Randy Hooper

Marietta — Mr. Randall Davis “Randy” Hooper, 58, passed away Friday, Aug. 21, 2015, at his home.

Born in Dillsboro, N.C., the son of the late Ferry and Gypsy Hensley Hooper, Mr. Hooper was employed with A&A Fire Protection Company and of the Baptist faith.

Surviving are his fiancée, Rita Mae Strobel of the home; a son, Brian Hooper (Misty) of Granite Falls, N.C.; a daughter, Cynthia Hooper (Russell) of Keene, N.H.; three sisters, Celia Miles of Asheville, N.C., Emma Jean Scott of Tryon, N.C., and Betty Hooper of Asheville, N.C.; and three grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hooper was predeceased by a sister, Linda Cagle.

Memorial services will be held 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.

Ralph Rowland

Pickens — Ralph Rowland, 79, of Pickens, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015, at St. Francis Hospital-Downtown.

Born in Pickens, he was the widower of Patsy Anne Cope Rowland and a son of the late Harry and Pauline Cannon Rowland.

He retired from Ryobi and attended Jones Hill Church of God. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. He also loved spending time with his family.

Surviving are two daughters, Kim Hager (Gordie) of Marietta and Kristy Dodgens of Pickens; two grandchildren, Scottie Hager (Melissa) of Walhalla and Lori Dodgens of Pickens; and two great-grandchildren, Nolan and Brinkley Hager: five sisters, Betty Floyd and Elsie Mae Rowland, both of Pickens, Irene Westall of Marion, N.C., Gail Patterson of Griffin, Ga., and Nancy Hughes of Cartersville, Ga.; and a brother, Melvin Rowland of Boiling Springs.

Graveside services to honor Mr. Rowland’s life were held Aug. 28.

Memorials may be made to Jones Hill Church of God, 1014 Dalton Road, Marietta, SC 29661. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Stacey Henderson

Easley — Stacey Henderson, 52, fiancée of John Karl Hall, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015, at McCall Hospice House.

Born in Pickens County, a daughter of Peggy Knight Gilstrap and the late Robert Earl Beasley, Stacey was a former ISS teacher at Wren Middle School, where she coached cheerleading, and was the former manager of the Hide-Out Sports Bar and Grill. She was a member of Redemption World Outreach.

Surviving, in addition to her fiancé and mother, are a son, Mitchell Brandon Henderson (Neely White) of Easley; two daughters, Brandy Chantel Bowen of Easley, and Sylvia Amanda Nicole Plyler (Zachary) of Pickens; two brothers, Robert B. Beasley (Renea Burkey) of Six Mile, and Andrew Beasley (Brooke Lewis) of Greenville; a sister, Loren Denise Roberson (John) of Easley and four grandchildren, Trey, Kaitlyn, Lyric and Landon.

Funeral services were held Aug. 29 in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, with burial following at Rose Hill Cemetery in Piedmont.

Memorials may be made to Redemption World Outreach, P.O. Box 5067, Greenville, SC 29606.

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

Kevin Newt Surls

Liberty ­— Kevin Newt Surls, 45, husband of Amanda Robertson Surls, died Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2015.

Born in Anderson, he was the son of Sylvia Phillips Perry of Seneca and the late Jimmy Newt Surls.

He was an employee with the US10 Michelin Plant and was of the Baptist faith.

Surviving in addition to his wife and mother are a son, Dalton Surls of Anderson; step-father, Joe Perry of Seneca; stepson, Chase Gravely of Easley; stepdaughters, Hannah and Carsyn Gravely, both of Easley; and brother, Kyle Surls of Seneca.

A memorial service will be held at a date and time to be announced by the funeral home.

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

Micheal Pruitt

Six Mile — Micheal Kevin Pruitt, 20, of 326 Stewart Road, died Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2015.

He was born in Easley and attended Camp Creek Baptist Church.

He enjoyed working on cars, fishing and hunting, but above all, he loved his family.

Surviving are his mother, Crystal Smith Moore of Six Mile; his father, Kevin Pruitt of Central; a sister, Jennifer Smith-Rowland of Walhalla; a brother, Aaron Pruitt of Six Mile; two stepsisters, Krissy Wolf and Somer Moore, both of Six Mile; grandparents, Roger Smith of Six Mile, Sharon Pruitt of Central, and Lloyd and Patty Pruitt of Pendleton; his stepfather, Michael Moore; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Linda Joann Smith.

A funeral service honoring Michael’s life was held Sept. 1 at Camp Creek Baptist Church, with burial following at Welcome Baptist Church Cemetery.

Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Jerry “Bud” Crawford

Liberty — Mr. Jerry Harrell “Bud” Crawford, 74, husband of Geneva Pauline “Polly” Parker Crawford, of the Willows and formerly of Liberty, stepped into Heaven Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, at Rainey Hospice House in Anderson.

Born in Haywood County, N.C., a son of the late Claude Rhinehart and Maye Burr Harrell Crawford, Mr. Crawford retired from BASF and was a member of Easley First Baptist Church. Bud served as minister of music for 38 years at four different Southern Baptist churches in Pickens County.

