Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Indian Land and surrounding areas
Harold Barton (Bart) Smith
Aug 9, 2025
Rock Hill, SC - Pastor Harold Barton (BART) Smith went to be the Lord on August 9, 2025, at the age of 56. He was born June 17, 1969.
Memorial Service will be 4:00 PM Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Whitesell Funeral Home, 975 Riverview Road, Rock Hill, SC with the Revs. Stephen Braswell and C.T. Kirk. The family will receive...
Ernie Lee Rabon
Aug 7, 2025
Ernie Lee Rabon, of Richburg, South Carolina, passed away on August 7, 2025. He was born on November 3, 1951. Ernie was preceded in death by his wife, Tina Rabon, and his grandson, Devin Rabon.
He is survived by his son, Christopher Rabon, and three stepchildren: Kevin Sims (Julie and children), Aimee Bailey (Bill), and Mandi Blackwelder (Lee and children). He...
Keith Dwayne Stanley
Aug 6, 2025
It is with deep heartfelt sadness that we share the sudden passing of Keith Dwayne Stanley, age 55, of Ridgeway, SC. While his journey on this earth ended August 6, 2025, the light he carries will continue to shine in the hearts of all who love him.
Keith had a larger-than-life love, bringing an abundance of joy, warmth, comfort, and selfless...
Jacqueline Rocha
Aug 6, 2025
Jacqueline Rocha, age 74 of McConnells, South Carolina passed away on Wednesday, 6 August 2025. She was born to Fernando and Virginia Acosta on 3 December, 1950.
Jackie graduated Lakeview High School in Chicago before proudly finishing her degree at Arizona Western College.
Jackie served as a social worker for the Cabrini Green Housing Projects in Chicago and a state public servant...
Paul J. Gorst
Aug 5, 2025
Paul J. Gorst, 58 of Fort Mill, SC went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 5, 2025, surrounded by his wife Carrie, Daughter Sarah and close friend and pastor Dean Faulkner.
Paul was born on December 5, 1966 in Liverpool, England to Charles R. Gorst and Margaret E. Owens. He grew up in Charlotte, NC...
William John Macaulay
Aug 5, 2025
William John Macaulay, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. He was 86 years old. Born on November 20, 1938, in Malden, Massachusetts, William lived a life marked by deep family love and a kind heart.
For 65 years, William was the loving husband of Elizabeth Macaulay. His legacy lives...
Jeffrey Matthew Holland
Aug 3, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jeffrey Matthew Holland, age 39, of Charlotte, NC.
Jeffrey’s journey on this earth ended on August 3, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and lessons that will never be forgotten.
Jeffrey was an extremely passionate soul who brought energy and warmth to everyone around him. He loved his...
Sarah Johnson Totherow
Aug 3, 2025
Mrs. Sarah Johnson Totherow, 85, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, at her home in Fort Mill, South Carolina.
Born in Fort Mill, Sarah was the daughter of the late S.B. Johnson and Lillie Mae Johnson, and the devoted wife of the late Elmer J. Totherow. Sarah was also preceded in death by her sisters, Betty Helms and Patsy Meachum,...
Anthony "Tony" J. Bale
Aug 3, 2025
Anthony “Tony” J. Bale, 72, of Indian Land, SC, formerly from Ramsey, NJ, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Born on December 30, 1952, in Johnson City, NY, Tony lived a life marked by dedication to his work, his loved ones, and the values he held dear.
Tony spent most of his life in New Jersey, where he graduated from Paramus...
Margaret Vaughn Tamson
Aug 2, 2025
York, SC – Mrs. Margaret (Margie) Vaughn Tamson 86, went home to be with the Lord, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, August 2, 2025.
A private day of remembrance and celebration of life will be held for the family at a later date.
Mrs. Tamson was a daughter of the late Louis Vaughn and Margaret Lloyd She will forever be...
Christine Johnson Ricks
Aug 1, 2025
Christine Johnson Ricks passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025 at the age of 100. She was born on August 17, 1924 in Roanoke Rapids NC to the late James Frank Johnson and Olia Winton Blythe Johnson.She was predeceased by her husband Linwood (Link), her son Lynn Ricks, and her beloved granddog Sophie.She was a long standing member of Bethel...
Susan Marie Pinson
Jul 27, 2025
Susan Marie Plyler Pinson, of Rock Hill, passed away peacefully at home on July 27, 2025, with her family by her side.
Susan was born on October 3, 1955, in Monroe, NC, to Moser and Louise Plyler, who preceded her in death. Susan married Wayne Pinson of Rock Hill in October of 1980. Together, they built their loving family. She is...
Trudy Haseley
Jul 24, 2025
Trudy Haseley, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Indian Land, SC, on July 24, 2025, at the age of 77. She had battled heart disease, kidney disease, and dementia in her final years. While she will certainly be missed, her family rejoices at her healing in heaven thanks to her Christian faith.
Trudy is...
Hal Shepard Riker
Jul 24, 2025
Hal Shepard Riker, beloved son, husband, father and friend died on Thursday, July 24th, at the age of fifty-four surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Ithaca, New York in 1971, attended schools in Connecticut, graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder, then later earned his masters degree in business administration. His early interest in technology led...
Donna Wiggins Flanders
Jul 22, 2025
Donna Flanders, age 67, passed away on July 22, 2025 at her home in Indian Land, SC. She was a true warrior with an incredible attitude and tenacity, but finally lost her 7 year battle with cancer.
She spent most of her early years in Gastonia and Belmont, NC. In 1990 she married her husband Bill Flanders, and they moved to...
Amanda Lyn Patterson
Jul 22, 2025
Amanda Lyn Patterson, 41, of Fort Mill, SC, passed away unexpectedly on July 22, 2025. Born on July 14, 1984, in Fayetteville, NC, Amanda brought joy, warmth, and kindness to everyone who knew her.
Amanda is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Richard Patterson, who she affectionately called her best friend and partner in life. She is also survived by...
Michael Dean Fling
Jul 21, 2025
Michael Dean Fling, Sr. a beloved husband, father, granddad and friend, passed away peacefully at home Monday night July 21 at the age of 73, surrounded by his loving wife and children,
Born January 15, 1952, he was so proud to say he was born and raised in Fort Mill.
Mike pursued a career in plumbing and electric, working for his dad...
Deborah Anne Ryan McAteer
Jul 20, 2025
Rock Hill, SC – Mrs. Deborah Anne Ryan McAteer, 76, went home to be with the Lord, on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Agape House of Lexington, Lexington, SC.
Born in Rochester, NY, Mrs. McAteer was a daughter of the late James Ryan and Marilyn Jones Ryan. She will be remembered as a lady of loved her husband, Ronald McAteer dearly....
Edward Louis Bearden Jr.
Jul 19, 2025
Ed Bearden passed away peacefully at home in Fort Mill, SC, on Saturday, July 19, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Ed was born July 16, 1953, in Charlotte, NC, to Edward Louis (Jerry) Bearden, Sr., and Daphne Jean Simpkins Bearden. He was a 1971 graduate of East Mecklenburg High School and received a B.A. from UNCC in Liberal Arts,...
Herman Thomas Barrentine
Jul 19, 2025
Fort Mill - Herman Thomas Barrentine was born on November 9th, 1955, and peacefully passed on July 19th, 2025.
Herman was known for being an avid hunter and was a member of the Big Scrape Hunt Club for many years. He also enjoyed fishing, and he loved battling the stripers. He was an avid softball player, bowler, and golfer. He was...
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