Obituaries

Obituaries

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

David Martin Ward

David Martin Ward

Sep 21, 2026

David Martin Ward, 65, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away on September 21, 2026.

David was preceded in death by his wife, the late Dougie Ward.

He is survived by his son, Marty Ward, and his daughter, Hannah Spivey (Johnny), along with other family members and loved ones.

David will be remembered for the memories he created with those who knew him. 

Roberta Whitaker

Roberta Whitaker

Sep 18, 2026

In Loving Memory of Roberta Lee Yanosh Whitaker March 10, 1944 – September 18, 2026 Roberta Lee Yanosh Whitaker, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026, surrounded by the family.

Her story began with hardship but became a testament to the power of love, resilience, and family. As a young child, Roberta spent six years in foster care after being placed...

Tara Anne Brockner

Tara Anne Brockner

Sep 17, 2026

"My beautiful wife Tara has gone to be with the lord. Tara was the most compassionate woman that I have ever known. She loved children and animals. She never met a stranger, she would talk to anyone she met, and she put a smile on the faces of all of them. Everyone immediately loved her because she was 100 percent...

Kenette Stables White

Kenette Stables White

Sep 13, 2026

Fort Mill, SC - Kenette Stables White, 79, went home to be with the Lord on September 13, 2026, at her home.

A native of Narrows, Virginia, Kenette S. White was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Donetta Stables. Surviving is her sister, Regina Howie (Mike); her son, Austin "Dell" White, Jr. and her daughter, Wendy Bing; three grandchildren, Samuel,...

Michael David Wright

Michael David Wright

Sep 11, 2026

Michael David Wright, 35, of Rock Hill, SC, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 11, 2026. He was born July 3rd, 1991, in Rock Hill, SC to David and Kay Wright.

Michael was a loving son, father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Michael enjoyed bowling, spending time with his family and friends, but most of all, he...

Hortencia Barbara Velez

Hortencia Barbara Velez

Sep 10, 2026

Hortencia Barbara Velez ,76, of Lancaster, SC peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior, Thursday, September 10, 2026 at home surrounded by loved ones. She was born December 17, 1949 in Manta Manabi, Ecuador, daughter of the late Cristobal and Teresa Galarza. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her 2 loving sisters and brother.

Born in...

Joseph Robert Lane, Jr.

Joseph Robert Lane, Jr.

Sep 9, 2026

Joseph Robert Lane Jr., of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away on September 9, 2026, at the age of 81.

Born on December 20, 1944, in Lancaster, South Carolina, Mr. Lane was the son of Joe Lane and Geneva Lane. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Lane, as well as by his parents, Joe Lane and Geneva Lane.

He...

Jennifer Michelle Price

Jennifer Michelle Price

Sep 8, 2026

Rock Hill, SC – Jennifer Michelle Price “Jen”, 49, of Rock Hill, SC, and formerly of Jacksonville FL, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at home with her fiancée and father by her side. She was born June 30, 1977, in Carmichaels, PA.

The family will receive friends 1 – 3 pm, Saturday....

James Edward Holley, Jr.

James Edward Holley, Jr.

Sep 8, 2026

James Edward Holley, Jr., affectionately known as "Wonkum," 77, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, and formerly of Roper, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Born on November 19, 1948, near Chowan County, North Carolina, James was the beloved son of the late Essie Mae Holley and James Edward Holley,...

Joan Ann Wyatt

Joan Ann Wyatt

Sep 8, 2026

Joan Ann Wyatt, 76 , of Clover, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2026. She was born on December 6, 1949, in Baltimore Maryland.Joan spent her early years in Baltimore, Maryland and eventually moved to the Carolinas with her husband of 53 years.

Joan retired in 2001 and while retired enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family, gardening and...

Kent H. Adamson Jr.

Kent H. Adamson Jr.

Sep 7, 2026

Kent H. Adamson Jr. age 75, passed away September 7, 2026, at home, with family. He was born on July 12, 1951 in West Chicago, Illinois, to Kent Adamson and Mary Hines Adamson. 

He is survived by his spouse, Kathleen, son, David, David’s wife, Ashley and their daughter Camryn, his daughter, Andrea, and her daughters Gemini, and Cimani. He is also...

Frederick Glenn Jordan

Frederick Glenn Jordan

Sep 7, 2026

Frederick Glenn Jordan, affectionately known as Freddie or Fred, passed away on Monday, September 7, surrounded by the love of his family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and follower of Christ, he will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Fred was born on May 23, 1958, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, to Frederick...

Jan McRay Payne

Jan McRay Payne

Sep 7, 2026

Jan McRay Payne went home to be with God on September 7, 2026 after a long and meaningful life filled with family and love.

Jan was born on March 23, 1942, in Kiester, Minnesota.

Jan passed away after a long journey with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, but he will always be remembered as a caring family man who was deeply loved and...

Mary Lou Yepez Guzman

Mary Lou Yepez Guzman

Sep 7, 2026

Rock Hill, SC - Mrs. Mary Lou Yepez Guzman, 92, died Monday, September 7, 2026.

Mrs. Guzman was a daughter of the late Sacremento Yepez and Elena Oritz Mora.  She is survived by her sons, Robert Paris (Nadine), Raymon Paris (Renee) and Samuel Paris.  She is also survived by several Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren

Whitesell Funeral Home is serving the family.  

John Marino

John Marino

Sep 6, 2026

John Joseph Marino, 85, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 6, 2026, in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

John was born in Blauvelt, New York, and spent the majority of his life in New York, where he grew up and built his life and family. In 2004 he and his beloved wife, Barbara, made South Carolina their...

Farrah Elizabeth Keitt

Farrah Elizabeth Keitt

Sep 5, 2026

Farrah Elizabeth Keitt, born Farrah Elizabeth McCray on January 3, 1981, in Akron, Ohio, was the cherished daughter of the late Freeman McCray, Jr. and the late Willetta McCray. She peacefully transitioned on September 5, 2026, leaving her legacy in the care of her three children, Ava Keitt, Brooklyn Keitt, and Avery Keitt, Jr., and her devoted husband, Avery Keitt.

Farrah...

Patricia Rowell

Patricia Rowell

Sep 5, 2026

“Pat or Patsy”, 91 of Fort Mill passed away Saturday September 5, 2026. She was formerly a 20-plus year resident of Charlotte Nc, Lancaster Sc and Surfside Beach. Pat was a two-time breast cancer survivor, living her life to the fullest. She earned her nursing degree in her 40’s , working at Lancaster Recovery Center for over 20 years. She...

Calvin Morris Rogers

Calvin Morris Rogers

Sep 5, 2026

Calvin Morris Rogers, affectionately known to many as “Bubba,” age 74, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on September 5, 2026.

Calvin was born on July 17, 1952, in Lancaster, South Carolina, to Calvin Rogers and Lucille Hinson Rogers. As the son of a U.S. Navy sailor, Calvin spent his childhood in several places, including Charleston, South...

Christopher Keith Scott

Christopher Keith Scott

Sep 3, 2026

Christopher Keith Scott, 55, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, died peacefully at home on September 3, 2026.

Chris was born on June 27, 1971, in Greensboro, North Carolina, to Pamela “Pam” Dalton Bunton and H. Keith “Scotty” Scott. He grew up in Greensboro and graduated from Walter Hines Page High School in 1989.

He attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte,...