Surviving, in addition to his wife of 57 years, are four daughters, Vicky Crawford of Montgomery, Ala., Joan C. Ferguson and her husband, Rev. Dr. Doug Ferguson, of Conyers, Ga., Melodie Crawford of Lincoln, Ala., and Jeri C. Whitmire of Liberty; a sister, Claudia C. Ferguson of Lake Junaluska, N.C.; four grandchildren, Bridget Ferguson Stratton (Charlie), Bethany Ferguson Stratton (James), Justin Duncan and Jordan Duncan; and 12 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Mr. Crawford was predeceased by a brother, Richard Crawford.

A celebration of Bud’s life will be held Saturday, Sept. 5, at 3 p.m. at Easley First Baptist Church, with Rev. Dr. John Adams and Rev. Dr. Doug Ferguson officiating. Prior to the service, the family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 2:45 p.m. in the church narthex.

Family members are at the family home in Liberty.

Flowers will be accepted, and memorials may be made to the Rainey Hospice House in Anderson, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, SC 29621.

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

Gladys B. Garrett

Dacusville — Gladys Banks Garrett, 90, wife of the late Cole Lamar Garrett, passed away Friday, Aug. 28, 2015.

Born in Lula, Ga., she was the daughter of the late Jay and Jessie Mae Nalley Banks.

Mrs. Garrett was retired from J.P. Stevens’ Slater Plant and was a charter member of Dacusville Church of God of Prophecy. She loved her family, church, cooking, baking and most of all, her Lord.

Surviving are her children, Vickie Clark (Jimmy) of Pickens, Bobby Garrett (Anna) of Pickens and Gene Garrett (Julie) of Easley; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Ruby Bell of Easley; and two brothers, Lloyd Banks of New Mexico and Curtis Banks of Anderson.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by a son, Joey Garrett.

A service to celebrate Mrs. Garrett’s life was held on Aug. 31 in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, with burial following in Mountain View Memorial Park in Travelers Rest.

Flowers are accepted, or memorials may be made to Grace Christian Fellowship, 377 Deer Creek Rd. Easley, SC 29640.

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

William “Bill” Pinckney Thompson

Greenwood — William “Bill” Pinckney Thompson, 82, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, at Emory University Medical Center.

Bill was born in Greenville on July 14, 1933, to the late Haskell B. Thompson Sr. and Eliza Floyd Thompson.

He graduated from Greenville High School in the class of 1951. Bill earned a BA from Furman University in 1958. He also attended the S.C. Bankers Graduate School at the University of South Carolina. Before he attended college, Bill served in the United States Navy. After his service, he continued to serve in the Navy reserves. For 33 years, he worked as the VP/branch manager at SCN/Wachovia in Greenwood. Bill was an active member in the Greenwood community and in his local government. He served as a Chamber of Commerce member, as well as being an American Legion Post 20 member. He held a number of titles, including being president of the Greenwood Sertoma Club. In 2000, Bill was elected as the Commissioner of Public Works for Greenwood. For many years, he was a dedicated member of Main Street Methodist Church.

Bill is survived by two sisters, Achsa Rollins of Greenville and G’Nell Gilstrap of Pickens, and numerous nieces and nephews that he adored and who also adored him. He devoted his life to his family and friends. Bill always made time for them, providing love and support.

He is predeceased by his siblings; Maxie Thompson, Dr. Louise Anders, Haskell B. Thompson Jr., Elizabeth White, Floyd Thompson and Betty Jean Groce.

Visitation will be Thursday, Sept. 3, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Woodlawn Mausoleum Chapel, with service to follow at 4 p.m. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park.

Donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

The family will be at their respective homes.

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Thompson family.

Ralph M. Holden

Clemson — Ralph Morgan Holden, 94, of Clemson, husband of Aileen Holladay Holden.

Born in the Kings Grove community of Pickens County, he was a son of the late Ernest Clayton and Una Mae George Holden. He attended Clemson College and retired from the Clemson Post Office after more than 34 years of service. He was a member of Clemson Lions Club and First Baptist Church of Clemson. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII.

Surviving in addition to his wife are daughters, Patsy H. Busch of Clemson, Sandra (Eddie) Reed of Greer, Elizabeth (David) Dunagin of Spartanburg and Cathy (Roger) Pendleton of Iva; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Clayton, George and Lee Holden, and sisters, Nelle Evans and Jessie Knox.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 2, in the chapel of Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home in Central. Burial will follow in the Old Stone Church cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 1:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m. Wednesday prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family would like to personally thank special caregivers Carolyn Crowe and Ollie Allgood and Hospice Care of South Carolina.

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

Theron E. Hester Jr. “Herb”

COLUMBIA — Theron E. Hester Jr. (Herb), 84, passed away peacefully on Aug. 27, 2015, at Agape Senior Hospice in Columbia.

Born in Pickens, he was the son of the late Mary Viola Hendricks and Theron Earle Hester of Pickens.

