Local Spartanburg, South Carolina Obituaries
Ruth Jackson Abraham
Feb 28, 2026
Ruth Jackson Abraham of Spartanburg, SC entered into eternal life with her Savior on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the age of 92. She was born in Spartanburg on January 14, 1934, to the late Broadus and Myrtle Vess Jackson and was the devoted wife of the late Gerald N. Abraham for 68 wonderful years.
She was a graduate of Spartanburg...
Walter Charles Hammitt, Jr.
Feb 27, 2026
Walter Charles Hammitt, Jr. of Inman, SC passed away on February 27, 2026 at the age of 59. He was born in Spartanburg, SC on March 7, 1966 to the late Wanda Lee Bryant and the late Walter Charles Hammitt, Sr. He was the husband of the late Charlene Hammitt for 32 wonderful years.
He was a graduate of Chapman High...
Timothy Switzer Neely
Feb 27, 2026
Timothy Switzer Neely (Mr. Tim), 72, of Spartanburg, passed away on February 26, 2026. He was the son of the late Thomas Lawton Neely and Carolyn Switzer Neely.
Timothy retired from Satur Automotive as a skilled and dedicated mechanic. He also proudly served as a bus driver for District 6 for 23 years, safely transporting and caring for countless students throughout...
Barbara Jean Parton Sherbert
Feb 26, 2026
Barbara Jean Parton Sherbert of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at the age of 87. She was born in Spartanburg on May 4, 1938 to the late Cromer R. and Callie H. Parton.
A faithful member of Horton Memorial Wesleyan Church, Barbara loved music and often played the piano both at home and at church, sharing her...
Mary "LuAnn" Sawyer
Feb 25, 2026
Mary “LuAnn” Sawyer of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at the age of 53. She was born in Columbus, GA on April 2, 1972 to Ann M. King and the late Lucius M. King, Jr.
A graduate of Dorman High School, LuAnn dedicated more than 20 years of service to School District 6. She loved spending time...
Regina Wilschak Galgon
Feb 24, 2026
Regina (Wilschak) Galgon, wife of the late William "Bill" Galgon, passed away peacefully at her home on February 24, 2026. Born in Russia on December 24, 1941, Regina was the daughter of the late Olga (Dietz) Woytus and the late Michael Wilschak, and the stepdaughter of the late Stanislaw Woytus.
As a teenager, Regina moved with her family to the United...
Kamini Pradipkumar Patel
Feb 23, 2026
Services can be livestreamed at: https://www.facebook.com/dunbarlivestream
Kamini Pradipkumar Patel, 65, of Spartanburg, S.C., passed away on February 23rd, 2026.
Kamini is survived by her husband, Pradipkumar Patel; son, Harshal Patel and daughter in law Hiral(Dolly) Patel; daughter, Riddhi Patel and son in law Tapasvin Patel; grandchildren, Shiv, Rudra, and Hiyaana Patel; brothers and sisters; Bhagubhai Patel, Sushilaben Patel, Jayantibhai Patel, Caku Patel...
Dolores Briseno Dalton
Feb 22, 2026
Dolores Briseno Dalton of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at the age of 75. She was born in Chicago, IL on March 5, 1950 to the late Albert and Isabel Carreon Briseno.
Dolores was the devoted and loving companion of her husband, Roger, for 36 years. A faithful Christian, she attended St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church...
Koonphet Koupaxa
Feb 22, 2026
Koonphet Koupaxa, 45, of Spartanburg, S.C., passed away on February 22nd, 2026.
Koonphet is survived by his parents David and Diana Koupaxa; brother Daophet Koupaxa.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 28th, at 2 PM, at the J.M. Dunbar Funeral Home, 690 Southport Rd. Roebuck, SC 29376.
