Mar 15, 2026

George Burdine (Bud) Nalley, Jr., 87, died peacefully at home on March 15, 2026. Born in Pickens County, Bud was the son of the late G.B. Nalley and LaVonne Edmonds (Tincy) Nalley. He was predeceased by his adored and loving wife Anita Lesley Nalley to whom he was married for 67 wonderful years and his sister, LaVonne Nalley Phillips.

Bud was...

Mar 16, 2026

Dianna June Nave Cato, 77, wife of the late Paul Cato, passed away Monday, March 16, 2026.

Born in Elizabethton, TN, she was a daughter of the late Golden Utretch (Toad) Nave and Mary Potter Nave.

Dianna served as an administrator at Greenville Technical College for many years. After retiring, she could be found crocheting, birdwatching, playing guitar and spending time with...

Mar 15, 2026

Barbara M. Strickland

With deep sorrow and love, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Barbara Musser Darley Strickland on March 15, 2026, in Greenville, SC. She was a devoted mom and the heart of our family. Her warmth, kindness, and steady support shaped our lives, always making us feel safe and cherished.

Barbara was born on February 16, 1935, in...

Mar 15, 2026

James "Jim" Martin Ruud, 92, husband of Margaret Barbre Ruud, of Easley, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2026.

Jim was was born at his grandparents' farm in Brantwood, WI to the late Martin E. and Jennie Saari Ruud of Phillips, WI, where he resided and attended Phillips School, graduating in 1951. After graduation, he entered the U.S. Air Force on December...

Harrison Neil McJunkin

Inman, SC

It is with profound sorrow and heartfelt reverence that we announce the passing of Harrison Neil McJunkin, who was born and called home on March 12, 2026. Though his time with us was brief, Harrison's entry into the world was marked by immeasurable love as he was gently born into the arms of Jesus.

Harrison’s memory will be...

Mar 13, 2026

Shirley Ramsey Hester, 91, of Easley, South Carolina, loving wife of Boyce Lee Hester, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026.

Born on December 31, 1934, in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Willie and Onice Falls Ramsey. Shirley started her career working as a beautician, where she used her skills to help others feel their...

Mar 13, 2026

Kenneth “Ken” Eugene Rackley, 92, of Easley, South Carolina, beloved husband of the late Sue Barr Rackley, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026.

Born on November 20, 1933, in Pickens County, South Carolina, to the late Coy R. Rackley and Elizabeth Young Rackley.

Kenneth was a kind-hearted man and a proud veteran. He served in the U. S. Navy for four...

Mar 13, 2026

James “Jimmy” P. Orr

Easley, SC

James Paul Orr, fondly known as "Jimmy," passed away on March 13, 2026, in Greenville, South Carolina. Born on April 2, 1955, in Greenville, he lived a life marked by dedication, service, and a passion for his family and community.

Jimmy was a man of many talents and interests. A proud graduate of Anderson College with a...

Mar 12, 2026

Jerry Wayne Hoover, 83, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Richard Campbell Veterans' Home. Born on October 5, 1942, in Severance, KS, he was a son of the late Garlen Hoover and the late Thelma Rittenhouse Hoover. Jerry was one of six children and has remained close to his siblings through the years.

Jerry proudly served as a pilot...

Mar 12, 2026

Patricia Annette Taylor, 53, of Anderson, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026.

Born in Rutherfordton, NC, she was a daughter of Guy Edward "Buddy" Taylor (Peggy) and the late Shirley Norville Strickland.

She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant and took great pride in caring for others, especially the elderly, whom she served with compassion and kindness.

She found joy in life’s simple...