Local Spartanburg, South Carolina Obituaries
Rev. Meg Barnhouse
Jan 13, 2026
The Reverend Meg Barnhouse died on January 13, 2026, at her home in Bryan, Texas, after a long and courageous journey with cancer. A beloved Unitarian Universalist minister, author, songwriter, and truth-teller, Meg lived her life out loud—marked by humor, tenderness, and an unflinching eye for humanity in all its mess and glory.
Born Margaret Ann Barnhouse in Philadelphia on August...
Thomas Anthony Brown, Jr.
Jan 13, 2026
Thomas Anthony Brown, Jr. of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. He was born in The Bronx, NY on September 5, 1951 to the late Anancia Greaux Brown and Thomas Anthony Brown, Sr.
Tom leaves behind his beloved wife of 48 years, Kathleen A. Brown; children, Lisa Kennedy (William) and Matthew Brown (Katherine); and five grandchildren.
Memorial Mass will...
Hayward Savage Edmunds Sr.
Jan 11, 2026
Hayward Savage Edmunds, Sr. passed away on January 11, 2026 at Eden Terrace of Spartanburg at the age of 84.
Hayward was born September 5, 1941 to John Boyd Edmunds and Helen Savage Edmunds in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Hayward later graduated from the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor’s Degree and proudly served in the South Carolina National Guard for...
Carolyn Miller Phillips Powell
Jan 10, 2026
Carolyn Miller Phillips Powell 91, known for her contagious laughter, went to be with the Lord on the 10th of January 2026 and passed peacefully with her children by her side.
Born in Arcadia SC on May 14, 1934, she graduated from Fairforest High School in 1952. She was a head cheerleader (nicknamed “Flip”) and member of the Block F club....
George William Durham, III
Jan 8, 2026
George William Durham III passed away after a brief but difficult illness. He lived his life with humility, strength, and quiet grace, leaving this world a brilliant warrior in every sense. Born in Louisiana, George was deeply proud of his heritage and the life he built through dedication and integrity.
He is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth; his children, George...
Walter Anthony "Buster" Bright, Jr.
Jan 7, 2026
Walter Anthony “Buster” Bright, Jr. of Philadelphia, who retired in Moore, SC passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at the age of 77.
Buster was born and raised in Flatiron in Kensington, Philadelphia, the son of the late Helen Floreck Bright and Walter Anthony Bright, Sr. He was a graduate of Northeast Catholic High School and remained well-known around the area...
Matthew Derham Cole
Jan 7, 2026
Matthew Derham Cole, age 40, passed away on January 7, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Matthew was born on February 23, 1985, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to Georgia and Lewis Cole. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence left a lasting impression on those who knew him.
Matthew is survived by his parents, Lewis Buchanan Cole and Georgia...
Craig Edward Caldwell
Jan 6, 2026
Craig Edward Caldwell, 59, of Moore, SC passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. He was born in Spartanburg, SC on November 20, 1966, to the late James Edward and Patsy Wood Caldwell.
A proud graduate of Dorman High School class of 1985, Craig was a member of the rifle color guard team all four years. After graduating, he enlisted in...
Sue Boone McKenzie
Jan 4, 2026
Sue Boone McKenzie, 85, died peacefully Sunday, January 4, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rogers and Mary Walker. She was born on December 25, 1940 in Savannah, GA and grew up both on Tybee Island, GA and in Savannah, GA. She moved to Spartanburg, SC in 1977.
She was a proud business owner who opened her own...
Brenda Gardner Adams
Jan 4, 2026
Brenda Gardner Adams, of Spartanburg, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026. Known for her incredible spirit, devotion to her family and trademark sense of humor, she will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Born in Spartanburg to Lloyd and Evelyn Gardner, Brenda graduated from Spartanburg High School and attended Winthrop University. She married her high school sweetheart Gene in...
Kay Frances Greene
Jan 4, 2026
Kay Frances Greene of Spartanburg, SC passed away January 4, 2026 at the age of 87. She was born September 19, 1938 to the late William “Ralph” and Ruby Catherine Taylor Smith.
She was the widow of Alvin Wade Greene, who passed in 2017. Kay was a devoted member of Bethel Baptist Church in Prosperity, SC and a caring nurse for...
Grady Carson Hill
Jan 3, 2026
Grady Carson Hill of Pacolet, SC passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026 at the age of 85. He was born in Spartanburg, SC on December 7, 1940 to the late Clyde and Mildred Moore Hill.
A long-time member of Pacolet First Baptist Church, Grady had a heart full of love. He loved his wife, Judy, dearly and valued his family. Grady...
Alfort Dee Woody
Jan 2, 2026
Alfort Dee Woody, born February 23, 1957, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026.
Alfort was the beloved husband of Christine “Tina” Buchanan Woody, with whom he shared 45 years of marriage, love, and steadfast partnership. He was the son of the late Lonnie and Dolly Woody and was preceded in death by his sister, Imer Gean Woody, and brother, Alvin...
Dennis Carroll Cooke
Dec 31, 2025
Dennis Carroll Cooke, 74, passed away on December 31, 2025. Born June 5, 1951, he was the husband of Cheryl T. Cooke and a son of the late Annie Kate Riley.
Dennis attended Spartanburg High School and spent his working life as a flooring installer, a trade he knew well and took pride in. In his free time, he enjoyed golfing...
Mitchell Arnold Mathis
Dec 30, 2025
Mitchell Arnold Mathis, 68, husband of the late Cynthia Moore Mathis, passed away on December 30, 2025.
Born on June 15, 1957, in Spartanburg, SC, Mitchell was the son of the late Norman Orsborn and Katherine Martin Mathis. He was a graduate of Dorman High School and the proud owner of M&E Body Shop for more than forty years, where he...
Vickie Wilds Sluder
Dec 29, 2025
Vickie Wilds Sluder, 60, wife of Phillip Eugene Sluder, passed away on December 29, 2025.
Mrs. Sluder was born on July 30, 1965 in Spartanburg, SC to Burton Jerome and Linda Mabry Wilds. She was Cash Manager at Security Finance Corporate Office, and a member of Joy Lutheran Church.
In addition to her husband of 33 years, Phillip, she is survived by...
Kenneth Joseph Melotte
Dec 29, 2025
Kenneth Joseph Melotte, 92, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, passed away on December 29, 2025. Born in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Ken lived a life full of love, laughter, and service to others.
Ken served in the Navy and then dedicated 30 years of his career to the Federal Aviation Administration before retiring. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Joan...
Donald Robert Knight
Dec 26, 2025
“We are such stuff
As dreams are made on, and our little life
Is rounded with a sleep.”
- William Shakespeare
Dr. Donald Robert Knight died at his home in Spartanburg on Dec 26, 2025. He was 83 years old. Don was born in Lincoln, Nebraska, on December 9th, 1942, as the first child of Robert and Helen (Leslie) Knight. Bob’s work with the...
Frances Muse Moses
Dec 20, 2025
Frances Lillian Muse Moses, 98, of Spartanburg, SC passed away Saturday, December 20, 2025. She was born in Vinton, VA to the late Herbert S. and Martha Maria Wood Muse.
Frances grew up moving among several communities across the South, including cities in Virginia, Tennessee, South Carolina, and North Carolina. She was a proud graduate of Calhoun-Clemson High School. After completing...
Carolyn Walls Gallman
Dec 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Carolyn Walls Gallman, who departed this life on December 18, 2025, in her beloved hometown of Spartanburg, South Carolina. Born on January 8, 1946, Carolyn lived for 79 remarkable years, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Carolyn was the cherished daughter of...
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