June D. Ritota

Liberty — Mrs. June Eileen Dineen Ritota, 77, wife of Pasquale “Pat” Ritota, passed away Saturday, June 11, 2016, at her home.

Born in London, England, the daughter of the late Albert John and Hilda Alice New Dineen, Mrs. Ritota was a graduate of the University of Oxford and was a retired claims adjuster with Protective Life Insurance.

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Surviving, in addition to her husband, are two sons, Mark Christopher DuSaules (Lydia) and Michael Lee DuSaules, all of Hammond, La.; a daughter, Laurie Mai DuSaules (David Hazen) of Liberty; a stepson, Joe Ritota (Annie) of Asheville, N.C.; a stepdaughter, Maria Nagy-Gyorgy (Louis) of Liberty; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Ritota was predeceased by two sons, Christopher John DuSaules and Joseph DuSaules; and a brother, Roy William Dineen.

Memorial services were held June 14, 2016, in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown.

Memorials may be made to the Cancer Society of Greenville County, 113 Mills Avenue, Greenville, SC 29605, or to Homestead Hospice, 3453 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC 29615.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.

Betty L. Russo

Clemson — Betty Lou Randall Russo, 83, of 425 Poe St., Clemson, passed away on June 10, 2016.

Betty was born June 11, 1932, in Ramsey, N.J., to the late Clarence L. Randall and Elvira L. Seely. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth J. Russo, and daughter, Karen Odette. Also preceding her in death were her siblings, Virginia Ernst, James B. Randall II and Thomas J. Randall.

Betty is survived by her son, Garth S. Russo, (Natalie) of Watkinsville, Ga., daughter, Melissa L. Wilbanks (Scott) of Easley. and grandchildren, Kenneth Brian and Matthew John Wilbanks of Easley.

Betty, a longstanding member at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Clemson, was a member of the Altar Guild and a volunteer worker at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Thrift Shop since its beginning in 1975. Betty was 1st Vice Regent of Andrew Pickens Chapter of the DAR. In years past, Betty was the student wives’ advisor, as well as coordinator of the commencement activities’ at Lee Hall, College of Architecture. She was also active in both the state AIA ladies’ auxiliary and the Greenville Council of Architectural Wives.

Services were held June 13 at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, followed by interment at St. Paul’s Episcopal Churchyard.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 193 Old Greenville Highway, Clemson, SC 29631.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home, Central.

Fred Harold Dalton Jr.

Pickens — Mr. Fred Harold Dalton Jr., of 925 Mile Creek Road, husband of the late Patricia “P.J.” Moses Dalton, passed away Monday, June 6, 2016, at St. Francis Hospital – Downtown.

Harold was born in Pickens County on Aug. 2, 1938, to the late Fred Sr. and Virginia Hendricks Dalton. A graduate of Pickens High School, Mr. Dalton retired from Southern Railway as a train dispatcher and then owned Dalton’s Video Store in Pickens for many years. Harold enjoyed reading, gardening, traveling with his late wife and was also a professional photographer.

Harold is survived by a daughter, Heather O’Shields (Don) of Easley; two sons, Brian Smith (Vivian) and Rocky Smith (Tara), both of Pickens; and a brother, Jim Dalton (Tallulah) of Pickens. He is also survived by six grandchildren, Will O’Shields, Griffin O’Shields, Dalton Smith, Logan Smith, Emily Smith and Lacey Smith; and one great-granddaughter, Elyssa Smith.

In addition to his loving wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Francis Reeves.

Memorial services were held June 12 in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home.

Flowers are optional, or the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Wildlife Rehab of Greenville, P.O. Box 1801, Greenville, SC 29602.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.

Samuel Douglas “Sammy” Nix

Pickens — “Sammy” Nix, 65, of 236 Amberwood Road, Pickens, loving husband of June Nix, met his heavenly father on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, at the Rainey Hospice House in Anderson.

Sammy was born in Pickens on Aug. 16, 1950, to Thelma Porter Thrift of Pickens and the late Floyd Leroy Nix. He was a 1968 graduate of Pickens High School and retired from both the U.S. Army Reserve as a staff sergeant with 28 years of service in the 7225th Medical Support Unit, and the U.S. Postal Service. He was the current owner and operator of Palmetto Gold Pawn and Gun in Liberty, and in his free time he was a “yard perfectionist.”

A loving husband, father and grandfather (Pappi), He was always up for conversation and enjoyed meeting new people. Sammy was an avid sports fan and officiated basketball and softball for more than 25 years throughout South Carolina. He was very enthusiastic about his love for the USC Gamecocks, and it was only topped by his love for his family and for his Lord and Savior. Sammy was an active, loyal member of Mile Creek Baptist Church in Six Mile.

In addition to his loving wife of 43 years and his mother, Mr. Nix is survived by a daughter, Jody Nix Wilson (Richard) of Pendleton; a brother, Skippy Nix (Debbie) of Pickens; two sisters, Judy Durham and Renee Thrift, both of Pickens; a stepfather, Dwight Thrift of Pickens; and one granddaughter, Addison Wilson. Sammy is also survived by numerous extended family members, a special church family and many loving friends.

Services to honor the life of Sammy were held June 11 at Mile Creek Baptist Church, followed by interment with military honors at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Pickens.

Flowers are optional, or the family requests that memorial donations be made to Mile Creek Baptist Church, 104 Lakeside Drive, Six Mile, SC 29682.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home Downtown, which is assisting the family.

Wanda Deloris Townes

EASLEY — Wanda Deloris Townes, 60, of Easley, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 9, 2016.

She is survived by her husband, Wade Townes; her son, Chris Townes; her daughter, Jennifer Foley; her sister, Linda Belk; and her three grandchildren, Jordan, Cody and Jaxson.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Clara Mae Belk; her sister, Sharron Rejan Hellams; and her brothers, Samuel, Mickey, Tony and Gene Belk.

Services were held June 13 at Gilead Baptist Church in Pickens, followed by interment in Holly Springs Baptist Church Cemetery.

Vincent Cerqua

Six Mile — Vincent Cerqua, 75, of 146 Duncan Road, husband of Jane Chart Cerqua, passed away, surrounded by family, on Friday, June 10, 2016, at his home.

Born in Philadelphia, Pa., he was son of the late Daniel and Elsie LaMacchia Cerqua. Vincent was a retired captain in the United States Marine Corps, having served for 21 years, including three tours in Vietnam and various other locations. Following his retirement, he worked for the Department of Social Services in the Child Protection Office and was an entrepreneur. He was a member of the Bahá’í faith.

Surviving in addition to his wife are daughter, Candace Cerqua of Six Mile; sons, James Vinson Cerqua (Carolina Vásquez) of New York City, and Marq Vincent Cerqua (Andrea Rodriguez) of Miami, Fla.; grandchildren, James Anthony, Ciara and Marcus Cerqua, Elías Cerqua Vásquez, Asiri Cerqua Vásquez, Sofia Cerqua and Vincent Cerqua.

Graveside services were held June 12 at Memory Gardens.

Condolences maybe expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home, Central.

Dwight Kelly

SIX MILE — Dwight Ernest Kelly, 77, of 1261 Liberty Highway, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 14, 2016, at Baptist Easley Hospital.

Born in Pickens, he was the widower of Nancy Bryant Kelly and a son of the late William E. and Gladys Dorsey Kelly. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was retired from Pickens Machine Works. He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church.

Surviving are two sons, Randy Kelly (Julie) of Six Mile, and Ron Kelly (Larissa) of Easley; four sisters, Betty Holliday of Seneca, Mildred Holliday of Six Mile, Belinda Finley of Williamston and Joan Smith of Pickens; a brother, Wallace Kelly of Pendleton; five grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son, Ricky Kelly.

Funeral services to honor the life of Mr. Kelly will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Liberty Mortuary chapel. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at Liberty Mortuary. Burial will follow at Liberty Memorial Gardens.

Memorials may be made to Fairview Baptist Church c/o Rev. Billy Ray Merck 766 Kelly Mill Road Six Mile, SC 29682. The family will be at the home. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements. www.libertymortuary.com

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EARLE L. YOUNGBLOOD

PICKENS — Earle L. Youngblood, 87, of Pickens, passed away on June 1, 2016, at St. Francis Hospital-Downtown.

Born in Pickens County on Dec. 9, 1928, he was the youngest and last surviving child of the late John and Maude Kelley Youngblood and a member of Grace United Methodist Church.

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A retiree of the Pickens County Treasurer’s Office, Mr. Youngblood was the founder of Youngblood Real Estate and was the owner of State Farm Insurance Agency of Pickens since 1950. He was a board member of Pickens Savings and Loan, an active member of the community and an avid golfer. Mr. Youngblood was a U.S. Navy veteran.

Surviving are his wife, Martha Elizabeth “Betty” Youngblood; a son, Daniel E. Youngblood (Lynn) of Easley; a daughter, Pam Youngblood Martin of Pickens; seven grandchildren, George A. Martin Jr. (Lan), Jason E. Martin, Justin B. Martin, Lia Youngblood Ownbey; Daniel E. Youngblood Jr., J. Tyler Youngblood and Sarah Grace Youngblood; and nine great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Youngblood was predeceased by seven siblings and his son-in-law, George A. “Bubba” Martin.

