Local Spartanburg, South Carolina Obituaries
Lynn Alexander Culp
Jul 30, 2026
Lynn Alexander Culp, 77, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, beloved wife of Craig C. Culp went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, July 30, 2026.
Born in Simpsonville, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Milton Otho (M.O.) Alexander and Francis Marion Hatchett. Lynn graduated from Erskine College in 1971 with a degree in Education before settling...
Betty Jo Clary
Jul 29, 2026
Betty Jo Clary of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at the age of 79. She was born on August 9, 1946 to the late Lillie Mae Hill and Charlie Joe Mann.
A truly loving person, Betty Jo will be remembered for her kindness, generosity, and care. She never met a stranger and was always willing to lend...
Stacey Dion Murphy
Jul 29, 2026
Stacey Dion Murphy of Chesnee, SC passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the age of 56. He was born in Spartanburg on November 12, 1969, to the late Jewell Elizabeth and Paul Edward Murphy, Jr.
After attending Dorman High School, Stacey became a heavy machinery operator. He was self-employed for a few years and worked in the construction industry...
Phyllis Ann (Betsill) Haupt
Jul 29, 2026
Phyllis Ann (Betsill) Haupt, 59, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. She was born in Fort Dix, NJ on July 5, 1967, to Sammy and Sarah V. Betsill.
After attending Vanden High School and Santa Barbara University in California, Phyllis became an international model. She was based in New York, but her career took her to many major cities around...
Phillip Ree Kennedy
Jul 28, 2026
Phillip Ree Kennedy, known lovingly to all as Phil, passed away on July 28th, 2026 at his home in Woodruff, South Carolina. Born on July 21, 1953, in Woodruff to the late Buddy Kennedy and the late Vivian Kennedy.
He dedicated more than thirty years of faithful service to Trelleborg, formerly known as Reeves Brothers, before retiring. For many years, Phil...
Myra Caldwell Alley
Jul 26, 2026
Myra Caldwell Alley, widow of James Robert Alley, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Born May 24, 1937 in Spartanburg, SC, she was the daughter of the late Hugh Cannon and Lottie Jennings Caldwell.
She was a member of the Order of The Eastern Star and the pianist for Roebuck Methodist Church.
Myra is survived by her sons, Robert Jay Alley...
June Sharpe Carswell
Jul 26, 2026
June Frances Sharpe Carswell of Spartanburg, SC went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at the age of 92. She was born in Waynesboro, GA to the late Julian Camby and Grace Sharpe.
She was a faithful member of Mount Calvary Presbyterian Church as long as she was physically able to attend.
June was married to Hugh Carswell,...
Cecil David Beard
Jul 24, 2026
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the unexpected passing of Cecil David Beard on Friday, July 24, 2026. He was the second son born to the Rev. Dr. C.H. and Elizabeth H. Beard and was predeceased by them both.
His early years were spent in Hemingway, SC, before moving with his family to Tigerville, SC. He...
Sammy Karl Gabriel, PhD
Jul 21, 2026
Sammy Karl Gabriel, PhD of Spartanburg, SC passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born on August 9, 1942, in Hennessey, Oklahoma to the late Albert and Irene Johnston Gabriel.
After graduating from Hennessey High School (Class of 1960), Sammy earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Oklahoma State University and his Doctorate Degree from Georgia Institute...
Winifred Barritt Walsh
Jul 21, 2026
Winifred Clare Barritt Walsh, age 75, died July 21, 2026.
Born September 12, 1950 in Charlottesville, Virginia, she grew up in Lexington, Virginia and was the daughter of the late Carlyle Westbrook Barritt and Mabel Cunningham Sites Barritt.
She married William Emmet Walsh on August 7, 1971. Winnie and Bill fell in love at first sight and remained devoted to each other.
Winnie...
Joe Allen Gowan
Jul 20, 2026
Joe Allen Gowan, 68, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026. He was born on May 29, 1958, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to the late Joe Dean Gowan and Elizabeth Murph Gowan.
Joe had a passion for music and entertainment that touched many lives. He spent much of his career as a radio DJ, working at several radio stations and sharing...
William Keith Bishop
Jul 15, 2026
William Keith Bishop, 74, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
Born on November 14, 1951, he was the son of the late William “Bill” W. Bishop and Ruby Hardin Bishop. Keith proudly served in the National Guard for six years and was the former owner of G & E Parts Center. He...
Rachel Butler Rice
Jul 14, 2026
Rachel Butler Rice, of Spartanburg, SC passed away peacefully on July 14, 2026 at the age 90.
Born on December 24, 1935, in Rutherford, North Carolina, Rachel was the daughter of the late Charles and Sue Butler.
Rachel shared 57 wonderful years of marriage with the love of her life, the late Clyde Everette Rice. Together they built a home centered on...
Linda Lee Adams
Jul 13, 2026
Linda Lee Adams, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away in the comfort of her home on July 13, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on January 26, 1947, in Amarillo, Texas, Linda's life was a testament to love, dedication, and unwavering kindness.
Linda leaves behind a legacy of love, survived by her devoted children, Tracy Dimsdale (Joe),...
Linda Elaine Patterson Strickland
Jul 13, 2026
Linda Elaine Strickland, wife of Thad O. Strickland, passed away surrounded by her family on July 13, 2026. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend and will be deeply missed.
Born in 1942 to Guy Howell and Lalla Rookh Barrett Patterson, Elaine was the youngest of four daughters and grew up in Atlanta. She graduated from North Fulton High...
Mary Frances Tucker Waddell
Jul 12, 2026
Mary Frances Tucker Waddell, 89, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026.
Born on March 11, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Clyde Tucker and Maude Tucker.
She was the devoted wife of the late Charles Leon Waddell, with whom she shared 64 wonderful years of marriage.
Mary was a loving and kind-hearted woman whose greatest gift was making everyone feel...
Dr. Cavert Keith McCorkle
Jul 8, 2026
Dr. Cavert Keith McCorkle passed from this life on July 8, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on August 18, 1946, in Wadesboro, North Carolina to the late Philip Hunter McCorkle and Mary Smith McCorkle, his loving parents instilled in him and his older brother, the late Philip H. McCorkle, Jr, a love of learning and a compassionate heart....
James H. Newcome
Jul 4, 2026
James H. Newcome of Spartanburg died in his home on July 4, 2026. Born February 26, 1936, in Gary, Indiana, Jim was a talented and competitive athlete. In high school, he was the North Indiana baseball batting champion with a .463 batting average, and he was chosen to be a part of the Indiana All State basketball team. The president...
William Keith Stokes
Jul 1, 2026
William Keith Stokes, 75, of Spartanburg, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. He was the devoted husband of Betty Jo Outz Stokes.
Born on November 23, 1950, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, Keith was the son of the late Nelson Lawton Stokes, Sr. and Mildred Turner Stokes.
A proud veteran, Keith honorably served his country in the United States Army. He...
Sandra Wheeler Ridings
Jun 28, 2026
Sandra Wheeler “Sandy” Ridings of Woodruff, SC passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at the age of 78. She was born in Spartanburg, SC on September 8, 1947 to the late Lillian Varner and William Luke Wheeler.
A graduate of Spartanburg High School, Sandy dedicated her life to learning and serving others. Her passion for education never faded, and in...
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