Obituaries

Local Spartanburg, South Carolina Obituaries

James Fredric "Jim" Steele

James Fredric "Jim" Steele

Nov 13, 2025

On November 13, 2025, James Fredric Steele was welcomed into the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ. Jim’s greatest triumph was to know and love the Lord with all his soul, all his strength, and all his might. This achievement, however, was not accomplished by Jim’s larger than life personality or his determined will, but rather by believing the...

Vickie Elaine Vaughan Martin

Vickie Elaine Vaughan Martin

Nov 12, 2025

Surrounded by her loving family, Vickie Elaine Vaughan Martin, at the age of 76, ran into the open arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Tuesday, November 12th, after her long bout with Alzheimer's. Vickie was he daughter of the late Charles and Gladys Burnett Vaughan. Vickie is a member of Roebuck Baptist Church, and former member of Beaver...

James C. Humphries

James C. Humphries

Nov 12, 2025

James "Jim" C. Humphries, 83, of Spartanburg, SC, passed away on November 12, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born October 22, 1942, he was the son of the late William E. and Eunice E. Wilson Humphries, and husband of Sandra Faye Holland Humphries.

He was employed by Carolina Cash Co. for 30 years and the Spartanburg Herald-Journal and was a member...

Courtney Elaine Lamb

Courtney Elaine Lamb

Nov 11, 2025

Courtney Elaine Lamb, 37, of Moore, SC passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2025. She was born in Spartanburg, SC on October 1, 1988 to Deida Kay Lamb and the late James Scott Lamb.

She attended Clemson University and earned her associate’s degree in nursing from ECPI. Courtney was previously employed with MUSC, where she was known for her compassion and dedication...

Homer Clarence Gary

Homer Clarence Gary

Nov 10, 2025

Homer Clarence Gary, age 86, of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025. Born July 25, 1939 in Spartanburg, SC, he was the son of the late Annie Bell Gary and William Ross Gary. Homer was the husband of Marlene Moore Gary for 59 years.

Homer graduated from Spartanburg High School and Spartanburg Junior College (now Spartanburg Methodist College)....

Daniel Steven Flynn

Daniel Steven Flynn

Nov 9, 2025

Daniel Steven Flynn, 69, of Boiling Springs, SC passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025. He was born on February 24, 1956 in Spartanburg, SC to the late Betty Dodd Flynn and Henry Grady Flynn, Jr.

After graduating from Spartanburg High School (Class of 1974), Daniel became a long-time, devoted employee with Dunbar Construction. He was a member of Northbrook Baptist...

Harold Gene "Skeet" Brock

Harold Gene "Skeet" Brock

Nov 8, 2025

Harold Gene “Skeet” Brock of Spartanburg, SC died on Saturday, November 8, 2025. He was the son of the late James Walter and Johnnie Lois Bulman Brock.

He was a 1953 graduate of Roebuck High School. Harold was employed by Thomas & Howard Company Wholesale Grocery Distributor for 50 years, retiring as President. He was a charter member of Anderson Mill...

Francis M. Johnson

Francis M. Johnson

Nov 7, 2025

Francis M. Johnson, of Pauline, SC passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, at the age of 86. He was born in Walnut Grove, SC on July 20, 1939 to the late Jesse M. and Kathrine H. Johnson.

Francis graduated from Roebuck High School (Class of 1958). His passion was anything mechanical; Francis loved antique cars, tractors, and retired after 40...

Donna Jolley Grogan

Donna Jolley Grogan

Nov 7, 2025

Donna Jolley Grogan, of Roebuck, SC, widow of her husband of 54 years, Harold I. Grogan, passed away at the Spartanburg Regional Hospice House, on Friday, November 7, 2025 at the age of 84. She was born in Gaffney, SC on July 24, 1941 to the late M. B. and Josie Parris Jolley.

Donna graduated from Gaffney High School. She was...

Rodney Scott Burnett

Rodney Scott Burnett

Nov 6, 2025

Rodney Scott Burnett, 59, of Moore, SC passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 6, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born in Spartanburg, SC on December 13, 1965 to the late Otis Edwin and Joy Felmet Burnett.