Services were held June 3 at Grace United Methodist Church. Entombment will be private.

Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church Endowment, 309 E. Cedar Rock Street, Pickens, SC 29671. A message of condolence may be expressed to the family by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com

CLARA A. KOPP

LIBERTY — Clara A. Coffee Kopp, 78, of 9 Pinewood Drive died Wednesday, June 1, 2016, at Baptist Easley Hospital in Easley.

Born in St. Petersburg, Fla., she was the wife of William H. Kopp Jr. and a daughter of the late Hal C. and Clara N. Garlington Coffee. She was a homemaker who dearly loved her grandchildren. She was a member of Fellowship Community Church.

Surviving in addition to her husband are her three daughters, Deborah Reinhold of Largo, Fla., Sandi Hoots (Ruess) of Liberty and Patricia Boccabello of Liberty; two sons, Robert J. Sherman (Sarah) of Liberty and William H. Kopp of St. Petersburg; 10 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents she was predeceased by one sister; and one brother.

Funeral services will be held at a later date in St. Petersburg. Burial will be at Royal Palm Cemetery in St. Petersburg.

Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements locally.

JACK MONROE ASHMORE

PICKENS — Jack Monroe Ashmore passed from this life to be with His Lord on Tuesday, May 24, 2016.

He was born on May 13, 1940, the son of Ida Lee Ashmore and William Ashmore, who predeceased him.

His survivors include his loving wife, Cheryl Ashmore; a brother, Riley Ashmore of Conestee; a sister, Mary Butler of Pickens; two nephews, Tony Butler and Tim Butler; and a niece, Jane Redden of Anderson.

The funeral Mass was held June 3 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pickens, celebrated by Rev. James Dubrouillet, followed with burial at Antioch Christian Church cemetery, Greenville.

ROBERT GARNER

EASLEY — Robert Clayton Garner, 78, formerly of Easley, died Saturday, June 4, 2016 at Pardee Hospital in Hendersonville, N.C.

Born in Anderson, he was the widower of Debra Stewart Garner, and a son of the late Andrew and Myrtle Anthony Garner.

He retired from Robinson Funeral Home where he worked in maintenance for over 40 years, and was a member of Dacusville Church of God of Prophecy.

Surviving are three sons, Scott, Tony and Andy Garner; two sisters, Sarah Rice (Malcolm) and Ruth Mosley; a sister in law, Doris Garner; and a special niece, Rita Burgess (Greg). In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Tommy and Arthur Garner.

Funeral services to honor Robert’s life will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the mortuary.

The family will be at their respective homes. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

KENNETH M. GILSTRAP

EASLEY — Kenneth Michael Gilstrap, 67, passed from this life on Thursday, June 2, 2016, at Baptist Easley Hospital.

Kenneth was born in Pickens County, a son of the late Glenn and Edna Gilstrap. He was retired from the City of Pickens Water Department and he was a Baptist.

Survivors include a daughter, Crystal Ledford (Gary Neal) of Inman; a son, Rev. Stan Crowe (Darla) of Six Mile; seven grandchildren; and brothers, Wayne Gilstrap of Dacusville and Donnie Gilstrap and David Gilstrap, both of Pickens.

Services were held June 5 in the Dillard Funeral Home chapel, with burial following at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens.

CHRISTINE MANN HOOPER

EASLEY — Mrs. Christine Mann Hooper, 89, wife of the late Tilmon Perry Hooper, passed away Sunday, June 5, 2016, at her home.

Born in White County, Ga., the daughter of the late Olivia Sheriff Greene, Mrs. Hooper was a homemaker and a member of Jones Avenue Baptist Church.

Surviving are a son, Kenny Perry Hooper of Pickens; five daughters, Linda Marchbanks, Eleanor Sanders (Jerry), Cathy Phillips (Ronnie), Patsy Medlin (William), all of Easley, and Martha Holliday (Larry) of Six Mile; a son-in-law, Bobby Mauldin (Jolyn) of Easley; 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband and mother, Mrs. Hooper was predeceased by a son, Eugene Hooper; a daughter, Shirley Mauldin; a son-in-law, Ronny Marchbanks; a daughter-in-law, Annette Hooper; and a grandson, Scott Medlin.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2016, at Jones Avenue Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 154 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC 29615. The family is at the home.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.

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Bertha E. Patterson

Pickens — Bertha E. Holcombe Patterson, 78, widow of Carl D. Patterson, went home to be with The Lord on Sunday, May 22, 2016.

Mrs. Patterson was born in Anderson, daughter of the late Parley Oscar and Mary Finley Holcombe. She was retired from the Arial Plant of Alice Manufacturing Co. and she was a member of Jehovah Witnesses Kingdom Hall in Central.

Survivors include sons David Patterson of Easley and Gerald Patterson and Bryon Patterson, both of Pickens, brothers Johnny Holcombe of Pickens and J. Roy Holcombe of Easley and sisters Earline Roper and Jeweldean Durham. Also surviving are 17 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Patterson was preceded in death by daughters Shirley Dunson and Sharon Broome, sons Ronnie Dean Patterson and Charles Eugene Patterson, brothers James Holcombe and Herman Holcombe and sisters Elizabeth Gibson, Eula Hudson, Verdebell Jameson and Beatrice Gantt.

Services were held May 26 in the chapel of Dillard Funeral Home, with burial following at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens.

A message of condolence may be expressed to the family by visiting www.Dillardfunerals.com.

Winnie W. McCallister

Easley — Mrs. Winnie Bell Wallace McCallister, 85, wife of Jack McCallister passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2016, at Magnolia Manor of Greenville.

Born in Sabinal, Texas, a daughter of the late Marion Sanford and Bertha Barsom Wallace, Mrs. McCallister was a retired insurance agent and a member of Isleton Methodist Church.

Surviving are two sons, Earl Custard (Lisa) of South Carolina, and Kenneth Custard (Glenda) of California; two daughters, Cecilia Logan (Jaimie) of Alabama, and Mary Anne McGregor (David) of Texas; two stepchildren, Janet Lenore and Mark McCallister, both of California; a sister-in-law, Roberta Wallace of Texas; 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. McCallister was predeceased by a son, Michael Custard; a granddaughter; five brothers and two sisters.

Memorial services will be held Friday, June 3, at 11 a.m. in the Fireplace Room of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Greenville, SC.

Family members are at their respective homes.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.

Glen Lane

Easley — Mr. Lester Glen Lane, 62, husband of Brenda Taylor Lane, passed away Thursday, May 26, 2016, at St. Francis Hospital.

Born in Greenville County, a son of June Bragg Isbell of Easley and the late James Lester Lane, Mr. Lane was an automotive muffler mechanic with Armando’s Muffler Repair and a member of New Life Baptist Church, Pickens.

Surviving in addition to his wife of 31 years, and his mother and stepfather, Robert Isbell, are two daughters, Lori Nettles (Bubba) of Easley, and Amanda McCullough (Chad) of Dacusville; a brother, Jerry Lane (Joyce) of Powdersville; a sister, Sheila Lanzer (Steve) of Powdersville; and three grandchildren, Breanna Owens (Nathan), Ty Nettles and Cale McCullough.

Graveside services were held May 28 at Hillcrest Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 154 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC 29615, or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 301 University Ridge, Suite 5000 Greenville, SC 29601.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.

Doris G. Chapman

Easley — Mrs. Doris Granger Chapman, 75, wife of William Charles “Bill” Chapman, passed away Friday, May 27, 2016, at McCall Hospice House.

Born in Pickens County, a daughter of the late Bruce and Eunice Porter Granger, Mrs. Chapman was a graduate of Pickens High School and Draughon’s Business College. She retired from Hoechst Celanese and was a member of Jones Avenue Baptist Church.

Surviving, in addition to her husband of 55 years, are a daughter, Lisa R. Burnett (Ken) of Inman; two brothers, Alvin and Fred Granger, both of Pickens; a sister, Marilyn Murrell of Easley; and a grandson, Zackery Campbell.

Funeral services were held May 30, in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, with entombment following in the Woodlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.

Ricky Loggins

Easley — Mr. Ricky Dale Loggins, 53, passed away Thursday, May 26, 2016, at his home.

Born in Pickens County, a son of the late Johnny Henry Loggins and the late Peggy Faye Smith Loggins McKee, Mr. Loggins retired from GE Gas Turbine and was of the Baptist faith. He was a U.S. Army National Guard Veteran.

Surviving are a son, Dustin Loggins (Chelsea Roe) of Easley; a daughter, Ashlyn Loggins (Matt Dickerson) of Easley; his step-father, Randell McKee of Easley; a sister, Pamela J. Mason of Six Mile; and two grandchildren, Hazel Loggins and Alex Mays. In addition to his parents, Mr. Loggins was predeceased by a daughter, Brandi Kearney.

