All Obituaries
Ira King Spartanburg
Ira Paul King, 92, went home to be with the Lord on April 24, 2024. He was the husband of Carrie Maxine King for 70 years and the son of the late Emmanuel Wesley and Lucy Mahon King.
He was a member of Skylyn Presbyterian Church, and a member of the Whitney Masonic Lodge #264 and a member of the American Legion Post 28 (Duncan Park). Ira was in the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War. He was a Ship Association Member of the USS Essex and the USS Point Cruise. He was the former owner...
Ira Paul King, 92, went home to be with the Lord on April 24, 2024. He was the husband of Carrie Maxine King for 70 years and the son of the late Emmanuel Wesley and Lucy Mahon King.
He was a...
Patricia Norton Inman
Patricia Ann Norton, 73, passed away on April 24, 2024. She was the wife of the late Phillip Norton and the daughter of the late James and Beverly Peeler.
She loved to dance and was a member of the Tap Dames.
Patricia is survived by a son, Brian Norton (Laurie); a daughter, Amy Schweinsberg (Sunny); sisters, Ginny Turner and Brenda Purvis (Billy); and grandchildren, Ryan, Bristan, Jaxon, Emma, Channing, Sophie and Reece.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 1:00 PM...
Patricia Ann Norton, 73, passed away on April 24, 2024. She was the wife of the late Phillip Norton and the daughter of the late James and Beverly Peeler.
She loved to dance and was a member of...
Carl Bailey Spartanburg
Carl Jackson Bailey, 93, went home to be with the Lord on April 19, 2024. He was the husband of Jeanette Bailey and the son of the late Rester and Lillie Bailey.
He is survived by a sister, Elizabeth Williams; a special niece and nephew that were dear to his heart, Dustin Swofford and Theresa Swofford; and numerous other nieces and nephews.
Carl is predeceased by a son, Steve Bailey; a brother, Billie Bailey; and a sister, Nellie Vickers.
A visitation will be held on Friday, April 26,...
Carl Jackson Bailey, 93, went home to be with the Lord on April 19, 2024. He was the husband of Jeanette Bailey and the son of the late Rester and Lillie Bailey.
He is survived by a sister,...
Gretta Lea Kling (née Speer), born on the 16th of June, 1935, in Howard, Kansas, passed away on the 19th of April, 2024, at the venerable age of 88, at home in Spartanburg, SC. Her journey through life was marked by a steadfast commitment to education, faith, and family, values that she held dear until her last moments.
Gretta grew up on a farm near Howard with her parents and two sisters. She loved drawing, reading, and riding horses. After graduating high...
Gretta Lea Kling (née Speer), born on the 16th of June, 1935, in Howard, Kansas, passed away on the 19th of April, 2024, at the venerable age of 88, at home in Spartanburg, SC. Her...
Mary Ballew Cowpens
The funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 1:00 PM at Bobo Funeral Chapel. Michael Stubblefield will be conducting the service.
The funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 1:00 PM at Bobo Funeral Chapel. Michael Stubblefield will be conducting the service.
Madge Buffkin Spartanburg
Madge L. Buffkin, 91, went home to be with the Lord on April 10, 2024. She was the wife of the late William Edgar Buffkin and the daughter of the late Tanner and Thelma Lavender.
She was the treasurer of the Mary Montgomery Chapter #231, Order of The Eastern Star for many years, a member of Drayton Baptist Church and a homemaker.
Madge is survived by her daughter, Velda Buffkin; grandchildren, Chris Gaffney (Beth), Chasity Howell, April Fowler, Luke Buffkin (Ali) and Vivian Dudley...
Madge L. Buffkin, 91, went home to be with the Lord on April 10, 2024. She was the wife of the late William Edgar Buffkin and the daughter of the late Tanner and Thelma Lavender.
She was the...
Sharon Davy Spartanburg
Sharon L. Davy, 76, passed away on April 3, 2024, after a long struggle with COPD and Covid. She was the wife of Fred Davy and the daughter of the late Vanzandt and Rae Janeway.
Sharon retired from Bristol Meyers Squibb of East Syracuse, NY. She was active with the American Legion, the Red Hat Society and Austin and Bantam Antique Car Club. She played the flute, and was an Avon representative.
She is survived by her daughter, Kim Whitmire (Hank); her brother, Eric Janeway; sisters, Laura...
Sharon L. Davy, 76, passed away on April 3, 2024, after a long struggle with COPD and Covid. She was the wife of Fred Davy and the daughter of the late Vanzandt and Rae Janeway.
Sharon retired...
Elizabeth Shand Spartanburg
In loving memory of Elizabeth Mary Roberts Shand, who passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 3, 2024. Born on February 25, 1948, to Walter and Margaret Bulloch, Elizabeth's life was full of love, compassion, and creativity. She was a dedicated educator, shaping the minds of students in Scotland, England, and the United States. Her marriage to Alistair Shand on July 11, 1970, was a union of unwavering love and partnership, resulting in the joy of raising two children, Russell and...
In loving memory of Elizabeth Mary Roberts Shand, who passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 3, 2024. Born on February 25, 1948, to Walter and Margaret Bulloch, Elizabeth's life was full...
Elizabeth Womick Mitchell, of Spartanburg, SC went to her Heavenly home on March 23, 2024.
She was a loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Friend. She was a gifted musician, and enjoyed sharing her love of music with others. She was an avid reader, and her most loved book was her Bible. She enjoyed cooking and trying new recipes. She made the most of the life she was given, and enjoyed the little things.
In keeping with her wishes, there will not be a service. Hug those you love,...
Elizabeth Womick Mitchell, of Spartanburg, SC went to her Heavenly home on March 23, 2024.
She was a loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Friend. She was a gifted musician, and enjoyed...
Dorothy Skates Cowpens
Dorothy Dean Skates, 88, passed away on March 25, 2024. She was the wife of the late Darvin Melvin Skates and the daughter of the late Oscar and Bertha Hester.
She enjoyed gardening, flowers and raising chickens.
Dorothy is survived by a son, Grady Skates (Lou Ann); daughters, Kathy Skates Powell and Julie Jenkins; brothers, Buddy, Junior, Gary and Eddie; sisters, Ann, Virginia and Helen; ten grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; and her beloved dog, Blondie.
She is predeceased by...
Dorothy Dean Skates, 88, passed away on March 25, 2024. She was the wife of the late Darvin Melvin Skates and the daughter of the late Oscar and Bertha Hester.
She enjoyed gardening, flowers and...