Obituaries

Obituaries

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

David  Byrd Oates

David Byrd Oates

Nov 21, 2016

Mr. David B. Oates of Old York Road, a lifelong resident of Tirzah, passed away Monday, November 21, 2016 at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill. He was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Geneva McClannon Oates, his parents, Isaac L. Oates, Sr. and Margaret Caveny Oates; 3 brothers, I. Leroy Oates, Jr., Boyce L. Oates and...

Jerome Mclaughlin

Jerome Mclaughlin

Nov 21, 2016

Jerome McLaughlin, 76, passed away at Piedmont Medical Center, on Monday, November 21, 2016. Funeral arrangements are private. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.palmettofh.com The family is being served by Palmetto Funeral Home and Cremation Service. To plant a tree in memory of Jerome McLaughlin, visit the Tribute Store .

Robert  Bryant Hill

Robert Bryant Hill

Nov 20, 2016

Charlotte, NC -It is with deepest sorrow that we inform you of the death of Robert Bryant Hill, a beloved father, former husband, son, step-son, former son-in-law, former brother-in-law, and good friend to so many. Bryant passed away on Sunday, November 20, 2016 at the Wayne T. Patrick Hospice House in Rock Hill after a long and hard fought...

Eston  Donald Blair

Eston Donald Blair

Nov 19, 2016

Eston Donald Blair 83, of Rock Hill died on November 19, 2016. He served in the US Army and was a member at Second Baptist Church in Rock Hill SC. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Allie Blair, wife Helen Bullman Blair and son Stephen Glenn Blair. He is survived by by his sons Donald Edward...

Peter  Dwight Steffen

Peter Dwight Steffen

Nov 17, 2016

Peter Dwight Steffen, 59, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on November 17, 2016 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina on June 17, 1957. Pete graduated from The University of the South Sewanee (Class of 1979) receiving a BA in Economics and Spanish Literature and received his MBA in...

Lucille  Helen Ransom

Lucille Helen Ransom

Nov 17, 2016

Lucille "Lucy" Helen Ransom, 77, passed away at White Oak Manor in Rock Hill, SC, on Thursday, November 17, 2016. She was born in Trenton, MI to the late Charles Clarence and Margaret Emma Grow Abbott, on April 21, 1939. She was preceded in death by her five brothers: Robert, Harvey, Claude, Mickey, and Arnold Abbott....

Roger  Dwayne Childers

Roger Dwayne Childers

Nov 16, 2016

Rock Hill - Mr. Roger Dwayne Childers, 50, of 457 Feemster Lane, died Tuesday, November 15, 2016, at Levine and Dickson Hospice House - Southminister. A native of Rock Hill, Mr. Childers is the son of Jerry William Childers and the late Shirley Parrish Childers. Surviving in addition to his father is his brother, Dean Childers. He was preceded...

Dr.  Jerry Vawter

Dr. Jerry Vawter

Nov 15, 2016

Dr. Jerry Vawter, age 95, passed away Monday, November 14th at the Laurels Assisted Living in Pineville, NC. Born in Medford, Oregon, Jerry served as a Major in the Army during World War II as well as 20 years in the reserves. He received a law degree from the University of Oregon in 1950. Jerry worked...

Lori  Lynn Thompson

Lori Lynn Thompson

Nov 13, 2016

Lori Lynn Parker Thompson born Aug 27, 1957 in Sheridan Michigan she passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2016. Mother Joyce Arlynn Dickerson Parker, Father Eugene Elyle Parker (deceased) stepmother Della Parker of Florida, brothers and sister Diane Dawn Arellano of Michigan her children Hunter, James and Joseph and Lori Kircher, Eric E. Parker, Phillip Eugene...

John  Hayward Smith

John Hayward Smith

Nov 13, 2016

John Hayward Smith, 72, passed away, Sunday, November 13, 2016. Funeral arrangements are private. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.palmettofh.com The family is being served by Palmetto Funeral Home and Cremation Service. To plant a tree in memory of John Hayward Smith, visit the Tribute Store .

