Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Indian Land and surrounding areas

John Henry McCaston

John Henry McCaston

Mar 2, 2026

Catawba, SC - Mr. John Henry McCaston, 73, died Monday, March 2, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center, Rock HIll, SC 

A native of Rock Hill, SC Mr. McCaston was a son of the late Hennes McCaston and Mary Frances Permenter McCaston.  He served his county for 6 years as a Sergeant in the United Sates Air Force.  He will be remembered...

Roxanna Froneberger Anderson

Roxanna Froneberger Anderson

Feb 27, 2026

Roxanna Froneberger Anderson, 84, of Rock Hill, SC passed away on Friday February 27th, 2026, at Atrium Health in Pineville, NC.

Roxanna, affectionately known as “Rocky” to those closest to her, was born on October 29th, 1941. She grew up in Gastonia, NC and graduated from Ashley High School.

Rocky attended Brenau University in Gainesville, GA, where she met her husband, Luther,...

Marybeth Margaret Robinson

Marybeth Margaret Robinson

Feb 27, 2026

Marybeth Margaret Robinson, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away unexpectedly in a tragic car accident on February 27, 2026. She was born on September 18, 1982, in Charlotte, North Carolina. 

Marybeth graduated from Appalachian State University and the Medical University of South Carolina. As a physical therapist, she was especially passionate about caring for older adults and brought compassion, dignity,...

Carmine Sabato

Carmine Sabato

Feb 26, 2026

Carmine Sabato, 103 years young, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026.

He was born on July 16, 1922 to the late Antonio Sabato and Angelina (Schepisi) Sabato. The sixth of eight children, Carmine was preceded in death by his siblings John, Tony, Anna (Caldarola), Bartholomew, Joseph, Salvatore and Jennie (Martino).

He proudly served during WWII from 1943-1945 as a U.S. Army...

Shawn Donald Pierce

Shawn Donald Pierce

Feb 25, 2026

Shawn Donald Pierce, 59, passed peacefully in his sleep on February 25, 2026, and woke up in the presence of his Heavenly Father.

Born in Bellevue, OH, Shawn lived life to the fullest. He graduated from Bellevue High School in 1985 and went on to study Metallurgical Engineering at The Ohio State University, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree. 

He worked as...

Kenneth Shehan Jr. "Kenny"

Kenneth Shehan Jr. "Kenny"

Feb 22, 2026

Kenneth Shehan Jr., known as Kenny, went to be with the Lord. He was a resident of Rock Hill.

Kenny worked as a hardwood floor finisher. He was an artist who loved music and had a deep love for his animals.

He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Shehan Sr.

He is survived by his loving partner, Monica Wright Wayt; his...

Billy Ray Haire

Billy Ray Haire

Feb 21, 2026

Fort Mill, SC - Mr. Billy Ray Haire passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. A lifelong native of Fort Mill, he was a son of the late Billy J. & Mary Parks Haire.

He was the owner and founder of Fort Mill Funeral Home. He attended Fort Mill schools and was a graduate...

Amber Danielle Cassell Becton

Amber Danielle Cassell Becton

Feb 20, 2026

Amber Danielle Cassell Becton, 33, of Rock Hill, SC, passed away on February 20, 2026.

Born on April 15, 1992, Amber was a beautiful spirit whose presence could never be ignored. She was joyful, wild, and unapologetically herself. Amber was always incredibly brave in the face of life’s hardships. A childhood cancer survivor, she carried within her a rare strength, resilience,...

Colton Thomas Brown

Colton Thomas Brown

Feb 20, 2026

Colton Thomas Brown, age 18, of Fort Mill, SC, passed away on February 20, 2026.

Born on October 7, 2007 to Daniel and Melissa Brown. Colton was a Senior at Catawba Ridge High School. He was known by his friends and family for his warm smile, caring nature, and his ability to make people laugh.

Colton was in the top 15% of...

John Franklin Krumwiede

John Franklin Krumwiede

Feb 20, 2026

John F. Krumwiede of Rock Hill, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away Friday, February 20, 2026. Born on September 4, 1937, in Kankakee, Illinois, son of the late Franklin and Helen (Knapp) Krumwiede.

