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Virginia Ruth Whitaker - August 13, 1935 - August 06, 2015

Departed: 08/06/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: HENRIETTA - Virginia Ruth Whitaker, 79, of Hog Pen Branch Road, Henrietta, died on Thursday, August 06, 2015 at SECU Hospice House of Rutherford County. A native of Rutherford County, she was born on August 13, 1935, a daughter of the late Thurman Whitaker and Mattie Greene Whitaker. She retired from Cone Mills Corporation - Cliffside Plant after 20 years of service. She was a member of Henrietta First Baptist Church where she worked in the beginners Sunday school class for over 35 years, sang in the church choir and took care of the flowers in the church. She always took cakes and pies when there was a death in the community, loved to quilt and do all types of needle crafts and loved to paint.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Henry, Charlie, Roy, George, J.R., Paul, Morris, Clarence, Dan and Johnny. She is survived by her sisters, Mable W. Randolph of Henrietta, Sarah W. Hawkins of Ellenboro and Alice Mathis Meeks of Acworth, GA.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm on Sunday, August 09, 2015 at Henrietta First Baptist Church with the Rev. Mike Cash and Rev. John Godfrey officiating. Burial will follow in the Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 7:00pm-9:00pm on Saturday, August 08, 2015 at McKinney-Landreth & Carroll Funeral and Cremation Service.

Memorial donations are suggested to Henrietta First Baptist Church, 2736 Harris-Henrietta Road, Mooresboro, NC 28114.

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Betty Deitz Parris - October 03, 1932 - August 05, 2015

Departed: 08/05/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: GAFFNEY, S.C. - Betty Deitz Parris, 82, of Cliffside Highway, Gaffney, South Carolina, died on Wednesday, August 05, 2015 at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. A native of Jackson County, North Carolina, she was born on October 03, 1932, a daughter of the late Earl Deitz and Edna Hall Deitz. She retired in 1985 as a Preschool Teacher at Fairfax Baptist Church Preschool. She was a member of State Line Baptist Church where she was in the Happy Hearts Sunday School Class, the Christmon Club, and the Keenagers. Mrs. Parris was a military wife who faithfully traveled the country with her husband during his time of service.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Owen Parris, her daughter, Teresa Jean Parris Morehead, her brother, Harold Deitz and her sister, Frances Parker. She is survived by her son, Doug Parris and wife Susan of Dublin, Ohio; one son-in-law, Dan Morehead; special niece, Debbie Reynolds; her grandchildren, Matthew Parris, Katherine Parris, Megan Parris and Brian Morehead; her caregivers, Stacey Cody and Alla Jasivkovich.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00pm on Saturday, August 08, 2015 at State Line Baptist Church with the Rev. Kris Showen and Rev. Ray Hefner officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00pm-2:30pm in the sanctuary.

Memorial donations may be made to State Line Baptist Church, 1328 State Line Road, Gaffney, SC 29341.

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Joyce Jenkins Harris - October 02, 1930 - August 01, 2015

Departed: 08/01/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: SHELBY – Joyce Jenkins Harris, 84, of Cliffside Road, Shelby, died on Saturday, August 01, 2015 at Peak Resources of Shelby. A native of Cleveland County, she was born on October 02, 1930, a daughter of the late Jess Jenkins and Ada Caldwell Jenkins. She retired as an LPN at Wesley Nursing Center. She was a member of Cliffside Baptist Church and was formerly the pianist at her home church, Macedonia Baptist Church of Kings Mountain, North Carolina and worked in Vacation Bible School.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her granddaughter, Lauren Harris; one brother, Ken Jenkins; two sisters, Jane Jenkins and Maxine Trimmier. She is survived by her husband Charles Harris; three sons, Chip Harris and wife Leigh of Monroe, NC, Todd Harris of Atlanta, Georgia and Jimmy Harris and wife Debra of Charlotte; her grandchildren, Charlie Harris, Natalie Harris, Jordan Webb and Courtney Webb.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00pm on Thursday, August 06, 2015 at Cliffside Baptist Church with the Rev. Joey Cantrell officiating. Entombment will follow in the Cleveland Memorial Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service in the sanctuary.

