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Obituary Preview: Cleveland Darrell Hamlett, 66, resident of Epworth, husband of Lisa Leslie Hamlett, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Self Regional Healthcare.Born October 29, 1957, in Martinsville, VA, he was a son of the late Vernell Cleveland and Betty Campbell Hamlett. Darrell was a graduate of Greenwood High School and owned Backyard Auto Sales. He loved spending time with family and friends, especially his granddaughter, Lydia. She was the light of his life. Darrell also enjoyed boating and watching western movies and tv shows.He was a member of Kinard United Methodist Church and past member of Sertoma.Surviving in addition to his wife of the home are a daughter, Leslie Lemmons and her husband Roy of Epworth; a granddaughter, Lydia Lemmons; a daughter, Gina Hamlett of Greenwood; a brother, Clarence Bradley Hamlett and wife Amy of Epworth; and two sisters, Beth Hamlett of Waterloo and Cheryl Blackwell and husband Charlie of Greenwood.He was predeceased by a sister, Everline “Lynn” Hamlett Reep; two brothers, Marvin Lee Hamlett and Jody Bart Hamlett.A memorial service will be conducted 2 PM Sunday, March 10, 2024 at Kinard United Methodist Church with Rev. Arthur Gamble and Rev. Bobby Gilbert officiating.Pallbearers will be Richard Childes, Timmy Price, Allen Fortner, Joel Manley, Eric McMahan, and Dennis Clark.The family will receive friends at Blyth Funeral Home from 5-7 PM Saturday, March 9, 2024.In honor of Darrell's celebration of life, the family asks that everyone wears bright and cheerful colors. If you have a memory of Darrell, we ask you to write it down and bring it to receiving of friends, to the funeral, or on his tribute wall.

Obituary Preview: Nicholas Otis “Buck” Brown, Jr., 60, resident of Blyth Road, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Hospice & Palliative Care of the Piedmont.Born May 27, 1963, in Greenwood, SC, he was a son of the late Nicholas Otis Brown, Sr. and Iris Kelly Brown. He attended Greenwood High School and worked in landscaping.Buck was a member of Callie Self Memorial Baptist Church.Surviving are a son, Nicholas Otis “Nickey” Brown, III of Greenwood; a sister, Effie Calloway; two nieces, Allison McAlister and Chrystal Voiselle both of Greenwood; ten great nieces and nephews.He was predeceased by an infant brother, Jacob Brown.A graveside service will be conducted at 11 AM Monday at Overbrook Cemetery with Rev. Randy Ouzts officiating.

Obituary Preview: Calvin William “Billy” Barrett, II, 67, resident of Shaw Court in Waterloo, husband of Susan Lark Barrett, passed away Monday, March 4, 2024, at Self Regional Healthcare.Born December 2, 1956, he was a son of Sybil James Barrett and the late Calvin William He was a graduate of Laurens High School and enjoyed playing the drums in the school band. Billy was a painter by trade, an avid fisherman, enjoyed drag boating, and spending time with family and friends.Surviving in addition to his wife of the home and his mother of Waterloo, are a son, Kevin Barrett of Waterloo.No services are planned at this time.

Obituary Preview: Ruth Imogene Rowe, 92, of Greenwood, South Carolina, formerly of Frederick, Maryland, died on March 2, 2024 at National Healthcare in Greenwood, South Carolina.Born September 15, 1931, in Shookstown, Maryland to the late William H. “Bill” and Ruth A. (Blank) Shoemaker, Imogene lived most of her life in the Shookstown community. There she was a member of Edgewood First Church of God, and where she served as officer of many organizations including the United Civic Association of Shookstown, Edgewood and Rocky Springs, The Gambrill Park Homemaker’s Association, her Sunday School Class, the Over 55 Singles Group and other organizations. She organized the Shookstown Treasure Hunt which ran for several years. Imogene loved organizing parties and games for everyone. She sold Avon for a number of years and was previously employed with Fisher Lang, J.C.Penney’s and Linton, Shafer and Company where she greeted everyone with a smile. She was a 1950 graduate of Frederick High School.Imogene was the matriarch of her family and is most lovingly remembered by her six children: Deborah Burchardt and husband Doug of Hardeeville, SC, Kathy Herrin and husband Dwight of Greenwood, SC, Russ Chatman and wife Naomi of Garner, NC, Lisa Johnson and husband Warren of Smithsburg, MD, Olivia Reynolds of Greenwood, SC, and Ellen Buchman and husband Scott of Hampstead, MD. Also surviving are twelve grandchildren, Gretchen Peck, Joshua Chatman, Jeremy Chatman, Cassie Chatman, Logan Chatman, Lauren Bankert, Aaron Johnson, Lindsey Reynolds, Chris Reynolds, Jr., Emily Reynolds, Devon Buchman, Myranda Buchman and six great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her brother, William Lavier Shoemaker and her son-in-law, Chris Reynolds, Sr.Visitation will be held on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 12 noon at the Resthaven Funeral Home Chapel, 9501 Catoctin Mountain Highway, Frederick, MD followed by the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. Rob Wills officiating. Interment will follow.

