Obituaries

Local Spartanburg, South Carolina Obituaries

Mary Linda Colaluca

Mary Linda Colaluca

Oct 24, 2026

Mary Linda Colaluca of Moore, SC passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at the age of 70. She was born in Greenville, SC on June 28, 1956 to the late Leonard and Beunice Phillips Shockley.

Linda was a graduate of Greenville Technical College and spent more than 40 years working as a contract specialist with Jacobs Engineering, formerly Lockwood Greene...

Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) William Sterling Anderson

Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) William Sterling Anderson

Oct 20, 2026

LTC (Ret.) William Sterling Anderson passed away on October 20, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 3, 1942, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, he was the son of the late William Jeff and Agnes Gossett Anderson.

Sterling’s lifelong love story with his wife, Jane Bishop Anderson, began in third grade and continued when they reconnected in Ms. Hill’s 10th...

Janice Hutcherson Barr

Janice Hutcherson Barr

Oct 19, 2026

Janice Hutcherson Barr, 77, wife of the late James Barr, passed away on October 19, 2026. Born on November 13, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Ida Robbins and Carol Hutcherson.

A graduate of Dorman High School, Janice was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who held her family close to her heart. She also had a special love...

Wayne A. Barnes

Wayne A. Barnes

Oct 19, 2026

Wayne A. Barnes, beloved husband of Brenda Darlene Pettit Barnes, passed away on October 19, 2026. Born on February 23, 1944, he was the son of the late A.B. Barnes and Sue Puckett Barnes and brother to Patsy Gosnell (Roger).

Wayne and Darlene shared 62 years of marriage, building a life filled with love, family, and countless memories. Wayne often joked...

Helen O’Shields West

Helen O’Shields West

Oct 17, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Helen O’Shields West, a beloved mother, “Mimi,” and devoted servant of the Lord. She passed away on October 17, 2026, just two days after celebrating her 95th birthday, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and service to others.

Helen devoted her life to her faith, her family, and her...

Richard Len West Blackwell

Richard Len West Blackwell

Oct 16, 2026

Richard Len West Blackwell, 49, of Shelby, NC, husband of Sharon Cobb Blackwell, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026.

Born April 19, 1977, in Spartanburg, SC, he was the son of Charles Leslie Blackwell and Susanne Smith Blackwell.

Richard dedicated 24 years of his life to serving his community as a firefighter in Spartanburg County. He was also an ordained minister,...

Ankit Patel

Ankit Patel

Oct 16, 2026

Funeral Services can be livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/dunbarlivestream 

In Loving Memory of Ankit Patel

October 5, 1971 – October 16, 2026

Ankit Patel was a beloved husband, father, brother, pharmacist, and friend whose life was defined by perseverance, service to others, and an unwavering love for all.

Born on October 5, 1971, in Unjha, Gujarat, Ankit was a spirited, mischievous child who was far more...

Darelyn Evonne Arduser

Darelyn Evonne Arduser

Oct 15, 2026

Darelyn Evonne Arduser, beloved wife of the late John Alan Arduser, went home to her heavenly Father on October 15, 2026. She was born on January 21, 1931 in Platteville, Wisconsin, to the late Melvin C. and Lois Zurkelbach Horn.

Darelyn and John shared 50 wonderful years of marriage, building a life together filled with love, cherished memories, and many experiences.

Darelyn...

Kasey Logan Redfern

Kasey Logan Redfern

Oct 13, 2026

On October 13, 2026, at 1:53 p.m., Kasey Logan Redfern took his last breath here on earth and opened his eyes in eternity.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 24, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Spartanburg, 250 E Main St., Spartanburg, SC. Lauryl has requested everyone to wear Captain America colors, especially blue. There will be...

Jean Treadwell Yarborough Helms

Jean Treadwell Yarborough Helms

Oct 13, 2026

Jean Treadwell Yarborough Helms departed this life on October 13, 2026 surrounded by loved ones after a brief illness. Born on January 6th, 1938 to William Daniel Yarborough and Mary Elizabeth Treadwell Yarborough, she lived a life filled with love, grace and compassion. Throughout her life she endeavored to help those less fortunate, and to make the world a brighter...

