Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Indian Land and surrounding areas
Ruby Hollis Whisonant
Jan 7, 2026
Ruby Hollis Whisonant, lovingly known by her family as Grandma Wee, passed away January 7, 2026, at the age of 101.
She was born in York County, SC, on August 6, 1924, daughter of Ruth Steele Hollis and Charlton H. Hollis. Ruby graduated from Rock Hill High School in 1941 as the salutatorian. She attended Winthrop College after high school. Ruby...
Joseph Anthony Sirianni
Jan 6, 2026
Joseph “Joey” Anthony Sirianni, of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away suddenly on January 6, 2026. He was born on August 25, 1981, in Buffalo, New York.
Joey was the loving son of Mario and Donna Sirianni; brother of Kristin Weir (Jim) and Tina Smith (Jeff); and a devoted uncle to Emmi, Colin, Jake, and Ally. He is also survived by his...
John Stanley Makulinski
Jan 4, 2026
John Stanley Makulinski (74) of Tega Cay, SC, formerly of Wayne, NJ, passed away peacefully, January 4, 2026, in the comfort of his home surrounded by loved ones, after a courageous ten-month battle with cancer.
He was born in Newark, NJ, April 12, 1951, to the late John and Bertha Makulinski. He graduated from Harrison High School in 1969 and then...
Margaret Ann Hutton
Jan 3, 2026
Margaret Ann Hutton, 98, of Tega Cay, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at her residence on January 3, 2026.
Born on December 19, 1927, in Los Angeles, California, Margaret was the daughter of Earnest and Alice Stewart. She was the fifth child and the only daughter, growing up alongside her four older brothers—Merrill, Hubert, Warren, and Sherwin. She was the final...
Margery Claire Barenti Pizzuto
Jan 3, 2026
Margery Claire Barenti Pizzuto, 81, of Fort Mill, SC, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Until the end she enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Margery was born in Mobile, Alabama in 1944 to Abraham and Betty (Bell) Barenti. She attended the University of Alabama before moving to Massachusetts...
Vera Dugal Lafleur
Jan 2, 2026
Vera Dugal Lafleur passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, in Tega Cay, South Carolina, at the age of 92. Born on November 26, 1933, in Sunset, Louisiana, Vera was the eldest daughter in her family and spent her early years creating and directing plays in the barn with her sister, Josie Del Latiolais, and their neighborhood friends and cousins.
Vera...
Michael Edward Morrow
Jan 1, 2026
Michael Edward Morrow, 68, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on January 1, 2026. He was born on May 24, 1957, in Waynesville, North Carolina.
Michael—known to most as Mike—was a man who found happiness in simple joys and meaningful connections. He was an avid NASCAR fan and proudly supported the Georgia Bulldogs and the Atlanta...
Martha Jane Keys Shanks
Jan 1, 2026
Martha Jane Keys Shanks,91, of Lenoir, NC, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 1, 2026, at Wellmore Assisted Living in Tega Cay, SC.
Martha was born on November 18th, 1934, in Limestone, TN to Mary and Frank Keys. She worked for many years as a secretary for Lenoir Presbyterian Church before retiring, and she also served as a deacon...
Cynthia Ann Collins
Jan 1, 2026
Cynthia Collins (92), beloved by family and friends, died peacefully at about 1:00 AM on January 1, 2026, at her son Martin’s home in Indian Land, South Carolina. She resided in Nottingham, Maryland. Cynthia was a British subject but had been a legal resident of the United States for 70 years. The cause of death was respiratory failure due to...
Norman Dee Hartman
Dec 31, 2025
Norman Dee Hartman, 89, passed away on December 31, 2025, at Piedmont Medical Center in South Carolina, following surgical complications after a car accident.
Born on February 12, 1937, in Marion, Ohio, he was the son of Cody Hartman and Nettie Converse Hartman. Norman “Dee” is preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Lois Jean Ledford, Martha Cornelius, Velma Reinwald, brother,...
Lisa McCurry
Dec 31, 2025
Fort Mill, SC - Mrs. Lisa Coley McCurry, 66, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at Atrium Health Main.
The family will receive friends at 11:00 am Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Whitesell Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at noon in the chapel with the Rev. Charles Miller officiating. Burial will be in...
Edward Gay
Dec 30, 2025
Edward John Gay, age 78, passed away on December 30, 2025.
Most Bogus.
Born on December 29, 1947, Ed lived a life filled with music, adventure and love.
Known to many as “Captain Eddie” he had a love for the water, and for speed, whether at home or visiting the beach. You could find him by locating an array of beautiful kites &...
Nicholas Louis Gatti
Dec 29, 2025
Beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather:
Born in Astoria, Queens to Pasquale Gatti and Aurora Gatti (Coletti) on January 9th, 1952, Nicholas Louis Gatti was raised to love and cherish life, values which he carried throughout his years. On December 29, 2025, it is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Nicholas Louis Gatti while surrounded by the love of...
David Roger Carrier
Dec 28, 2025
David Roger Carrier, 88, of Fort Mill, SC, went home to be with Jesus, his Savior, on December 28, 2025, with his wife and children by his side.
David was born on July 31, 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Clarence and Roberta Carrier.
David grew up in Kansas City and graduated from Northeast High School in 1955. He then...
Rita McGeady
Dec 27, 2025
Rita McGeady, age 78, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2025.Born in Port Salon, County Donegal, Ireland, Rita was one of seven sisters and carried her Irish roots with her throughout her life. As a young girl, her family moved to Scotland, first to Paisley and later to Glasgow, where she met her husband, Jim....
Sandra Bell McDonald
Dec 27, 2025
Rock Hill, SC - Mrs. Sandra Bell McDonald, 78, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at her home.
The family will receive friends Noon, Friday, January 2, 2026, at Whitesell Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 1:00 pm with the Rev. Jeffery McWatters officiating. Burial will be in Forest Hills Cemetery.
A native of...
Gary Forrest
Dec 26, 2025
Gary L. Forrest, age 83, passed away on December 26, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at home in Fort Mill, SC.
A memorial service will be held at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church on January 3, 2026, at 1:00 pm, with Father Kevin officiating. His cremated remains will be interred the same day at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church.
Gary was born...
Carol Jane Pietruszak
Dec 25, 2025
Carol Jane Pietruszak, 76, of Fort Mill, SC, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025.
Carol was born on August 28, 1949 to Captain William and Edna Zehner Pietruszak in Mahoning, PA. Growing up Carol spent time in Texas, Germany, Japan, and Washington DC.
After graduating high school, Carol went on to study Geology at James Madison University. She earned a master’s...
Geraldine Kaye Miller
Dec 25, 2025
Geraldine (Gerry) Kaye Miller, age 85, passed away peacefully at her home on December 25, 2025. She was born on May 7, 1940.
Geraldine was a devoted housewife who always greeted everyone with a smile. She was known for her joyful spirit and her easy laughter—she would laugh at anything, even if it wasn’t funny or didn’t make sense. Her warmth,...
Nora Bravo
Dec 25, 2025
Nora Bravo passed away on Christmas Day, just two days shy of her 89th birthday.
She grew up in Colombia, South America, the youngest of three sisters, Blanca, Early, and Nora. She remained close with her sisters throughout her life, even when distance kept them from living near one another. As a young woman, she lived in Mexico, an experience that...
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