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Charlie Harrill Hill - March 24, 1932 - July 30, 2015

Departed: 07/30/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: MOORESBORO – Charles Harrill Hill, 83, of Harris-Henrietta Road, Mooresboro, died on Thursday, July 30, 2015 at SECU Hospice House of Rutherford County. A native of Rutherford County, he was born on March 24, 1932, a son of the late George W. Hill and Bessie Tate Hill. He was retired from Cone Mills Corporation – Cliffside Plant and Burlington Industries. He was a United States Army Veteran, having served in the Korean Conflict. He was of the Baptist faith and loved his vegetable and flower gardens and working in his shop.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Fred Hill, Bub Hill and Frank Hill. He is survived by his wife, Lola Cantrell Hill; one daughter, Sherry Hill and Scott Boone of Green Hill; his grandchildren, Brannon White and wife Charity, Brett White, Branden Boone and Baylee Boone.

The family wishes to extend special thanks to Hospice of Rutherford County for all they did for Charles and his family.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00pm on Tuesday, August 04, 2015 at The A.C. McKinney Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Jessica Godfrey officiating. Burial will follow in the Floyd's Creek Baptist Church Cemetery with Military Honors accorded by the Rutherford County Honor Guard. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of Rutherford County, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043.

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Billy Joe Beaver - December 10, 1936 - July 24, 2015

Departed: 07/24/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: GAFFNEY, S.C. - Billy Joe Beaver, 78, of Sarratt Creek Road, Gaffney, South Carolina, died on Friday, July 24, 2015 at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. A native of Cherokee County, South Carolina, he was born on December 10, 1936, a son of the late Benny Beaver and Oma Sisk Beaver. He was retired from the U.S. Air Force and was a member of Camps Creek Baptist Church. He loved all types of sports, motorcycles, anything outdoors and was an avid reader.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Paul Beaver and James Beaver; one sister, Eva Ivey. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Lois Walker Beaver; two sons, Teddy Beaver and wife Avonne of Charleston and Terry Beaver of Gaffney; one sister-in-law, Betty Walker Dotson of Shelby; his grandchildren, Jennifer Price and husband Randall, Chad Beaver and wife Francis, Teresa Johnson and husband Ben, and Cole Beaver; his great grandchildren, Tiffany Price, Taylor Price, Justin Beaver, Aspen Beaver, Olivia Price, Gabriel Johnson, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at Camps Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Buddy Morehead officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Military Honors accorded by the U.S. Air Force. Visitation will be held from 7:00pm-9:00pm on Monday, July 27, 2015 at McKinney-Landreth & Carroll Funeral and Cremation Service.

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Janice Odessa Hall Richey - February 02, 1938 - July 24, 2015

Departed: 07/24/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Janice Odessa Hall Richey, 77 of High Drive, widow of Joe A. Richey, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, July 24, 2015 at Park Place Assisted Living.

Born February 2, 1938 in Weedville, PA., she was a daughter of the late Thomas K. Hall and Anna Beck Hall.

Those left to cherish her memory are a daughter, Janna Lee and husband Bill of Simpsonville; sons, Joe A. Richey Jr. of Spartanburg, Jonathan Richey and wife Amy of Chesnee; sister, Shelia Clark of Baltimore, MD.; grandchildren, Jamella McCall, Julianna Lee, Jon Foster Richey, Olivia Richey and great-grandchildren, Cole and Kaylee McCall.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 27, 2015 at Keowee Baptist Church in Honea Path, SC with Pastor Don Horton and Rev. Daryl Tolleson officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

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Ellen Hardin Philbeck - February 13, 1928 - July 23, 2015

