Obituaries

Obituaries

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

Debbie Murphy Campbell

Debbie Murphy Campbell

May 19, 2026

The family will share a full obituary and place of interment as soon as they are finalized. 

Maureen Ellis

Maureen Ellis

May 17, 2026

Maureen Ann Ellis, lovingly known as “Reenie,” of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, at the age of 74.

Born on September 13, 1951, in Alliance, Ohio, Reenie was the daughter of the late Donald and June Antrim Hole.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Lois Visinger; her brother and sister-in-law, Daryl and...

Ashley Sullins

Ashley Sullins

May 17, 2026

Following a devastating diagnosis of Grade 4 Glioma (Glioblastoma) in December, 2025, Ashley Lynn Cloninger Sullins, age 45, of Fort Mill, SC, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, May 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving husband and daughters.

Ashley was a devoted wife and loving mother. She enjoyed her career as an IT Developer. Ashley had such natural creativity....

Paul Foster Chiles

Paul Foster Chiles

May 16, 2026

Paul Foster Chiles of Fort Mill, South Carolina, slipped peacefully into the arms of his beloved Savior on the morning of Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the age of 88. Those who loved him grieve his absence even as they rejoice without reservation, for Paul lived his whole life pointed toward the One he now sees face to face.

Born January...

Ruth Novella Stokes

Ruth Novella Stokes

May 15, 2026

Ruth Novella Stokes, 91, of York, SC passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of the family she cherished throughout her life. Born on October 31, 1934, in McAdenville, NC. Ruth lived a long and colorful life defined by resilience, humor, determination, and a personality that could never be forgotten.

She was preceded in death...

Janet Roberts Schneider

Janet Roberts Schneider

May 14, 2026

Janet Schneider, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, unexpectedly passed away on May 14, 2026.

Born in Hawaii on July 7, 1947, Janet spent much of her childhood traveling the world with her family while her father served in the United States Navy. Those early experiences gave her a deep appreciation for people, family, and the memories made together. The family...

Dallas Dolle

Dallas Dolle

May 10, 2026

Dallas Keith Dolle, 57, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away surrounded by love after a courageous battle with cancer.

Keith was a devoted husband, father, son, friend, and retired deputy sheriff who spent many years serving and protecting his community with strength, loyalty, and dedication. He was known for his resilience, sense of humor, strong faith, and ability to make...

Jerry Scott Moore

Jerry Scott Moore

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...

Joseph Julius Formentin Jr.

Joseph Julius Formentin Jr.

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,...

Sheryl Jane Drew

Sheryl Jane Drew

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...

Jean Ford Dolan

Jean Ford Dolan

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...

Paul Mayhew Jr.

Paul Mayhew Jr.

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,...

Malcolm Jackson, Jr.

Malcolm Jackson, Jr.

May 3, 2026

Malcolm Jackson Jr., age 54, of Allentown, Pa and formerly of Queens, NY passed away on May 3,2026. He was born on February 19,1972 and is the only son of Malcolm Jackson Sr. and Agnes B. Jackson.

He is survived by parents, his only son Malcolm Nathaniel Jackson , his sister Yolanda Alleyne (husband Ernest Alleyne) and his only nephew Ernest...

Donna Pittman Burris

Donna Pittman Burris

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...

Daniel Helfrich Sr

Daniel Helfrich Sr

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...

Alan Wesley Sandee

Alan Wesley Sandee

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,...

Don Smith

Don Smith

Apr 29, 2026

Jesse Donald Smith, known lovingly to family and friends as Don, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, at the age of 95 after a courageous journey with Alzheimer’s disease.

Born on July 26, 1930, in St. Louis, Missouri, Don spent much of his life on the West Coast, living between Seattle, Washington, and Sunnyvale, California — the place he always...

Thomas Roers

Thomas Roers

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...

Roxie Marie Harrison Gray

Roxie Marie Harrison Gray

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...

Charles Ray Canty

Charles Ray Canty

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...