Private memorial services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shine Soup Kitchen, P.O. Box 203, Easley, SC 29641, or to the Greenville Humane Society, 305 Airport Road, Greenville, SC 29607.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.

Bessie H. Moon

Liberty — Bessie Holcombe Moon, 105, of Liberty, passed away Sunday, May 29, 2016, at Brookdale of Central.

Born February 13, 1911, in Pickens County, Mrs. Moon was a daughter of the late John Esley and Della Alexander Holcombe. She graduated from Easley High School. She enjoyed a career at Robinson’s Department Store in Easley. Since 1957, Mrs. Moon was a very active member of First Baptist Church in Liberty. She supported the Shriners Hospital, and she was a member of the Liberty Women’s Club, the American Legion Auxiliary, and the Friends of the Library. She enjoyed entertaining friends, especially on her back patio, and she loved cooking, sewing and gardening. She was an avid fan of Clemson and the Atlanta Braves. Mrs. Moon was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and aunt.

Surviving are a daughter, Beth Mahaffey and her husband, Richie, of Decatur, Ga.; one brother, John Holcombe of Easley; one sister, Anita Greene of Powdersville; five grandchildren, Christopher Mahaffey and his wife, Heather; Lindsay Mahaffey, Mary Bess Mahaffey, Barry Benjamin, and Matthew Benjamin; and three great-grandchildren, Grant, Ella, and Patrick Mahaffey. She was predeceased by her husband, Mickler B. Moon; a daughter, Mickla Mortenson; a grandson, John Richard Mahaffey; four brothers; and three sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 2, in the Chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Powdersville Road. Entombment will follow in the Chapel of Reflection Mausoleum at Robinson Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home prior to the service.

Memorials may be made to the Shriners Hospital For Children, 950 West Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605 or to First Baptist Church, 400 Edgemont Avenue, Liberty, SC 29657.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.RobinsonFuneralHomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Powdersville Road, Easley, which is assisting the family.

David K. Cox

Easley — David Kenneth Cox, 75, husband of Judy Stewart Cox, passed away Monday, May 23, 2016, at St. Francis Hospital-Downtown.

Born in Easley, Mr. Cox was a son of the late Hoke Hendricks Cox and the late Edith Fendley Cox. He graduated from Easley High School and Clemson Universit,y where he received his B.A. in 1963, a Master’s Degree in 1972, and an Education Specialist Degree in 1976. Mr. Cox served the School District of Pickens County in many capacities, including teacher, assistant principal, principal, deputy superintendent and on the school board for 12 years. In 1992, he was named administrator of the year. He was a member of First Baptist Church, and he was a U.S. Army veteran, having served in the Reserves.

David was well loved by his family and friends, as well as his close-knit community of Dacusville. His former students and faculty looked up to him as a friend and leader in the community. The farmers market employees and friends were always there to offer support and encouragement. His kindness impacted all who knew him.

Surviving in addition to his wife of 53 years are one son, David Kenneth Cox, Jr. (DeLynne); one daughter, Kelly Denise Cox Turner (Jeff); four granddaughters, Maddisen Whitney Cox, Morgan Brantley Cox, Elizabeth Kelley Turner, and Natalie Nicole Turner; one grandson, Andrew David Turner; three brothers, Steve (Darlene) Cox, Dan (Betty) Cox, and Sam (Jane) Cox; and a brother-in-law, Jim (Jean) Stewart.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m., Wednesday, May 25, at Easley First Baptist Church. Entombment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park Mausoleum.

The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 2:45 p.m. Wednesday in the church parlor prior to the service.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 300 E. First Ave., Easley, SC 29640. The family is at the home.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.

Frank L. Clendening

Pickens — Frank Leslie Clendening, 58, passed from this life on Sunday, May 22, 2016, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Frank was born in Pensacola, Fla., a son of Daniel Boone Clendening of Cumming, Ga., and the late Jeanie Rush Clendening. Frank was employed with Bennett Equipment and Supply in heavy equipment sales. An active member of Porter’s Chapel United Methodist Church, Frank played guitar and was the leader of the Praise Band, served as a lay leader, also taught Sunday school and was a former trustee. In addition to his love of music where he enjoyed praising The Lord, Frank loved to ride his motorcycle through the mountains and enjoyed spending time with his children, whom he loved deeply.

Survivors include his father, Daniel Boone Clendening of Cumming, Ga., daughters, Gracie Blackwell (Matt) of North Augusta and Jessica Noble (Jon) of Beaufort, sons, Zackery Sobin (Morgan) of Raleigh, N.C., Russell Sobin (Jae) of Charlotte, N.C., and Gray Haynes of Cleveland. Also surviving are his siblings, Brett Clendening (Shelia) of Griffin, Ga., Nancy Reaves (Brownie) of Cumming, Ga., and Kate Wilsford of Bowling Green, Ky., and three grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 27, at Porter’s Chapel United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Dick Waldrep and the Rev. Don Alexander officiating. The family will greet friends following the service in the Family Life Center at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Epworth Children’s Home, 2900 Millwood Ave., Columbia, SC 29250.

A message of condolence may be expressed to the family by visiting www.DillardFunerals.com.

William ‘Bill’ Graham Ellison

Easley — William “Bill” Graham Ellison, 82, of Easley, and husband of the late Mary Hall Ellison, passed Monday, May 16, 2016.

Born in Anderson County to the late Jesse Ellison and Lula May Border, Bill served proudly in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1952 to 1955. Bill enjoyed watching NASCAR, loved to read, was an avid reader of the newspaper and pulled for the Gamecocks side by side with his granddaughter.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents and wife of 42 years before her passing Oct. 5, 2013.

He is survived by his granddaughter, Jennifer Spearman Finley of Easley; two-great-grandchildren, Sadie Lea Finley and Alton Lane Finley; and many nieces and nephews.

Entombment was held May 24 in the Chapel of Reflection Mausoleum in Robinson Memorial Gardens with military honors.

Donations have been requested directly to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home – Powdersville Road, which is assisting the family.

Leon Bolding

Liberty — William Leon Bolding, 86, of 107 Davis Road, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, May 17, at St. Francis Hospital.

Born in Liberty, he was the husband of Evelyn McCall Bolding for 59 years and a son of the late William Melvin and Rosa Lee Rampey Bolding. He was a 1947 graduate of Liberty High School and was also a graduate of Tri-County Technical College. He later retired from BASF. He enjoyed gardening and spending time on Lake Keowee with his family. He was a member of Fellowship Community Church.

Surviving in addition to his wife are a daughter, Dianne Rice (Randy) of Liberty; two sons, Jerry Bolding (Susan) of Pickens, and Michael Bolding of Liberty; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents he was predeceased by a sister, Lois McCrary; and three brothers, Louie, Dean and D.T. Bolding.

Funeral services to honor the life of Mr. Bolding were held May 19 in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel, followed by burial in Hillcrest Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Helping Hands of Clemson, PO Box 561 Clemson, SC 29633. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements. www.libertymortuary.com.

Marlene Rodgers

Liberty — Emma Marlene Merck Rodgers, 78, of 21 Highland Terrace, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, May 18, at Anmed Health in Anderson.

Born in Greenville, she was the widow of Robert Rudolph Rodgers and a daughter of the late Lawrence Eugene “Gene” and Inez Porter Merck.

She was retired from Duke Energy. She cherished her family and her church, Liberty First Baptist, where she was a long-time member.

Surviving are a son, Andy Rodgers (Angie) of Sandy Springs; two brothers, Hugh Merck of Hilton Head and Jim Merck of Chapin; and especially her beloved friend for more than 70 years, Harriett Giles of Easley.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by a sister, Margaret Owen.

Funeral services to honor the life of Mrs. Rodgers were held May 20 in the Liberty Mortuary chapel, with burial following at Liberty Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society, 154 Milestone Way Greenville, SC 29615 or Liberty First Baptist, PO Box 207 Liberty, SC 29657. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements. www.libertymortuary.com.

Cleo Galloway

Pickens — David Cleo Galloway, 90, husband of Lila Stephens Galloway, went home to be with The Lord on Wednesday, May 18, 2016, at Cottingham Hospice House in Seneca.

Cleo was born in Pickens County, a son of the late Grover Harrison and Rebecca Ada Tompkins Galloway. He was a member of Gap Hill Church of God, where he was a member of the Auditorium Class and formerly served as clerk of the church and Sunday school teacher. He was a musician and played his guitar for the church for more than 40 years and also used his talents as a carpenter to keep the church in good repair. Cleo was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, where he was awarded two bronze stars for bravery on the battlefield.

During his working years, Cleo worked in the textile industry and at Stewart Lumber Company, and he later retired from Duke Power Company, where he worked in the environmental area, allowing him to work outdoors where he loved to be.

Survivors include his wife of 69 years, Lila Galloway; son, Cleo Edwin Galloway (Evelyn) of Ringgold, Ga.; and daughter, Ann G. Duncan of Pickens. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Crystal Herring (Wade), David Galloway (Tonya) and Kevin Galloway; four great-grandchildren, Adam Greer, Sarah Greer, Audry Galloway and Allie Galloway; step-grandchildren, Justin, Brad and Tiffany Herring; and also a sister, Mary Ellenburg of Six Mile.

