William Minor Dowler
Feb 9, 2025
William (Bill) Minor Dowler, 92, surviving spouse of Dorothea Dowler, died February 9, 2025 at Oconee Memorial Hospital of Seneca, SC. Born November 10, 1932, in Birch Tree, MO, he was the son of the late Paul and Lillian Dowler. He was retired from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and a U.S. Army Veteran.
Bill attended the University of Missouri and...
Larry Wilson Hudson
Feb 9, 2025
Larry Wilson Hudson of Central, SC, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025 at Upstate Community Hospice House in Landrum, SC due to complications from a chronic illness.
Born and raised in Wytheville, VA, Larry was the oldest child of Woodrow Wilson Hudson and Atha Callahan Hudson. He has two sisters: Myra Hudson Baumgardner (Jeff) of Charlotte, NC and Jo-ella Hudson...
Tony Harold "Ploony" Craig
Feb 9, 2025
Tony H. "Ploony" Craig
Central, SC
Tony H. "Ploony" Craig, 77, of Central, husband to the late Vicky Ann Hughes Craig, passed away February 9, 2025.
Born in Central, he was the son of Harold E. Craig and Edna Pauline Owen Craig.
Tony graduated from D.W. Daniel High School and entered the USArmy where he served in Viet Nam. Following his active duty service...
Thomas Stanley Barrett
Feb 8, 2025
Thomas Stanley Barrett, aged 74, passed away on February 8th, 2025.
Born and raised in Central South Carolina, Stan graduated from Daniel High School. After high school, he graduated with an associate’s degree from Tri-county Technical College. He began his career as a mechanic at Kelley's Gulf gas station in Central before joining Clemson University, where he worked as a mechanic...
Robert E Lambour
Feb 7, 2025
Robert “Bob” Eugene Lambour, 81, of Easley, SC, went home to be with his Lord on February 7, 2025, at his residence with his wife by his side. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Bob pursued a career in Mechanical Engineering, earning a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from the University of Kansas. He held a...
Fred Gillespie, Sr
Feb 6, 2025
Fred Gillespie, Sr.,94, of Easley, born on January 5, 1931, to the late Claude and Janie Gillespie, passed away. He was a devoted husband to his loving wife, Sybil, with whom he shared a remarkable marriage that spanned over 60 years. Fred’s family held a central place in his heart, reflecting the love and commitment he consistently demonstrated throughout his...
Noel Edward Jones
Feb 6, 2025
Mr. Noel Edward Jones, 81, husband of Brenda Stegall Jones and the late Carolyn Kirby Jones, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025.
Born in Flat Rock, NC, a son of the late Duer William Jones and the late Agnes Geneva Hoots Jones, Mr. Jones was a retired truck driver with U.S. Foods and was a US Navy Veteran.
Noel was always willing...
Thomas Marion Tucker
Feb 5, 2025
Thomas "Tommy" Marion Tucker, 97, beloved husband of Melba Ridgway Tucker, passed away peacefully in the early morning of Wednesday, February 5, 2025, surrounded by the family he cherished. Born in Calhoun Falls, SC, to Thomas Mosley and Georgia Bassett Tucker, Tommy’s life was a testament to love, service, and joy.
A proud veteran of the United States Army, Tommy served...
Lois Brock
Feb 5, 2025
Lois Marie Leopard Brock, 90, wife of the late William Calvin Brock, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
Born on October 15, 1934, she was a daughter of the late Styles and Ella Ree Lawton Leopard.
Lois enjoyed playing bingo and traveling across the country with her late husband. Lois also took great pride in her family. She loved her family and...
Mamie C. Talley
Feb 5, 2025
Mamie Couch Talley, 95, wife of the late Joseph “Joe” Dyar Talley, Jr., passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
Born in Liberty, SC, she was a daughter of the late Loy and Cuzzie Nix Couch. Mamie was the cornerstone of her family, and her unwavering commitment to their well-being exemplified her deep-seated values. Mamie...