Obituaries

Oscar Chapman

Oscar Chapman

Jun 20, 2014

Mr. Oscar Chapman, Jr., 72, of 81 South Textile Avenue, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2014. Born in Greenville County, he was the son of the late Oscar and Mary Luster Chapman, Sr. Left to cherish his memories: a loving wife; Patricia Chapman of the home: daughters; Bonnie (John) Sanders of Fountain Inn, Lisa (Roy) Oats, and Sandra Chapman,...

April Mansell

April Mansell

Jun 19, 2014

Ms. April E. Mansell, 39, of 106C Jones Avenue, Easley, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at home. Born in Easley, she was the daughter of Willie F. and Lois E. Mansell, Jr. Left to cherish her memories: daughter; Asia Brown of Easley: son; Ezekiel Cheeks of Easley: sisters; Uda Mansell and Tamara Trapp, both of Easley, Tasha Kirksey...

Sharon Thomas

Sharon Thomas

Jun 18, 2014

Ms. Sharon Thomas, 55, of Astoria, NY passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2014. Viewing: Friday, June 27, 2014, 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM at Watkins, Garrett & Woods Mortuary, with private burial.

Quita Clement

Quita Clement

Jun 18, 2014

Ms. Quita Clement, 35, of 23 Mclendon Drive, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at St Francis. Born in Greenville, she was the daughter of Jimmy Owens, Robert Thompson, and Judy Lawrence, all of Greenville. She loved children and enjoyed spending time with her special niece, “K. K.”. Left to cherish her memories, in addition to her parents: sisters;...

George Byrd

George Byrd

Jun 16, 2014

Mr. George E. Byrd, 74, of 98 Thompson Road, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2014 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late Raiszoner C. and Florilla Byrd, Sr. He loved driving his car and attending church. Left to cherish his memories: sisters; Louise Aiken of Greenville and Annie Ruth Davis of Taylors:...

Carolyn Carlton

Carolyn Carlton

Jun 16, 2014

Mrs. Carolyn P. Carlton, 60, of 63 Blackstock Road, Inman, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2014 at Spartanburg Regional Hospital. Born in Queens New York, she was the daughter of the late Sterling Lacy Lewis, and Minnie Lee Smith. Surviving: is her daughter: La’Sandra White of Abu Dhabi UAE, Sisters: Velma Lewis, Connie (Calvin) Brown all of Greenville. Brother:...

Edna Burnside

Edna Burnside

Jun 16, 2014

Mrs. Edna Burnside, 81, of 16 Watson Avenue, passed away on Monday June 16, 2014 at her home. Born in Greenville County, she was the daughter of the late Pinkney Hagood and Annie Bell Smith. Surviving: a daughter; Carolyn (John) Rucker: sister; Irene Lipford: seven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Service:...

Jeannie Goforth

Jeannie Goforth

Jun 15, 2014

Mrs. Jeannie Goforth, 56, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2014 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. Born in Greenville County, she was the daughter of the late George and Doris Robinson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Goforth. She loved cooking, sewing, and spending time with her beloved daughter and family. She was also very active in church....

Charles Bowens

Charles Bowens

Jun 15, 2014

Mr. Charles “Charlie” M. Bowens, 94, of 108 N. 3rd Street, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2014 at his home. Born in Pickens County, he was the son of the late Tony W. and Neta Bowens. He was preceded in death by two children, Charles H. Bowens and Linda Bowens Dickerson, three sisters, and one brother. He loved taking...

Charlton Croft

Charlton Croft

Jun 13, 2014

Mr. Charlton Croft, Jr., 87, of 137 Cashmere Drive, passed away on Friday June 13, 2014 at his home. Born in Greenville County, he was the son of the late Charlton and Addie Croft, Sr. Left to cherish his memories: a loving wife; Mayo Croft of Greenville: daughter; Ruth Phelps: and grandson; Nyamekye Phelps, both of Canton, MI . Funeral...