Obituary Preview: Haislee Grace Shealy, a daughter of Kortney Marie Price and Adam Lee Shealy, born on February 26, 2024, in Greenwood, passed away Friday, March 1, 2024, at Prisma Health in Greenville.In addition to her parents, she is survived by her sister, Wrenlee Shealy of the home; paternal grandparents, Bobby and Lisa Turner Shealy of Saluda; maternal grandparents, Jason Price of Hodges and Melissa Jacks of Greenwood; maternal great-grandparents, David and Michelle Jacks of Georgia and David and Donna Price of Hodges; paternal great-grandparents, Ray and Teresa Turner of Saluda.No services are planned at this time.

Obituary Preview: William Earl Harrison, 81, resident of Callison, passed away Monday, February 26, 2024, at his home.Born March 19, 1942, in Greenwood, SC, he was the son of the late Edward Earl and Frances Adams Harrison. He was a 1960 graduate of Greenwood High School and retired from Moore Business Forms. Earl served in the South Carolina National Guard. He was an avid vegetable gardener, naturalist, and enjoyed carpentry.Earl was a lifetime member of the Handyman Society.He was the last member of his immediate family. Surviving are two nieces, Diane Smith (Steve) of Level Land, and Michelle Farver (Gary) of Callison; and other nieces and nephews.He was predeceased by a sister, Linda Faye Scott.A memorial service will be held at 2 PM Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Rehoboth United Methodist Church with Rev. Carol Peppers Wray officiating.The family is at their respective homes and will receive friends at the church immediately following the service.Memorials may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care of the Piedmont, 408 W. Alexander Ave. Greenwood, SC 29649 or to Humane Society of Greenwood, P.O. Box 49776 Greenwood, SC 2964.

Obituary Preview: Norris Laverne Dawson, Jr., 70, resident of Scotts Ferry Road, husband of Debra Louise Barr Dawson, passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024, at MUSC Medical Center in Charleston.Born February 23,1954, in Coos Bay, OR, he was a son of the late Norris Laverne Dawson, Sr., and Elizabeth “Betty” Cantrell Dawson. He attended Ontario and Montclair High Schools in California. Norris was a US Army Veteran and retired in 2016 from Dematic Corporation out of Grand Rapids, MI.Norris was a member of Mountain Creek Baptist Church.Surviving in addition to his wife of 39 years are a daughter, Layla Sabrina Dawson Andrews of Orange Beach, AL; a son, Jason Andrew Barr of Paso Robles, CA; three grandchildren, Kingston Duncan, Berlynn Barr, and Tristan Barr; an uncle, Glenn Cantrell; and numerous cousins.A memorial service will be conducted 2:00 pm Friday at Mountain Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Chuck Keller officiating.Honorary escort will be Burt Wetzel, Warren Johnson, Greg Gordy, Jason Barr, Johnny Barr and David Barr.Private burial will be in the church cemetery.The family is at the home on Scotts Ferry Road and will receive friends at the church immediately following the service.

Obituary Preview: Herbert Earl Brown, 87, resident of Cedar Springs Road, husband of Jeanette Lee Brown, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Richard M. Campbell Veterans Nursing Home.Born February 9, 1937, in McCormick, he was a son of the late James Herbert Brown and Agnes Gilmer Drennan. Mr. Brown attended McCormick County Schools and retired from the United States Air Force with rank of Sargent after twenty years. After his military service, he was a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service.He was a member of Troy Baptist Church.Surviving in addition to his wife of the home are one son, Michael Brown of Greenwood; one daughter, Kelly Hawthorne of Piedmont; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.He was twice married first to the late Barbara Ann Brown. Mr. Brown was also preceded in death by daughter, Kristie Fergerson; a granddaughter, Melissa Brown; step-son, Eddie Strother; two brothers, Perry Brown and Bobby Brown; and one sister, Dot Trantham.Funeral services will be held at 3 pm on Tuesday from the Blyth Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Earle Readlett officiating.

