Obituaries

Barbara Ann Steele

Oct 25, 2024

Barbara Ann Steele, 77, transitioned into the arms of Jesus on Friday, October 25, 2024 in Rock Hill, SC.  Born on December 11, 1946, to loving parents David F. Cairco, Sr and Helen Shelton Cairco of Fort Mill, SC.  Barbara had a special love for babies and children. She shared this love for many years at First Baptist Wee...

William E. Clinton

Oct 24, 2024

William E. Clinton, 95, of Livonia, NY passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. A devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather.  Predeceased by his daughter, Sharon Lambert, Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Jean Clinton, Grandchildren: Lauryn (Andres) Trigueros, Ryan (Jurcic) Lewis, Great-Grandchildren: Zayn, Ava, Zohra, Andres Jr., and Great-Grand-Baby number 5, Son-In-Law: Tim Lambert,...

Richard James Poleto

Oct 24, 2024

Richard James Poleto, aged 70, passed away suddenly on October 24, 2024, in Tega Cay, South Carolina. Born on May 31, 1954, Richard led a life marked by his humor, kindness, intelligence and a loving nature that endeared him to all who knew him.

Richard attended Heatly High School and Hudson Valley Community College and dedicated 35...

Ashley Braswell Maynard

Oct 23, 2024

Ashley Braswell Maynard, age 45, left this earth early in the morning on Wednesday, October 23rd at her home in Fort Mill, SC. Ashley was born on December 3rd, 1978 in Winston-Salem, NC to Sherrill and Susie Braswell. She graduated from Mount Tabor High School and then the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a...

Mike "Pawpaw" Nunn

Oct 23, 2024

James Michael "Mike" Nunn, also better known as "PawPaw", 70, of Rock Hill, passed away peacefully on the evening Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at his home with his family and friends by his side. Born November 2, 1953, a native of Rock Hill, he was the son of the late James Otho and Ellen Louise Starnes Nunn.

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Marvin Henry Geisler

Oct 22, 2024

Marvin Henry Geisler, Retired Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps.

On the evening of October 22nd, 2024, Marvin passed away peacefully at the age of 85. Marvin Geisler was born in the town of Willow Springs, Missouri on March, 7th, 1939 to Winifred McCart.

Marvin will be remembered as a kind, considerate person who always...

Mabel "Gloria" (Vanderpool) Massey

Oct 19, 2024

With profound sorrow and joyful remembrance, we announce the homegoing of Mabel “Gloria” (Vanderpool) Massey, known lovingly as “Glo” to those closest to her. Born on June 11, 1943, in Jamaica, New York, to the late William C. and Minerva Jackson, Gloria was a beacon of faith, family, and love. On Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the age of...

Mary Norwood Land

Oct 18, 2024

Mary Norwood Land of Durham County, NC, died Friday, October 18, 2024 after a long illness. She was 91.

Mary was born and raised in New Orleans. She was the daughter of the Reverend John S. Land and Helen Street Land. Dr. Land was the founding pastor of St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church in New Orleans. Mary...

Troy Edward Catoe

Oct 18, 2024

Troy "Edward" Catoe, 91, of Lake Wylie, peacefully passed away Friday, October 18, 2024. Born August 27, 1933, in Lando, South Carolina, he was the son to the late Benjamin "Ben" Tillman and Willie Mae Bishop Catoe. Edward graduated with an Associate's degree from DeVry University and served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War....

Sandy Wilson Beach

Oct 17, 2024

Sandy Wilson Beach, 73, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 17, 2024 surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his mother Frances Beach, father Dewey Beach, brother Jim Beach, son David Beach and daughter-in-law Kari Beach. He is survived by his eldest son, Rusty Beach of Fort Mill, SC, 2 grandchildren - Alyssa Cook (and...

Paul Laverne Burton, Jr.

Oct 17, 2024

Lancaster, SC – Mr. Paul Laverne Burton, Jr, 71, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at his home.

The family will receive friends Monday, October 21, 2024, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm at Whitesell Funeral Home.  A graveside service will be Monday, October 21, 2024, at 3:00 pm at The Church...

Cynthia Ann Auvil

Oct 17, 2024

Rock Hill, SC – Cynthia Ann Auvil, 43, transitioned into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Piedmont Medical Center.

The family will receive friends 1 pm Tuesday, October  22, 2024, at Bass-Cauthen Funeral Home.  Funeral services will follow at 2 pm in the chapel.  Burial will be in Rock Hill Memorial Gardens.

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Thomas Jerry Howard

Oct 15, 2024

Edgemoor, SC - Thomas J. Howard (aka Jerry or Grandpa), born May 16, 1947, in Rock Hill, SC passed away peacefully at Levine & Dickson Hospice House at Southminster, in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, October 15th, 2024, at 8:09 am at the age of 77.

A celebration of Life Service and burial of cremains will...

Richard Francis Green

Oct 14, 2024

Richard Francis Green, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2024, in Fort Mill, South Carolina, at the age of 82. Born on August 17, 1942, Richard lived a life defined by loyalty, dedication, and a spirited personality that left a lasting impact on all who knew him.

After graduation...

Charles (Charlie) N Williams

Oct 12, 2024

Rock Hill, SC - Charles (Charlie) N. Williams, 93, of Rock Hill, passed peacefully on October 12, 2024, at his home.

Charlie was born on September 24th, 1931, to Lee and Margaret Williams of Rock Hill, he was preceded in death by his parents, wife Jean T. Williams and daughter Vicky Williams Lowry. Charlie is survived by...

Gary M. Ruff

Oct 10, 2024

York- Mr. Gary Michael Ruff, 61, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, October 10th, 2024, at home. Mr. Ruff was born in Greensboro, NC and formerly lived in Fort Mill, SC. He was the son of the late John Charles Ruff and the late Imogene McAbee Ruff.

He was a member of Indian...