Departed: 07/23/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: ELLENBORO - Ellen Hardin Philbeck, 87, of Harmon Road, Ellenboro, died on Thursday, July 23, 2015 at Rutherford Regional Medical Center. A native of Rutherford County, she was born on February 13, 1928, a daughter of the late Jeff Hardin and Effie Hardin. She was a graduate of Cool Springs High School and retired from PPG and Food Lion. She was a member of Corinth Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Huette Donald "Whistle" Philbeck and all of her siblings. She is survived by her son, Keith Philbeck and Penny Beal of Charleston, SC; her daughters, Donna Parker and husband Paul of Rutherfordton, Faye Lail of Ellenboro, Sharon Dill and husband Tommy of Spindale and Judy Privitera and husband Frank of Ellenboro; 7 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; 3 step grandchildren; 4 step great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00pm on Sunday, July 26, 2015 at The A.C. McKinney Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Danny Bumgarner officiating. Burial will follow in the Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6:00pm-8:00pm on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at McKinney-Landreth & Carroll Funeral and Cremation Service.

Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of Rutherford County, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043.

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Maynard Lindburg Vickers - February 19, 1927 - July 22, 2015

Departed: 07/22/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: CHESNEE, S.C. - Maynard Lindburg "Bub" Vickers, of Battleground Road went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at Spartanburg Medical Center.

A native of Cherokee County, he was the founder and owner of Vickers Auto Parts for over 50 years, attended Chesnee Wesleyan Church, and enjoyed hunting, fishing working at the family business and spending time with his family and grand and great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by the love of his life for 54 years, Ada Horne Vickers and eight brothers and sisters. Those left to cherish his memory are daughters, Lori Vickers, Lisa Vickers Sperling Churchill and husband Tim, Lane Vickers Cash and husband Timmy all of Chesnee; sons, Ronnie Vickers, Dennis Vickers and wife Vickie all of Chesnee; brothers, Samuel and Sherman Vickers both of Stanley, NC; sister, Shirley West of Stanley, NC; his beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Julie Vinesett, Jake Sperling, Jesse Sperling, Jada Churchill, Trevor Cash, Tori Cash, Talon Cash, Addie Vinesett and Layla Vinesett.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2015 at New Pleasant Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Springhill Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers will be Duke Short, Michael Cole, Steve Horton, Horace Watkins, Jeff Vinesett and Timmy Cash.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 3:45 p.m. Saturday, prior to the service at the church.

Mr. Vickers will be placed in the church at 12:00 p.m. Saturday.

The family is at the home.

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Glenda Patterson McKinney - August 11, 1937 - July 20, 2015

Departed: 07/20/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: MOORESBORO - Glenda Patterson McKinney, 77, of McKinney Road, Mooresboro, died on Monday, July 20, 2015 at Carolinas Healthcare System - Cleveland. A native of Cleveland County, she was born on August 11, 1937, a daughter of the late Holland Patterson and Warren and Annie Poston Wiley. She retired from Belks Department Store and was a member of Trinity Baptist Church. She loved to fish at the family pond and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her husband, Jerry Austin McKinney; one son, Scott McKinney and wife Donna of Mooresboro; one daughter, Pam Harmon and husband Ansel of Mooresboro; her grandchildren, Jerry Harmon and Jerry McKinney; her great grandchildren, Lauren and Tristan.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00pm on Thursday, July 23, 2015 at Trinity Baptist Church with the Rev. Mike Frazier officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.

Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150.

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Cheryl R. Herrin - May 15, 1963 - July 17, 2015

Departed: 07/17/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: ELLENBORO - Cheryl Herrin, 52, of Ellenboro, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2015 at her residence.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Ruby Thompson.

Survivors include her daughters, Jennifer Martin and husband Ken of Fayetteville, Tina Stafford and husband Brian of Mobile, Alabama, 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; two sisters, Brenda Rober and husband Randy of Rutherfordton and Wilma Hardin and husband Randy of Forest City; one brother, Joe Thompson of Rutherfordton.