Obituary Preview: Carolyn DeHart Mooney, 80, resident of Cambridge Ave West., twice married first to the late Clarence Teddy Hawkins and then Melvin Mooney, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2024 at NHC of Greenwood.Born August 14, 1943, in Pomaria, she was a daughter of the late William C. and Lollage Wicker DeHart. She was employed by Self Regional Healthcare as a surgical technician until her retirement after forty years of service.Mrs. Mooney was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church and the Frank Shealy Sunday School class. She was a life member of Greenwood No. 1654 Chapter of Women of the Moose, as well as a member of the Mary Pinckney Ouzts Chapter No. 1, Order of the Eastern Star, and the Beulah Baker Circle, Joy Group and WELCA.Surviving are a son, Stuart Hawkins (Angie) of Travelers Rest; three step-sons, Dennis Mooney (Meghan) of Ashburn, VA, Michael Mooney (Dona) of Zebulon, NC, and Greg Mooney (Mary) of Dazell, SC; one sister, Nancy Clem of Summerville; two grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be conducted at 2 pm Saturday at Immanuel Lutheran Church with Order of the Eastern Star after the service.Entombment will follow at Oakbrook Memorial Park.The family will receive friends at Blyth Funeral Home 6-7:30 PM Friday evening.Pallbearers will be Kevin Basset, Greg Lutz, David Watkins, Robert DeHart, Wayne Boozer, and Eric Todd.Memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church Elevator Fund, 501 Creswell Ave E, Greenwood, SC 29646, Grand Chapter SC order of the Eastern Star Service Dogs in Shirley Loftis, 207 Agnew Road Greenwood, SC 29649, or to Moose Charity’s, 155 South International Drive Moose Heart, IL 60539-1100.

Obituary Preview: Naomi McCullah Payne, 91, resident of Greenwood, widow of James Ervin Payne, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024 at Wesley Commons Health & Rehab Center.Born May 30, 1932, in Habersham, TN, she was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Laura Douglas McCullah. Mrs. Payne attended Furman University and was the Assistant Director of the Preschool program at Buncombe Street United Methodist Church in Greenville.She was a member of Rock Presbyterian Church and the Women’s Circle at the church. Mrs. Payne was also a volunteer candy striper at Greenville Hospital.Surviving are her children, Beth Taylor and husband Van of Greenwood, Linda Blackwell and husband David of Lancaster, Frank Larkin and wife Julie of Charleston, and Ben Larkin of Atlanta; and grandchildren, Aaron (Elizabeth) Taylor, Joseph Taylor, Reese (Sarah) Blackwell, Larkin (Ross) Julian, Tripp Larkin, Clair Larkin, and Preston Larkin; eight great-grandchildren, Dylan White, Caleb White, A.V. Taylor, Sergey Taylor, Mary Taylor, Pierce Julian, Freeman Blackwell, and Scarlett Julian; one sister, Essie Ayers, and two brothers, Bill McCullah and Earl McCullah, all of Tennessee.In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Payne was preceded in death by one daughter, Dianna Larkin.A memorial service will be held at 2 pm on Sunday at Rock Presbyterian Church with Dr. Chris Leonard officiating.The family will receive friends immediately following the service.

Obituary Preview: Thomas Morton, 86, resident of Chipley Road, widower of Mildred Syrkett Morton, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024, next to faithful companion Labrador Retriever, Blackey.Born November 15, 1937, in Greenwood, he was a son of the late Ernest and Rosa Green Morton. Mr. Morton was a physical therapy assistant for Self Regional Healthcare until he retired. He loved to cook and was an avid gardener, but most of all, he loved his family and friends. You could always count on Mr. Morton to be dressed sharp and speaking his mind.He was a past member of Pine Grove A.M.E. Church and in the recent years a member of Holy Redeemer Church.Surviving are two sons, Tony Morton of Greenwood, and Darren (Sabrina) Morton of Mauldin; two daughters, Rev. Melody Morton of Greenwood, and Sandy Henderson of Atlanta; two brothers, Robert (Emma) Greene, and Clemson (Gloria) Pellen, both of Greenwood; one sister, Lula Welton of Cokesbury; two sons-in-law, Bruce Moore of Cokesbury, and Theodore Moore of Greenwood; seven grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his cousin, Alice Hentz, who was more like a sister.In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Morton was preceded in death by two daughters, Dianna Moore and Wanda Moore.A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Tuesday from the Blyth Funeral Home Chapel.The family will be at the home of his daughter, Rev. Melody Morton, 318 Possum Hollow Road, Greenwood, SC 29646 and will receive friends following the memorial service.Honorary pallbearers will be the members of Self Regional Physical Therapy staff.