Ramzon Manjoth

Ramzon Manjoth

Jun 12, 2014

Ramzon Manjoth, 41, of 408 Abner Road, Spartanburg, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2014 at home.

Jennie Blake

Jennie Blake

Jun 11, 2014

Ms. Jennie Lucille Blake, 89, of 109 Davis Street, Easley, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2014, at Rainey Hospice House, Anderson. Born in Dacusville, she was the daughter of the late Ulysses and Rosa Lee Blake. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Rosa Lee Blake and four brothers. She enjoyed watching soap operas and talking on the...

Bobby Jenkins

Bobby Jenkins

Jun 11, 2014

Mr. Bobby Jenkins, 69, of 107 Riverside, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at St. Francis Downtown. Funeral Services: Monday, June 16, 2014, 11:00 AM, at Watkins Garrett & Woods Mortuary, with burial in Resthaven Memorial Gardens.

Lucille Gaffney

Lucille Gaffney

Jun 10, 2014

Ms. Lucille F. Gaffney, 80, of 800 West Washington Street, passed away on Tuesday June 10, 2014 at Redeemer Health & Rehab of Pickens. Born in Laurens, SC, she was the daughter of the late Gertrude Pulley, and Robert Lee Foster Sr. Surviving: Son; Henry Foster of Greenville SC, Brother; Robert Lee Foster Jr., of Greenville SC. two grandchildren, six...

Frankie Gilliard

Frankie Gilliard

Jun 10, 2014

Mrs. Frankie Irby Gilliard, 63, of 21 Creststone Drive, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at St. Francis Downtown. Born in Greenville, she was the daughter of the late Bennie and Kathlenn Irby. She enjoyed cooking and cleaning. Left to cherish her memories: husband; David Gillard of Greenville: daughters; Janice Garrison of Piedmont, Kateri Irby of Greenville, and Tiwanna...

Carrol Williams

Carrol Williams

Jun 7, 2014

Mr. Carrol Williams, 64, of 208 W. Belvedere Road, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at his home. Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late Samuel and Tessola M. Williams. He loved painting, playing golf, and spending time with his grandchildren. Left to cherish his memories: a loving wife; Judy Williams of the home: daughter; Sherry...

Fred Franklin

Fred Franklin

Jun 6, 2014

Mr. Fred Nathaniel Franklin, 77, of 420 Jacqueline Lane, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2014 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late Bill Raines and Josephine Franklin Anderson. Left to cherish his memories: a loving wife; Merian Franklin of the home: daughters; Tracy Taylor of Greenville, Ellen Franklin of Greenville, and Teshia...

Freddie Gary

Freddie Gary

Jun 5, 2014

Mr. Freddie Gary, 54, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2014 at Park Ridge Hospital, Fletcher, NC. Born in Laurens County, he was the son of the late Walter and Carrie Lee Gary. He was predeceased by grandparents, Lonzo and Rebecca Carter and Will and Minnie Lee Gary. He loved the Washington Redskins. Left to cherish his memories: a daughter;...

Mary Sanders

Mary Sanders

Jun 4, 2014

Mrs. Mary Sanders, 90, of 313 Crestwood Drive, Mauldin, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at Greenville Hospital Systems. She was the daughter of the late B. F. and Annie McDonald, Sr. She was preceded in death by a daughter; Dorothy Scott: sons; Melvin Sanders and Sammy Lee Sanders: stepson; Earnest Sanders: three sisters and six brothers. Left to...

Nathaniel Sample

Nathaniel Sample

Jun 3, 2014

Mr. Nathaniel Sample, Jr., 61, of 92 Nob Hill Road, Columbia SC, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at his home. Born in Danville, VA he was the son of the late Rose Lee Mack and Nathaniel Sample Sr. He leaves to cherish loving fond memories, his daughter Crystal Sample of Georgia. Sister: Sonya Sample Hopkins of Greenville SC....