No formal services will be held.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Thomas David Robertson, Jr. - August 14, 1935 - July 10, 2015

Departed: 07/10/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: SHELBY - Thomas David "Tommy" Robertson, Jr., 79, of Courtland Drive, Shelby, died on Friday, July 10, 2015 at Hospice of Cleveland County at Wendover. A native of Rutherford County, he was born on August 14, 1935, a son of the late Thomas David Robertson, Sr., and Pauline Hollifield Robertson. He was retired from the United States Army and was a member of Zoar Baptist Church of Shelby. He loved to work jigsaw puzzles, playing rook, collecting and restoring antique cars with his son, Tommy and wood working.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Christopher Robertson and one sister, Shirley Robertson Greene. He is survived by his wife, Elaine Talbert Robertson; two sons, Donald Joseph Cole of Kings Mountain and Thomas David Robertson, III, of Shelby; two daughters, Andrea Newcomb and husband Scott of Shelby and Kimberly Anne Robertson Putnam of Norwood, NC; one sister, Betty Robertson Brown of Forest City; his grandchildren, Madonna Brooks, Zachary Lloyd Butler and wife Brandi, Thomas Robertson, IV, Jessica Weaver, Ashley Robertson, Billy Weaver, Julie-Anne Putnam, Tyler Robertson and Stephen Newcomb; one great grandchild, Colton Lloyd Butler.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30am on Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at Zoar Baptist Church of Shelby with the Rev. Dr. Rob Helton and Rev. Dr. Robert Rose officiating. Burial will follow at Cleveland Memorial Park with Military Honors accorded by the Rutherford County Honor Guard. Visitation will be held from 9:30am-10:30am at the church.

Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150.

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Lynda Gayle Spakes Painter - October 17, 1949 - July 06, 2015

Departed: 07/06/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: CHESNEE, S.C. - Lynda Gayle Spakes Painter, 65, of Julie Court, Chesnee, died on Monday, July 06, 2015 at Spartanburg Hospital for Restorative Care. A native of Spartanburg, she was born on October 17, 1949, a daughter of the late Johnny Spakes and Ethel Cartee Spakes Hamrick. She was a retired CNA and was of the Pentecostal faith.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Marion Spakes. She is survived by her sons, Danny Puckett and Randy Puckett, both of Chesnee; her sisters, Lois Puckett of Chesnee, Edith Wood of Spartanburg and Thelma Adair of Gaffney; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at 4:00pm on Thursday, July 09, 2015 at Hick's Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Johnny Jones officiating. Visitation will be held from 7:00pm-9:00pm on Wednesday, July 08, 2015 at McKinney-Landreth & Carroll Funeral and Cremation Service.

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Frank Lee Hill - July 09, 1925 - July 03, 2015

Departed: 07/03/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: FOREST CITY - Frank Lee Hill, 89, of US Highway 221 South, Forest City, died on Friday, July 03, 2015 at SECU Hospice House of Rutherford County. A native of Rutherford County, he was born on July 09, 1925, a son of the late George W. and Bessie Tate Hill. He retired from Cone Mills Corporation - Cliffside Plant as an Inspector and was a U.S. Army Veteran having served in World War II. Frank was also a member of Floyd's Creek Baptist Church, loved to work in his garden, fishing and spending time with his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by three sons, Frankie Hill, Johnny Hill and James Hill; two brothers, Fred Hill and Bub Hill. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Esther Arledge Hill; one daughter, Ann Skipper and husband Shannon of Forest City; one brother, Charlie Hill and wife Lola of Henrietta; four grandchildren, Jonathan Hill, Jessica Brown, Shane Skipper and Tyler Skipper; one great grandchild, Raylan Brown.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00pm on Monday, July 06, 2015 at Floyd's Creek Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Robert Carnell officiating. Military Honors will be rendered by the Rutherford County Honor Guard. The family will receive friends from 7:00pm-9:00pm on Sunday, July 05, 2015 at McKinney-Landreth & Carroll Funeral and Cremation Service.