He attended Clemson College and graduated from the University of South Carolina, where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon.

He was retired from the S.C. State Employment Security Commission, where he had worked for 30 years. He began his career as a junior interviewer and eventually advanced to being the District 5 representative and member of the Award of Merit selection team and served two years on the International Legislative Committee and a year each on the International Credentials Committee and Membership Committee. Twice he was president of the S.C. chapter, from 1970-71 and 1979-80. He was also a member of Wade Hampton Camp 273, Sons of Confederate Veterans.

He was preceded in death by his wives, Nancy E. Snipes Hester, and Ann Shepard Hester; and sons, Terry Hester of Columbia and Bill Hester of Lake Murray.

He is survived by his grandson, Drake Hester of Newberry; his nephews, David E. Peek II (Ras) of Midlothian, Va., and Freddy E. Bazemore Jr. of Beaufort; his niece, Ann Finke of Cramerton, N.C. and his beloved dog, “Dixie.”

The family wishes to thank his many friends who shared a friendship with him over the years and have given their support to him and the family during this difficult time.

There will be a graveside service for family and friends at Sunrise Cemetery, 603 East Cedar Rock Street, Pickens, SC, 29671 on Thursday, Sept. 3, at 1 p.m.

Arrangements are being handled by Dillard Funeral Home.

RAY M. HANNAH

WESTMINSTER, Calif. — Ray Hannah, 68, resident of Westminster, Calif., and formerly of Pickens, passed Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2015.

[cointent_lockedcontent]Ray is survived by his three daughters, Maggie Torres (Javier), Tisha Clark (Doyle) and Veronica Sosa (Salvador), and his nine grandchildren, Milton, Vanessa, Austin, Samantha, Isabella, Kalice, Makayla, Jacob and Landon, as well as his siblings, Harry Hannah (Rachel) of Whiteville, N.C., Mildred Brewer of Pickens, Dottie Aultman (Bob) of Pickens, Martha McGuffin of Westminster and his sister-in-law, Carol Hannah of Pickens.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie (Bill) Hannah and Blanche Hannah, and his brother, Joe Frank Hannah.

He loved going to team parties and barbecues and his grandchildren’s soccer games. Most of all he loved cheering for them. Ray was a wonderful grandfather, father and friend. He was loved and will be greatly missed.

A celebration of life for Ray was held Aug. 20 at His Place Church. Burial at Riverside National Cemetery will be scheduled later.

Romans 14:8 “For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord, so then whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord’s.”

LINDA J. HUNTER

EASLEY — Mrs. Linda Jones Hunter slipped peacefully into the arms of the Angels about midday on Monday with her loving husband, Mr. James Benny Hunter, at her side, in their home in the Dacusville community.

She is the daughter of Mrs. Olive Watson Jones Putnam of Easley, the late Edwin C. Jones, and stepfather Forrest O. Putnam. In addition to her husband, mother and stepfather, she is survived by her son, Benjamin Lee (Adriane) Hunter, grandsons, Baylon C. Hunter, Brennan E. Hunter and Vincent E. Gonick, and sister-in-law, Mrs. Jenny Hunter Fortescue of Liberty.

Mrs. Hunter was born March 28, 1945, and graduated from Easley High School and Draughn’s Business College. She retired from the Pickens County school system with 25 years of service. She was a lifelong member of Crossroads Baptist Church.

Those who visited her home were blessed by the beauty of everything she touched, the luscious flowers and plants in her garden, the panoply of greenery on her sun porch, the decor of her home and the lovely adornment of her clothes.

Because she received the highest level of medical care, very few knew that she battled Parkinson’s for a quarter century. Her family is deeply grateful for the consistently excellent treatment afforded by her physicians, doctors Kent Kistler and Calvin Snipes. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests remembrances be directed to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, 1501 Ninth Avenue, Miami, FL, 33136.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff members of Brookdale-Easley and Homestead Hospice for the love and care they provided to Mrs. Hunter.

Funeral services were held Aug. 20 in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, with Dr. Jim Finley and Rev. Phil Henry officiating. Graveside services followed at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Pickens.

Pallbearers were Dan Coke, Les Putnam, Taylor McLees, Jackie Watson, Leland Watson and Brian Welsh.

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

GEORGIA C. HUFF

EASLEY — Georgia Campbell Huff, 92, widow of Clyde John Huff, passed from this life on Monday, Aug. 17, 2015, at the Richard M. Campbell Veteran’s Home in Anderson.

Mrs. Huff was born in Greenville, a daughter of the late Madison Walker and Sarah Ward Campbell. She was a homemaker and a member of Easley First United Methodist Church. She was a Corporal in the U.S. Army Medical Corps during World War II where she took care of soldiers returning from the battlefield.

Survivors include daughters, Vickie Robertson (Ronald) of Liberty and Jayne Wright (John) of Easley; grandchildren, Jonathan Robertson, Brian Robertson, Sarah Jane Soroka, Elizabeth Delaurier and John Andrew Wright; and great-grandchildren, Virginia Jayne Soroka and Cooper Andrew Wright. Mrs. Huff is also survived by a sister, Ruby Bowen.

