Linda Grubb McGarity

Linda Sue Grubb McGarity, 76, wife of the late Marion Carlisle McGarity, passed away on November 5, 2026. She was the daughter of Paul and Sue Crenshaw Grubb of Seneca, SC. 

A proud graduate of Clemson University, Linda remained a devoted and enthusiastic Clemson fan throughout her life. She dedicated 39 years of teaching english at Whitlock Junior High School and Spartanburg High School in Spartanburg's School District seven, where she touched the lives of countless students. 

Outside of the classroom, Linda enjoyed playing bridge, reading, delivering Mobile Meals, and traveling abroad. Above all, she treasured attending Clemson football games and cheering on her beloved Tigers. 

A longtime member of First Presbyterian Church in Spartanburg, Linda valued her faith and cherished the meaningful connections she shared with family and friends. 

She is survived by her brother, Dr. Larry Grubb (Donna); her niece, Amanda Kolpitcke (Andy); her great-niece, Grace Kolpitcke; her stepson, Dr. Newman McGarity (Sherry); her grandchildren; Allison McGarity, Morgan McGarity, and Dr. Patrick McGarity (Lindsey); and her great-grandson, Banks McGarity. 

A memorial services will be held on December 5th, 2026 , 3 PM in the Chapel at First Presbyterian Church, 393 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC. The family will receive friends following the service in The Perrin Room. 

The family would like to thank her very special friend, Clara Love McIntyre, and Linda's caregiver, Brandy Feigel. 

In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorial contributions in memory of Linda may be made to Mobile Meals of Spartanburg, 419 E. Main St. Spartanburg, SC 29302, or to the Spartanburg Humane Society, 150 Dexter Rd. Spartanburg, SC 29303.