Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Indian Land and surrounding areas
Laura Layton Studley
Nov 19, 2025
Laura Layton Studley, 55, of Columbia, South Carolina, passed away on November 19th, 2025 at 1:18 pm surrounded by her loving family. Known by many for her service to family and community, Laura leaves behind a legacy that impacted far more lives than she ever imagined.
Born on May 16th, 1970, in Columbia, South Carolina, Laura was the eldest daughter of...
Virginia Nestor
Nov 17, 2025
We share with deep sadness the passing of Virginia Joyce Nestor, who passed away into the arms of the Lord on November 17, 2025 at the age of 72. A beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend, her warmth and strength touched everyone around her. She leaves behind her loving mother, her sisters, several nieces and nephews, and extended family along...
Ruth Minnie Orme
Nov 17, 2025
Our beloved mother and grandmother Ruth Minnie (Story) Orme passed away unexpectedly on November 17th, 2025 at the age of 85 in Rock Hill, South Carolina due to a car accident.
She was born on January 16th, 1940 in Barton, New York to Elsie Marie Freiderike Louise Kroplin and Henry Williard Story and was the youngest of five children. She grew...
Anna Cervelli
Nov 17, 2025
Anna Dolores (Dolly) Cervelli 91 of Indian Land, SC passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025. Born on August 8, 1934, she was a devoted wife,mother,grandmother,great grandmother, sister and a cherished member of the community.
She is survived by son Frederick Cervelli, daughter Maryann (Bob) Cella, grandchildren Jamie (Ryan) Phillips, Jaclyn (John) Bracken, Brandon Cervelli, Delleah Cervelli, Troy Cervelli, great grandchildren...
Yeng Lor Xiong
Nov 16, 2025
With profound love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Yeng Lor Xiong, who entered the arms of the Lord on November 16, 2025. Yeng lived a life marked by devotion, resilience, selflessness, and unwavering faith. She was a beloved wife, daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, friend, and prayer warrior whose love touched every life she encountered.
Yeng...
Elizabeth Taylor
Nov 15, 2025
Elizabeth "Betsy" Taylor passed peacefully on November 15th 2025.
She was predeceased by her daughter Beth Henry and her second husband Leroy Taylor. Elizabeth is survived by her son, Rick Henry, his wife, Jenny and their sons, Connor and Nathan. Also surviving are her grandson Darryl "DJ" Stroud Jr, his wife Allexxus and their daughter Alleiyah of Phoenix, Arizona.
No service has...
Lawrence Burrell
Nov 15, 2025
Lawrence Alan “Larry” Burrell Sr., 72, of Fort Mill, SC, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025.
He was born on May 24, 1953, in Rochester, New York, to his parents, William Cooper Burrell and Cecilia Audrey Washington-Burrell. Larry was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and caring brother who worked hard all his life to provide for his family....
Buster Ray Cauthen
Nov 15, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Buster Ray Cauthen, who passed away on November 15th, 2025, in Rock Hill, SC, at the age of 36.
Buster was born on October 24th, 1989, in Pineville, NC.
Buster was a proud member of the Catawba Nation. He attended Greenville Tech and got his Associate's Degree in Auto Body and...
William Joseph Tallent
Nov 14, 2025
William Joseph Tallent, known to friends and family as Joe, passed away on November 14th, 2025. Joe was born to Seth and Henriette Tallent and lived a life filled with faith, service, and a deep love for his family and community.
Joe served his country in the U.S. Army and Reserves. As a computer maintenance technician, he enjoyed troubleshooting and problem-solving,...
Robert John Faivre
Nov 11, 2025
Robert John Faivre, known affectionately as “Bob,” passed away peacefully at home in Fort Mill, South Carolina on November 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 68 years old.
Born on May 2, 1957 in Queens, New York, Bob lived a life marked by dedication, warmth, and quiet strength. He was a graduate of Dowling College in Oakdale, NY,...
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...
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