Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Indian Land and surrounding areas
Michael James Davis
Jun 9, 2026
Michael James Davis, 55, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on June 9, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous two-year battle with esophageal cancer.
Born on April 11, 1971, in Nashua, New Hampshire, Michael was the son of the late James and Joyce Davis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death...
Elizabeth Ann Macaulay
Jun 8, 2026
Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Macaulay, born October 9, 1938, in Malden, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, in Fort Mill, South Carolina.
She lived a long and meaningful life devoted to caring for others, her family, and her community. Betty graduated from the nursing program at Malden Hospital and went on to serve as a registered nurse for 50 years....
James Joseph Hick
Jun 7, 2026
James "Jim" Hick, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on December 24, 1941, in the vibrant heart of the Bronx, NY, Jim was the cherished son of Edward and Catherine Hick. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Robert and Edward, and...
Mary Cecilia Henry
Jun 6, 2026
Mary Henry passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026 at the age of 95, in the comfort of a loving family home.
Born in Buffalo, New York, Mary rose from humble beginnings through quiet determination and careful stewardship of what little she had. Beginning with saving quarters earned at summer jobs at Crystal Beach, she built considerable resources that allowed her...
Leon (Hosee) Blake, Jr.
Jun 5, 2026
Rock Hill, SC - Leon (Hosee) Blake, Jr , 93, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Wayne T. Patrick Hospice House.
A native of York County, SC Mr. Blake was a son of the late Leon Blake, Sr. and Sally Dunlap Kennedy. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He will...
Steven Gaston Locke
Jun 4, 2026
Rock Hill, SC - Steven Gaston Locke died on June 4, 2026, at the age of 58. He was the son of Nancy Gaston Locke and William Calhoun Locke Sr., and the youngest of seven children. He was, by his mother’s account, her favorite child and the most beautiful baby she had ever seen.
To know Steve was often to be...
Naomi Gomez Badajos
Jun 1, 2026
On Monday, June 1, 2026, Naomi Gomez Badajos passed away peacefully with family at her side at the age of 58. Born in Cavite, Philippines, she was a beloved mother to Joshua (Kristen) Manuel, a dear sister to her eight siblings: Sarah (Tally) Bagacay, Ruth Cavales, Rebecca (Rodel) Quemado, Benjamin (Minnie) Badajos, Analisa Badajos, John (Rhoda) Badajos, Miriam (Omar) Franco,...
Alma Lou Taff
May 31, 2026
Alma Lou (Ice) Taff, 92, of Rock Hill, SC, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, May 30, 2026, at home surrounded by loved ones. She was born August 24, 1933, in Mannington, WV, daughter of the late Rawley Dewey and Bessie Ice.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Nathaniel Taff,...
Robert Frank Kaczmarczyk
May 30, 2026
Robert (Bob) passed away on May 30, 2026 after a brief illness. He was born in Syracuse NY in November 1949.
He graduated from Assumption Catholic Highschool and then joined the US Marine Corps. After his Honorable Discharge from The Marines he attended Central City Business Institute where he earned an Accounting degree.
From there life took him to Key Bank where...
Catherine Sheils Bestall
May 30, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Catherine Sheils Bestall on May 30, 2026, at her home, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. Born on July 21, 1950, in Queens, NY, Cathy was a beacon of kindness and positivity, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend whose light touched all who knew her.
Cathy was the...
Debra Fields (Cooper) Howell
May 29, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected, but peaceful, passing of Debra Fields Howell on May 29, 2026, at her home in Rock Hill, SC. Debra went to be with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, at the age of 70. She was a beloved mother and wife, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion, and...
Charlene Edna Carter Cunnup
May 27, 2026
Charlene Edna Carter Cunnup of Fort Mill, SC and formerly of Rock Hill, SC went to be with the Lord on May 27, 2026. She was born April 9, 1935, in Rock Hill, SC, daughter of the late Charlie Carter and Margaret Carter.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM, at Newkirk Baptist Church,...
Rose Moreschi
May 27, 2026
Rose Marie Moreschi passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026, in Fort Mill, South Carolina at the age of 90.
Rose was born Rosa Domenica Ripepi on January 25, 1936, in Monongahela, Pennsylvania, to Catherine Quattrone and Michaelangelo Ripepi. Rose was the youngest of 8 children. She grew up surrounded by the warmth of a close-knit Italian family, rooted in a strong...
Ann Huffman Pickford
May 27, 2026
Ann Huffman Pickford of Tega Cay, South Carolina passed away on May 27, 2026. She was born July 20, 1938 to the late Margaret Todd and John Cecil Huffman of Waynesboro, Virginia.
She graduated from Waynesboro High School and Madison College, and taught school in Waynesboro and Albemarle County.
Ann married Herbert A. Pickford III in 1961 and moved to Albemarle County,...
Mary Warren Phifer
May 26, 2026
Mary Warren Phifer, 84, of Fort Mill went home to be with the Lord on May 26, 2026. Mary will be remembered for her faith in God as well as being a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and faithful friend. She was known for her strong work ethic, sage advice and community service. Mary loved learning about & traveling to...
Dorothy May Ransom
May 26, 2026
Dorothy May “Dot” Ransom went to meet her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 26, 2026, surrounded by her family.
She is survived by her husband, Carter, her children Mark Barnes (Terri) and Sonya Turner, her grandchildren Will Barnes, Jessie Barnes Groth (Phil), Wesley Barnes, Alexis Turner, and Luke Turner.
Dorothy was a longtime member of Central Church of God, a...
Daniel Theodore "Doc" Gilbert
May 25, 2026
Daniel Theodore "Doc" Gilbert, born April 28, 1962, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 25, 2026, at the age of 62. His sudden passing has left an immeasurable void in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
To know Danny was to know someone you could always count on. If a family member,...
Salvatore Noto, Jr.
May 23, 2026
Salvatore Noto Jr., 80, passed away on May 23, 2026, following a tragic house fire at his home in Catawba, South Carolina. He left this world alongside his loyal dog and constant companion, Max.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Sal left school after the 8th grade to enter the workforce. He was a true, old-school Brooklyn Italian until the...
MaryAnne Long
May 23, 2026
MaryAnne Long, 94, of Fort Mill, SC passed away peacefully after a long battle with health issues Saturday May 23, 2026 at Atrium Healthcare in Pineville with her daughter by her side.
MaryAnne was preceded in death by her loving husband, Paul C. Long Jr, her parents Richard and Edna Troup, and brother and sister Richard Troup and Nancy (Troup) Purdy.
MaryAnne...
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