Obituary Preview: Vivian W. Anders, 88, of 1110 Marshall Road, passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at Wesley Commons Health and Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Anders was born and raised in Bakersville, NC. She was preceded in death by her parents Brown F. Wilson and Trula Willis Wilson of Bakersville, NC; and her husband, Kenneth C. Anders, Jr. of Greenwood, SC.Surviving are her son, Greg Anders and wife Cindy of Greenwood, SC; brother, Thomas Wilson and wife Beth of Bakersville, NC; brother, James Wilson and wife Mary Jo of Boyne City, MI; brother, Morris Wilson and wife Carol of Jensen Beach, FL; niece, Sharon Wilson Haddad; and niece, Carla Albrecht.Mrs. Anders was a 1953 graduate of Bowman High School in Bakersville, NC, and Blanton’s Business College of Asheville, NC. She married Kenneth C. Anders in 1955 and was his devoted wife and partner for 62 years.After a few years working as a bookkeeper for companies in Asheville, NC and Greenville, SC, she devoted the rest of her life to homemaking, supporting her husband, raising her son, and volunteering for various organizations. Most notably, she served tirelessly for over 20 years in the Self Regional Hospital Gift Shop, where her co-workers affectionately referred to her as “The Rose Queen,” in honor of her and skills for lovingly creating the flower arrangements sold to visitors.Mrs. Anders was a member of the First Baptist of Greenwood, where she served as a children’s Sunday School teacher and offered her time and talent for various committees and special ministries.Throughout her life she faithfully served her family and friends, using her God-given talents and self-taught skills for cooking, gardening, flower arranging, carpentry, painting and interior decorating. She was an avid Bridge player, a devoted North Carolina Basketball fan, a voracious reader of mystery and romance books, and loving grandma for her granddog, Ollie.A service of remembrance will be held at the Oakbrook Cemetery Mausoleum on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 2:30 pm, with visitation immediately prior at 1:30 pm. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Amy Jennings, with Dr. Keith Jameson singing.

Obituary Preview: Roseanne Napier Riddick, 67, resident of McCormick, wife of Walter E. Riddick, Jr., passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Self Regional Healthcare.Born August 17, 1956, in Aiken, she was a daughter of the late Billy Ray and Rosemary Hendricks Napier. Roseanne graduated from Aiken High School and Columbia College. She retired from Apple.She was a longtime member and Sexton of Trinity Lutheran Church of Staten Island.Surviving in addition to her husband are two sons, Ian Riddick of Palm Coast, FL., and Ethan Riddick of Staten Island, NY.; and one sister, Susan (Tim) Key of North Augusta.A memorial service will be at 11 am on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the Lutheran Church By The Lake of McCormick.Memorials may be made to the McCormick County Democrat Party, PO Box 82, McCormick, SC 29835.

Obituary Preview: Bernice Boyd Gantt,82, resident of Beechwood Circle, wife of Jerry Craig Gantt, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at her home.Born January 18, 1942, in Greenwood, she was a daughter of the late Enoch Thomas “Jack” Boyd and Helen Kimsey Boyd. Mrs. Gantt was a 1969 graduate of Lander College and received her Master’s degree in nursing from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. She retired from the Greenwood County Health Department as County Nurse Supervisor.Surviving in addition to her husband of the home are two sons, Craig (Melissa) Gantt and Brad Gantt all of Greenwood; four brothers, Dale (Joyce) Boyd, Gerald (Linda) Boyd, Larry (Ruth) Boyd all of Greenwood, and Stanley (Dianne) Boyd of Ninety Six; two grandchildren, Kolby Gantt and Kylie Gantt of Greenwood; and a caregiver, Mary Tolbert.Funeral services will be held at 12 noon on Thursday from the Blyth Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mark Lowe officiating.Burial will follow in Oakbrook Memorial Park.The family will receive friends at the funeral home starting at 11 am until the service hour.Pallbearers will be Chris Boyd, Mike Gantt, Derek Gantt, Darrin Boyd, Mike Boyd, Austin Styron, Steve Gantt, and Kolby Gantt.Honorary escort will be former employees of the Greenwood County Health Department.