Funeral services were held May 21 at Gap Hill Church of God, with burial following at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens with military rites.

Memorials may be made to Gap Hill Church of God Mortgage Fund, 3540 Walhalla Highway, Six Mile, SC 29682. A message of condolence may be expressed to the family by visiting www.DillardFunerals.com.

Lily Griffin

Liberty — Lillian Valerie “Lily” Griffin, 3 years old, daughter of Joshua Lee Griffin and Elizabeth Marie “Lizzie” Schreffler, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, May 15, 2016.

Lily was born in Greenville County and had many friends at school and at 5 Point Church. She was an avid Elvis fan and loved to dance and sing to his songs. Lily loved to help in the kitchen cooking and was considered a dishwashing pro, and she was Kindereggs’ No. 1 fan. Lily loved her brother very much and was loved by all her family and friends.

Lily is survived by her parents, her brother, Tristan Lucas Greenleaf, and grandparents, Leilani L. Schreffler, Christopher Dennis Schreffler and Stephanie D. and Jason Porter. She is also survived by a number of aunts, uncles and cousins.

Lily was preceded in death by a grandfather, Robert Lee Griffin.

A private service will be held for the family. A message of condolence may be expressed to the family by visiting www.DillardFunerals.com.

CALVIN JOSEPH BENTON, JR

EASLEY — Calvin Joseph Benton Jr., 59, of Easley, passed away on Wednesday, May 11, 2016.

Services were held May 20 at Palmetto Mortuary, with the funeral service following. Cremation rites will be accorded.

Donald E. Haney

Pickens — Donald Eugene Haney, 80, husband of Martha Chambers Haney, passed from this life on Saturday, May 21, 2016, at his home.

Donald was born in Hendersonville, N.C., a son of the late William John and Elizabeth Beasley Haney. He was retired from Swirl in Easley and was a member of Blue Ridge View Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Martha Chambers Haney, his son, Randell Keith Haney of Townville; brothers, William Haney Jr. and Edward Haney (Brenda), and a sister, Lucille Messer, all of Waynesville, N.C.; and a sister-in-law, Martha Haney of Waynesville, N.C.

Funeral services were held May 24 in the Dillard Funeral Home chapel, with the Reverend Dr. Stuart Houston officiating, and burial following at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens in Pickens.

A message of condolence may be expressed to the family by visiting www.DillardFunerals.com.

Noel Eugene Garvin

Clemson — Noel Eugene Garvin, 95, of Clemson, widower of Sarah Horton Garvin, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2016, at Clemson Downs.

Mr. Garvin was born in Pickens, and from the ages of 4 to 17 grew up in Palmetto, Fla., before returning to South Carolina and graduating from Greenville High School. Noel was the son of Noel Ellison and Belle Yongue Garvin. He was originally in the 1944 Class at Clemson College but his college education was put on hold for him to serve in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII.

During World War II, Noel was a pilot in the Eighth Air Force and was stationed in England. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, the highest honor of the Army Air Force, for bravery.

During his military service, Noel married Sarah Horton. They were married for 71 years. After the war, he returned to Clemson and graduated in 1947.

He retired as Executive Vice President of Manufacturing following many years of service with Burlington Industries, which was headquartered in Greensboro, N.C. He retired in 1981.

For his whole adult life, Noel was actively involved in numerous charities, including: Teen Challenge, prison ministries and many others.

In 2002, Noel and Sarah moved back to Clemson, where they could be seen at many Clemson University activities, especially Clemson sports. They were members of University Baptist Church.

Surviving are sons, James T. (Mary) Garvin of Richmond, Va., William H. (Felomina) Garvin of Helena, Mont., and Walter L. Garvin of St. Petersburg, Fla.; grandchildren, Andrew, Charles and Kathryn Garvin and Kevin and Nathan Howenstine. Preceding him in death was his daughter, Jean Elizabeth Garvin Howenstine.

Graveside services were held May 23, 2016, at Old Stone Church Cemetery in Clemson.

Memorials may be made to Greater Piedmont Teen Challenge, PO Box 77914, Greensboro, NC 27417 http://gpteenchallenge.com/

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home, Central, which is assisting the family.

Sara Crowe

Liberty — Sara Mae Powell Crowe, 82, of 120 Roanoke Road, passed away peacefully Monday, May 9, 2016, at her residence.

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Tony R. Morgan

EASLEY — Tony R. Morgan, 50, of Easley, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2016.

He is survived by his daughters, Crystal (John) Kelly and Carla Morgan; his siblings, Dale Morgan, Christopher Morgan, and Tracy Morgan; his five grandchildren; and his parents, Homer and Linda Morgan.

The family will be holding a private service.

Joyce Wrenn Owens

Easley — Joyce Wrenn Owens, 76, of Easley, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Saturday, April 23, 2016, and was the loving wife of Melvin Ray Owens.

Born in Greenville to the late Clyde Allison Wrenn and Eleanor Ophelia Cassell Wrenn,

She was a member of Siloam Baptist Church, and a former member of Monaghan Baptist Church and Tanglewood Baptist Church. Joyce was an active choir member. In earlier years she played organ, piano, drums, banjo, all by ear, and was a member of the gospel quartet, Cheerful Sounds for many years. She loved to do her yard work, had the most infectious smile, brought joy to any room she entered, and she was a “friend maker”. She impacted her community in her daily travels, and was truly a friend to all she encountered.

In addition to her husband of 57 years, Joyce is survived by her son, Timothy Ray Owens, of Greenville; daughter, Melanie Renee Crews (Craig), of Easley; sisters, Joann Wrenn, of Greer, Betty Sue Burbach (George), Judy Fair (Greg), all of Chapin, and Miriam Thomas (Mike), of Mauldin; grandchildren, Taylor Crews, Ethan Crews, and Savannah Owens; mother-in-law & dearest friend, Viola Owens.

Funeral services were held April 28 at Robinson Funeral Home, Powdersville Road in Easley with Reverend David Osborne and Pastor Troy Harrison officiating.

Flowers are accepted, and family requested donation to Siloam Baptist Church Building Fund or Choir Ministries, 229 Siloam Road, Easley, SC 29642.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home – Powdersville Road, which is assisting the family.

Richard C. Garvin

Easley — Richard C. Garvin, of Easley, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Tuesday, April 26, 2016, and was the husband to Linda M. DeLooper Garvin.

Richard was born in Charleston to the late Cecil Garvin and Leona Lavender Garvin.

He proudly served his country in the National Guard for seven years.

He was a member of Easley First Baptist Church since 2003 when he and Linda moved to the area from Seneca, and he was a member of the “Seekers” Sunday School Class. Richard attended Newberry College, received an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Midlands Technical College, and retired from Clemson University in 1997 where he worked in Agriculture. He enjoyed gardening, loved his community and church, and to Richard family came first, especially his granddaughters.

In addition to his loving wife of 49 years, Richard is survived by his son, Richard “Ricky” Garvin, Jr, of Anacortes, Wash.; daughter, Jenny G. Whitfield (Marty), of Easley; sister, Marilyn Adams (Jerry), of Bishopville; three granddaughters, Riley Whitfield, Haley Whitfield, and Ansley Whitfield.

Memorial services were held April 30 at Easley First Baptist Church, with Rev. Dr. John Adams officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made directly to Easley First Baptist Church, attention “For Generations to Come”.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Powdersville Road, which is assisting the family.

Nancy Kelly

Six Mile — Nancy Bryant Kelly, 76, of 1261 Liberty Highway, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 27, 2016, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born in Liberty she was a daughter of the late L.V. and Lila Evatt Bryant. She proudly retired as a Sergeant from the Liberty Police Department, and was a member of Fairview Baptist Church.

Surviving are her husband, Dwight Kelly of the home; two sons, Randy Kelly (Julie) of Easley, and Ronnie Kelly (Larissa) of Easley; a sister, Vivian Wardlaw of Central; two brothers, Ernest Bryant of Six Mile, and Virgil Bryant of Liberty; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a son, Ricky Kelly.

Funeral services to honor the life of Mrs. Kelly were held April 29 in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel. Burial will be private.

Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements

Jessie Wheeler Vinson

Easley — Mr. Jessie Wheeler Vinson, 81 of 100 Mark Twain Lane, Easley, passed away Thursday, April 28, 2016 at his residence.

Jessie was born on Oct. 10, 1934 to the late Allie Effird, Sr. and Mary Vinson. He worked his whole life as a carpenter, and in his free time enjoyed gardenins, fishing, and going to various flea markets around the upstate.

Jessie is survived by a son; Ellic Vinson of Rock Hill; two daughters; Teresa Sell and Jessie Totherow, both of Easley; a step-son; William “Billy” Vinson; two brothers; Dean Vinson and John Thomas Vinson; and two sisters; Anner and Martha. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; a special son-in-law; Greg Hatchell; and his good friends; Chester and Annette.

The family will hold private memorial services at a later date.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home – Downtown, which is assisting the family. 