Loving father of Laura K. (James) Hartwell of MD, Lisa M. (Michael) Brown of MD, and Linda B. (Raymond) Piedt of Fort Mill. Grandfather of Elizabeth, Andrew, Jack,...

Judy Efird Helms

Judy Efird Helms

Feb 20, 2026

Judy Efird Helms, age 79, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 20, 2026.

Judy was born on April 30, 1946, to Spencer and Mary Efird. She grew up on Williamson Street and attended Fort Mill Schools. On May 9, 1964, she married her sweetheart, Wayme Helms, in her parents’ front yard, officiated by her uncle, Titus...

James "Jim" Paul Hyland

James "Jim" Paul Hyland

Feb 19, 2026

Deacon James (Jim) Paul Hyland, 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Rock Hill, SC, on Wednesday, February 19, 2026. Born on October 12, 1942, at St. Francis Hospital in Charleston, SC, he was the son of the late James Dennis Hyland and Nora Heard Hyland.

Jim was a graduate of Belmont Abbey College and became a member of the...

Robert Thomas Lombardo Jr "Bobby"

Robert Thomas Lombardo Jr "Bobby"

Feb 18, 2026

Robert Thomas Lombardo, Jr., lovingly known as Bobby, passed away peacefully. He was a resident of Belmont, North Carolina, and formerly of DeLand, Florida.

Bobby was a retired concrete mason who took great pride in his work. Through the years, he built not only strong foundations in his profession but also lasting relationships with those who knew him.

He had a love...

JoAnn Nena Robinson

JoAnn Nena Robinson

Feb 18, 2026

JoAnn Nena Robinson, age 85, passed away after a life marked by devotion to family, professional accomplishment, and lasting friendships. She was born on October 5, 1940.JoAnn shared a loving marriage of 50 years with her husband, Gary. Their relationship was defined by deep devotion, enduring friendship, and a passionate partnership that shaped the foundation of their family.She is lovingly...

Joyce Elaine Vaughan Baker

Joyce Elaine Vaughan Baker

Feb 18, 2026

Joyce Elaine Vaughan Baker, 86, went home to be with the Lord on February 18, 2026. She was blessed to be at home surrounded by her family and friends. Her daughter was holding her hand as she entered into the loving arms of her Savior.

Joyce was born on April 11, 1939. A proud graduate of Rock Hill High School, Class...

Peggy Bridges Christian

Peggy Bridges Christian

Feb 18, 2026

Peggy Bridges Christian, age 90, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 18, 2026.

Peggy was a beautiful soul, full of joy, laughter, and the love of Christ. She had a special way of bringing life into every room she entered, and her presence was a gift to everyone who knew her.

She...

Elizabeth Diana Hammond

Elizabeth Diana Hammond

Feb 17, 2026

McConnells, SC - Mrs. Elizabeth Diana Childers Hammond, 78, died Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center, Rock Hill, SC.

Memorial services will be 2:00 pm Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Whitesell Funeral Home with the Rev. Terry Gardener officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.

A native of Gastonia, NC Mrs. Hammond was a daughter of the late...

Alton Osco Ramsey

Alton Osco Ramsey

Feb 16, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Alton Osco Ramsey, 73, who went to be with the Lord on February 16, 2026. 

Alton was born in Rock Hill, South Carolina, on August 1, 1952, to Elzie Ramsey and Maybelle Lindsey, and later gained a stepfather through his mother’s marriage to Homer Lindsey. Alton married Sharon Ramsey in 1970, building a...

Elaine Ruth Ingham

Elaine Ruth Ingham

Feb 16, 2026

Elaine Ruth Ingham, groundbreaking microbiologist and a leader in the regenerative agriculture movement, died on Monday in Fort Mill, South Carolina, with her husband by her side. She was 73 years old.

Ingham was known for her soil science research that developed the concept of the soil food web. She championed the critical role of microorganisms in building healthy, sustainable ecosystems....

Martha Sandridge Ferkol

Martha Sandridge Ferkol

Feb 14, 2026

Martha Sue (Sandridge) Ferkol, 89, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Martha lived a full and vibrant life defined by strength, humor, compassion, and a deep love for those around her. 

Born on September 27, 1936, in Wheeling, West Virginia, Martha was the daughter of Ariel “Happy” Morris...