Obituaries

May 7, 2026

Fort Mill, SC – Mr. Jerry Scott Moore, 51, died Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center, Fort Mill.

A memorial service will be 6:00 pm Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Whitesell Funeral Home, 975 Riverview Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730.

A native of Newport News, VA, Mr. Moore was the second son of the late William Russell Moore and Velma...

May 6, 2026

With profound sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Joseph J. Formentin, Jr. on May 6, 2026, at HarborChase of Riverwalk in Rock Hill, SC. He was 80 years old.

Born in Detroit and raised in Lincoln Park, Michigan, Joe was a man defined by his hard work and dedication to his family.  A proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps,...

May 5, 2026

Our beloved and irreverent matriarch, Sheryl Jane Drew, peacefully passed on May 5, 2026, surrounded by family. 

She was born and raised in Gardner, Kansas to Kenneth and Valentine Fraser and was the third of four siblings. She was a beautiful lady, greatly loved and voted homecoming Queen at Gardner High. She attended Kansas State University, and was a member of...

May 5, 2026

Jean Claire McKay Ford Dolan, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, teacher, and friend passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, in Indian Land, South Carolina, at the age of 92. A woman of grace, humility, faith, and enduring kindness, Jean lived a life centered on family and friendship.

Born October 15, 1933, in Wytopitlock, Maine to Burleigh and Doris (Mowbray) McKay, Jean...

May 5, 2026

Paul Mayhew Jr., 69, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away at his home on May 5, 2026.

Paul was born September 30, 1956, in Follansbee, West Virginia, the son of the late Paul (Bud) Mayhew Sr. and Lucille (Sis) Stift Mayhew. From early on, Paul was deeply rooted in sports, friendships, and community. During his time at Brooke High School,...

May 3, 2026

Rock Hill, SC - Mrs. Donna Pittman Burris, 70, died Sunday, May 3, 2026. at Rock Hill Post Acute Care Center.

Mrs. Burris was a daughter of the late Donald Adrian Pittman and Opal Devon Flynn Pittman. Mrs. Burris will be remembered as a lady who lived life to the fullest. She loved her family. The beach will be remembered as...

May 2, 2026

Daniel James Helfrich Sr, age 83, passed away on May 2, 2026, leaving a legacy defined by hard work, integrity, and deep love for his wife and sons.

Born in 1943, a native of McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, Dan was the son of Edward C. Helfrich, Sr. and Gertrude (Kelly) Helfrich, attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and graduated from McKees Rocks High...

Apr 30, 2026

Alan W. Sandee passed away April 30, 2026 at the Wayne T. Patrick House in Rock Hill, SC. He was born in Urbana, IL to the late Robert J. Sandee and Loretta Sandee on July 20,1976. Survivors include his mom, Loretta, brother Scott (Laura) and sisters Lynda (Frank) and Gina. He is also survived by 2 nephews, Jack and Ben,...

Apr 29, 2026

Thomas Francis Roers, devoted husband and father, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 29, 2026; he was 85 years old. At the time of his passing, his beloved wife and soul mate, Linda, was right by his side, just as she had been for 57 years.

Born in 1941 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Tom’s journey was defined by a...

Apr 29, 2026

Roxie Gray, age 75, of 1823 Sutton Springs Road, York, South Carolina, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, leaving her earthly home to step into Glory. 

Roxie was born March 7, 1951, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, to her late parents, Martha Lee Rowe Harrison and Deorse Monroe Harrison, Jr.. 

In addition to her mother...

Apr 27, 2026

Rock Hill, SC - Mr. Charles Ray Canty, 54, died Monday, April 27, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center, Rock Hill, SC.

A memorial service will be held 3:00 pm Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Whitesell Funeral Home with the Rev. Alex Fetterson officiating.

A native of Rock Hill, SC Mr. Canty is a son of Patricia Trott Bumgardner and the late Marion...

Apr 27, 2026

Fort Mill, SC – Mr. Donnie David Blanchard, Sr, 71, died Monday, April 27,2026, at the home of his daughter in Mississippi.

The family will receive friends at 1 pm Friday, May 1, 2026, at Whitesell Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 2 pm with the Rev. Barry Yates officiating. Burial will be in Grandview Memorial Park.

A native of...

Apr 27, 2026

Indian Land, SC - Mr. Donald “Bud” Thomas Beaty, 79, died Monday, April 29, 2026, at White Oak Manor, Lancaster, SC.

A native of Chester, Mr. Beaty was a son of the late Bernard Alexander Beaty and Anne Hartin Minter Beaty. Mr. Beaty enjoyed listening to rock music and some of his favorite bands were AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, and...

Apr 26, 2026

Kim Marie Cross, 68, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 26, 2026, closing a life marked by resilience, compassion, and a gentle spirit that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Born in Durham, North Carolina, Kim was the first child of a young seminary student and his wife — the firstborn of what would become a family...

Apr 24, 2026

Charles Douglas Lawson, 81, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2026, in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Born on April 20, 1945, in Dothan, Alabama, Charles lived a full and vibrant life marked by his love for family, football, and music.

Charles was the son of the late Dr. Charles Lloyd Lawson and Dr. Nettie Black Lawson. He spent his early years...

Apr 23, 2026

Dorothy Haggart (née Forbes) passed away peacefully in South Carolina on April 23, 2026 at the age of 93. She was born on April 16, 1933, in Aberdeen, Scotland.

Dorothy “Granny” was proudly devoted to her family as mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose love and strength is remembered by all. She is survived by her four children, fourteen grandchildren, and twenty-seven...

Apr 22, 2026

Jonathan R. Nixon, 39, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, in Charlotte, NC. Born on November 20, 1986, in Queens, NY, to Donnell and Florine Nixon, Jonathan was known for his beautiful smile, his generosity, and his unwavering love for his family.

 Jonathan was a proud graduate of South Mecklenburg High School and later attended York Technical School in Rock...

Apr 22, 2026

James Eric Holder, age 59, lived a life defined by devotion to his family, his faith, and the simple joys that brought him closer to others. Born on November 23, 1966, Eric passed away on April 22, 2026, after a long journey with illness.

A devoted husband, Eric shared a loving marriage with Theresa Holder. Together, they built a life centered...

Apr 22, 2026

Apr 20, 2026

James Kenneth Sullivan (Jim), of Rock Hill, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on April 20, 2026. He was preceded in death by Father, Rev. James Garness Sullivan; Mother, Daisy Belle Sullivan; and sister, Rev. Billie Glenn.

Jim served 25 years as a certified Data Processor at Belk Store Services in Charlotte, North Carolina. After retiring from Belk, he started his...