Obituary Preview: William Gary Roper, 87, of Greenwood, husband of Jane Roper, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont.Born January 2, 1937 in Easley, SC, he was the son of the late William Morris and Ethel Mae Powell Roper. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are his daughters, Robyn Roper Agnew (Paul), Kristi Roper Hays, both of Greenwood, his grandson, William R. (Will) Hays of Greenville, his step-daughter, Hannah Pfeiffer (Jim) of Tallahassee, FL, and his step-granddaughter, Gracen Gantt of Greenwood. He is also survived by two special sisters-in-law, Susan Burton and Dolores Purdue, as well as close family friend and “fourth” daughter, Tammy Roundtree Sampson, all of Greenwood.Upon graduating from Easley High School in 1955 and following an impressive textile league baseball career, Gary entered Wofford College on a football and baseball scholarship. Following an injury, he enlisted in the United States Army and served his country for two years. He completed his education at Erskine College in 1965, earning the B.S. in Health and Physical Education. During this time, he also served as playground coordinator at the Greenwood YMCA, which was foundational to his long and successful career mentoring youth.In 1965 Gary officially assumed the role of “Coach Roper” when he was hired as head football coach at Northside Junior High in Greenwood. He served in that capacity until his retirement in 1992, amassing a record of 168-39-3 and winning 17 city championships. He also served as head baseball coach at Greenwood High School from 1982-1992 and, upon retirement from District 50, was asked to begin an eight-man football program at Cambridge Academy. Throughout his career, he was active in the South Carolina Coaches Association and regularly participated in the annual coaching clinics. While Coach Roper was a fierce competitor and enjoyed winning, his primary focus was on player development, both athletic and personal. He mentored countless young men and consistently modeled honesty, integrity, discipline, kindness, and self-respect. He instilled confidence in his players, encouraged them, loved them, and had an uncanny knack for bringing out their best. In the weeks prior to his death, many of those he coached visited him, both sharing and demonstrating how he positively influenced their lives.Gary was a member of St. Mark United Methodist Church for almost 50 years. There he served on the education committee and as an usher, played in the church softball league, participated in the men’s fellowship group and FCA. Gary loved the outdoors and spent many hours fishing and hunting with friends. He was also an avid golfer, with six holes in one to his credit. He enjoyed his leadership role in the CSRA Seniors Golf Association, served as a ranger at Hunters Creek Golf Course, and always looked forward to weekend golf trips to Santee with his buddies. Gary loved gathering with his family at his home in Hunters Creek. He was a dedicated Gamecock fan, and attended many sporting events through the years on the USC campus. Another of his favorite pastimes was meeting friends at the Dixie for coffee and conversation.Gary never met a stranger, remembered everyone he ever taught or coached, thought it important to call others by their name, and treated each and every person with respect and kindness.A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 24 at South Main Baptist Church, with Reverend Jason Wilson and Reverend Joey Gambrell of St. Mark UMC, as well as Reverend Johnnie Waller officiating.Pallbearers will be Bill Lloyd, John Thompson, Ben Marcengill, Craig Whitt, Charles Lockhart, Jim Martin, Dexter Fisher, and Gil Cade. Special escort will be Dr. Tom Stevens.Honorary escort will be Coach Roper’s former football and baseball players, as well as his assistant coaches.Burial with military honors will immediately follow at Oakbrook Memorial Park.Visitation will be held at Blyth Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 23.The family would like to extend sincere thanks to the staff at Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont for the love and compassion they showed “Coach,” both while he was at home and in residential care.Memorials may be made to the Coach Gary Roper Scholarship Fund at the Lakelands YMCA, Connie Maxwell Children’s Ministries, or St. Mark United Methodist Church.

Obituary Preview: Carol Lee Van Horn Dean, 83, resident of Mariners Cove Road, wife of Roger J. Dean, passed away Monday, February 19, 2024, at her home.Born August 12, 1940, in Clarksburg, WV, she was a daughter of the late Emerson and Lorena Fern Lawson Van Horn. A 1958 graduate of Washington Irvin High School in Clarksburg, WV, she attended Greenville Technical College, and was a graduate of cosmetology school in Steubenville, Ohio. Carol formerly was employed as a data entry person and was a mentor to children ending her work career with South Carolina Mentors.A member of The Episcopal Church of the Resurrection and the Woman’s Club of Ware Shoals, and she was also former Girl Scout Leader.Surviving in addition to her husband of 63 years are two daughters, Lorena Dean Adkins of Greer and Felisha Moore Dean of the home; two grandchildren, Heather Fowler and Ashley Bilyeu; six great-grandchildren, Sean Fowler, Landon Fowler, Lilian Fowler, Jayson Taylor, Konner Pace, and Braxton Johnson.She was predeceased by a son, Jewell Emerson Dean; a daughter, Melanie Jeanette Bigan; a sister, Nancy Strunger of Greenville.Funeral services will be conducted at 11 AM Monday, February 26, 2024 at The Episcopal Church of the Resurrection with The Rev. Mary Balfour Dunlap officiating.Burial will follow at Oakbrook Memorial Park.The family will receive friends at the church in Emmaus Hall from 10-11 Monday morning.Memorials may be to The Episcopal Church of the Resurrection for Daughters of the King, 700 Main St S, Greenwood, SC 29646.

