Obituaries

Nov 3, 2023

Dr. Celso S. Puno, a devoted physician, healer, and pillar of the Morristown, NJ community, passed away peacefully on November 3rd. He was 89.

Born in the Philippines, Dr. Puno graduated with honors from University of Santo Tomas, and moved to the US in 1963 where he dedicated his life to the pursuit of excellence in medicine...

Nov 2, 2023

Rock Hill, SC – Mr. Arlen “Buddy” James Totherow, Jr., 61, died Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Piedmont Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Whitesell Funeral Home.

The family will be at the church on Sunday, November 12, 2023 to receive friends at 2:00 PM....

Oct 30, 2023

Vann Alton Palmer, born on July 29,1997 and left this world on October 30, 2023, leaving a void that can never be filled. He was a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin, cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

He could take the ordinary and make it extraordinary through his silliness and wit....

Oct 29, 2023

Coy Lee Robbins, Jr. went to be with the Lord on October 29, 2023, at the age of 59.  He was born February 25, 1964, in Salisbury, NC, the eldest of two sons to Coy Lee Robbins, Sr and Glenda Clawson Robbins.  Lee graduated from Osceola High School in Osceola, AR in 1982.  He gave his heart to God...

Oct 29, 2023

John L. Lestini Jr., 88, passed away peacefully at his Tega Cay, SC home on Sunday evening, October 29, 2023, with his beloved wife Mary Jo by his side.

He was born on September 21, 1935, one of three children born to John and Anna Lestini

After graduating from Avella High School, John served his...

Oct 29, 2023

Judith Chaney Dorman, age 85, born February 16, 1938, left this earthly life to live in her heavenly home on October 29, 2023. She currently resided at the Langston Square in Clinton, SC, before that she had lived in Fort Mill, SC. She was born in Clinton, SC, predeceased by her parents Mary Virginia Thomas and Pressley Ernest Chaney....

Oct 28, 2023

Rock Hill, SC – Mr. Bobby Norman Brown, 74, died Saturday, October 28, 2023, at his home.

The family will receive friends 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Whitesell Funeral Home.

A native of Rock Hill, SC Mr. Brown was a son of the late William Pete Brown and Ruby Ayers...

Oct 27, 2023

Born in Shahpura, Rajasthan, India, Kamla Devi was the eldest of the seven children of Late Shrimati Bhavri Bai and Late Shri Basanti Lal Mathur.

Born late after marriage she was the miracle child who was dearly loved by family. She was mischievous, chatty, witty, and the life of family gatherings. She reminisced with joy the life...

Oct 27, 2023

Philip L Keisel, Sr., of Rock Hill, SC, passed away on Friday, October 27,2023.

A receiving of friends will be held on Monday, October 30, 2023, at 2:00 – 4:00 pm at Palmetto Funeral Home in Fort Mill, SC.

Philip was born on August 1, 1941, in Meadville, PA, the son of Louis W and...

Oct 26, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Rita Mariana Arteaga Quijano. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Oct 25, 2023

Erik Paul Miller passed away on October 25, 2023, in Indian Land, South Carolina at the age of 58.

Miller was born on April 29, 1965, in Washington, D.C. He graduated from Herndon High School and served in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he specialized in Aircraft Weapons Systems and Avionics.

After his honorable discharge...

Oct 25, 2023

David went into the loving my arms of our Glorious Father on Oct. 25th 2023.

He was a deeply devoted, loving husband and father. He was rich in faith, kindness, laughs and a genuinely caring soul. He never met a stranger and would do any and everything he could to help all he came in contact with....

Oct 24, 2023

Ashley Rene’ Bracey, 49, of Rock Hill, SC went to be with our Lord, Tuesday, October 24, 2023.

Ashley was preceded in death by her father, Rick R. Bracey. She is survived by her sons, Nathaniel Earl Carmon and Jacob Riley Bracey Hedrick; her mother, Ann W. Bracey; sisters, Kerri Ann Bracey and Kristin Lynn Bracey; her...

Oct 23, 2023

Dawn Michelle Burton (Shelly), was born in Alexandria, Virginia and was raised in nearby Burke and Springfield, Virginia.  She also attended school until high school graduation in the area.  After graduation she began pursuing a career in child care.  She worked at a daycare facility and taught at a local private school.  She was very passionate in this field...

Oct 21, 2023

Theron E Simmons of Fort Mill, SC passed away October 21, 2023.  Theron was born March 21, 1928, in Jackson County Georgia, the son of Albert C. and Mae Dickerson Simmons.  He was educated in Georgia public schools and Stamps Baxter Normal School of Music, where he studied harmony and composition.

In 1948, Theron went into the...

Oct 18, 2023

In Loving Memory of Ginette Cobb

Ginette Cobb, born in Wayne, Michigan in 1959, and resident of South Carolina, passed away on October 18, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was a beloved grandmother, wife, daughter, and sister, and her memory will forever be cherished by all who knew her.

Ginette epitomized selflessness, always...

Oct 18, 2023

Rock Hill, SC - Mr. Roger Snow Trimnal, 83, passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at his home.

Roger was born at home to Thomas Woodrow Trimnal and Virginia Louise Blue, on January 23, 1940, during an uncommon winter storm.  His middle name came from the first thing he saw; the falling snow.  Roger...

Oct 16, 2023

Fort Mill, SC – Mr. Edward “Bill” Lewis Chaney, died on Monday, October 16, 2023, at his home.

Celebration of Life 11:00 am, Saturday, October 21, 2023, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1883 Saluda Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732.

A native of Baton Rouge, LA, Bill was a son of the...

Oct 16, 2023

Bass-Cauthen Funeral Home is handling arrangements for the family.

Oct 13, 2023

Walter Gordon Lilley, 91, passed away peacefully October 13, 2023, surrounded by his family. He has been interred with full military honors at Fort Jackson National Cemetery, Columbia, South Carolina, with his beloved wife, Mary.

Walt was born October 2, 1932, was raised in Athol, Massachusetts. He enlisted in the Air Force at age 17. After serving...