Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Indian Land and surrounding areas
Kenneth Shehan Jr. "Kenny"
Feb 22, 2026
Kenneth Shehan Jr., known as Kenny, went to be with the Lord. He was a resident of Rock Hill.
Kenny worked as a hardwood floor finisher. He was an artist who loved music and had a deep love for his animals.
He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Shehan Sr.
He is survived by his loving partner, Monica Wright Wayt; his...
Billy Ray Haire
Feb 21, 2026
Fort Mill, SC - Mr. Billy Ray Haire passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. A lifelong native of Fort Mill, he was a son of the late Billy J. & Mary Parks Haire.
He was the owner and founder of Fort Mill Funeral Home. He attended Fort Mill schools and was a graduate...
Amber Danielle Cassell Becton
Feb 20, 2026
Amber Danielle Cassell Becton, 33, of Rock Hill, SC, passed away on February 20, 2026.
Born on April 15, 1992, Amber was a beautiful spirit whose presence could never be ignored. She was joyful, wild, and unapologetically herself. Amber was always incredibly brave in the face of life’s hardships. A childhood cancer survivor, she carried within her a rare strength, resilience,...
Colton Thomas Brown
Feb 20, 2026
Colton Thomas Brown, age 18, of Fort Mill, SC, passed away on February 20, 2026.
Born on October 7, 2007 to Daniel and Melissa Brown. Colton was a Senior at Catawba Ridge High School. He was known by his friends and family for his warm smile, caring nature, and his ability to make people laugh.
Colton was in the top 15% of...
John Franklin Krumwiede
Feb 20, 2026
John F. Krumwiede of Rock Hill, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away Friday, February 20, 2026. Born on September 4, 1937, in Kankakee, Illinois, son of the late Franklin and Helen (Knapp) Krumwiede.
Loving father of Laura K. (James) Hartwell of MD, Lisa M. (Michael) Brown of MD, and Linda B. (Raymond) Piedt of Fort Mill. Grandfather of Elizabeth, Andrew, Jack,...
Judy Efird Helms
Feb 20, 2026
Judy Efird Helms, age 79, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 20, 2026.
Judy was born on April 30, 1946, to Spencer and Mary Efird. She grew up on Williamson Street and attended Fort Mill Schools. On May 9, 1964, she married her sweetheart, Wayme Helms, in her parents’ front yard, officiated by her uncle, Titus...
James "Jim" Paul Hyland
Feb 19, 2026
Deacon James (Jim) Paul Hyland, 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Rock Hill, SC, on Wednesday, February 19, 2026. Born on October 12, 1942, at St. Francis Hospital in Charleston, SC, he was the son of the late James Dennis Hyland and Nora Heard Hyland.
Jim was a graduate of Belmont Abbey College and became a member of the...
Robert Thomas Lombardo Jr "Bobby"
Feb 18, 2026
Robert Thomas Lombardo, Jr., lovingly known as Bobby, passed away peacefully. He was a resident of Belmont, North Carolina, and formerly of DeLand, Florida.
Bobby was a retired concrete mason who took great pride in his work. Through the years, he built not only strong foundations in his profession but also lasting relationships with those who knew him.
He had a love...
JoAnn Nena Robinson
Feb 18, 2026
JoAnn Nena Robinson, age 85, passed away after a life marked by devotion to family, professional accomplishment, and lasting friendships. She was born on October 5, 1940.JoAnn shared a loving marriage of 50 years with her husband, Gary. Their relationship was defined by deep devotion, enduring friendship, and a passionate partnership that shaped the foundation of their family.She is lovingly...
Joyce Elaine Vaughan Baker
Feb 18, 2026
Joyce Elaine Vaughan Baker, 86, went home to be with the Lord on February 18, 2026. She was blessed to be at home surrounded by her family and friends. Her daughter was holding her hand as she entered into the loving arms of her Savior.
Joyce was born on April 11, 1939. A proud graduate of Rock Hill High School, Class...
Peggy Bridges Christian
Feb 18, 2026
Peggy Bridges Christian, age 90, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 18, 2026.
Peggy was a beautiful soul, full of joy, laughter, and the love of Christ. She had a special way of bringing life into every room she entered, and her presence was a gift to everyone who knew her.
She...
Elizabeth Diana Hammond
Feb 17, 2026
McConnells, SC - Mrs. Elizabeth Diana Childers Hammond, 78, died Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center, Rock Hill, SC.
Memorial services will be 2:00 pm Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Whitesell Funeral Home with the Rev. Terry Gardener officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
A native of Gastonia, NC Mrs. Hammond was a daughter of the late...
Alton Osco Ramsey
Feb 16, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Alton Osco Ramsey, 73, who went to be with the Lord on February 16, 2026.
Alton was born in Rock Hill, South Carolina, on August 1, 1952, to Elzie Ramsey and Maybelle Lindsey, and later gained a stepfather through his mother’s marriage to Homer Lindsey. Alton married Sharon Ramsey in 1970, building a...
Elaine Ruth Ingham
Feb 16, 2026
Elaine Ruth Ingham, groundbreaking microbiologist and a leader in the regenerative agriculture movement, died on Monday in Fort Mill, South Carolina, with her husband by her side. She was 73 years old.
Ingham was known for her soil science research that developed the concept of the soil food web. She championed the critical role of microorganisms in building healthy, sustainable ecosystems....
Martha Sandridge Ferkol
Feb 14, 2026
Martha Sue (Sandridge) Ferkol, 89, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Martha lived a full and vibrant life defined by strength, humor, compassion, and a deep love for those around her.
Born on September 27, 1936, in Wheeling, West Virginia, Martha was the daughter of Ariel “Happy” Morris...
Parimala Sruthi Kulkarni
Feb 14, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sruthi, who left this world peacefully on February 14, 2026 at 4:03 PM (ET). The time of passing was officially registered by the attending nurse at 4:45 PM (ET) after a courageous battle with illness.
Sruthi was a loving wife, devoted mother to Advithi and Amogh, and a compassionate soul...
Gislaine Aline da Silva
Feb 12, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gislaine Aline da Silva on February 12, 2026. Born on April 16, 1991, in Andradas, Minas Gerais, Brazil, Gislaine departed far too soon, leaving behind a legacy of light and determination.
A resident of Fort Mill, South Carolina, Gislaine built a solid career as a Production Engineer. She was widely...
Nancy Thompson Jenkins
Feb 11, 2026
Nancy Thompson Jenkins, 85, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on February 11, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Born on July 31, 1940, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Nancy spent both the first and final chapters of her life in the city she called home. She lived much of her adult life in Indian Land, South Carolina,...
Phyllis Gonterman Clark
Feb 10, 2026
In loving memory and thanksgiving for the life of Phyllis Gonterman Clark (February 5, 1927 – February10, 2026)
We thank God for the life of Phyllis Gonterman Clark, who died and entered the church triumphant on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
Phyllis Clark was born in 1927 in Hart County, KY to devoted parents, the late Judge William L. and Mayme Woodring Gonterman....
Betty Schuermann Stiff
Feb 10, 2026
Betty Schuermann Stiff, 95, of Rock Hill, SC, went to be with her Lord on February 10, 2026.
She was born on February 20, 1930 to her late parents, William S. Schuermann, Sr., and Gladys Bogart Schuermann. She was a brilliant pianist and an extremely talented embroiderer. The focus of her life was her faith, followed by her love of her...
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