Obituary Preview: Carol Jane Utt DeJong, 75, resident of Crestview Drive, wife of Martin DeJong, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024, at McCall Hospice House in Simpsonville.Born February 10, 1949, in Mt. Airy, NC, she was a daughter of the late Ivan Utta and Goldie Semones Utt. She was a graduate of Mt. Airy High School and a graduate of Tusculum University and attended Wake Forest. Carol was a member of Northside Baptist Church.Surviving in addition to her husband of 36 years are a sister, Judy Bozeman (Mike) of Charlotte, NC.A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Obituary Preview: Robert “Bob” Goodman Pridmore, Jr., 83, resident of Stanley Avenue, husband of Paula Griffin Pridmore, passed away Friday, February 16, 2024, at his home.Born March 2, 1940, in Arlington, VA, he was the son of the late Kathleen Collins Pridmore and Robert Goodman Pridmore, Sr. He was a 1958 graduate of Westminster High School and a 1965 graduate of Piedmont College in Demorest, GA. Bob was a US Navy Veteran and retired from Eaton Corporation. He previously worked with Parke-Davis, McGraw-Edison, Roberts Foundry and several other places.He was a member of St. Mark United Methodist Church.Surviving in addition to his wife of 63 years are a son, Robert Paul Pridmore (Margaret) of Ninety Six; a daughter, Kim Pridmore of Greenwood; four grandchildren, Julia McClanahan (Zach), Katherine Ashley (Andrew), Emily Graulich (Alex), Austin Stone (Chelsi Abbott); and four great-grandchildren.A private memorial service will be held at a later date.Memorials may be made to Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation, 106 Gregor Mendel Circle Greenwood, SC 29646.Blyth Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the Pridmore family with arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Grover Olivio Timmons, 80, resident of Blyth Avenue, passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Upstate Community Hospice House in Landrum, SC.Born September 30, 1943, in Piedmont, SC, he was a son of the late Grover Cleveland and Carol Moody Timmons. He was a 1960 graduate of Piedmont High School and a 1964 graduate of North Greenville College, and attended Furman University. Grover was an US Army Veteran and retired from Lowes as an outside garden associate. He previously worked with Fuji Photo Film and Connie Maxwell.He was a member of Emerald Baptist Church.Surviving are two daughters, Laura Timmons (Heather Yevcak) and Melissa T. Pellin both of Spartanburg; two sisters, Elise Style of Travelers Rest and Elaine Hudgins (Mike) of Taylors; and a grandson, Ronald Pellin of Cullowhee, NC.A memorial service will be conducted 11:00am at Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Grove Station Baptist Church in Piedmont, SC.The family will receive friends at Grove Station Baptist Church from 10-11 Saturday morning.A burial will be at a later date at Dolly Cooper Veterans Cemetery in Anderson, SC.Memorials may be made to Emerald Baptist Church, 110 Laurel Avenue East Greenwood, SC 29649 or Upstate Community Hospice House - Agape Care, 260 Fairwinds Dr, Landrum, SC 29356.Blyth Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the Timmons family with arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Edith Naomi Mann Dunning, 98, resident of NHC Greenwood, former resident of Cross Hill, widower of Bernard Dunning, passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024 Hospice & Palliative Care of the Piedmont.Born July 16, 1925, in Plainfield, NJ, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Margaret Cressman Mann. Mrs. Dunning attended Bible College in Nyack, NY where she met her husband, Bernard. In 1980, Edith and her husband, organized and pastored the International Alliance Church of Providence, Rhode Island made up largely of Cambodian refugees that had fled the war. Together they served as missionaries in Cambodia, Philippines, and pastored various churches in the US. After the death of her beloved husband in 2001, Mrs. Dunning moved to Greenwood from Rhode Island. After moving to Greenwood, she continued her ministry of encouragement by writing and sending daily devotionals to her many friends. She enjoyed teaching and playing piano, as well as working crossword puzzles.Surviving are a son, Darrell Dunning (Angela) of Cross Hill; grandchildren, Jonathan Dunning (Crystal) of Henderson, NV, Tara Rhodes (Ben) of Cross Hill, and Heather Harvley (Sammy) of Greenwood; six great-grandchildren, Kadence Smith (Jonathan), Aiden Harvley, Ashland Harvley, all of Greenwood, Jameson Dunning, Lachlan Dunning, and Whitman Dunning, all of Henderson, NV; her sister, Marilyn Martin of Hoover, AL; and many nieces and nephews.In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Dunning was predeceased by a daughter, Pannaree Dunning; and brother, Elwood Mann (Elsie).Funeral services will be held at 2 pm on Tuesday from the Blyth Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Archie Moore officiating.The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1-2 Tuesday afternoon.Pallbearers will be Sammy Harvley, Ben Rhodes, Travis McCary, Bo McCary, Jonathan Smith, Randy Randall, Chip Rush and Aiden Harvley.Burial will be held at a later date in Steep Falls, Maine.