In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Huff was preceded in death by a grandson, John Allen Miles Wright.

Funeral services were held Aug. 20 in the funeral home chapel, with burial following at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Richard M. Campbell Veteran’s Home, 4605 Belton Highway, Anderson, S.C. 29621 or to PH Hospice, 102 Commons Boulevard, Piedmont, SC 29673.

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

JAMES DODSON

PICKENS — James Arthur Dodson, 88, of 240 Pilgrim Circle, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015, at his residence.

Born in Pickens, he was a son of the late Roy Conrad and Dessie Pilgrim Dodson.

He retired from Woodside Mills’ Cateechee plant and was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church.

Surviving are his wife, Iona Cantrell Dodson, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services to honor the life of Mr. Dodson were held Aug. 21 in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel, with burial following at Hillcrest Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers memorials are requested to Oconee Hospice of the Foothills, 390 Keowee School Road, Seneca SC 29672, or Mountain View Baptist Church, 336 Mountain View Church Road, Six Mile SC 29682.

Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

TERRY WAYNE VAUGHN

PICKENS — Terry Wayne Vaughn, 58, husband of Tammy Jean Bagwell Vaughn, went to be with the Lord Friday, Aug. 7, 2015, in Charleston.

Mr. Vaughn was born in Greenville, a son of Elizabeth Ann Nations Vaughn of Easley and the late Joseph Furman Vaughn.

Mr. Vaughn was a member of Morning Star Independent Baptist Church. He enjoyed flying remote-control airplanes and helicopters. His hobbies included camping, fishing and hunting. Mr. Vaughn had a love for his wife that was neverending. He also loved his dog, Ellie Mae.

Survivors include his wife of 27 years; one daughter, Jennifer Vaughn of Anderson; one brother, Joseph Furman Vaughn, Jr. and wife Phyllis of Easley; and five grandchildren.

Mr. Vaughn was predeceased by his father.

Services were held Aug. 9 at Dillard Funeral Home Chapel, with burial following at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens.

Memorials may be made to Morning Star Independent Baptist Church, 111 North Cedar Rock Road, Easley, SC 29640.

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Vaughn family.

LOUVENIA GERALDINE LESLEY

EASLEY — Louvenia “Geraldine” Lesley, 86, of 204 Pope Field Road, Easley, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Aug. 17.

Born in Easley, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Robinson Brown Sr. She graduated from Easley High School in the class of 1946, worked as a bookkeeper and a homemaker, marrying H.G. “Junior” Lesley Jr. on Dec. 2, 1950. They were married for 63 years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; two siblings, Amelia McCall, wife of the late Amos McCall, and Wayne Brown; sister-in-law, Hazel Southerland, wife of the late Lowell Southerland; and in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. H.G. Lesley Sr.

She is survived by two sisters-in-law, Grace Houston, wife of the late Rev. Cecil Houston, and Judith Brown, wife of the late Wayne Brown; three siblings, John R. Brown Jr., husband of the late Ruby Brown, Marcella Southerland (Lawrence) and Virginia Greer (Dorsey); two children, son, P.F. Lesley, and daughter, Sondra L. Medlin; three granddaughters, Shandi Crosby (Robert), Jenna Popham (Toulose) and Jacqueline Lesley; five great-grandchildren, Brody Crosby, Briggs Crosby, Eliza Popham, Odette Popham and Iselle Popham; one aunt, Geneva Crocker; many close friends, nieces, nephews, cousins and her church family at the Easley First Wesleyan Church, which she was a member of since birth.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, Aug. 27, at the Easley First Wesleyan Church, beginning with a viewing at 2:30 p.m.

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family.

TIMOTHY REID FOLLIN

LIBERTY — Timothy Reid Follin, 69, died on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015, at Greenville Memorial Hospital after an extended illness.

Born in Sumter, he was the son of the late Herbert Girard Follin and Nevada Montgomery Follin.

Survivors include two brothers, Rod Follin of Archdale, N.C., and Glenn Follin of Sumter; one sister, Claudia Follin of Liberty; one daughter, Ashley Steppe Nicholas (Adam) of Choctaw, Okla.; two sons, Timothy Russell of New Jersey and Billy Russell of Georgia; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and special friends Poag Reid (Linda) of Pendleton and Gary Kelly of Easley.

Tim was a master diesel instructor and an avid horseman who always had a good story to share. He was always willing to help a friend or stranger and cherished by many. Tim was a devoted father to his daughter, never yielding in his willingness to listen and lift her up. He was a supportive brother to his sister and brothers. He loved them selflessly and unconditionally. Tim will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Donations may be made in Tim’s memory to The National Kidney Foundation, 8920 Stone Green Way Suite 100, Louisville, KY 40220 or Shriners Hospital for Children, 950 W Faris Rd, Greenville, SC 29605.

