Local Spartanburg, South Carolina Obituaries
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...
Deborah McCallister
Jun 26, 2026
Deborah McCallister, 70, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, passed away on June 26, 2026.
Born on April 11, 1956, in Spartanburg, she was the daughter of Glennie Thompson Owens (Nannie) and the late Charles William Owens. Deborah attended Spartanburg High School before pursuing her passion for beauty by attending cosmetology school. She went on to enjoy a career as a hairdresser, working...
Troy Burnett Roach
Jun 26, 2026
Troy Burnett Roach,82, of Spartanburg, SC, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026. Born in Westminster, South Carolina, on July 14, 1943, he was the son of the late Thomas Roach and Janie Cobb Roach.
Affectionately known as "Pop," Troy was a man of few words, but when he spoke, those around him listened. His quiet wisdom, steady presence, and thoughtful...
Irvin Keith Comer
Jun 25, 2026
Irvin Keith Comer of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at the age of 86. He was born in Spartanburg on March 4, 1940 to the late Ida Mae Randall and Albert Comer.
Keith, lovingly known to so many as “Big Keith” and “Grandaddy,” was a man whose life was defined by hard work, generosity, and unwavering devotion...
Kevin Lee Hollifield
Jun 24, 2026
Kevin Lee Hollifield of Gaston, SC passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at the age of 68. He was born in Spartanburg, SC on January 4, 1958 to the late Leroy Hollifield and Elise Wofford Hollifield.
Kevin attended Dorman High School and worked for INA Bearings for 19 years before retiring due to health reasons. He was a man of...
Milton Stefano Sojo
Jun 21, 2026
With profound sadness and immeasurable love, we announce the passing of Milton “Stefano” Sojo, who left this earth on Father's Day, June 21, 2026, at the age of 35, after a courageous battle with Glioblastoma, the most aggressive form of brain cancer, and line-of-duty illness believed to have resulted from his 9 year service as a volunteer firefighter.
Stefano was a...
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