Obituary Preview: Sherri AndersonSherri Lee Petersen Anderson, 69, resident of Saddle Hill, wife of Michael Dwain Anderson, passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024, at her home. Surviving in addition to her husband are her daughter, Jessica (Brian) Dooley of Moncks Corner; grandson, Quinn Dooley; and brother, Matthew Petersen of Johnston, IA.Born April 2, 1954, in Atlantic, Iowa, she was a daughter of the late Jess L. and Marilyn Petersen. She was an occupational therapist for the Greenwood Rehab Hospital, Wesley Commons and retired from Abbeville Nursing Home.Sherri devoted her life to caring for people, whether that was her family or her occupational therapy patients. First in healthcare, then as a stay at home mom, and finally as she completed her Occupational Therapy degree from College of St. Mary’s, Sherri always found ways to shine and care for others. She had an indomitable will and inner strength that saw her through challenges that would have made others give up. She was an avid gardener who loved spending time with her family. Her happiest moments were spent with her grandson Quinn, playing, reading, swimming, and snuggling up to watch favorite holiday shows.She will forever be missed and her memory cherished.Sherri was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. The family requests that memorials be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 915 Mathis Rd, Greenwood, SC 29649.A memorial mass will be conducted at 12 PM Friday, February 16, 2023, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Francisco Oñate-Vargas officiating.The family will receive friends at Blyth Funeral Home Thursday evening from 6-7:30 with a Rosary starting at 7.

Obituary Preview: Frank Marion Wideman, Jr., 93, resident of Sylvan Road, widower of Eleanor Anne Thompson Wideman, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024, at Hospice & Palliative Care of the Piedmont.Born July 29, 1930, in Greenwood, he was a son of the late Frank Marion, Sr. and Sarah Porter Wideman and was the youngest and last surviving of their nine children. He was a US Army Veteran of the Korean War and retired from Grimes Aerospace in Greenwood in 1993. After his retirement, he worked at Cedar Spring Golf Club.Mr. Wideman was a member of Lowell Street United Methodist Church as well as the Star Fort Golf Club and The Links at Stoney Point. He was a member of the Masons for 60 years.Surviving are his son, Dan Wideman and wife Kathy of Greenwood; his daughter, Porter Palmer and husband William of Florida; special nephew, Bobby Wideman; friends, Kris and Mike Brown and Annette Murray and Thomas Warren and Aaliyah Speaks; and his fishing buddy, Horace Files.A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Monday from the Blyth Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Viki Hydrick and Rev. Johnny Waller officiating.The family will receive friends immediately following the service.The Wideman family would like to thank the staff of The Oaks at Greenwood for the care and compassion given to their father.

Obituary Preview: Frank Allison Boxx, Jr., 72, husband of Emily Harroll Boxx, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024, at his beloved Farm in Ninety Six surrounded by his wife and son.Born May 10, 1951, in Greenwood, SC, he was a son of the late Gay Moon Boxx and Frank Allison Boxx, Sr. He spent his childhood in Greenwood at a time when kids could ride bikes all over town with no fear. Childhood friends became lifelong friends and baseball was their favorite game to play in the summer. Frank was a 1969 graduate of Greenwood High School and a graduate of Lander University receiving his degree in Education and Business.He retired from the Education Department at Leath Correctional facility in Greenwood after 28 years. Being an educator was his mission and helped many women’s receive their GED’s and opportunities for a better future. Wisdom and humor were a part of every lesson he taught to his students. Frank loved his family, good food, and drinking scotch, and listening to rock and roll.Surviving in addition to his wife of 52 years are a son, Patrick Grayson Boxx.Frank requested that there be no service but asked that he be remembered by a toast with a good scotch and some loud rock and roll playing.The family would like to give a special thank to the Agape Care of South Carolina and especially Lynda Bethany, Jane, Chaplain Rick, and Dr. Holmes.Memorials may be made to Agape Care of South Carolina, 326 Montague Avenue Greenwood, SC 29646 or to The Humane Society PO Box 49776 Greenwood, SC 29649.