Noel Crowther “Andy” Anderson

Clemson — Noel Crowther “Andy” Anderson, 91, passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 after a brief illness.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Valeria and Joe P. Anderson; son Joseph Mark Anderson; brother, Perrin Anderson; and sister, Edith Carter. In addition to his wife of 64 years, Evelyn, he is survived by daughters Carole Anderson Shelton (Chuck) of Tampa, Fla.; Beth Anderson Gerrald (Van) of Asheville, N.C.; son Douglas Crowther Anderson (Mary Ellen) of Greenville. Also surviving are grandchildren Quincy Gerrald (Allison) of Greenville; Katherine Gerrald Moore (Joe) of Spartanburg; Elizabeth Ann Anderson of Greenville; great-grandchildren Gracyn Elizabeth Gerrald and Sadie Rea Moore.

Mr. Anderson graduated from Clemson University and retired from Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service. He was a World War II veteran, served on the Pickens County Registration and Elections Commission for 32 years and was a dedicated Meals on Wheels volunteer. He was a 64 year member of the Pendleton Farmers’ Society and served as president. He was honored with the Order of the Silver Crescent by Governor Nikki Haley in 2013.

Graveside services were held April 30 at Hillcrest Memorial Park, followed by a celebration of life service at Grace United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Grace Methodist Church, 390 East Cedar Rock Street, Pickens, S.C. 29671.

Blanche Helen Cantrell Chastain

Pickens — Blanche Helen Cantrell Chastain, 89, born in Salem, on April 11, 1927, passed away Wednesday April 27 2016.

She is preceded in death by her Mother Mamie Cantrell, Father Furman Cantrell, sisters Ruby Kelly, Alma Morgan; brother Lloyd Cantrell; husband of 55 years James “Jimmy” Floyd Chastain; daughter Jessie Lee Green; sons-in-law Henry Lee Green, and Milton Larry Tate; and Grandson Billy Ray Anders.

She is survived by Evelyn Hawkins (Joel), Mary Anders (Buddy), Wallace Chastain (Corinne), Linda Tate and Sharon Chappell (Roy). Blanche is blessed with a large family consisting of 24 grandchildren, 49 great-grand children and 24 great-great-grand children. In addition to being the matriarch of a large family she was also an extremely hard worker and spent 15 plus years working at Singer manufacturing until a severe back injury forced her into retirement. Blanche was proud to have finished the seventh grade and was an avid reader who began each day by reading her bible. She enjoyed Saturday yard sales, football games, sewing and word searches. She was born during the Great Depression and spent her life making-do with the minimum. She raised her own chickens, saved her grease drippings, slow cooked pinto beans on her buck stove and sewed her own clothes all while raising six children and attending to her special grandchildren. Until she was 69 years old she had only been as far away from home as Fletcher, N.C.; however at an age when most people settle down and with injuries and health conditions that should have kept her down, Blanche fell in love with traveling. She has been thirty thousand feet above the earth and 100 feet below the surface of the ocean. She visited many amazing places such as Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Minnesota, Key West Florida and the Grand Cayman Islands. She loved taking Helicopter tours and going to shows like Medieval Times. Her most favorite places to be other than her mountain home were Gatlinburg, Tenn., Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Charleston, S.C. Blanche was an extremely strong, kind good-hearted woman with an infectious smile who loved and was loved by many. Blanche experienced many tragedies and endured many hardships but she never once failed to be the rock of her large family. Her family is lucky to have had such an amazing role model for 89 years. In death, her family is lucky to have gained a Guardian Angel.

Services to honor the life of Blanche Chastain were held May 1 at Dillard Funeral Home in Pickens followed by graveside service at Holly Springs Cemetery.

Paul bearers are Mike Green, James Anders, Wally Anders, Bo Tate, Brent Tate, Ryan Chappell and Paul Palmiotto.

Patricia Irene Favors

EASLEY — Patricia (Pat) Irene Favors, 61, of Easley, the daughter of Roland and Josephine Anderson, passed away surrounded by the ones she laughed, lived, and loved with on April 28, 2016.

She was predeceased by her sister, Nancy Hooper, and father, Roland Anderson, and survived by her daughter, Tonya Lucero-Davis (Jermonn) and son, Timothy Lucero. In addition to her many loving nieces, nephews, and friends, Pat had four grandchildren whom she adored:  Carter, Callie, Nadia, and Naomi. She had a giving heart and loved helping others. Although our hearts are heavy, our souls rejoice because she has no more pain or suffering, no more sadness or remorse, and no more worry or fear. She fought a good fight, a very tough fight, but she finished the course and obtained her prize.

Services were held May 2 at Dillard Funeral Home Chapel followed by burial in Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens.

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Favor family.

Bonner Pratt, Jr.

Greenville — Burts Bonner Pratt, Jr., passed away on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at St. Francis Hospital.

Born in Liberty he was a son of the late Burts Bonner, Sr. and Frances Boggs Pratt.

He retired as the Department Head of Tri-County Technical College’s Textile Manufacturing Program, and was a member of Overbrook Baptist Church.

Mr. Pratt was a United States Navy veteran of the Korean War, and was a graduate of Clemson University, and was also a member of the Hejaz Shrine Temple.

Surviving are his wife, Nannie Mae Rich Pratt of the home; two brothers, Joseph A. Pratt (Mary Ann) of Chester, Va., and Paul David Pratt (Jane) of Liberty; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son, Patrick Bonner Pratt, four sisters, Mary Frances Proffitt, Kathryn Blackwell, Eleanor Williams, and Aletha Smith, and two brothers, Kyle Pratt and Robert “Bobby” Pratt.

Funeral services to honor the life of Mr. Pratt were held May 3 at Overbrook Baptist Church followed by burial at Liberty Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers memorials are requested to the Pat Pratt Memorial Scholarship Fund, PO Box 2848, Greenville SC 29602-2848, thru the School District of Greenville County, with the proceeds going to the Wade Hampton High School Library, or Overbrook Baptist Church, 1705 East North Street, Greenville SC 29607. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements

Doris Cassell Durham

Pickens — Doris Cassell Durham, 82, wife of the late Bill Gravely Durham, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Mrs. Durham was born in Pickens County, the daughter of the late Dora Mae Chapman Cassell and James Denton Cassell.

Mrs. Durham graduated from Anderson Junior College and Furman University. She retired from the Pickens County Department of Social Services after 30 years and was a member of Pickens First Baptist Church.

Survivors include one daughter, Becky Durham Pearson (Jeff) of Seneca; one son, Danny Durham of Pickens; and two grandchildren, Hayley and Hunter Pearson of Seneca.

A private committal service was held April 14.

Mrs. Durham was predeceased by her husband, parents, one sister, Louise Cassell Watson (Grady), and one brother, Huey Cassell (Julia).

Memorials may be made to Cottingham Hospice House, 390 Keowee Road, Seneca, SC 29672. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Durham family.

Larry Branford Moody

Easley — Larry Branford Moody, 74, of Easley, passed peacefully with his family by his side April 10, 2016, and was the husband to Jean “Sheena” Dickson Moody before her passing in 2013.

He was born in Dillon to the late Avery Tapley Moody and Elma (Moody) Moody.

He was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran. Larry worked for 32 years for Hospital Receivable Service for Palmetto Health Baptist Medical Center in Columbia before retiring.

In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Robert Corley, and brother, A.T. Moody Jr.

Survivors include his daughters, Karen M. Corley of Easley and Kelly M. Terrapin of Carrollton, Texas; brother, Michael Moody (Jenny) of Dillon; sisters, Joann Lee (Don) of LaGrange, Ga., and Trudy Moore (Fred) of Columbia; and grandchildren, Katelyn Corley and Kristen Corley, both of Easley.

Funeral services were held April 16 at Robinson Funeral Home, Powdersville with burial following in Robinson Memorial Gardens in Easley.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home Powdersville, which is assisting the family.

Matthew L. Cox

Lexington — Matthew Lee Cox, 39, formerly of Easley, passed away Monday, April 11, 2016, at his home.

Born in Tallassee, Ala., the son of David Michael and Susan Talley Cox, Mr. Cox earned his Master’s degree from the University of South Carolina and was a music teacher with the Lexington County School District at Oak Grove Elementary. He was a member of Geer Memorial Baptist Church in Easley.

Surviving, in addition to his parents, are two sisters, Melissa Cox Jones (Bill) of Anderson and Jessica Adair Hagler (Bill) of Alabama; his grandmother, Jane Talley of Easley; four nephews, David and Zachary Jones and Cole and Cody Hagler; a niece, Brielle Jones; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services were held April 17 in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, with burial following in Robinson Memorial Gardens.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.

Jo Anne Smith Fox

Easley — Jo Anne Smith Fox, 78, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at McCall Hospice House in Simpsonville.

Born in Pickens County, the daughter of the late Fletcher Porter Smith and the late Sallie Mae Duncan Smith, Jo Anne was the broker/owner of Barnes and Tripp Real Estate. She has been a leader in the real estate industry, serving her community locally and statewide for 40 years. Jo Anne served on numerous boards, including the Baptist Easley Hospital Foundation Board. She was a member of Easley Presbyterian Church.