LAURA PICKENS HEATON

EASLEY — Mrs. Laura Josephine Pickens Heaton, 89, wife of the late Joe Benson Heaton, Jr., passed away Friday, Aug. 21, 2015, at Rainey Hospice House in Anderson.

Born in Pickens County, the daughter of the late Julius Andrew and Elizabeth MacNabb Pickens, Mrs. Heaton was a graduate of Easley High School, Draughn’s Business College, Southern Airways School of Aviation and attended the University of South Carolina, where she studied personnel management. She was supervisor of procurement section at Donaldson Air Force Base in Greenville, secretary and bookkeeper for Blakely Plumbing Supply Company and retired from the Pickens County YMCA in 1987 as secretary and bookkeeper. Mrs. Heaton was a member of Brushy Creek Baptist Church, where she was past president of the Joy Sunday School Class, and past secretary/treasurer of the Willing Workers Sunday School Class for a number of years.

Surviving are two sons, Joe Andrew Heaton and his wife Margo of Clovis, Calif., and Julius Pickens Heaton of Easley; a daughter, Jo Heaton Smith of Easley; three grandchildren, Hayden Smith, Dr. Laura Heaton and Julia Heaton; and two great-grandchildren, Jade and Rain Smith. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Heaton was predeceased by a brother, Edwin J. Pickens.

Graveside services were held Aug. 22 at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Easley.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the building fund of Brushy Creek Baptist Church, 100 Clay Street, Easley, SC 29642.

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

JR. REVIS

LIBERTY — Monroe “Jr.” Revis, 81, of 335 Garvin Road, died Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born in Liberty, he was a son of the late Monroe and Mary Louise Swords Revis.

He retired from Woodside Mill and was later an insurance adjuster. He also served his country during the Korean War as a member of the United States Army Rangers.

Surviving are his wife, Juanita Revis of the home; a step-daughter, Anita Owens of Pickens; a stepson, Bubba McCullough of Dacusville; a half-sister, Sue Burgess; four half-brothers, Clyde, Ernest, Joe and Larry Bagwell; and three step-grandsons, Corey Maness, Patrick McCullough and Matthew Owens.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Ruby Mulligan Revis.

Funeral services to honor the life of Mr. Revis were held Aug. 25 in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel, with burial following at Memory Gardens in Clemson.

Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

ANN MARLENE MEDLOCK YOUNG

LIBERTY — Mrs. Ann Marlene Medlock Young, 74, of Liberty, loving wife of the late Donald W. Young, passed away Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015.

Ann was born in Liberty on June 20, 1941, to the late James and Madgeline Simpson Medlock. She graduated from Liberty High School and then attended Draughn’s Business College. She worked for Sulzer in Spartanburg as an accounting clerk before her retirement, and she loved to do genealogy research. Ann was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Spartanburg.

Ann is survived by a daughter, Michelle Young Galloway (Toby), of Easley; a sister, Nadine Owens of Liberty, and a grandson, Jared Venesky of Easley.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Linda Hayes.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Westview Cemetery in Liberty. The family will receive friends following the service at the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 1010 E North St, 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.

CATHERINE S. BRADY

EASLEY — Catherine Sims Brady, 92, formerly of Peppercorn Way, and wife of the late David F. Brady, passed away Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015.

Born in Spartanburg, she was the daughter of the late Sanford and Mattie Nix Sims.

Mrs. Brady was a homemaker and member of Jones Avenue Baptist Church. She loved her family, her church and being outside gardening and growing beautiful flowers.

Surviving are her children, David C. Brady of Simpsonville, Joyce Chapman (Jim) and Shirley Wells (Thomas) all of Easley; eight grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Ray Sims of Greer and Mack Sims of Simpsonville.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by three brothers, Earl, Haley and Claude Sims.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at 2:30 p.m. in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, with burial to follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park in Greenville. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. at the funeral home.

Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to Open Arms Hospice, 1836 W. Georgia Road, Simpsonville, SC 29680.

The family will be at the home of her daughter, Shirley Wells, 410 McCoy St., Easley, SC 29640. Condolences may be expressed online by visiting www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.[/cointent_lockedcontent]

GLENN MCHENRY

PICKENS — Glenn Russell McHenry Jr., 74, husband of Peggy Ellenburg McHenry, passed from this life on Saturday Aug. 1, 2015.

Glenn was born in Kansas City, Mo., a son of the late Glenn Russell and Fern Opal Justice McHenry. He was retired as a department manager from Ryobi Motor Products after 30 years of service.

Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Peggy McHenry of the home, a daughter, Karen Waldrop of Pickens, and a son, John Robert McHenry of Easley, two grandchildren, Caitlin Waldrop and Kimberly McHenry, and one great-grandchild, Darren Genobles. Also surviving are sisters, Glenna Patnode, Fern Sparks and Dona Marie Morse, and a brother, Ronnie McHenry.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

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

JIM GRIMES

EASLEY — James Bradley “Jim” Grimes, 62, of 1627 Powdersville Road, died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

Born in Tawas, Mich., he was a son of the late Paul Grimes and Ellen Bradley Grimes Brown.