Rachel Green Mabry
Feb 21, 2026
Rachel Green Mabry, 89, a lifelong resident of Spartanburg, SC, died peacefully on February 21, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She is survived by her three children (affectionately known as her "chickens"): Robert Mabry of North Attleboro, MA; Kathleen Yelverton (Bob) of Biltmore Forest, NC; and Donna Wall (Brian) of Boiling Springs, SC. She also leaves behind two grandchildren, Jamie...
Frank Anthony Falk
Feb 20, 2026
Frank Anthony Falk, born on December 19, 1933, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026 at the age of 92.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Marlene; his son Scott (Anna) and their twin daughters, Abigail and Zoe; his son Glenn (Karla) and their son, Simon; and his daughter Laurie Settlemyre (Jeff)...
Robin Louise Willis
Feb 19, 2026
Robin Louise Willis of Pacolet, SC passed away on February 19, 2026 at the age of 69. She was born in Spartanburg, SC on June 7, 1956 to the late Calvin and Helen Robinson Wilson.
Robin was a woman who found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved fishing, working outdoors, and camping, happiest when surrounded by fresh air and open...
James Frederic Marie Brouillet
Feb 18, 2026
James Frederic Marie Brouillet, 35, passed away on February 18, 2026, in Tokyo, Japan. James was born on June 6, 1990, in New York to Serge and Joann Brouillet.
He was raised in Saint-Hubert, Quebec, Canada, and graduated from Concordia University in Montreal in 2013 with a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance. James later moved to California, where he worked in...
Patricia McGuinn Oxley
Feb 17, 2026
Spartanburg, SC, Patricia McGuinn Oxley, lovingly known as Pat, age 94, died peacefully at home Tuesday, February 17, 2026 after an extended illness. Pat was the oldest daughter of the late Michael Edward and Margaret Shackelford McGuinn. She was married in 1952 to Edwin James Oxley, who predeceased her in 1980.
A graduate of Spartanburg High School, Pat went on to...
Sara Taylor Cooper
Feb 17, 2026
Sara Taylor Cooper of Spartanburg, SC passed away on February 17, 2026 at the age of 96. She was born on November 23, 1929 to the late Thomas and Vida Taylor and was the widow of Robert Gerald Cooper.
Sara devoted her life first and foremost to her family and her faith. She worked at Woodruff Chevrolet until the birth of...
Douglas Nolen Tinsley
Feb 16, 2026
Douglas Tinsley, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, veteran, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, just days before his 84th birthday. Born on February 25, 1942, Douglas lived a life defined by service, adventure, dedication, and deep love for his family and community.
A proud graduate of Spartanburg High School, Class of 1960, Douglas went on to attend Wofford...
J Scott Shirley
Feb 13, 2026
J Scott Shirley, 58, of Columbia, S.C., died unexpectedly, but peacefully in his sleep on Friday, February 13, 2026. A man of exceptional wit and a sharp legal mind, Scott’s "wicked awesome" sense of humor and generous spirit leave an indelible hole in the hearts of everyone lucky enough to know him. Scott was one of a kind, a man...
Lucille Grace Rodgers
Feb 13, 2026
Lucille Grace Rodgers was born on January 28, 2026, and from her very first breath she was deeply loved. Though her time here was far too short, she passed away on February 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love that will endure forever.
In her short days here, Lucille proved to be incredibly strong. She was a true little fighter,...
Zane M. Hoit
Feb 12, 2026
Zane Mallette Hoit, 82, of Greenville, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026.
Born on June 29, 1943 to Zane Moses Hoit and Nell Mallette Hoit, Zane lived a life marked by service, dedication, and deep love for family and friends. He was a proud graduate of Robert E. Lee High School in Montgomery, Alabama, and went on to...
John Hugh Cox
Feb 11, 2026
Mr. John “Hugh” Cox passed away on February 11, 2026. Born on September 17, 1946, in Florence, South Carolina, he was a son of the late Hugo L. Cox and Rita W. Cox. He was the devoted husband of Emily Ruth Finch Cox, with whom he shared 53 wonderful years of marriage.
Hugh was a 1964 graduate of McClenagan High School...
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