Surviving are two daughters, Cindy Fox Miller (Scott) of Easley and Libbi Fox Wigington (Ben) of Piedmont; and two grandchildren, Bo Wigington and Sallie Wigington. In addition to her parents, Jo Anne was predeceased by her husband, Ben Severe Fox.

Funeral services were held April 15 at Easley Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Dr. Bill Seel and Rev. Christie Gravely officiating and burial following in Robinson Memorial Gardens.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Gerry Miller, Margaret Barr, Joni Wood and Tina Edwards for the love and care they provided for Jo Anne.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Easley Presbyterian Church, 200 S. 1st. Street, Easley, SC 29640, or to the McCall Hospice House, 1836 W. Georgia Road, Simpsonville, SC 29680.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Powdersville Road, which is assisting the family.

Jackie Junior Cobb

Easley — Jackie Junior Cobb, 73, husband of Frances Meece Cobb, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 12, 2016.

Mr. Cobb was born in Mountain Rest, the son of the late Daisy Ethel Wilbanks Cobb and Bry Luther Cobb.

Survivors include his wife of 40 years; two sons, Randall “Randy” Cobb (Sherry) of Salem and Chet Cobb of Easley; two sisters, Myrtle Fowler of Walhalla and Lillie Smith (Harold) of West Union; three grandchildren, Jessica Cobb of Salem, Wade Cobb of Salem and Bryson Cobb of Easley; and Jasper, his fuzzy little four-legged son.

Mr. Cobb was predeceased by his brothers Robert Cobb, Bill Cobb and Melvin Cobb.

Services were held April 16 in the Dillard Funeral Home chapel, with burial following at Hillcrest Memorial and Gardens. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Cobb Family.

Michael Joe Smith

Seneca — Michael Joe Smith, 33, went to be with our Lord and Savior on April 11, 2016, due to unexpected complications from epilepsy.

Born Nov. 12, 1982, in Greenville, Michael always lived in the Upstate and was currently residing with his father in Seneca. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church. Michael loved hiking to waterfalls, fishing on Lake Hartwell, kayaking, horticulture, music and all of nature. He was a kind and humble man who never met a stranger. He was witty with a great sense of humor and appreciated the little things in life. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.

Michael is survived by his mother, Dena Fouty Brown (Scott) of Sunset; his father, Joe Smith (Sandra) of Seneca; paternal grandfather, Frank Smith of Seneca; siblings, Jett Galloway (Justin) of Six Mile, Jade Fahmawi (Amjad) of Easley and Zeke Smith of Charlotte, N.C.; girlfriend and soulmate Kristin Roper of Pendleton; nieces Emily, Natalie, Sumiyah, Chloe and Ivannal nephew, Ghassan; and his beloved pit bull and constant companion, Janie.

The family is planning a private memorial for Michael at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, please send tax-deductible donations to A.D.O.P.T. (All Dogs of Pickens Transport) P.O. Box 202 Liberty, SC 29657.

Patsy Ann Southerland Hart

Easley — Mrs. Patsy Ann Southerland Hart, 76, of 701 Crestview Road, Easley, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016, at her residence surrounded by her loving family, her cat Tigger, and her dog, Daisy Mae.

Mrs. Hart was born in Greenville on July 23, 1939, to the late James Furman Sr. and Lucille Louise Craigo Southerland. She spent her life as a homemaker taking care of her family. She loved her flowers, fishing, gardening, and camping. She was an avid Clemson and NASCAR fan, especially for her driver, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Mrs. Hart was a member of Woodside Church of God for more than 20 years.

Mrs. Hart is survived by a son, Robert Hamlett Jr. (Kim) of Easley; a daughter, Carol Boerin (Mark D. Stewart) of Myrtle Beach; a brother, James Calvin Southerland (Carolyn) of Greenville; and a sister, Wanda Faye Webb (Al) of Greenville. She is also survived by two grandchildren, Colby Hamlett and Sara Boerin; and two great-grandchildren, Carley Hamlett and Tyler Newman.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Jean Boyter.

Funeral Services were April 18 in the Chapel of Robinson Funeral Home – Powdersville Road, with David Page and Bishop Purvis officiating. Interment followed at Robinson Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Interim Hospice, 810 Powdersville Road, Easley, SC 29642.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home – Powdersville Road, which is assisting the family.

Bobbie T. Humphreys

Central — Bobbie Thomas Humphreys, 78, widow of Johnny Humphreys, died Thursday, April 14, 2016, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born in Pickens County, she was a daughter of the late Evelyn Duncan Thomas and her stepfather, Robert Thomas.  She was a graduate of Central High School and a retired employee with Central Textiles. Bobbie was a member of Central Church of God.

Surviving are two daughters, Tammy (Darron) Woods of York and Angela (Robbie) Brewer of Pickens; brother, Gary Thomas of Central; sister, Shirley Martin of Central; grandchildren, T.J. Harris, Jerry Harrison, Callen Harrison, Kendall Harrison and Robert Rush; and seven great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held April 16 at Memory Gardens in Clemson, with Rev. Roger Nix officiating.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or at the funeral home.

Murray Davis

Pickens — Henry Murray Davis III, 70, of Pickens, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 15, 2016, at St. Francis Hospital.

Born in Greenville, he was a son of the late Henry Murray Jr. and Juanita Williamson Davis.

He was a sales representative for Southern Design in Spartanburg and was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Pickens, where he was a member of the praise band. He enjoyed photography and music.

Surviving are his wife, Melanie B. Davis of the home; three daughters, Robin Blackburn (Scott) of Simpsonville, Michelle Whitelock (Daren) of Simpsonville and Tammy Galloway (Jamie) of Gray Court; a son, Rev. Todd Davis (Cara) of Surfside; a sister, Debbie Davis Hedrick (Doug) of Greenville; and nine grandchildren.

Memorial services to honor the life of Mr. Davis were conducted April 18 at Grace United Methodist Church. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Jean Isler

Liberty — Ruby Jean Tipton Isler, 75, of 410 Mills Ave., died Friday at Baptist Easley Hospital.

Born in Easley, she was the widow of Lawrence Calhoun “Box” Isler and the daughter of the late Cecil and Ruby Robinson Tipton. She was a homemaker and a member of Eastside Baptist Church.

Surviving are a brother, Buddy Tipton of Easley, and a sister-in-law, Florence Gillespie of Liberty.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by a son, Mark Isler.

Graveside services to honor the life of Mrs. Isler were held April 19 at Liberty Memorial Gardens, with Dr. Tim Harris officiating.

Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements. www.libertymortuary.com

Jaymes “Jay” Rae Brazeale Sr.

Easley — Jaymes “Jay” Rae Brazeale Sr., 59, of Easley, and the husband of Candice Joy Beane Brazeale, passed Tuesday, April 12, 2016, surrounded by his family.

Jay was born in Greenville to Martha A. Bailey Brazeale and the late Ray E. Brazeale.

He was a mechanical designer and was an accomplished portrait artist, enjoyed music, soccer, NASCAR and the Atlanta Braves.

In addition to his wife of 25 years, Jay is survived by his sons, Curtis “Chad” White of Greenville and Jaymes “Rae” Brazeale Jr. of Easley; grandchildren, Haley White and Colin White of Greenville; brothers, Ricky Brazeale (Karola) of Wesley Chapel, Fla., and Darryl Brazeale (Krista) of Leesburg, Ga.; sisters, Faye Avera (Jerald) of Georgetown, Ga., Kaye Tyson (Sonny) of Norcross, N.C., and Renee Brazeale of Camilla, Ga.; special friends, Art Monk, Ben Billings and Jimmy Tomlinson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held May 21 at 1 p.m. at Cobb Funeral Home, 2441 Highway 37 West, Moultrie, Ga., with family receiving friends immediately after the service at the funeral home.

Family has requested donations be made directly to Blue Ridge Hospice, 105 Lovett Drive, Greenville, SC 29607.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home – Powdersville Road, which is assisting the family.

Anne “Pug” Christine Holbrook Wynne

Greenville — Anne “Pug” Christine Holbrook Wynne, 87, of Greenville, passed April 13, 2016, with her husband, Dr. Morgan D. Wynne Jr., MD, and her family by her side.

Born in August, Ga., to the late Grover Elijah Holbrook and Mamie Shiflet Holbrook, Pug was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Warner Robins, Ga., for more than 40 years before moving to South Carolina. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Easley since 2006. Pug was a member for 36 years in the Sweet Adelines International organization of women singers, was a member for more than 13 years of the Sophisticats Quartet, and enjoyed painting and attending Georgia Bulldogs football games with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Drukell Holbrook, and sister, Mary Pentecost.

Pug married the love of her life April 28, 1956, and they continued to be the foundation for each other for 59 years together. They were planning a celebration for their 60th anniversary later this month.

In addition to her husband, Pug is survived by her children, Kim Wynne of El Paso, Texas, Kevin Wynne (Tasha) of Easley, Kip Wynne (Kris) of Simpsonville and Karyn Criswell (Todd) of Greer; brother, Clark Holbrook of Easley; grandchildren, Kenzie Wynne, Dru Wynne, Katy Wynn and Jacob Criswell; quartet members, her Sophisticats sisters; nieces and nephews, and countless friends.

