Obituaries

Local Spartanburg, South Carolina Obituaries

Richard Len West Blackwell

Richard Len West Blackwell

Oct 16, 2026

Richard Len West Blackwell, 49, of Shelby, NC, husband of Sharon Cobb Blackwell, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026.

Born April 19, 1977, in Spartanburg, SC, he was the son of Charles Leslie Blackwell and Susanne Smith Blackwell.

Richard dedicated 24 years of his life to serving his community as a firefighter in Spartanburg County. He was also an ordained minister,...

Ankit Patel

Ankit Patel

Oct 16, 2026

Funeral Services can be livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/dunbarlivestream 

In Loving Memory of Ankit Patel

October 5, 1971 – October 16, 2026

Ankit Patel was a beloved husband, father, brother, pharmacist, and friend whose life was defined by perseverance, service to others, and an unwavering love for all.

Born on October 5, 1971, in Unjha, Gujarat, Ankit was a spirited, mischievous child who was far more...

Kasey Logan Redfern

Kasey Logan Redfern

Oct 13, 2026

On October 13, 2026, at 1:53 p.m., Kasey Logan Redfern took his last breath here on earth and opened his eyes in eternity.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 24, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Spartanburg, 250 E Main St., Spartanburg, SC. Lauryl has requested everyone to wear Captain America colors, especially blue. There will be...

Jean Treadwell Yarborough Helms

Jean Treadwell Yarborough Helms

Oct 13, 2026

Jean Treadwell Yarborough Helms departed this life on October 13, 2026 surrounded by loved ones after a brief illness. Born on January 6th, 1938 to William Daniel Yarborough and Mary Elizabeth Treadwell Yarborough, she lived a life filled with love, grace and compassion. Throughout her life she endeavored to help those less fortunate, and to make the world a brighter...

Paul Raymond Womick

Paul Raymond Womick

Oct 11, 2026

Paul Raymond Womick of Moore, SC, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at the age of 81. He was born on December 19, 1944, to the late Geneva Henderson Womick and Boyce Thomas Womick.

Paul devoted much of his life to serving others. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, including service in the Vietnam War. Following...

Dicksie Thornton Gunter

Dicksie Thornton Gunter

Oct 11, 2026

Jesus opened up the Gates of Heaven on Sunday, October 11, 2026, to welcome a woman of exceptional dedication to Christ and her family, Dicksie Thornton Gunter. She passed away at home peacefully with her family, as she had requested. She was born July 23, 1938, at her aunt’s home in Manning, SC to the late Richard James and Gladys...

Joan Muriel Psaltis

Joan Muriel Psaltis

Oct 10, 2026

Joan Psaltis, 85, widow of George Andrew Psaltis, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Born on February 28, 1941, in New York, NY, Joan was the daughter of the late Louis and Hilda Greenberg.

Joan was an avid knitter who cherished spending time knitting with friends. She also enjoyed playing dominoes, Bible study, attending plays, and baking. She spent most...

Carl Franklin Bagwell

Carl Franklin Bagwell

Oct 10, 2026

Carl Franklin “Frankie” Bagwell, of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at the age of 81. He was born on May 30, 1945 to the late Julia Mooneyham and James Leroy Bagwell.

Frankie proudly served seven years in the United States Army. He spent many years working as a printer and later retired from MSI Viking Gage.

Frankie loved...

Jerre Sullivan Crocker

Jerre Sullivan Crocker

Oct 7, 2026

Jerre Sullivan Crocker, 86, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2026.

A native of Missouri, Jerre graduated as the Valedictorian of her class at Hornersville High School, where she also played basketball and was crowned Homecoming Queen. She went on to enjoy a fulfilling career in finance at WSPA until her retirement, when she devoted herself to caring for her beloved...

Marvin Lee Bright, Jr.

Marvin Lee Bright, Jr.

Oct 5, 2026

Marvin Lee Bright, Jr. of Pauline, SC went home to be with the Lord on October 5, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born on August 10, 1946, to the late Marvin Lee Bright, Sr. and Ida Virdella Thompson Bright.

