Janice E. Stürner
Jun 8, 2024
Janice E. Stürner, wife of the late Rudolf “Rudy” Hartwig Stürner, passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024. Born on September 28, 1947 in Greenville, SC she was a daughter of the late John B. and Zoie M. Allen. Janice spent most of her career at Ryobi where she worked alongside her husband for 40 years. Outside of her career Janice had a...
Richard Allen Culbreath
Jun 7, 2024
Brigadier General Richard Allen Culbreath South Carolina National Guard (Retired), loving husband, dedicated father, and esteemed community member, passed away on June 7, 2024. Born on September 29, 1929, in McCormick, SC, to the late Butler Strom and Ailene Culbreath.
Richard was known for his warm and caring personality, as well as his gardening, keeping his yard in pristine condition. Yardwork...
Obera Gilstrap Sheriff
Jun 6, 2024
Obera Gilstrap Sheriff
Easley, SC
Obera Sheriff, age 96, wife of the late Thomas Austin Sheriff, passed away Thursday, June 6, 2024.
Born in Pickens County on September 29, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Minor and Piccola Shirley Gilstrap.
Obera retired from Swirl Manufacturing after 45 years of dedicated service. She was a lifelong member of Rock Springs Baptist Church where she...
Jay Smink
Jun 5, 2024
Jay Smink, beloved husband of the late Frances Smink, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Born on January 24, 1938, in Lykens, PA, he was the son of the late John Law and Irene Smink. Dr. Smink obtained a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Education from Millersville University of Pennsylvania, a Master's and Doctorate in Education from The Pennsylvania State University. He retired as the executive director of the National Dropout Prevention at Clemson University after 24 years and was awarded professor emeritus in Clemson University’s College of...
James "Jimmy" Steven Johnson
Jun 5, 2024
James "Jimmy" JohnsonGreenville, SCJames Johnson, age 59, of Greenville, passed away on June 5, 2024.He was born on October 9, 1964 in Augusta, Georgia. He attended Oolenoy Baptist Church. He enjoyed making bookmarks, tidying the house, and attending the Active Day program.James is survived by his sister, Nancy L. Trotter (Jeff); step-sisters, Shawna Shirley (Mark), Tonya Lee (Michael), and Michelle...
Sara Lucile Bishop
Jun 5, 2024
Sara Lucile Cox Bishop, 101, wife of the late Rev. Hubert Eugene Bishop, Sr., of Easley, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024.Born in Greenville, SC, she was a daughter of the late John Marion and Mammie Smith Cox.Mrs. Bishop loved to spend time with her family, and she made each one feel like they were the favorite. She also loved...
Maxie Ruth Smith
Jun 4, 2024
Maxie Ruth Ausburn Smith, 85, of Powdersville, South Carolina, wife of the late Ray Carson Smith Sr., passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024.
Born in Greenville County, she was the daughter of the late Homer and Morene Ausburn. Maxie graduated from Easley High School and went on to Cecil Business School. She opened and operated Powdersville Bakery where she became...
Jacolyn “Jackie” Rockwood Dark
Jun 4, 2024
Jacolyn “Jackie” Rockwood Dark, 87, of Easley, South Carolina, wife of the late Alvin R. Dark, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 4, 2024.
Born in Floral Park, New York, she was a daughter of the late Joseph L. Hodges, Jr. and Mildred Campbell Rockwood. She was a stewardess and supervisor at National Airlines for...
Harry Love Dunlap Jr.
Jun 3, 2024
Harry Love Dunlap Jr., 97, passed away on June 3, 2024. He was born on August 25, 1926, to the late Annie Mae and Harry Dunlap Sr. in Rock Hill, South Carolina. He lost his mother when he was 13 and was a vital part of helping his father run the family grocery business.
Upon graduation from Rock Hill High School...
Betty Medlin Smith
Jun 2, 2024
Betty Medlin Tinsley Smith, 85, of Easley, South Carolina, wife of L.C. Smith Jr. passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024.
Born in Pickens, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Obie and Essie Turner Medlin. She graduated from Pickens High School and was a regular member at St. Matthias Lutheran Church in Easley. She was a Licensed Practical...