He was employed by Caliber Collision. He was a Harley-Davidson Motorcycle enthusiast and was a member of the Greenville H.O.G. Chapter, where he was a road captain.

Surviving are two sons, Brad and Brian Grimes both of Easley; six sisters, Joyce Christiansen, JoAnn Hatch, Janet Vohwinkle, Jeanne Morris, Judi Mitchell, and Jyl Holland; four brothers, Rev. John Grimes, Jerry Grimes, Jeffrey “Joe” Grimes and Willard “Bill” Grimes.

A memorial service to honor the life of Mr. Grimes was held Aug. 15 in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Jim’s honor are requested to the local H.O.G. chapter in your area.

Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

MIKE STANSELL

EASLEY — Michael Jackson “Mike” Stansell, 55, of 199 Powdersville Main, died Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2015.

Born in Easley, he was a son of the late M.J. and Martha Stansell.

He was a graduate of Liberty High School and attended Clemson University. His hobbies included fishing, shrimping, boating, guitars, music and cooking.

Surviving are a daughter, Riley Stansell of Charleston; a sister Kay LeRoy (Sam) of Greenwood; a brother, Brett Stansell (Angela) of Easley; two aunts, Sara Nalley and Lorene Glymph; two uncles, Truett and Furman Stansell; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial services to honor Mike’s life will be held Wednesday, Aug. 19, at 4 p.m. in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

The family will be at their respective homes. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Home With A Heart, 220 James Mattison Road, Liberty SC 29657.

Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements

DAVID LEE POSEY

EASLEY — David L. Posey, 74, husband of Sandra Kay Patterson Posey, passed from this life, Thursday, Aug. 13, 2015, at his home.

Born in Anderson County, a son of the late John Wesley and Ethel Hiott Posey, Mr. Posey was a member of Missionary Baptist Church and was retired from F & R Asphalt Inc.

Survivors include his wife of 55 years of the home, three sons; Ronald David Posey of Easley, Rev. Danny Posey of Pickens, Stevie Ray Posey of Duncan, seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, three brothers and three sisters.

Mr. Posey was predeceased by his parents, three brothers and a sister.

Services were held Aug. 17 at Dillard Funeral Home, with entombment following at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens Mausoleum.

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family.

MARY MAGDELINE “MAGGIE” HAYES

EASLEY — Ms. Maggie, 91, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015.

She was born on Aug. 25, 1923, in Saluda, N.C., a daughter of the late Clyde and Dora Pace.

Ms. Maggie was a Christian who loved serving the Lord and was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church. She was very compassionate and was always helping others. The Lord and her family were the most important things to her in this life.

She was a very outgoing and loving person who blessed others. She spent many hours visiting shut-ins weekly and volunteered her time at local nursing homes and to the Alzheimer’s Association. She enjoyed many hobbies, including playing the piano, singing, clogging, cooking, photography, working with crafts and flowers and was an avid reader.

Ms. Maggie graduated from Travelers Rest High School. She worked in various fields over the years. In 1984, she returned to school and obtained her Certified Nursing Assistant certification from Donaldson Vocational Center. She most enjoyed her work in the nursing field and especially in home health, eventually retiring from that same field.

Ms. Maggie is survived by her three sons, Danny Hawkins (Nancy) of Easley, Kenneth Hayes (Annette) of Arkansas, Elijah Hayes (Janie) of Liberty, and five daughters, Myrtice Cox (Rusty) of Liberty, Brenda Brown (Curtis) of Greer, Sandra Stegbauer of Columbia, Amy Clark (John) of Taylors, and Nora Stamey (Clifton) of Easley. She is also survived by two sisters, Kathleen Green and Vernell Dixon. She was blessed with 14 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, Hubert Hawkins, and her second husband, Roy Hayes; three brothers, Grady Harold Pace, John Pace and Stanley Pace; one sister, Cydee Pace, and two special sons-in-law, Rufus Durham and David Stegbauer.

Funeral services were held Aug. 17 at Rock Springs Baptist Church in Easley, with Dr. David Gallamore, Rev. Doug Goss and Don Pilgrim officiating. Burial followed at Corinth Baptist Church in Easley.

Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

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

JACKIE L. STEWART

EASLEY — Jackie Lee Stewart, 68, of South 6th Street, passed away Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015, at his home.

Born in Pickens County, he was the son of the late Jack and Geneva Wardlaw Stewart. Mr. Stewart was formerly employed with Randy Wardlaw Painting Contractors and Carolina Painting.

Surviving are the love of his life, Martha Gray of the home; a daughter, Kay Gray and her fiancee’, “Big Joe” Yantz of Liberty; three sisters, Carolyn Stewart of Greenville, Becky Edens and Sandy Misner, both of Easley; and a brother, Sammy Stewart of Easley.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Deborah Roby; and three brothers, Stephen Stewart, Daniel Stewart and Billy Stewart.

Funeral services were held Aug. 17 in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, with burial following in Golden Grove Wesleyan Church Cemetery.

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

BRIAN S. KEITH

Iva — Brian Scott Keith, 48, passed from this life on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015.