Francisa  Inez Jove

Francisa Inez Jove

Nov 12, 2016

Francisca Inez Jove, 90, passed away at home, on Saturday, November 12, 2016. Funeral arrangements are private. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.palmettofh.com The family is being served by Palmetto Funeral Home and Cremation Service. To plant a tree in memory of Francisa Inez Jove, visit the Tribute Store .

Lucille  Herrin Laney

Lucille Herrin Laney

Nov 10, 2016

Rock Hill - Mrs. Lucille Herrin Laney, 88, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, November 10, 2016, at White Oak Manor - Rock Hill. The family will receive friends at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 13, 2016, at Whitesell Funeral Home, 975 Riverview Road, Rock Hill, SC. Funeral services will follow at 3:00 p.m. Burial will be...

Doyle  Eugene Hawk

Doyle Eugene Hawk

Nov 9, 2016

Doyle Eugene Hawk 81, of Rock Hill died on November 9, 2016. Services will be held at a later date.

Thomas  Robert Salts

Thomas Robert Salts

Nov 8, 2016

Thomas Robert Salts, 86, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2016, at Hospice and Community Care. Funeral arrangements are private. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.palmettofh.com The family is being served by Palmetto Funeral Home and Cremation Service. To plant a tree in memory of Thomas Robert Salts, visit the Tribute Store ....

Ralph  Ernest Phillips,  Jr

Ralph Ernest Phillips, Jr

Nov 6, 2016

Mr. Ralph Ernest Phillips Jr. age 68 passed away Sunday November 6, 2016 at home with his family. Born in Alachua, FL, son of the late Ernest and Virginia Phillips and husband of Cristie Phillips. Ralph worked for Publix Supermarkets in Florida for 40 years, and retired as the Regional Director in Jacksonville. Mr. Phillips also...

James  Francis Carey

James Francis Carey

Nov 6, 2016

Known by his friends simply as Jim was born in 1922 and raised in the Irish Ghetto of Detroit. He was awarded two Purple Hearts during the winter in the Battle of The Bulge of World War II, including one for the loss of his leg defending America. After recovery from his battle injuries he returned...

Betina  Faulkenberry Rabon

Betina Faulkenberry Rabon

Nov 4, 2016

Betina Faulkenberry Rabon 65, died Friday, November 4, 2016. Graveside service will be held on Monday, November 7, 2016 at 3:30pm in the Kershaw City Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 1-2pm on Monday at Bass Cauthen Funeral Home. She is survived by her husband Ernie Lee Rabon. Two sons Barry Kevin Sims of Kershaw and Christopher Lee Rabon...

Suzanne  Ellen Robinson

Suzanne Ellen Robinson

Nov 2, 2016

Mrs. Suzanne E. Robinson, loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at Westminster Long Term Care, Rock Hill, SC. Sue was born in Hartford, CT. on August 22, 1934. She is survived by her husband, Dennis F. Robinson of Fort Mill, SC; daughters Debra Robinson of Rock Hill and Denise Wilson her...

James  Barnett Beaty

James Barnett Beaty

Nov 1, 2016

James Barnett Beaty, born May 15, 1939, to James and Dorothy Beaty, went home to be with the Lord on November 1st, 2016. James was a US Army Veteran. He was employed with Eastern Airlines for twenty years. He was also employed with Fed Ex and retired after thirteen years. He is survived by his beloved...

Charles  E Johnson

Charles E Johnson

Nov 1, 2016

Charles E. Johnson, 74, of Rock Hill, died Tuesday, November 1, 2016. He was a lifelong member of Bethesda Presbyterian Church where he was active on the cemetery committee, the Men of the Church, and the service committee. He was a founding member of the Bethesda Fire Department and was retired from the Bayer Corporation after 32 years. He loved...