obituaries

Dec 1, 2025

There will be a Balloon Release held, we ask that everyone brings Green balloons.

Sep 25, 2025

Mr. Braylen LáMont Jackson, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the age of 14.

Braylen was born on January 20, 2011, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, to his loving mother, Rylan DeAnn Jackson. He was deeply cherished by his family and friends, and will be remembered for the...

Sep 24, 2025

Thelma Lena (Gaither) Steele, of Great Falls, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the home of her daughter, Shevelle Steele, in Lancaster, South Carolina.

Born on September 2, 1951, Thelma was a devoted and loving mother. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Shevelle Steele and Sabrina Steele, and her sons,...

Sep 15, 2025

Mr. James Demond Gladney, 47, of 117 Deaver Street, Chester, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 15, 2025, at MUSC Chester Medical Center.

Born April 15, 1978, in Chester, he was the beloved son of Dora Sinclair Gladney and the late James Clyde Gladney. James was a son, father, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin, and...

Aug 20, 2025

With deep love and hope in Jehovah's promises, we announce that our dear sister, Remattie Titus Buchanan Walker, of 754 Old York Road, Chester, SC, fell asleep in death at home on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.

Sister Walker was a woman of faith who found joy in sharing...

Aug 8, 2025

Mary Ellen Harris, 85, of Chester, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 8, 2025, in Rock Hill, South Carolina. She was born on September 29, 1939, in Chester, the beloved daughter of the late James Alex Stroud Sr. and the late Nora Bell McCullough Stroud.

At the age of 18, Mary moved to New...

Aug 3, 2025

Celebration of Life for Betty Jean Perdue

Betty Jean Perdue, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, entered eternal rest on August 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at her home in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

Born on April 16, 1950, in Augusta, Georgia, Betty was the cherished daughter of the late Lee Otis and...

Jul 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Mrs. Francine Willis of Rock Hill, South Carolina, announces her passing on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Piedmont Medical Center.

The family will receive friends at the home of her daughter, Latifah Long, located at 2156 Montclair Drive, Apt. 53, in Rock Hill.

Funeral arrangements are...

Jul 18, 2025

We encourage all family members and friends In the spirit of Michael's laid-back style, we encourage attendees to the funeral service that will be held Thursday, July 24, 2025 to please wear baseball hats and casual attire of their choice, reflecting his unique personality. Michael Fitzgerald Dowdy, affectionately known as "Gerald," was born on November 16, 1966, in Chester,...

Jun 27, 2025

In Loving Memory of Zy'Derec Ny'sean Massey

August 26, 2007 – June 27, 2025

Zy'Derec Ny'sean Massey, age 17, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Friday, June 27, 2025. Born August 26, 2007, Zy'Derec was a loving son, devoted brother, and a quiet soul who touched the hearts of everyone he...

Jun 8, 2025

Esther Elizabeth Cornwell, a beloved native of Chester, South Carolina, passed away on June 8, 2025, in Rock Hill, SC. Born on January 9, 1970, she was the daughter of Maggie B. Cornwell Jordan and the late Eli Harrison.

Esther resided at 3356 Pilgrim Road in the Wilksburg Community. She loved her family deeply, and her nieces...

May 28, 2025

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Deborah Ann Pratt Tyler

January 24, 1960 – May 28, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound faith in God's promise of eternal rest, we announce the passing of Mrs. Deborah Ann Pratt Tyler, who departed this life peacefully at her home on May 28, 2025, at 6109 McBride Street in...

May 28, 2025

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Emma Lee Gaither Dunlap, who departed this life on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center in Columbia, South Carolina.

A native of Chester County, she was the beloved daughter of the late Fleechard Gaither and the late Pearlie Mae Maloney Gaither. Emma was a devoted...

May 24, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Jade Sharon Buchanan, who departed this life on May 24, 2025, in Eastover, South Carolina, at the age of 62.

Born on August 9, 1962, in New York, New York, Jade was the daughter of the late Kathaniel Atkinson Simpson and Williams Simpson. She was preceded in...

Apr 26, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Mrs. Freddie Mae Murphy Johnson, of 117 Frazier Drive, Chester, South Carolina. Surrounded by the love and comfort of her family, she peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on April 26, 2025.

Born on April 13, 1941, in Chester, South Carolina, Freddie Mae was the beloved daughter...

Apr 19, 2025

Mr. Benjamin Jackson, of 5218 Colonial Drive, Columbia, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on April 19, 2025, in Loganville, Georgia. A native of Columbia, South Carolina, Mr. Jackson was born on October 2, 1938, the beloved son of the late Fannie Weston Jackson and the late Louis Jackson.

He was the devoted husband of Mrs. Thelma...

Apr 12, 2025

With hearts heavy yet full of hope in the promises of God, we announce the passing of Mr. Camryn Addarryll "Puff" Young of 15126 US Highway 21 North, Great Falls, South Carolina, who departed this life tragically and far too soon on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

Born on October 30, 2006, Camryn was the beloved son of...

Apr 12, 2025

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Ethel Mae Savannah Underwood Atkinson

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Mrs. Ethel Mae Savannah Underwood Atkinson of Chester, South Carolina, who departed this life on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

Born on May 30, 1931, in Abbeville, South Carolina, Mrs. Atkinson was the cherished daughter...

Apr 1, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Tommy Mack "Rock"  Foster, Sr. of 135 1/2 Oak Street, Chester, SC.

A soldier in the army of the Lord: he fought a good fight; he kept the Faith, henceforth a crown is waiting for him in Glory. Tommy Mack "Rock" Foster entered eternal rest on...

Mar 31, 2025

Johnny "Bunny" Franklin, 71, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025. He was born on July 10, 1953, in Chester County, South Carolina, to Sumter Franklin Sr., and Annie Mae Franklin.

Johnny was the youngest of three brothers and was cherished as the baby of the family. To many of his friends and family, he was affectionately...