Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Indian Land and surrounding areas
John Wayne Demby
Jun 23, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Wayne Demby, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at his home in Edgemoor, SC. Wayne was born on May 15, 1949, in Rock Hill, SC, to Clyde Richard Demby and Mary Elizabeth Demby, who preceded him in...
John "Jack" Lee Funk
Jun 21, 2026
John Lee Funk “Jack”, 81, of Fort Mill, SC peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday June 21, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 17, 1944 in Philadelphia, PA, the son of the late Leo John Funk and Doris Ruth Horrocks.
Jack served in the US army from 1965-1968 and...
Richard Allan Drennan
Jun 20, 2026
Richard Allan Drennan, 68, passed away unexpectedly on June 20, 2026.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow Wilson Drennan and Lucille (Truckor) Drennan; his beloved wife of 48 years, Cheryl Ann (Easterwood) Drennan; his son, Keil Patrick Drennan; and his brothers, Ron Drennan and Daniel Drennan.
He is survived by his children, Nicholas (Jennifer) Drennan, Joel (Tiffany) Drennan, and...
Lionel Ashley Hooper
Jun 20, 2026
Lionel Ashley Hooper was born in Shreveport, Louisana, but grew up in Houston, Texas, to Lionel Albion Hooper and Elizabeth Wilson Hooper, with a younger sister Martha Elizabeth Hooper Greenberg. Ashley began a long career with Fluor Construction and retired in Charlotte, NC from Duke Fluor Daniel as Vice President of procurement. After a 2 year sabbatical, he was called...
Joyce Gail Strickland
Jun 20, 2026
Joyce Gail Strickland, affectionately known as “Granny,” passed away peacefully in her sleep. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy in life was caring for and spending time with those she loved.
Joyce’s family was the center of her world. She loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren deeply and unconditionally. Her greatest happiness came from...
Amanda Gaye Thornton
Jun 19, 2026
Amanda G. (Littlefield) Thornton, 47, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026, after a courageous and hard-fought battle with ovarian cancer. Surrounded by the love of her family, Amanda faced her illness with the same determination, strength, and grace that defined her entire life.
Affectionately known as “Meard” to her family since childhood, Amanda was born on September 28, 1978, in...
Vincent "Vince" Anthony Carlo
Jun 18, 2026
Vincent Anthony Carlo, “Vince”, 72, of Rock Hill, SC and formerly of Washington, DC, peacefully passed away Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, SC. Vincent was born on July 20, 1953, in Washington, D.C., son of the late Nick Carlo and JoAnn Allen.
Born and raised in Washington, DC, Vince was the #1 fan of all...
Sandra Howell Bowers
Jun 18, 2026
Sandra Howell Bowers, also known as Wendy, Pooh, and Granny, 72 years old, of Rock Hill, SC passed away peacefully at home on Thursday morning, June 18, 2026. She is now in the presence of the Lord. She was born February 13, 1954, in Rock Hill, SC, daughter of Willie Jean McArthur and Clarence "Red" Howell.
Simply put, Wendy was a...
Brandon Keith Anderson
Jun 17, 2026
It is with broken hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Brandon Keith Anderson, affectionately known to family, friends, coworkers, and just about anyone lucky enough to cross his path as "Big Swerve." Brandon passed away suddenly on June 17, 2026, following a massive stroke. He was 48 years old.
To know Brandon was to love him.
In Brandon's...
Tony White
Jun 17, 2026
Tony Leroy White, 67, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at the Wayne T. Patrick Hospice House after a courageous five-year battle with cancer.
Born June 28, 1958, in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Tony was the son of the late James Edward White and Agnes Flynn White. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his...
Maren E. Lawhern
Jun 16, 2026
Maren Cluever Affemann Lawhern was born on the first day of World War II, in Elmshorn Germany. She sometimes joked to friends in later years, that the war really wasn't her fault. She remembered being strafed in front of her home by aircraft in the final year of the war.
She emigrated to Canada at age 18 and married Hans Jurg...
Arthur Henry Hollis Sr.
Jun 14, 2026
Mr. Arthur Henry Hollis Sr., 96, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
A native of Rock Hill, South Carolina, Henry was the son of the late Avery Dalton Hollis Sr. and Annie Gill Duncan Hollis. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Donn June Allen Hollis; his son, Arthur Henry Hollis Jr.; his brother, Avery Dalton Hollis Jr.(Clara)...
Burrell Orbin Blanton Jr.
Jun 13, 2026
Burrell Orbin Blanton “Junior”, 81, of Fort Lawn, SC, peacefully passed away on June 13, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones after a courageous battle with Lewy body dementia.
Born on February 27, 1945, in Gastonia, NC, he was the son of the late Burrell & Mayola Blanton.
Junior spent his life building a legacy of hard work, kindness, and love. He...
Elizabeth Diann Benson
Jun 13, 2026
Elizabeth Diann Benson, known to family and friends as Diann, passed away on June 13, 2026, in Indian Trail, North Carolina, while in the care of her daughter, Tammy. Raised in Mobile, Alabama, Diann was preceded in death by her husband of 21 years, Gary Wayne Benson.
She is lovingly remembered by her daughters, Tammy Williams and Mary Benson (Will); her...
Michael James Davis
Jun 9, 2026
Michael James Davis, 55, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on June 9, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous two-year battle with esophageal cancer.
Born on April 11, 1971, in Nashua, New Hampshire, Michael was the son of the late James and Joyce Davis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death...
Elizabeth Ann Macaulay
Jun 8, 2026
Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Macaulay, born October 9, 1938, in Malden, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, in Fort Mill, South Carolina.
She lived a long and meaningful life devoted to caring for others, her family, and her community. Betty graduated from the nursing program at Malden Hospital and went on to serve as a registered nurse for 50 years....
James Joseph Hick
Jun 7, 2026
James "Jim" Hick, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on December 24, 1941, in the vibrant heart of the Bronx, NY, Jim was the cherished son of Edward and Catherine Hick. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Robert and Edward, and...
Mary Cecilia Henry
Jun 6, 2026
Mary Henry passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026 at the age of 95, in the comfort of a loving family home.
Born in Buffalo, New York, Mary rose from humble beginnings through quiet determination and careful stewardship of what little she had. Beginning with saving quarters earned at summer jobs at Crystal Beach, she built considerable resources that allowed her...
Leon (Hosee) Blake, Jr.
Jun 5, 2026
Rock Hill, SC - Leon (Hosee) Blake, Jr , 93, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Wayne T. Patrick Hospice House.
A native of York County, SC Mr. Blake was a son of the late Leon Blake, Sr. and Sally Dunlap Kennedy. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He will...
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