Local Spartanburg, South Carolina Obituaries
Bruce Edward Patrick
Mar 30, 2026
Bruce Edward Patrick, 62, of Spartanburg, died at his home March 30, 2026. Bruce was born February 1, 1964, in Paris, Kentucky, the son of Juanita Patrick Thaxton of Spartanburg and the late Paul Edward Patrick of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky.
He was a graduate of Dorman High School, Spartanburg Methodist College, cum laude, and the University of South Carolina. He recently...
Kristie Lynne Nielsen
Mar 30, 2026
Kristie Lynne Schneider Nielsen, 49, passed away on March 30, 2026.
Kristie was born on July 1, 1976, in Glendale, Arizona, to Richard and Grace Schneider. A devoted Catholic, she was a faithful member of Jesus Our Risen Savior Catholic Church.
Kristie lovingly devoted her life to her family, finding her greatest joy in being present for her children and raising them...
Robert Aubrey Baggett, Jr.
Mar 28, 2026
Robert Aubrey Baggett, Jr. of Roebuck, SC passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at the age of 74. He was born in Memphis, TN to the late Robert and Billie Porter Baggett on September 28, 1951.
Raised in Tupelo, Mississippi, Rob graduated from Tupelo High School in 1969. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Music from Mississippi College in...
Justin Tyler Berry-Hunter
Mar 27, 2026
Justin Tyler Berry-Hunter of Boiling Springs, SC passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 at the age of 29. He was born in Spartanburg, SC on February 9, 1997 to Melissa Dawn Berry and the late Duone Dornell Hunter.
After graduating from Dorman High School in 2015, Justin attended Spartanburg Community College. He also earned a Certificate in Welding from R....
Leroy David Dunbar, III
Mar 26, 2026
Leroy “David” Dunbar, III went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 26, 2026 after a long battle with Alzheimers. He has been welcomed home by his parents, Leroy David Dunbar, Jr. and Sara F. Dunbar, as well as his beloved wife of 44 years, Olinda M. Dunbar, and his brother James “Jimson” Dunbar.
Born on September 25, 1937, David...
Michael William Coker
Mar 25, 2026
Michael William Coker, 67, born February 24, 1959, born in Gaffney, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 25th, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, reliability, and community spirit. He was the beloved son of Sarah and the late Raymond Coker Sr.
Michael was a devoted member of Friendship Baptist Church in Lyman, where his faith and fellowship were an...
Judith Ann Swick Weld
Mar 24, 2026
Judith Ann “Judy” Swick Weld of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at the age of 83. She was born in Hammond, Indiana on November 20, 1942 to the late Mary Richardson and Harold Ernest Swick and was the wife of the late Stanley Addison Weld for 59 wonderful years.
After graduating from Jefferson High School, Judy earned...
Elizabeth Patricia Robinson
Mar 24, 2026
Elizabeth Patricia Robinson of Boiling Springs, SC passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, surrounded by family, at the age of 81. She was born July 2, 1944 in Monroe, NC to the late Martha “Patsy” and Seymour Davis and was the wife of the late Larry D. Robinson.
After graduating from West Mecklenburg High School, Elizabeth attended UNC Charlotte. She...
Sharon Ann Rountree
Mar 21, 2026
Sharon Ann Akins Rountree, passed away on March 21, 2026. She was born on October 06, 1954, in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Sharon dedicated her life to caring for others. She found her calling in nursing and hospice work where her compassion, gentleness, and unwavering presence brought comfort to countless families during their most difficult moments. She had a rare gift...
Dr. Viola "Oley" Roberts Lewis
Mar 20, 2026
Dr. Viola “Oley” Roberts Lewis of Spartanburg, SC passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026 at the age of 74. She was born on January 6, 1952 to the late Frances Renner and James Edward Roberts, Sr. and was married to Rev. Randall M. Lewis for nearly 56 years.
Oley earned her master’s in education from Converse College and her PhD...
Patrick James Dowling
Mar 17, 2026
Patrick James Dowling, 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, March 17, 2026 in Springfield, IL, with his loving wife, Harriet, at his side. Patrick was born on September 22, 1937, in Jacksonville, IL, the son of the late Dorothy Madaline Walls Dowling and Harvey John Dowling.
Patrick was a 1955 graduate of Routt Catholic High school where he was an...
Maureen McIntyre Metz
Mar 17, 2026
Maureen McIntyre Metz passed away March 17th, 2026, in Greenwood, SC.
A friend to many and a stranger to few, Maureen was at her happiest when loving and serving others. From hosting numerous events for family and friends, and never forgetting birthdays, Maureen was known for her warm, genuine ways. She did so much good for so many people and we...
Mary Jean Owens
Mar 17, 2026
Mary Jean Owens, 85, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. To welcome her were her husband, Kenneth, and sons, Jeffrey and Jeremy.
She was born on April 18, 1940, to the late Fred and Pearl Bruce. She had humble beginnings and led a very fruitful, happy, active life filled with family, friends, and many activities....
Cheryl Ann Friend
Mar 14, 2026
Cheryl Ann Friend, 81, passed peacefully into the arms of her savior on March 14, 2026. She was born on May 11, 1944, in Adrian, Michigan.
She was raised in Toledo, Ohio, where she spent her early years before eventually moving to California, where she built a dedicated and successful career with BP. Later in life, Cheryl retired to Inman, South...
James "Jimmy" Lee Brock
Mar 14, 2026
James “Jimmy” Lee Brock, age 96, passed away peacefully at his home in Spartanburg, South Carolina, on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 11:11 p.m., surrounded by family and loved ones.
Jimmy was born on August 13, 1929, in Asheville, North Carolina, to the late Everette Emory Brock and Ethel Roper Brock. He graduated from Spartan High School in 1949 and went...
Betty Ann Smith
Mar 13, 2026
Betty Ann Smith, 82, of Spartanburg, South Carolina passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2026. She was born December 20, 1943 in San Antonio, Texas to Raymond and Elizabeth Millar. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, John Egerton Smith. She is survived by her daughters, Stacy Smith Parker (Bert) of Sumter and Lisa Smith Armbruster (John)...
Charles Wayman Sasser, Jr.
Mar 13, 2026
Charles Wayman “Charlie” Sasser, Jr., 80, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Born May 7, 1945 in New Bern, North Carolina. He was the son of the late C. Wayman Sasser and Martha Bland Sasser. He grew up in Chattanooga, TN and graduated from The University of Tennessee with a degree in...
Robert Wayne Morgan
Mar 13, 2026
Robert Wayne Morgan of Moore, SC passed away on March 13, 2026 at the age of 89. He was born in Hendersonville, NC on February 16, 1937 to the late Robert and Elizabeth Byrd Morgan.
He was the husband of the late Mary Evelyn Morgan and a long-time member of Bethlehem Baptist Church.
Robert is survived by his children, Becky Ritter (Mark),...
David Arthur Treckman
Mar 5, 2026
David Arthur Treckman, 76, of Landrum, SC passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born in Wabash, IN on December 30, 1949 to the late Frank Phillip and Helen Hughes Treckman.
David proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War as a Weapons Control System Mechanic on the F-4 Phantom aircraft. Following his...
Charles Barry Boyce
Mar 4, 2026
Charles “Barry” Boyce, 75, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family and dear friends.
A man known for his warmth, humor, and deep devotion to family and friends, Barry lived what he often called a “barrier-free” life.
Barry was the devoted husband of Holly S. (Hacker) Boyce, with whom he celebrated 37 years...