Funeral services were held April 16 at First United Methodist Church, with Rev. Rodney Powell officiating and burial following in Robinson Memorial Gardens in Easley. The family wishes to express a special thanks to the Woodlands Arboretum Staff and to the Interim Hospice Staff.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to First United Methodist Church or to the Alzheimer’s Foundation, 110 Mesa Park Suite 250 El Paso, TX 79912, in Pug’s memory.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home – Powdersville Road, which is assisting the family.

John C. Richardson

Clemson — John Coakley Richardson of Clemson, husband of Mary Martha Blackmon Richardson, died on April 14, 2016.

He was born in Big Spring, Ky., to John Thomas and Ann Mary Coakley Richardson.

John graduated from Titusville High School in Florida and Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Ky. He earned his doctorate in special education from the University of Kentucky, writing his dissertation on the effects of desegregation in schools. John was awarded the Order of the Palmetto, the highest civilian honor awarded by the state of South Carolina, for his work in rural schools and work with children with special needs. While at Clemson University, John was a member of Clemson United Methodist Church and a volunteer with Meals on Wheels.

He served two years active duty in the U.S. Army and another 18 years in the U.S. Army Reserves.

John taught industrial arts at Eau Gallie Junior High School in Florida and taught and coached football and women’s basketball at Lamar High School. He was principal of Lamar Elementary and worked at the Pee Dee Education Center in Florence. He taught at Coker College and finished his 36-year teaching career as a professor of special education at Clemson University.

He was a certified school psychologist and provided educational testing across the state of South Carolina, at the Meyer Center for Special Children and at the Greenville Health System Neo-natal Intensive Care and Follow-up Unit.

Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Mary Martha Blackmon Richardson; two daughters, Martha Kaye Rick (Ron) of Charlotte, N.C., and Sarah Ann Turpin (Tom) of Clemson; one son, Robert (Bob) Richardson (Beth) of Harrisonburg, Va.; sister, Rosemary Johnson of Huntington Beach, Calif.; brother, Bob Richardson of Vero Beach, Fla.; grandchildren, Andrew Skelton, Olivia Rick, John Thomas and Will Turpin, Sykes and Abby Richardson; and eight nieces/nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 24, at Clemson United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends after the service in the fellowship hall.

Memorials may be made to Clemson United Methodist Church, PO Box 590, Clemson, SC 29631 or to the John C. Richardson Scholarship Fund at Clemson University, PO Box 1889, Clemson SC 29633-9972.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home, Central.

Israel Duncan Newton
SIX MILE — Israel Duncan Newton, 31, of Six Mile, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 3, 2016.
Services were held April 7 at Faith Baptist Church in Norris, with interment following in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Easley.
Don Collins

Easley — Donald O. “Don” Collins, 83, of 1808 Brushy Creek Road, died Tuesday, April 5, 2016, at his home.
Born in Walhalla, he was the widower of Pauline “Polly” Posey Collins and a son of the late Calvin and Reatha Wood Collins. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked as a lineman with Blue Ridge Electric and Pike Electric and was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving are his caregivers, William and Jane Posey of Easley; and one sister.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was predeceased by two sisters and three brothers.
Funeral services to honor the life of Mr. Collins were held April 7 in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel, with burial following at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Easley.
The family would like to express how thankful they are to the staff of Home Instead of Anderson as well as Blue Ridge Hospice for all of the love and care they gave to Mr. Collins.
Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements. www.libertymortuary.com

Rebecca Lynn R. Demori
Central — Rebecca Lynn Reed Demori, 64, wife of Andy Demori, died Monday, April 4, 2016, at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital in Greenville.
Born in Charleston on Sept. 13, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Ross and Mary Frances Schneider Reed. She earned a B.A. in Political Science and Master of Education from Clemson University. She was a retired director of special education for the School District of Oconee County. In her free time, she volunteered as a Guardian ad Litem and as a tutor for middle and high school students. She loved her family and enjoyed reading, traveling and spending time at the beach.
In addition to her loving husband, she is survived by her daughter, Marianna (Alan) Magee of Atlanta; and her sisters, Wanda Brooks of Goose Creek and Janet Davis of Hanahan.
Memorial services were April 9 at the Messiah Lutheran Church in Hanahan. A graveside committal service followed in Carolina Memorial Gardens in North Charleston.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Myelodysplatic Syndromes Foundation, Inc., 4573 South Broad St., Suite 150, Yardville, NJ 08620 or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 3 International Drive, Suite 200, Rye Brook, NY 10573.
Condolences may be expressed online at wwww.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home, Central, which is assisting the family.
Alvin Burns

Liberty — Alvin William Burns, 77, of 104 Yates Road, died Friday at Cannon Memorial Hospital in Pickens.
Born in Greenville, he was the husband of Selena Childress Burns of the home and a son of the late Styles Dendy Burns Sr. and Phoebe Owens Burns. He served his country in the U.S. Army and later retired from Borton Builders, where he worked as a carpenter and cabinet maker. He was a member of Calumet Baptist Church.
Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons, Greg Burns (Meahgan) and Todd Burns, both of Liberty; three sisters, Sarah Simmons of Greenville, Brenda Holliday of Easley and Ann Becknell of Liberty; and one brother, Wayne Burns of Slabtown.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a daughter, Karen Denise Burns, and six brothers.
Funeral services to honor the life of Mr. Burns were held April 10 in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel, with burial following at Hillcrest Memorial Park.
The family will be at the home. Floral arrangements are appreciated but memorials may also be made to Calumet Baptist Church: 400 S. Peachtree Street Liberty, SC 29657. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements. www.libertymortuary.com

Lucia McNeely Belcher
EASLEY — Lucia McNeely Belcher, 86, of Easley, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 6, 2016.
She is survived by her loving husband, Carlos J. Belcher Sr.; her children, Sue Belcher Thomas (Robert), Carlos Belcher Jr. (Nancy), Donald C. Belcher (Hye-Cha), Wanda Belcher Caldwell (Jim), Thomas E. Belcher (Marie), Beth Belcher McClure (Tony), J. Hal Belcher (Donna) and Sheila Belcher Daniels; 20 grandchildren; and 42 great-grandchildren.
She was a member of Three and Twenty Baptist Church.
Services were held April 8 at Three and Twenty Baptist Church, with interment following in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Raymond A. Crowe

Pickens — Raymond Anderson Crowe, 68, husband of Patricia Poppell Crowe, passed from this life on Friday, April 8, 2016.
Mr. Crowe was born in Spartanburg County, a son of the late Leon W. and Virginia Foster Crowe. He was retired from the U. S. Army, where he served in Vietnam and received the Purple Heart for injuries he received. Mr. Crowe was a member of Red Hill Baptist Church, where he was a member of the Rainbow Sunday School Class. He also formerly served as a sound system technician at the church.
Survivors include his wife, Patricia, of the home, his son Michael A. (Cheryl) Crowe of Central, and his daughter, Melissa Friddle (Brian) of Mauldin. Also surviving are grandchildren, Joshua Crowe, Leanna Crowe and Anthony Crowe and a brother, Ray Crowe of Pickens.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Crowe was preceded in death by a son, Andy Crowe, and a sister, Louise Crowe.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 13, at Red Hill Baptist Church, with the Rev. Jeremy Merck and the Rev. James Dyar officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens.
Memorials may be made to Red Hill Baptist Church, 558 Red Hill Road, Pickens, SC 29671. A message of condolence may be expressed by visiting www.DillardFunerals.com. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family.

James “Jim” Olin Hawfield Jr.
Pickens — James “Jim” Olin Hawfield, 59, son of the late James Olin Hawfield Sr., went to be with the Lord Wednesday, March 30, 2016.
Mr. Hawfield was born in Charlotte, N.C.
Mr. Hawfield was an employee of Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens. Mr. Hawfield was the previous owner of Pleasant Valley Small Engine and also employed at Lancaster County Parks and Recreation. He loved prospecting, golfing and going to the flea market.
Survivors include his mother Nancy Jackson Hawfield of Central and his sister, Sally Ingerick (Mark) of Pickens.
Graveside services were held at Harrison United Methodist Church in Pineville, N.C., on April 9.
Memorials may be made to the Harrison United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com. Dillard Funeral home is assisting the family.
Wilton Daniel “Tom” Anthony

Pickens — Wilton Daniel “Tom” Anthony, 95, husband of the late Elizabeth Riggins Anthony went to be with the Lord Wednesday, March 30, 2016.
Mr. Anthony was born in Dacusville, the son of the late Mary Alice Trotter Anthony and Jacob Bennett Anthony. He was a dedicated member of Griffin Baptist Church. A U.S. Navy veteran who served in World War II and present on D-Day.
Survivors include two daughters, Jean Knight (Phil) of Easley, Judy Medlin (Darryl) of Easley; two sons, John Daniel Anthony of Pickens, Carroll Anthony (Glenda) of Easley; three sisters, Barbara Brown of Greenville, Betty Crawford (Charles) of Greenville, Shirley Spencer of Greenville; seven grandchildren, Tim Anthony, Mike Anthony, Abram Anthony, Holly Sanders, Alice Anthony, Jody Medlin and Jay Medlin; two great-grandchildren, Jadyn Medlin and Willa Bell; five step-grandchildren, 11 step-great-grandchildren and four stepgreat-great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by one step-great-grandchild.
Graveside services were held April 3 at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens.
Memorials may be made to Griffin Baptist Church, 1629 Pumpkintown Highway, Pickens, SC 29671.
Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Anthony family.