Paul Raymond Womick

Paul Raymond Womick

Oct 11, 2026

Paul Raymond Womick of Moore, SC, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at the age of 81. He was born on December 19, 1944, to the late Geneva Henderson Womick and Boyce Thomas Womick.

Paul devoted much of his life to serving others. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, including service in the Vietnam War. Following...

Dicksie Thornton Gunter

Dicksie Thornton Gunter

Oct 11, 2026

Jesus opened up the Gates of Heaven on Sunday, October 11, 2026, to welcome a woman of exceptional dedication to Christ and her family, Dicksie Thornton Gunter. She passed away at home peacefully with her family, as she had requested. She was born July 23, 1938, at her aunt’s home in Manning, SC to the late Richard James and Gladys...

Joan Muriel Psaltis

Joan Muriel Psaltis

Oct 10, 2026

Joan Psaltis, 85, widow of George Andrew Psaltis, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Born on February 28, 1941, in New York, NY, Joan was the daughter of the late Louis and Hilda Greenberg.

Joan was an avid knitter who cherished spending time knitting with friends. She also enjoyed playing dominoes, Bible study, attending plays, and baking. She spent most...

Carl Franklin Bagwell

Carl Franklin Bagwell

Oct 10, 2026

Carl Franklin “Frankie” Bagwell, of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at the age of 81. He was born on May 30, 1945 to the late Julia Mooneyham and James Leroy Bagwell.

Frankie proudly served seven years in the United States Army. He spent many years working as a printer and later retired from MSI Viking Gage.

Frankie loved...

Jerre Sullivan Crocker

Jerre Sullivan Crocker

Oct 7, 2026

Jerre Sullivan Crocker, 86, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2026.

A native of Missouri, Jerre graduated as the Valedictorian of her class at Hornersville High School, where she also played basketball and was crowned Homecoming Queen. She went on to enjoy a fulfilling career in finance at WSPA until her retirement, when she devoted herself to caring for her beloved...

Marvin Lee Bright, Jr.

Marvin Lee Bright, Jr.

Oct 5, 2026

Marvin Lee Bright, Jr. of Pauline, SC went home to be with the Lord on October 5, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born on August 10, 1946, to the late Marvin Lee Bright, Sr. and Ida Virdella Thompson Bright.

After graduating from James F. Byrnes High School, Marvin enlisted in the United States Navy. He proudly served his...

Juanita Wood Lewis

Juanita Wood Lewis

Oct 5, 2026

Juanita Wood Lewis, 88, beloved wife of the late James Carl Lewis, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026. She was born on January 2, 1938, in Athens, Georgia, to the late J.C. Wood and Bertha Burroughs Wood.

Juanita was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a member of First Baptist Church and loved the Lord...

Rebecca Moyer Harmon

Rebecca Moyer Harmon

Oct 4, 2026

Rebecca “Becky” Moyer Harmon passed away October 4, 2026 at the age of 75. She was the widow of Barney L. Harmon. They were married for 36 years at the time of his death.

Becky is survived by one son, David Harmon (Adrienne); two grandsons, James and Graham Harmon; siblings, Delores Henderson, Eugene F. Moyer, Jr. (Judy), Steve Moyer (Beki), and...

Cecil Rigby Brown, Sr.

Cecil Rigby Brown, Sr.

Oct 2, 2026

Cecil Rigby Brown, Sr., husband of Barbara Edge Brown, passed away on October 2, 2026. He was born on September 3, 1932, a son of the late Clarice Melissa Smith Brown and Roy Wilkins Brown, Sr.

Cecil graduated from Spartanburg High School in 1951, Clemson University with a B.S. degree in 1955, and did postgraduate work at the University of South...

Carolyn Elders Morgan

Carolyn Elders Morgan

Oct 1, 2026

Carolyn Elders Morgan, 84, of Spartanburg, SC passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. Born on February 22, 1942 to the late Floyd and Ethel Elders, she was married to Howard Morgan for 55 wonderful years until his passing earlier this year.

She was a wonderful seamstress, making clothes and taking care of alterations for...