Brian was born in Greenville County, a son of Curtis Samuel Keith of Iva and the late Shirley Cason Keith. He was a machinist by trade and he was employed with Home With A Heart in Easley, where he helped operate their thrift stores.

Survivors include his father, Curtis Keith of Iva, and brothers, Robert Keith and Nathan Keith, both of Greenville.

A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, in the chapel of Dillard Funeral Home in Pickens. The family will receive friends immediately following the service in the chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Home With A Heart, 220 James Mattison Rd, Liberty, SC 29657.

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family.

JOHN J. HALLUM JR.

KENTUCKY — John J. Hallum Jr., 76, husband of Mable D. Hallum, passed away Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015.

[cointent_lockedcontent]He was the son of the late John J. Hallum Sr., and Margaret Martin Hallum. He was also preceded in death by his step-mother, Edith H. Hallum.

Jake is survived by his wife Mable; two sons, Todd Hallum of Cincinnati and Bart (Lisa) Hallum; a stepson, Ryan Redmond of Odenton, Md.; a sister, Dona (Joel) Wyman and nephews, Jay (Barbara) and Chad (Jessica) Wyman, all of Huntington, N.Y.

He began his high school coaching career at Pickens High School in South Carolina from 1960-62 and played four years of college football at Newberry College. Following his collegiate career at Newberry, he earned a Master’s Degree at Murray State University. He coached high school football at Hopkinsville and Ashland Paul Blazer High School, a run that included two Kentucky state titles. He guided the Ashland Tomcats to a state title in 1967 and was named the Kentucky High School Coach of the Year by the Lexington Herald. He was head football coach at Morehead State University from 1968-71. He joined Jerry Claiborne at the University of Maryland from 1972-81, where the Terps won three consecutive ACC titles. In 1982, he then followed Claiborne to the University of Kentucky. For eight years, he coached the offensive line for the Wildcats. He then finished out his college coaching career at Arizona State University. After completing a 24-year coaching career, he served as a senior scout for three NFL teams: the Philadelphia Eagles, New England Patriots and the Cleveland Browns.

A gathering of friends and players was held on Aug. 11 at the K-House, 1398 Sportscenter Drive, Lexington, Ky.

Visitation will be held Monday, Aug. 17, from 3-6 p.m. at Dillard Funeral Home, 2402 Gentry Memorial Highway, Pickens, SC 29671.
A private burial will be on Tuesday, Aug. 18, in Norris.

Donations can be made to Team Focus, PO Box 91626, Mobile, AL 36691.

ROBERT EDREW “ROBBY” PORTER

SIX MILE — Robert Edrew “Robby” Porter, 23, husband of Kalyn Ann Meaders Porter, went to be with Lord Sunday, Aug. 2, 2015, at Anmed Hospital in Anderson.

Robert was born in Easley, a son of Edrew and Theresa Porter of Six Mile.

Robby loved music and playing his guitar. He also loved football and teaching his son how to dribble a soccer ball.

Survivors include his wife; one son, Robert Clark Porter, of the home; two sisters, Megan Porter and Andrea Porter of Six Mile; his mother and father in-law, Susan and Jeff Meaders of Six Mile; grandmothers, Margaret Black of Six Mile, Evelyn Porter of Central and great-grandmother Mildred Porter of Central.

A celebration service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015, at Dillard Funeral Home Chapel.

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Porter family.

LARRY GRAY

EASLEY — Mr. Larry Gray, 71, husband of Betty Farmer Gray, passed away Monday, Aug. 3, 2015, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born in Greenville County, a son of the late John Wesley and Lucille Patterson Gray, Mr. Gray retired from the South Carolina DOT and was of the Baptist faith.

Surviving, in addition to his wife of 53 years, are three sons, Larry M. Gray (Robin) of Easley, Scottie L. Gray (Jan) and C. Jamie Gray (Denise), all of Pickens; a brother, Bobby Gray (Diane) of Easley; a sister, Ann Gravely (Steve) of Easley; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Aug. 6, in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown with burial following in Robinson Memorial Gardens, 1425 Powdersville Road, Easley, SC 29642.

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

REBECCA JEAN SEARCY

PICKENS — Rebecca Jean Searcy, 29, passed away on Monday, Aug. 3, 2015.

She was the daughter of Charles and Betty Nicholson Searcy. She was preceded in death her grandparents, Marie and Bud Searcy and Willie Mae and Harry Nicholson, and one uncle, Jerry Searcy.

Rebecca attended Pickens High School. She enjoyed sports and fishing. She loved animals. She was a caring and devoted mother.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by two sons, Steven and C. J. Dunn, and one brother, Jamie Searcy of Pickens.

Funeral services were held Aug. 6 at Moody-Connolly Funeral Home. Interment followed in Gillespie Evergreen Cemetery.

Online condolences may be left at www.moodyconnollyfuneralhome.com.

Moody-Connolly Funeral Home and Crematory are caring for the family.

SUSAN NEELY ACKER

PICKENS — Susan Neely Acker, 64, died on Aug. 4, 2015, surrounded by her family.

