KATHY YVONNE DINKINS

SPARTANBURG — Kathy Yvonne Dinkins, 59, died on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022.

Kathy was born on May 7, 1963, in Fairfield County, to John and Jackie Dinkins.

Kathy was a dedicated ER nurse for 25 years. She continued her education through Chamberlain University and in 2015 obtained a master’s degree as a nurse practitioner.

She was a Christian woman with a gypsy soul. A descendant of civil rights leader Chief Standing Bear of the Ponca tribe, she was very proud and in tune with her Native American roots. Known for her restless energy, Kathy found many passions in life, including her family, raising horses, horseback riding, fitness, competing in triathlons, motorcycles, belly dancing, bicycling, the outdoors, art, singing and especially music. She loved all genres of music (much to the discomfort of others). During the last few years of her life, she remained faithful to her commitment as primary caretaker of her handicapped brother, John.

Always open minded toward new experiences and connections, she was a stranger to nobody and made memorable friendships with people of all walks of life, everywhere she went. Never a dull moment and always on the go.

Even in her “downtime,” she could be found at home rearranging furniture, sipping coffee, burning “sage” and blasting Pearl Jam.

Kathy is survived by her children, Kendra, Brian and Ashley; her 11 grandchildren; and her brother, John Dinkins.

GLENDA GAIL DALTON

MARIETTA — Glenda Gail Dalton, 55, loving wife of 36 years to Kevin Dalton, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Oct. 24, 2022, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

A native of Pickens County, Gail was born on Dec. 19, 1966, the daughter of the late Nancy Norris and Hagood Norris Sr. Gail was a member

ANNIE LAVERN STANCIL MCGAHA

SIX MILE — Annie Laverne Stancil McGaha, 83, passed away on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022 at her home.

Laverne was born on Sept. 24, 1939, to the late Leo and Essie Durham Stancil. She was a fan of the Atlanta Braves and Clemson Tigers. Laverne’s faith was very important to her, and she attended Crowe Creek Church of God. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend.

Mrs. McGaha is survived by one son, Tommy McGaha; one daughter, Tammy Peters; four grandchildren, Nikki Wyatt (Corey), Josh Peters, David Peters and Hunter McGaha; and two great-

ROBERT CLYDE  ‘BOB’ STEWART III

EASLEY — Mr. Robert Clyde “Bob” Stewart III, 58, loving husband of Carla Stewart, passed away on Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, at AnMed Health Memorial Hospital in Anderson.

Bob was born in Pickens County on May 29, 1964, to the late Robert Clyde Stewart Jr. and Lee Ellis Stewart. Bob had a calm, quiet demeanor and goofy sense of humor. He was a graduate and former football player for The Citadel, where he was a member of the Century Club and developed many close friendships. Bob worked for Greenville County as a building inspector. He enjoyed being

RUBY CASSELL SIMMONS

EASLEY — Ruby Cassell Simmons, 88, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, at her home surrounded by family.

Born in Pickens County, she was a daughter of the late E.P. “Pink” and Rebecca Gilstrap Cassell. Ruby retired from Ryobi Motor Products and was a faithful member of Free Wesleyan Church in Easley, where she was the treasurer for 32 years. She came from a family of eight

GARY DOUGLAS HOLCOMBE

PICKENS — Gary Douglas Holcombe, 79, loving husband of 61 years to Audrey Robinia “Robin” Green Holcombe, passed away on Oct. 1, 2022, at his home.

A native of Pickens County, Gary was born on Oct. 27, 1942, the son of the late Ernest Holcombe and Inez Franks Holcombe. He was employed at Singer/Ryobi for 32 years.

Survivors include his wife, Robin Holcombe of the home; his sons, Gary Mark Holcombe (Lynn) and Randall Scott Holcombe (Lorna), both of Pickens; his daughter, Rebecca Darlene Holcombe Pilgrim (Rick) of Six Mile; grandchildren, Gary James “Jessie” Holcombe (Jennifer), Whitney Holcombe Reid

EFFIE LEE DOBSON

EASLEY — Mrs. Effie Lee Dobson, 98, of 507 S. B. Street, widow of Edward Dobson, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022.

Born in Anderson County, she was a daughter of the late Edward G. and Mamie Sweet.

Survivors are her grandchildren, Kelly Mathis (James Chico) of Easley and Jason Fricks of Florida.

She was preceded in death by her son, Delton E. Fricks; her brothers, Lewis, Pete and Walt Sweet; and her sisters, Jessie Bently, Bernice Owens, Helen

FRANCES HOLLIDAY ATKINSON

SIX MILE — Frances Holliday Atkinson, 91, loving wife of the late Clarence Atkinson, went home to be with her Savior on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.

A native of Pickens County, Frances was born on Oct. 25, 1930, to the late Aaron and Nora Satterfield Holliday. She was a member of Six Mile Baptist Church

RAY GRAY

LIBERTY — Mr. Homer “Ray” Gray, 83, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022.

Born in Pickens County, a son of the late Homer Gray and the late Mary Jane Riggins Gray, Mr. Gray was a retired brick mason and was of the Baptist faith. Ray loved the outdoors and spending time in the woods, coon hunting with his coon dogs. Ray loved and adored animals, especially his companions, Clyde and Speckles and his dogs that have passed. He will be remembered for his love of both bluegrass music and the simple things in life.

Surviving are his daughter, Allyson Kay Gray (Joe Yantz) of Liberty; a brother, Jerry “J.C.” Gray (Donna) of Easley; special nieces, Sharon King, June Coleman

MARY MAULDIN HOLDER LARK

PICKENS — Mrs. Mary Mauldin Holder Lark, 92, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022, at Foothills Retirement Community, where she had enjoyed residing for the past five and a half years.

Mary was born on Aug. 1, 1930, in Pickens, to James Gilliland and Ressie Mae Moser Holder. When her father died at the young age of 39, the family was taken in by her uncle, Earl Moser, who helped provide for them, along with numerous other family members. It was always very important to her to acknowledge the impact he made on not only their lives, but the lives of many. Before graduating from Pickens High School in 1947 (the last year the school had only 11 grades) she began working at Finley’s Market, where she met Hubert William Lark, who she eventually married in 1948. They enjoyed 59 years of marriage before he passed away in 2007.

After her marriage, she began working at REA (now Blue Ridge Electric Co-op) until their children, Ronny and Penny, were born. Once Ronny was kindergarten age, she began teaching at Pickens First Baptist Kindergarten, where she continued to teach and open the minds of small children to the world for 38 years. Mary lived to see the spark of understanding in the eyes of a child and continued to learn