After attending Dorman High School, Rodney went on to enjoy the freedom of working for himself. He took on many jobs over...

William "Butch" Rodgers, Jr.

William "Butch" Rodgers, Jr.

Nov 6, 2025

William “Butch” Rodgers Jr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on March 29, 1959, in Rockwood, Tennessee, he was a beloved figure to all who knew him and a pillar of strength for his family.

William, affectionately known as "Butch," was the son of William Robert...

Caitlyn Mazur

Caitlyn Mazur

Nov 5, 2025

Caitlyn Mazur of Moore, SC passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at the age of 7. She was born in Greer, SC on May 17, 2018 to Olga and Vitalii Mazur.

She is survived by her parents, Olga and Vitalii Mazur; brothers, Oleksandr Mazur of Odesa, Ukraine and Michael Mazur of Greer, SC; maternal grandmother, Iryna Skliarenko of Ukraine; and...

James "Jim" DeBonis

James "Jim" DeBonis

Oct 29, 2025

On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, James “Jim” DeBonis departed from this life after several years of challenging health issues. Though his body grew tired, his spirit remained strong.

Born and raised in Belleville, New Jersey, Jim graduated from Belleville High School before attending Fairleigh Dickinson University and later Augusta College in Georgia. Jim served in the military in Thomson, Georgia before...

Joseph Lee Sill, Jr.

Joseph Lee Sill, Jr.

Oct 27, 2025

Joseph Lee "Joe" Sill, Jr. of Spartanburg, SC passed away October 27, 2025 at the age of 85. He was born November 12, 1939 to the late Joseph Lee Sill, Sr. and Louise Lawson Sill.

A proud graduate of Spartanburg High School, Joe went on to own Auto Glass Service in Spartanburg. He faithfully served his community for over 50 years....

Dekota Joe Rakestraw

Dekota Joe Rakestraw

Oct 21, 2025

Dekota Joe Rakestraw, beloved son and brother, of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at the age of 28. He was born on June 16, 1997 to Donnie Rakestraw and the late Margie Joanne Rakestraw.

Along with his father, he is survived by his siblings, Dustin Horace Rakestraw, Cindy Diane, Kristie Nicole, Jennifer Deanne, and Robert Alverson.

Go Rest...

Kenneth Joseph O'Connor

Kenneth Joseph O'Connor

Oct 15, 2025

Kenneth Joseph O’Connor was born September 4, 1948, at Glens Falls Hospital and died at home of leukemia October 15, 2025. He grew up in the Glens Falls area attending St. Alphonsus and then South High, class of 1966. As a young teen Ken was part of the bus ministry of First Baptist Church, South Glens Falls, NY and was...

Kuon Kebun

Kuon Kebun

Oct 15, 2025

Mr. Kuon Kebun, 81 of Boiling Springs, SC entered his eternal rest on October 14th, 2025 . He was born on August 15th, 1944. He was the late son of Yan Neth and Sim Kebun of Cambodia.

Mr. Kuon was the second of seven siblings. He predeceased by his older brother Sok Soeurn. Mr. Kuon was the second, following by Sok...

Lee Sanborn Caston

Lee Sanborn Caston

Oct 15, 2025

Lee Sanborn Caston of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at the age of 73. She was born in Salem, MA on December 31, 1951 to the late Philip Asa Sanborn and Katherine Mayo Sanborn.

Lee was a graduate of Spartanburg High School (Class of 1969) and graduated from Clemson University (Class of 1971), where she earned her...

Linda Jeffords Gilden

Linda Jeffords Gilden

Oct 12, 2025

Linda Jeffords Gilden, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of Jesus Christ, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 12th, 2025.

Born December 30th, 1950, in Albemarle, North Carolina, and raised in Spartanburg, South Carolina, Linda’s life was a testament to creativity, service, and deep devotion. She was an Air Force wife who journeyed with her...

Paul Duncan Lansberry

Paul Duncan Lansberry

Oct 11, 2025

Paul Duncan Lansberry, 80, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, entered his eternal home with the Lord on October 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born April 18, 1945, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Paul was the son of the late Lee Bailey and Frances Carson Lansberry. In 1951, his family moved to Doylestown, PA, where Paul spent his childhood. He attended Perkiomen School...