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Mary Fances Henson Silver - November 18, 1929 - July 03, 2015

Departed: 07/03/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: MOORESBORO - Mary Frances Henson Silver, 85, of Goode's Creek Church Road, Mooresboro, died on Friday, July 03, 2015 at SECU Hospice House of Rutherford County. A native of Rutherford County, she was born on November 18, 1929, a daughter of the late Obe Henson and Dezzie Hines Henson. She retired from John H. Montgomery Company as an Inspector. Mrs. Silver was a member of Goode's Creek Baptist Church, was one of the church hostesses and also served as the custodian.

She is survived by her husband, Ray Silver; four sons, Doug White of Forest City, Larry White of Ellenboro, Danny Silver of Mooresboro and Ronnie Silver of Harris; her brothers, Alton Henson of Mooresboro, Broughton Henson of Mooresboro, and Jack Henson of Pickens, SC; her sister, Helen "Bobbie" Harris of Mooresboro; her grandchildren, Jennifer Viverette, Crissy White, Mary Chapel, Doug White, Jr., and Nigel White; 3 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm on Tuesday, July 07, 2015 at Goode's Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Chad Hayes officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church and at other times at the home of Bobbie Harris, 169 Jefferson Road, Mooresboro.

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David Laverne Kennison - August 08, 1939 - June 25, 2015

Departed: 06/25/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: RUTHERFORDTON - David Laverne Kennison, 75, of Ammons Drive, Rutherfordton, died on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at his residence. A native of Mobly, Missouri, he was born on September 08, 1939, a son of the late Frank L. And Everly Falls Kennison. He was retired from Watts Regulator.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara LaVoy Kennison and many other family and friends.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.

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William Harold Clardy - September 23, 1932 - June 22, 2015

Departed: 06/22/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: CHARLOTTE - William "Bill" Clardy, 82, passed away at his residence in Charlotte on June 22, 2015. He was native of Piedmont, SC and Cliffside, NC and a graduate of Cliffside High School. He retired from Bank of America and enjoyed traveling during his retirement. He was preceded in death by his parents Gifton Holoway White and Mary Clardy White and his sister Martha Vada White Haynes.

He is survived by one brother David Holoway White (Helen). He is also survived by one brother-in-law, George Haynes; 5 nephews Tim (Teresa), Scott (Ann), Marc (Susan), Pat (Lori) Haynes, Alan (Amy) White; 2 nieces, Lisa (Eric) Baynard and Sheila (Brandon) Atkins.

Receiving of friends will be from 2:00pm-3:00pm on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at McKinney-Landreth & Carroll Funeral and Cremation Service. Memorial service will be held at 3:00pm at the A.C. McKinney Memorial Chapel with burial to follow at Cliffside cemetery.

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Roscoe Bob Hutchins - July 07, 1931 - June 17, 2015

Departed: 06/17/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: MOORESBORO - Roscoe "Bob" Hutchins, 83, of Harrill Road, Mooresboro, went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, June 17, 2015 at his residence. A native of Cleveland County, he was born on July 07, 1931, a son of the late V .W. and Essie Mae Waters Hutchins. He retired from Cone Mills Corporation - Cliffside Plant after 45 Years of Service. He was member of Trinity Baptist Church. Bob loved helping people, always putting others first and himself last. He also loved animals, carpentry work and pro-wrestling.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Jean Eaker Hutchins. He is survived by his daughter, Barbara Ann Hutchins of Mooresboro; his grandson, who he raised, Michael Hutchins and fiancee Charlene Bryant; his sisters, Sadie Ruth Henson of Ellenboro and Dorothy Chapman of Ellenboro; his beloved dog, Pixie Poo.

A private family graveside service will be held on Saturday at Trinity Baptist Church with the Rev. Mike Frazier officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:00am-9:45am on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at McKinney-Landreth & Carroll Funeral and Cremation Service.

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Christopher Paul Guffey - September 08, 1967 - June 14, 2015

Departed: 06/14/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: MOORESBORO - Christopher Paul Guffey, 47 of 223 Montgomery Ex., Mooresboro, died on Sunday, June 14, 2015 at SECU Hospice House, Forest City. A native of Cleveland County, he was born on September 8, 1967 and is survived by his father Howard Ray Guffey and wife Gail and mother Amelia Padgett Richards and husband Dale . He was employed in Builders in the construction business. He was a member of Ellenboro Presbyterian Church. He collected rocks and loved having a good time.

