Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Indian Land and surrounding areas
Anthony Benjamin Gillis
Nov 10, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of Anthony Benjamin Gillis, of Rock Hill, SC, and formerly of Charlotte, NC who passed away on November 10th, 2025.
A talented cook by profession, Anthony spent his days crafting delicious meals, infusing his work with the same enthusiasm and warmth that he brought to all aspects of his life.
Anthony had a keen interest...
Jimmy Ray Cloughly
Nov 10, 2025
Jimmy Ray Cloughly, age 71, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025 at his home in South Carolina after a nearly six-month battle with cancer. He was born on September 16, 1954 in Ardmore, Oklahoma to Jack and LaNita Cloughly.
Jim earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Management Science and Computer Systems from Oklahoma State...
Laurel Roseanne (Salley) Fecteau
Nov 10, 2025
Laurel Roseanne (Salley) Fecteau, 87, of Indian Land, SC, passed away on November 10, 2025 in her home after a period of declining health.
Laurel, daughter of Mahlon and Helen (Gaudette) Salley was born in Milo, ME on May 24, 1938.
After high school, she was working as a data entry clerk at the University of Maine. She met her
future husband, Richard...
Gregory Pogue
Nov 10, 2025
“Monday is for people with a mission.” – Christina Imre
Gregory Pogue, affectionately referred to as Greg, entered this world on Monday, November 27, 1950, and transitioned to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, November 10, 2025.
The eldest son of the late Frank Pogue and the late Delores V. Collins, Greg grew up in Roselle, NJ, with his five siblings...
Richard Douglas McCoy
Nov 10, 2025
Rock Hill, SC – Mr. Richard “Rick” Douglas McCoy, 76, died Monday, November 10,2025, at White Oak Manor, Rock Hill.
A native of Rock Hill, SC, Mr. McCoy was a son of the late Johnny McCoy and Martha Jane Reynolds McCoy. He loved spending time outdoors hunting and working with his hands on projects like woodworking. He was compassionate as a...
David Edward Sikes
Nov 9, 2025
McConnells, SC - David Edward Sikes “Big David” peacefully went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Piedmont Medical Center, Rock Hill, SC.
He was born September 27, 1979 and was a son of Richard Sikes and the late Tammy Sikes.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his grandmother and grandfather, Frank and...
Leonard Franklin Dudley
Nov 6, 2025
Fort Mill, SC - Mr. Leonard Franklin Dudley, also known as, “Pecon”, died Thursday, November 6, 2025.
A native of Rock Hill, SC Mr. Dudley was a son of the late Conley Leonard Dudley and Betty Jean Lowery Dudley. Pecon will be remembered as a man who enjoyed photography. He took pictures at weddings and schools. He loved his Volkswagen Beetle....
Stanley Yalicki
Nov 2, 2025
Stanley Yalicki will always be forever in our hearts—greatly loved and deeply missed.Stan was born on November 11, 1940, in Jersey City, New Jersey. Stan was known for his constant humor. He was a man of deep faith, and his family was the center of his life. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Mary Jane; his children, Karen, Kevin and...
Sara Dianne Blackwelder
Oct 31, 2025
Sara Dianne Blackwelder, 73 ,of Fort Mill, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, October 31, 2025. The Memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 15,2025 at 2pm at the Rock Hill First Church of the Nazarene with pastor John Sadler officiating.
She was born on June 19, 1952, to the late Helen and Earl Robinson. She was a...
Jerry Richard Sherman
Oct 31, 2025
Jerry Richard Sherman, 71, of Fort Mill, SC, passed away on October 31, 2025, after a four-year battle with Alzheimer's.
Born on January 5, 1954, in Gaffney, SC, Jerry lived a life marked by dedication to his family and the family business, all while keeping a great sense of humor that brought joy to those around him.
For over three decades, Jerry...
Dan Fratila
Oct 31, 2025
Dan Fratila, 65, passed away on October 31, 2025. He was born on February 12, 1960, in Luduș, Romania.
He was the most loving husband and dad, and is survived by his wife Cristina and children Robert and Brianna. He had the biggest and kindest heart and was always there for the people he loved. He helped everyone in his life...
Doris Wheeler Smith
Oct 30, 2025
Doris Wheeler Smith, 87, passed away peacefully at White Oak Manor, Rock Hill, SC on October 30, 2025. Doris was a lifelong resident of Fort Mill and was a member of Flint Hill Baptist Church. Although she suffered with serious health issues for more than 4 decades, she was known for her steely independence, fierce will to live, vivacious personality,...
Saryuben Gulabbhai Patel
Oct 30, 2025
A funeral service will be held on Sunday, November 2, at 10:00am at Palmetto Funeral Home.
Watch livestream here.
Betty Ann Kent
Oct 29, 2025
Betty Ann Phillips Kent, age 72, of Rock Hill, SC, passed away at home on October 29, 2025. She was born on January 24, 1953, in Charlotte to the late John Eulon Phillips, Sr. and Joyce Justice Phillips.
After attending Charlotte schools, she earned a B.A. in English and Spanish education at UNC Charlotte. After many years of teaching, she earned...
JoAn B Strait
Oct 29, 2025
JoAn Boatwright Strait, 81, passed away on October 29, 2025, at home in Rock Hill, SC.
She was born on 11/17/1943 in Sumter, SC, to Wayland D. Boatwright and Doris Marshall Boatwright. JoAn grew up in Rock Hill, SC. She graduated from Rock Hill High School. She attended York Technical College, where she earned a degree in Medical Technology. She worked...
Yvette Melton
Oct 28, 2025
Yvette Michelle Melton of Rock Hill, SC, formerly of Fort Mill, SC, went to be with the Lord on October 28, 2025.
She was a member of Bethesda Presbyterian Church. She loved animals, arts and crafts, and her family was the joy of her life.
She was preceded in death by her Father, Martin Johnny Cook.
She is survived by her husband, Dustin...
William Leefate Dunn
Oct 28, 2025
William “Bill” Dunn, 69, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away on October 28, 2025.
Bill was born on May 1, 1956, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, to William Dunn and Bessie Starnes. He made Fort Mill his home for many years, where he was known for his warm personality, generous spirit, and love of sharing good food with family and...
Greg Lewis Bard
Oct 26, 2025
In Loving Memory of Greg Lewis Bard
December 2, 1976 – October 26, 2025
Greg Lewis Bard, 48, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on
October 26, 2025. Born in Sharon, Connecticut on December 2, 1976, Greg was the
beloved son of Gary and Nancy (Cann) Bard. He spent his childhood in Holmes, New
York, attending Pawling School and St. Columba, before graduating...
Kevin John Walsh
Oct 25, 2025
Kevin John Walsh, age 76, passed away on October 25, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. Kevin was the beloved son of the late Henry M. and Clare (Bettencourt) Walsh and the nephew of Joseph Walsh of Weymouth, MA. He is survived by his sister Darlene (George) Titus of Plantation, FL and his brother Myles Walsh. He grew up...
Pattie Louise Smith
Oct 24, 2025
Pattie Louise Smith (93) of Fort Mill, SC passed away quietly on October 24th 2025. She was born on September 22, 1932 in Clarion, PA to Irvin(Jack) Smith and Laura Smith(Werner). She was married to Charles Smith(Deceased) and moved to Bridgeton, NJ. She worked for many years in the Hopewell Township School system before retiring to Villages in Lady Lake,...
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