Obituaries

Obituaries

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

Vickie R. Pontus

Vickie R. Pontus

Dec 24, 2025

Hickory Grove, SC - Mrs. Vickie Ratterree Pontus, formerly of Rock Hill, SC, 71, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 24, 2025.

A native of Rock Hill, SC Mrs. Pontus was a daughter of the late William Ratterree and Isabell Giles Ratteree. She will be remembered as a lady who loved going to church with her daughter...

William F. Barrineau (Bill)

William F. Barrineau (Bill)

Dec 3, 2025

William F. Barrineau (Bill), 89, of Fort Mill, S.C., was welcomed home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 3, 2025.

Bill was born on January 22, 1936, in Andrews, S.C., and spent summers as a young boy on Pawleys Island. He resided in Charlotte for 54 years before moving to Fort Mill in 2022. He was...

Nicholas Louis Gatti

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

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...

Sandra Bell McDonald

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

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, 2025, 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...

Geraldine Kaye Miller

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

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...

Bhagubhai Patel

Bhagubhai Patel

Dec 25, 2025

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Mary Sherer Bailey

Mary Sherer Bailey

Dec 23, 2025

Mrs. Mary Sherer Bailey, 81, of 902 Treasure Court, Fort Mill, South Carolina, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Piedmont Medical Center.

Born on January 7, 1944, Mrs. Bailey was the daughter of the late Faye Rhodes Sherer and Pressley Reid Sherer. She was preceded in death by her cherished husband, Jerry Wayne Bailey, who departed in 2007;...

Bohdan "Bo" Fediuk

Bohdan "Bo" Fediuk

Dec 22, 2025

Bohdan “Bo” Fediuk, a man of profound knowledge, unwavering punctuality, and a legendary ability to move mountains (provided he had a rope and a hoist) passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, at the age of 78. Bo was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose life was marked by hard work, generosity, and an indomitable spirit.

Born...

Zoila Esperanza Castillo De Ferreira

Zoila Esperanza Castillo De Ferreira

Dec 22, 2025

Zoila E. Castillo de Ferreira, de 85 años, residente de Clover, Carolina del Sur, falleció en paz el 22 de diciembre de 2025. Nació el 7 de marzo de 1940 en el estado Miranda, Venezuela. Hija de Manuel Antonio Castillo y Berta Martinez en Cua Estado Miranda Venezuela.

Zoila fue una esposa, madre, abuela y bisabuela profundamente amada. Fue un familiar...

Rita Horan

Rita Horan

Dec 17, 2025

Rita Martin Horan, whose cheerful smile and radiant personality lit up a room, passed away peacefully on Dec. 17, 2025 at age 85. She and her husband, Jack, lived in Sun City Carolina Lakes in Indian Land, S.C.

Rita was born in Brilliant, Ala., a coal-mining town, on Feb. 12, 1940, to John D. Sr. and Willie Martin. Rita entered the...

Brooklyn Cheyenne Snider

Brooklyn Cheyenne Snider

Dec 16, 2025

In Loving Memory of Brooklyn Cheyenne Snider

January 23, 2009 – December 16, 2025

Brooklyn Cheyenne Snider was an extraordinary young woman whose life, though far too short, was filled with kindness, humor, and love. Intelligent and mature beyond her years, she had a quiet wit that made people feel comfortable, seen, and valued.

She loved her friends, and cherished time with her...

JoAnn Bowles Stoker

JoAnn Bowles Stoker

Dec 16, 2025

JoAnn Stoker, age 88, of Fort Mill, SC, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 with family near. JoAnn was born in Davie County, NC, to Nina Velna Naylor Bowles and Thomas Masten Bowles on September 16, 1937.

JoAnn graduated from Farmington High School, where she was co-captain of the women’s basketball team, averaging more than 35 points...

Rebecca Williams Neal

Rebecca Williams Neal

Dec 11, 2025

It is with deep sadness that the family of Rebecca Williams Neal, 64, of York, SC, announces her passing on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at her home. 

Rebecca was born on June 6, 1961, to the late Mary (Lisenby) Williams and James A. Williams of Raliegh, NC.

Rebecca was preceded in death by her parents and late brothers, Dennis and Darrell Williams....

Sharon Elizabeth Pusey

Sharon Elizabeth Pusey

Dec 11, 2025

Sharon E. Pusey, 80, of Fort Mill, SC, passed away on December 11, 2025. She was born on December 10, 1945, in Wilmington, Delaware, the beloved daughter of the late Francis T. Green, Sr. and A. Marion Green, and one of nine children.Sharon retired from Bank of America in 2009. After retirement, she moved to Fort Mill to be near...

Frank William Decker

Frank William Decker

Dec 8, 2025

Beloved father, companion, and friend entered into rest on December 8, 2025.

Born on January 19, 1972, to William Francis Decker and Catherine Mary (Slaughter) Decker in Newburgh, NY, he lived most of his life in New Windsor, NY.

He learned automotive and diesel mechanics in his father’s shop, Bill Decker Service. His love of art in all forms came from his...

Patricia Tarlton

Patricia Tarlton

Dec 8, 2025

God reached down from the heavens and raised this beautiful woman into his arms where she will no longer suffer the pain of cancer and the sadness that envelopes one in their fight for life. Patsy will be missed and grieved by many. Known as a quiet and kind lady who would give you the shirt off her back while...