Mona Louise Johnston Moore
EASLEY — Mrs. Mona Louise Johnston Moore, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, went to be with the Lord on April 2, 2016, after a brief battle with leukemia.
Mrs. Moore is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, 1st Sgt Lee Roy Moore (U.S. Army Ret.); her daughters, Terry Marie Moore Spearman (David) and Jacqueline “Jackie” Kay Moore; three grandchildren, Heather Marie Moore Knapik (Austin), raised in the home, Jennifer Michelle Spearman Lee (Chad) and Christopher Michael Spearman; and three great-grandchildren, Emalee Marie Moore, Chadwick “Cal” Allen Lee Jr. and Cannon Michael Lee.
She is also survived by two brothers and three sisters, Robert “Bobby” Johnston (Nellie), David Johnston (Sylvia), Mildred “Millie” McConnell, Joyce Brown and Doris Thompson.
She was predeceased by her parents, Barnett Vanaua Johnston Sr., and Fannie Mae Miley Johnston; and four brothers: Vanaua Johnston, James “Bud” Johnston, Ronald “Ronnie” Johnston and Harold Johnston.
Among her special friends are James and Lois Brazell of Altus, Okla., and Shirlee Bagwell of Easley.
Mrs. Moore never worked outside of the home, but worked harder there than anyone we know. She selflessly cared for her husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews with a joyful heart and sweet smile. Despite being apart due to military duties for many years of their early marriage, Mona helped Lee to create a lasting legacy for their descendents to follow. Their love, respect, and trust for one another have shown us what a solid marriage should be. From a young age, friends and family would turn to Mona for advice for everything from marriage issues to child-rearing and household management. While stationed abroad, neighbors and friends would turn to Mona’s listening ear and gentle words. Her family greatly benefitted by her experience and wisdom cultivated over a lifetime of nurturing others.
Mrs. Moore, due to health, was a non-active member of Bethany Baptist Church in Travelers Rest.
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of the Batson Cancer Care Center of St. Francis Hospital Downtown for their incredible care and dedication to her during her time there.
Graveside services were held April 6 at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Condolences may be expressed at www.dillardfunerals.com or at the funeral home.

Winfred Hayes
Pickens — Winfred Woodrow Hayes, 57, of 581 Concord Church Road died Sunday at McCall Hospice House in Simpsonville.
Born in Pickens, he was a son of the late Furman R. and Jessie Mae Hendricks Hayes. He previously worked at Woodside Mills in Cateechee and was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving are two sons, Travis Hayes of Marietta and Jason Hayes of Easley; seven grandchildren; four sisters, Linda Galloway of Pickens, Barbara Reece of Cleveland, Sue Dover of Pickens and Mildred McCollum (Bill) of Pickens; and two brothers, J.W. Hayes and Franklin R. Hayes (Debra), both of Pickens.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by two brothers, Freddy and J.C. Hayes.
Funeral services for Mr. Hayes were held April 13 in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel, with burial following at Hillcrest Memorial Park.
Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements. www.libertymortuary.com
Jesse Eugene Rhodes, Sr.
Easley — Mr. Jesse Eugene Rhodes, Sr., 90, husband of the late Matilda Alexander Rhodes, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2016 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.
Born in Laurens County, a son of the late Rev. George Rhodes and the late Liddie Hurley Rhodes, Mr. Rhodes retired from Mayfair Mills-Glenwood Division with 40 years of service, and was a member of Glenwood Baptist Church.
Surviving are a son, Jesse Eugene Rhodes, Jr. (Mary) of Maysville, Ga.; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Rhodes was predeceased by a daughter, Gloria Jean Rhodes; four brothers, two sisters and a grandson.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown with Rev. Kenneth Lawson officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Family members are at their respective homes.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.

Yvonne Eiland Woodruff
PICKENS — Yvonne Eiland Woodruff of Pickens died April 7, 2016, at Clemson Downs.
Born Sept. 17, 1924, in Drew, Miss., she was a daughter of Robert Roy Eiland and Daisy LaMastus Eiland. She graduated from Mississippi State College for Women in 1946 and moved to Washington, D.C., to work for the National Education Association.
She met Paden E. Woodruff Jr., a Naval Academy grad and 2nd Lieutenant in the Marine Corps, at a Sunday afternoon tea dance. In three weeks they were engaged, and five months later they were married. Col. Woodruff died in 2011, shortly before their 64-year wedding anniversary. Mrs. Woodruff was known to extol his virtues (and his looks). As she faced the end of her life, she said she did not fear death because she had a “perfectly good husband” waiting for her. The family is sure he met her with open arms.
Mrs. Woodruff’s funeral service is Sunday, April 17, at 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Pickens. Visitation is at 1:30 p.m. in the sanctuary, and burial follows at Hillcrest Memorial Park, Pickens.
Mrs. Woodruff is survived by her children: Carolyn W. Rogers of Rock Hill, Paden E. (Woody) Woodruff III (Joy) of Tallahassee, Fla.; Robert R. (Tex) Woodruff (Martha) of Atlanta; grandchildren: Zachary W. Rogers (Elizabeth) of Arden, N.C.; Paden E. Woodruff IV (Brittany) of Tallahassee; Hunter I. Rogers of Los Angeles; Emily J. Woodruff of New York; Jonathan L. Woodruff and his fiancée, Ashley, of Tallahassee; Isaiah D. Woodruff and Nathan L. Woodruff of Atlanta; great-grandchildren: Woods Rogers, Annabelle Woodruff and Annie Rogers; sisters: Juawiece E. Devine of Anderson and Nancy E. Utz of Murrells Inlet; brother, Robert L. Eiland of Drew, Miss.; brother-in-law, C. Dean Cullison of Beaufort; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, Antoinette E. Bradley, and her sister-in-law, Mildred W. (Mimi) Cullison.
As a military wife, Mrs. Woodruff traveled extensively as her husband’s career took them to North Carolina, Virginia, Texas and Taiwan. She volunteered with the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society; shepherded young officers’ wives; played the piano and organ for church activities, including Baptist services in Kaohsiung, Taiwan; met Chiang Kai-Shek and Madame Chiang; and served as a Cub Scout den mother and a Brownie and Girl Scout leader. She was the lodestar around whom her children circulated during their father’s many deployments — nurturer, disciplinarian, activities director, CFO, fashion consultant.
After Col. Woodruff retired from the Marine Corps in 1972, they returned to Pickens and First Baptist. Mrs. Woodruff sang in the choir and played piano for her Sunday School assembly. For several years she worked at the Pickens school district office, but when the grandchildren began to arrive, she left to give them her full attention. She occasionally remarked to her children and then her grandchildren, “what this family needs is another baby.” After Col. Woodruff began his second retirement, she volunteered at the Cannon Hospital gift shop, assisted at times by a grandchild or two, and they again traveled extensively.
Yvonne Woodruff was a woman of style and substance. A pianist, a bridge player, a seamstress, a knitter of many baby blankets, a wonderful cook. She could do headstands and make yeast rolls with equal aplomb. Quick-witted, wise, positive, practical, always ready to laugh, she doted on her family and loved her many friends. She was sustained throughout her life by faith in her Creator and by her devotion to Paden and their offspring.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Attn: Development, 875 N. Randolph St., Ste 225, Arlington, VA 22203; Cannon Hospital Auxiliary, 123 WG Acker Dr, Pickens, SC 29671; or to the TEL Sunday School Class at First Baptist Church, 406 E. Main St, Pickens, SC.
Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: “Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.” Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Proverbs 31:28-31

Edna Tinsley Bolt
Easley — Mrs. Edna Grace Tinsley Bolt, 84, wife of the late James Beiman Bolt Sr., passed away Monday, April 11, 2016, at her home.
Born in Pickens County, a daughter of the late Zach Robert and Lila Grace Nolan Tinsley, Mrs. Bolt retired from textiles and later retired from Wal-Mart. She was a member of Cedar Rock Baptist Church.
Surviving are a daughter, Kathy B. Campbell (Maurice) of Gaffney; a brother, Charles Tinsley (Oleen) of Greece; a sister, Betty Anthony of Easley; and a granddaughter, Rebecca Campbell of Gaffney. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Bolt was predeceased by a son, James Beiman Bolt Jr.; a brother Wyatt Tinsley; and a sister, Ruth Tinsley.
Funeral services will be 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, with Rev. Wayne Garmon officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until 3:15 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, prior to the service.
Family members are at their respective homes.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.