He is also survived by three sons, Stephen Cook of Ellenboro, Christopher Guffey of Mooresboro, Grayson Guffey of Forest City; a daughter Lillianna Peterson of Mooresboro; two brothers Steven Weast and Michael Weast of Ellenboro; two sisters Alison Smith of Ellenboro and Chrystal Guffey of Cherokee; grandchildren Liam Cook and Levi Cook; grandmother, Ruth Padgett of Mooresboro.

Memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM. June 17, 2015 at A.C. McKinney Memorial Chapel with Rev. Sam Henderson officiating. Visitation will follow after the service.

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Jesse Willard Harris - January 26, 1932 - June 13, 2015

Departed: 06/13/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: MOORESBORO - Jesse Willard Harris, 83, of McCraw Road, Mooresboro, died on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at Hospice of Cleveland County at Wendover. A native of Rutherford County, he was born on January 26, 1932, a son of the late James Willard Harris and Pearl Octavia Fox Harris. He was retired from Duke Power and was a member of Camps Creek Baptist Church. Mr. Harris was also a member of the Cliffside Masonic Lodge #460 AF&AM and was an avid NASCAR fan.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Mozelle Holt Harris, and his brothers and sisters, Hazel Barnes, Homer Harris, Mozelle Hardin, Author Harris, Viola Jones and Ethel Hamrick. He is survived by numerous nephews, nieces, great nephews, and great nieces.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00pm on Wednesday, June 17, 2015 at Camps Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Buddy Morehead officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service in the sanctuary. Burial will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2015 at Cleveland Memorial Park.

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Rocky Dale Jones - June 27, 1962 - June 13, 2015

Departed: 06/13/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: CHESNEE, S.C. - Rocky Dale Jones, 52, of Jonestown Road, Chesnee, South Carolina, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, June 13, 2015 after a brief illness.

Born June 27, 1962 in Spartanburg, he was a son of the late Claude Jones and Rhoda "Bobbie" McKinney Jones and attended Tabernacle of Love.

Surviving are his sisters, Brenda Inman (Ronnie) of Chesnee, Rita Henderson (Hershel) of Chesnee and several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Jerry Jones.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 20, 2015 at Tabernacle of Love, 287 Jonestown Road, Chesnee, SC with the Reverend Pettie Durham officiating.

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Merry Christie Church - December 25, 1953 - June 07, 2015

Departed: 06/07/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: ELLENBORO - Merry Christie Church, 61, of Tiney Road, Ellenboro, died on Sunday, June 07, 2015 at Willow Ridge Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. A native of Cleveland County, she was born on December 25, 1953, a daughter of the late William Enoch Church and Margaret Cash Church. She was retired from Scientific Atlanta. She was of the Baptist faith and loved to sing.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by two sisters, Judy Cross and Naomi Sewell; one brother, Paul Church. She is survived by one brother, Rev. Eddie Church of Ellenboro; one sister, Pat Silver of Sandy Mush.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00pm on Tuesday, June 09, 2015 at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, Bostic, with the Rev. Paul White and Rev. Eddie Church officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the service at the church.

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Bonnie Lee Lyons DeHaas - September 19, 1951 - June 06, 2015

Departed: 06/06/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: CHESNEE - Bonnie Lee Lyons DeHaas, 63 of Highway 11 West, Chesnee, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, June 6, 2015 at her residence.

Born September 19, 1951 in Erie, Pennsylvania, she was a daughter of the late Leon Edward Lyons and Marjorie Ellen Brine Lyons. She was employed with Greenville Hospital System Cancer Institute where she was a Medical Transcriptionist and attended Chesnee United Methodist Church.

