James Edward Porter
Sep 13, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our patriarch and the backbone of our family, James Edward Porter. A shining example of the American Dream, Ed started from incredibly humble beginnings at just 16 years old, moving from Salem to Greenville with nothing but the clothes on his back and his talent for finding “the deal.”...
Dorothy Louise Sylvester
Sep 13, 2025
Dorothy Louise Sylvester, age 84, of Easley, passed away on September 13, 2025.
She was born on June 18, 1941, to Richard Thomas and Ella Livingston Winters. Dorothy worked as a hairdresser out of her home for some time before moving to South Carolina with her husband, John. After she moved down south, she primarily took care of the home along...
Charles Michael Dodgens
Sep 13, 2025
Charles Michael Dodgens
Pickens, SC
Charles Michael Dodgens, 75, of Pickens, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025.
Born in Greenville, SC he was a son of the late Wade Carlos Dodgens and Ethel Seay Dodgens.
Mr. Dodgens was a 1969 graduate of Pickens High School. He retired from Ryobi in Pickens after 43 years of dedicated service. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, watching football, and...
Gary Anthony Collins
Sep 12, 2025
Gary Anthony Collins, December 27, 1940 - September 12, 2025.
Gary left his earthly residence to join his wife and forever-41-year-old son in eternal life on September 12, 2025. Born in Greenville, SC, on December 27, 1940, to Ernest Edward and Ruby Hayden Collins, Gary was just three months shy of celebrating his 85th birthday.
He grew up in the Judson Mill...
John "Jack" Hugh Davis Jr.
Sep 12, 2025
John Hugh Davis Jr., 86, of Clemson, SC, passed away on September 12, 2025. He was born in Johnstown, PA to the late John H. Davis Sr. and Louise Vickory Davis.
Jack earned his bachelor's degree in engineering from The University of Pittsburgh, which laid the foundation for a successful career. He enjoyed a long and fulfilling career as an engineer,...
Robert Altland Blessing
Sep 12, 2025
Robert A. Blessing
Easley, SC
Robert Altland Blessing, 89, beloved husband of Barbara “Joan” Birdsall Blessing, passed away Friday, September 12, 2025.
Born in Harrisburg, PA, he was a son of the late William Altland Blessing and Mary Frances Frey Blessing.
Mr. Blessing was a graduate of Elizabethtown College in PA with a degree in Business Administration. He was an underwriter for Aetna Life...
Dorothy Stephens Anderson
Sep 12, 2025
Dorothy Stephen Anderson
Easley, SC
Dorothy Stephens Anderson, age 91, of Easley, passed away on September 12, 2025.
She was born on February 11, 1934 to Sam and Irene Craig Stephens at Easley, SC. She worked as a carpet inspector for many years. Dorothy enjoyed thrift shopping with her daughter and playing the piano. She loved music such as, Etta James, Nat King...
Jimmie Dail Andrews
Sep 12, 2025
Jimmie D. Andrews, 94, of Pickens SC entered into his eternal rest on September 12, 2025. As a dedicated follower of Jesus Christ, his death signaled his race was finished and he was ushered into the very presence of God whom he faithfully served . He was surrounded by his wife Barbara and family members was by his side to...
Wallace Keith Westbrooks
Sep 11, 2025
Wallace Keith Westbrooks, 63, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025.
Born in Seneca, SC, he was a son of the late Harold Eugene Westbrooks Sr. and Vergie Nell Hix Westbrooks.
Keith was a truck driver, and enjoyed driving around the country.
Keith is survived by his brothers Harold Eugene Westbrooks Jr., and Robert T. Westbrooks; and many other friends and family.
A Graveside service...
Nancy Lee Tate Hellams
Sep 11, 2025
Nancy Lee Tate Hellams of Westminster Drive in Pendleton SC died Thursday, September 11, 2025.
She was the daughter of the late Melvin Greyson Tate SR and Esther Hammett Tate and stepdaughter of the late Mary Jim Horton Tate. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, James Williams Hellams Sr, her sister...