Obituary Preview: Glenn Allison Wolff, Jr. “Butch” was born in Chattanooga, Tn on Sept 25th, 1953, to Glenn A Wolff and Clara Lea Wolff. He was oldest of their three children. Butch worked for 34 years with 27 years straight perfect attendance at Brock Candy Company. Butch’s loves were his family, especially his 2 nieces, the beach, shopping, movies, Elvis, Monkee’s, Beatles music and any restaurant. He enjoyed artwork and puzzles with Mom. He just enjoyed Living.God had a higher purpose for Butch’s life. If you were blessed to know him or his story, Butch was a Teacher, Disciple, and ultimate example of how to live life with Kindness and Strength.Butch always found Joy and Happiness in every minute and in every person he met. He had more challenges and obstacles to overcome than most. Yet he always kept a beautiful smile that concealed any pain. Butch had unbelievable strength and positive attitude to accept every challenge without question or pity. Over the past 3 years we have seen strength beyond understanding. Never complaining, never asking why me, never a cross word. Simply saying “I got this.The question of “Is the glass ½ full or ½ empty?” For Butch answer was easy, Doesn’t matter the size of the glass, as long as something is in it, that’s all you need.Butch will forever be our Hero, a silent Giant of Strength, Love, and Acceptance. He let his actions do all the talking. Absolutely the Best Person we’ve ever known.On February 8th, 2024, God called Butch home to walk Golden Beaches to pick up perfect shells.Glenn “Butch” Wolff Jr is survived by a family that loved him with all their hearts, Devoted Mom, Clara Lee, loving brother Gary Wolff (Rhonda Wolff) of Chattanooga, loving sister Karen Parker (Tommie Parker), 2 nieces that adored their uncle, Samantha and Cameron Parker of Greenwood, SC.Services will be at Chattanooga Funeral Home in Hixson, Tn on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 10:00am Visitation, Service to follow at 11:00 am.Services conducted by Patrick Horne, cousin. Pallbearers cousins – Kurt Horne, Mike Wolff, David Thurman, Lamar Thurman, Steven Thurman, Randy Bramblett

Obituary Preview: Vida Wham Griffin, 89, resident of Northside Drive East, widow of Hubert Dwight Griffin, passed away Saturday, February 3, 2024, at her home.Born May 23, 1934, in Abbeville, SC, she was a daughter of the late Alvin Hill Wham, Sr. and Minnie Meece Wham Ayers. She was a 1952 graduate of Abbeville High School, a graduate of Lander College, and obtained a Master’s Degree in French from Emory University. Vida taught in Ninety Six and Southside Junior High, Northside Junior High, and other schools in District 50, and sold Avon for many years. She was an avid Braves fan, bowler, and loved her family especially her grandchildren.A member of Laurel Baptist Church, she taught the Latham Ballew Leary Sunday School Class, was the Bible Drill Instructor, a choir member and her favorite word was “love”. Vida was known as the candy lady, she gave candy out everywhere she went.Surviving are two sons, Brian Griffin (Amy) of Greenwood and Jimmy Stroud (Jan) of Simpsonville; three stepchildren, Jenny Stuckey (John), Dwight Griffin (Denise) all of Niceville, FL, and Judy Griffin of Ninety Six; two brothers, John Ernest Wham (Ella) and George William Wham (Debbie) both of Greenwood; two sisters, Elizabeth “Betty” Wham Williams and life partner Leonard Brissie of Waterloo, Alina W. Sullivan of Greenwood; eight grandchildren, Katherine Mariani, Elizabeth Bogard (Brain), William Stuckey (Alexis), Justin Griffin (Becky), Jesi Dickinson (Jono), Elise Griffin, Nick Griffin, and Parker Stroud; and eight great-grandchildren.She was predeceased by two brothers, Sonny and Jimmy Wham; and a sister, Gladys Jean Wham Wilson.Funeral services will be conducted at 2 PM Saturday at Laurel Baptist Church with Rev. Frank Page and Rev. James Rogers officiating.Burial will follow at Greenwood Memorial Gardens.Pallbearers will be Parker Stroud, Nick Griffin, Jaxon Carter, and Luke Ergle.The family will receive friends at the church from 1-2 Saturday afternoon.The family would like to give a special thanks to her devoted caregivers; Lillie Faison, Martha Parks, Sadie Johnson, Angela Jones, and Ryan Gunter.