Surviving are her husband, Scott DeHaas of Erie, PA; son, Jon Lyons of Chesnee; sister, Phyllis Knapp of Chesnee; grandchildren, Michael Lyons and Jesse James Lyons both of Chesnee; several special nieces and nephews and her beloved K-9 friend Bailey.

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Kenneth Hugh Humphries, Sr. - January 15, 1950 - June 02, 2015

Departed: 06/02/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Kenneth Hugh Humphries, Sr., 65, of Case Avenue, Spartanburg, died on Tuesday, June 02, 2015 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills of Landrum, SC. A native of Rutherford County, he was born on January 15, 1950, a son of the late Garther Gail Humphries and Effie Lee Daggerhart Humphries. He was a retired electrician and loved country music.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Ferguson Humprhies. He is survived by his son, Kenneth Humphries, Jr. and wife Brenda of Forest City; one daughter, Kathy Holland and husband Kelvin; his brother, Donald Humphries and wife Ann of Spartanburg; one sister, Linda Short of Inman, SC; his grandchildren, Makayla Marie Humphries and Kenneth Cole Humphries, III.

A Celebration of Mr. Humphries Life will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, June 06, 2015 at The A.C. McKinney Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Tommy Turner officiating. Visitation will be held immediately following the service.

Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of the Carolina Foothills, 260 Fairwinds Drive, Landrum, SC 29356.

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Catherine Louise Bostic Harris - August 06, 1928 - May 29, 2015

Departed: 05/29/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: RUTHERFORDTON - Catherine Louise Bostic Harris, 86, a resident of Holly Springs Senior Citizens Home, Rutherfordton, died on Friday, May 29, 2015. A native of Cleveland County, she was born on August 06, 1928, a daughter of the late Chivous Lee Bostic and Beulah Holland Bostic. She was retired from First Citizens Bank - Cliffside Branch. She was a charter member of Liberty Baptist Church and loved to travel.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Walter Bostic and Charles Bostic. She is survived by her son, Dwayne Harris and wife Jamie of Rutherfordton; three daughters, Rebecca Gill and husband Andrew of Boston, MA, Janna Harris of Charlotte and Kathy Harris and husband Terry of Cliffside; her grandchildren, Max Alexander, Teddy Alexander, Leanne Beck, Matt Harris and wife Kaye, Nicole Harris, Madalyn Harris, Malarie Harris, Weston Harris, and Marla Harris; her great grandchildren, Faith Harris, Andrew Harris and Luke Pucci.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00pm on Monday, June 01, 2015 at Liberty Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Mack Tester and Rev. Owen Duncan officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service and at other times at the home of her son.

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Virginia Sutley Redfoot - May 16, 1926 - May 28, 2015

Departed: 05/28/2015 (Cliffside)

Obituary Preview: MOORESBORO - Virginia Sutley Redfoot, 89, of Twin Creeks Road, Mooresboro, formerly of Hartstown and Cochranton, PA, died Thursday, May 28, 2015 at SECU Hospice House of Rutherford County. Mrs. Redfoot was born May 16, 1926, in Greenville, PA, a daughter of the late Marion Sutley and Marian Melvin Williams. She worked at Packard Electric in Warren, Ohio for over 20 years. In her retirement she was an active participant and instructor at the Meadville Senior Resource Center. Mrs. Redfoot and her husband, William, moved to Mooresboro, NC in 2012 where she became a member of the Liberty Baptist Church.

In addition to her husband, Bill, of 69 years, she is survived by her children, Frances Adams (Harold) and Richard Redfoot (Christa); her grandchildren, Nicole Barrett (Timothy), Luke Adams (Jessica), Richard Redfoot, and Robert Redfoot (Tamera); her great grandchildren, Jack, Anna, Cooper, Libbie, Max, Rosie, Jack, Jesse and Kinley. Mrs. Redfoot was a woman of God and loved her family.

A church service celebrating the life of Mrs. Redfoot was held at Liberty Baptist Church in Ellenboro, North Carolina on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at 3:00pm. Visitation was held two hours prior to the service at the church.

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