was the daughter of the late David Edgar Simons and Jessie Rhoden Simons.
Grace was a graduate of Winthrop University, Class of 1943. She began her teaching career at Edgefield High School. In 1956 she and her...
Gerald "Jerry" Wayne Billingsley
Oct 9, 2024
Gerald “Jerry” Wayne Billingsley, 77, husband of Shenia Tumblin Billingsley, passed away on Tuesday, October 9, 2024. Born on August 26, 1947, in Spartanburg, he was a son of the late Bernice Jewell and Colonel Clemson Billingsley. Jerry served proudly in the National Guard and was of Baptist faith. Jerry had a strong work ethic and retired from Southeastern Paper...
Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Morton
Oct 9, 2024
Mr. Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Morton, 86, husband of Ruth Finley Morton, went to be with his Lord and Savior Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
Born in Anderson County, the son of the of the late Shuler Morton and the late Sarah Thacker Morton, Mr. Morton retired from Greenwood Mills-Liberty and attended 5-Point Church.
Ben loved camping, hunting, fishing, yard selling and gardening, he...
Jessie David Summerall
Oct 9, 2024
Jessie Summerall
Easley, SC
Jessie David Summerall, age 68, of Easley, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
He was born on August 2, 1956 to Hank and Eunice Summerall. Jessie worked for many years in construction, specifically asphalt. He enjoyed riding horses and competed in team-penning shows for many years. He also loved riding his motorcycle and would participate in local toy...
Jerry Edwards Hendricks
Oct 8, 2024
Jerry Edward Hendricks, 79, passed away on October 8th, 2024. He was born in Pickens County to the late Folger and Evelyn Hendricks.
Jerry was a Vietnam War Veteran and was proud to have been able to serve his country with honor. Jerry was awarded two Purple Hearts during his time in the service.
Jerry was a dedicated member of Pleasant Hill...
Karen M. Greenwood
Oct 8, 2024
Karen M. Greenwood, 79, passed away surrounded by her loving family, Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
Born on April 29, 1945, to the late Paul and Hallie Joanne Skidmore Myers, Karen dedicated her life to the profession of nursing, serving as a Registered Nurse until her retirement.
Throughout her retirement, Karen engaged in numerous activities that brought her joy and fulfillment. She was...
Barbara Rhodes
Oct 8, 2024
Barbara “Bobbie” Jean Rhodes, 91, of Anderson SC, wife of late husband Bruce Rhodes, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 8 , 2024 surrounded by her family. Born in Anderson, SC, she was the daughter of the late Perry and Estelle Burns.
She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future....
Etta Jean "Jeanne" Thompson
Oct 7, 2024
Etta Jean “Jeanne” Thompson, 60, of Easley, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024, at her home.
Born in Easley, she was the daughter of Mary Ann Ledford and the late Donnie C. Ellison. Jeanne graduated from Wren High School in 1982 and went on to be a loving mother to her two boys, who were her pride and...