After graduating from James F. Byrnes High School, Marvin enlisted in the United States Navy. He proudly served his...

Juanita Wood Lewis

Juanita Wood Lewis

Oct 5, 2026

Juanita Wood Lewis, 88, beloved wife of the late James Carl Lewis, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026. She was born on January 2, 1938, in Athens, Georgia, to the late J.C. Wood and Bertha Burroughs Wood.

Juanita was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a member of First Baptist Church and loved the Lord...

Rebecca Moyer Harmon

Rebecca Moyer Harmon

Oct 4, 2026

Rebecca “Becky” Moyer Harmon passed away October 4, 2026 at the age of 75. She was the widow of Barney L. Harmon. They were married for 36 years at the time of his death.

Becky is survived by one son, David Harmon (Adrienne); two grandsons, James and Graham Harmon; siblings, Delores Henderson, Eugene F. Moyer, Jr. (Judy), Steve Moyer (Beki), and...

Cecil Rigby Brown, Sr.

Cecil Rigby Brown, Sr.

Oct 2, 2026

Cecil Rigby Brown, Sr., husband of Barbara Edge Brown, passed away on October 2, 2026. He was born on September 3, 1932, a son of the late Clarice Melissa Smith Brown and Roy Wilkins Brown, Sr.

Cecil graduated from Spartanburg High School in 1951, Clemson University with a B.S. degree in 1955, and did postgraduate work at the University of South...

Carolyn Elders Morgan

Carolyn Elders Morgan

Oct 1, 2026

Carolyn Elders Morgan, 84, of Spartanburg, SC passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. Born on February 22, 1942 to the late Floyd and Ethel Elders, she was married to Howard Morgan for 55 wonderful years until his passing earlier this year.

She was a wonderful seamstress, making clothes and taking care of alterations for...

Annie McCraw Waddell Smith

Annie McCraw Waddell Smith

Sep 27, 2026

Annie McCraw Waddell Smith, 87, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 27, 2026.

Born on November 7, 1938, in Cherokee County, she was the daughter of the late Coyle L. and Nettie Jolly McCraw. Annie was a graduate of Gaffney High School and grew up working in the peach orchards for the Clary family. After high school, she...

Betty Ann McGhee Goode

Betty Ann McGhee Goode

Sep 26, 2026

Betty Ann McGhee Goode, 77, wife of the late Bobby Joe Goode, passed away on September 26, 2026. Born in Milton, Florida, on March 8, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Greeley McGhee and Pearl Littles. She worked as a receptionist at Vic Bailey Automotive.

She is survived by her daughters, Jenia West of Spartanburg and Donna G. Bailey...

Thomas Edward Boyce, Sr.

Thomas Edward Boyce, Sr.

Sep 25, 2026

Thomas Edward Boyce, Sr. of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Friday, September 25, 2026 at the age of 95. He was born in Joanna, SC to the late John and Minnie Boyce and was husband of the late Shelby Hughes Boyce.

He proudly served four years as an Air Policeman with the United States Air Force during the Korean conflict. After...

Thomas Gary Wilson

Thomas Gary Wilson

Sep 23, 2026

Thomas “Gary” Wilson, 79, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 15, 1947, in Hendersonville, North Carolina to the late Thomas Dean Wilson and Leona Lawter Wilson.

Gary was blessed to share 57 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Katherine “Kathy” Poston Wilson. Together, they built a life...

Douglas Lamar Richardson

Douglas Lamar Richardson

Sep 22, 2026

Douglas Lamar Richardson was born on October 7, 1951, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, and raised primarily in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was a proud Army veteran who served from 1974 until his honorable discharge in 1995, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was also a devoted father, a loving husband, and a man who never met a stranger.

Known for his...

Brenda Casey Crenshaw

Brenda Casey Crenshaw

Sep 22, 2026

Brenda Casey Crenshaw, of Inman, SC passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at the age of 84. She was born in Enoree, SC on June 6, 1942 to the late Marion and Lillie Casey. She was married to her beloved husband of 57 years, Kenneth Crenshaw, until his passing last year.

Brenda was a graduate of Spartanburg High School (Class...