Susan is survived by her husband, George Acker of Pickens, her three children, Trent Acker (Erica) of Greenville; Katherine Brooks (Tripp) of Greenville, and Davis Acker (Allison), of Richmond, Va.; and her two grandchildren, Neely Brooks and Brady Acker. Susan is also survived by her father, Henry Neely of Charlotte, N.C., and her brother, Todd Neely (Kathe), of Raleigh, N.C.

Susan was born on Aug. 11, 1950, in Charlotte, N.C., to Henry and Joyce Neely, along with two younger brothers, Henry Jr. (Hank) and Todd. Susan attended Peace College in Raleigh, N.C. While at school, Susan met her future husband, George, and earned her Bachelor’s degree at the University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill). Susan also earned her Master’s degree at the University of North Carolina (Charlotte). Shortly after, the family relocated to Pickens.

Much of Susan’s life was dedicated to teaching, and she spent a majority of those years teaching at Pickens Elementary school. She and George were also active members of Pickens Presbyterian Church.

A memorial service was held at Pickens Presbyterian church on Aug. 8, with The Reverends Nath Briley and Beverley Kelly officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Family Promise of Pickens County. Their website is familypromisepickens.org

TERRY WAYNE VAUGHN

PICKENS — Terry Wayne Vaughn, 58, husband of Tammy Jean Bagwell Vaughn, went to be with the Lord Friday, Aug. 7, 2015, in Charleston.

Mr. Vaughn was born in Greenville, a son of Elizabeth Ann Nations Vaughn of Easley and the late Joseph Furman Vaughn.

Mr. Vaughn was a member of Morning Star Independent Baptist Church. He enjoyed flying remote-control airplanes and helicopters. His hobbies included camping, fishing and hunting. Mr. Vaughn had a love for his wife that was neverending. He also loved his dog, Ellie Mae.

Survivors include his wife of 27 years; one daughter, Jennifer Vaughn of Anderson; one brother, Joseph Furman Vaughn, Jr. and wife Phyllis of Easley; and five grandchildren. Mr. Vaughn was predeceased by his father.

Services were held Aug. 9 at the Dillard Funeral Home chapel, with burial following at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens.

Memorials may be made to Morning Star Independent Baptist Church, 111 North Cedar Rock Road, Easley SC 29640.

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Vaughn family.

Juergen “Jay” Arthur Hermanns

Pickens — Juergen Arthur Hermanns, 54, passed away Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015, at his home.

Mr. Hermanns was born in New Jersey, the son of Diana C. Hitzler Profeta of Pickens and Juergen Hermanns of New Jersey.

Survivors include two sons, Kyle Hermanns of Pickens and Ben Hermanns of Chattanooga, Tenn.; two brothers, Erich Hermanns of Atlanta and Patrick Profeta and wife Angi of Keokuk, Iowa; two sisters, Joy King and husband JR of Easley and Melli Hermanns of Texas; and three grandchildren, Sydni Ann, Natalie Grace and Kolt Arthur.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Faith Lutheran Church in Pickens.

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Hermanns family.

Gary Lynn Jones

PICKENS — Gary Lynn Jones passed away July 24, 2015.

A Pickens native, he was the son of the late Gary Jones and Julia Hayes Watson.

He was formerly employed by Crane Chevrolet and more recently owned and operated LJK Services.

He is survived by one son, Matthew Jones, three sisters, Terri Breazeale, Renee Golden, and Kenna Allen, and his stepmother, Nancy Jones.

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MARIE SMITH PORTER

SIX MILE — Marie Smith Porter, 83, of Six Mile, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 28, 2015.

Marie retired from the textile industry. She will be remembered for her passionate love of her family and the children she took care of.

Marie was a long-time member of Mountain View Baptist Church in Six Mile.

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WAYNE PILGRIM

LIBERTY — Nelson Wayne Pilgrim, 84, of 959 Breazeale Road, passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 21, 2015, at the home of his son in Liberty.

Born in the Prater’s Creek area of Six Mile, he was the widower of Bernice Reeves Pilgrim and a son of the late William Paul and Ollie Bell Bolding Pilgrim. He was a member of Maranatha Baptist Church and was retired from Kent Manufacturing.

Surviving are three sons, Charles “C.W.” Pilgrim (Bette), Randell Pilgrim (Mary Ellen)

TINA A. BARTON

EASLEY — Tina Anderson Barton, 49, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2015 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born in Horry County, a daughter of Linda Faye Newby and the late James R. Anderson, Tina was assistant manager of Big Lots, Easley and of the Baptist faith.

Surviving are her boyfriend, Tab Bettis of Easley; two daughters, Latoshia Anderson (Michael Moore) of Six Mile, and Brianna Barton of Inman; two sisters, Sandy A. Price (Mark), and Kimberly Galloway (Harold), all of Easley; a brother, Rick Anderson

LILLIAN DAY

PICKENS — Lillian Masters Day, 95, widow of Elbert Day, went home to be with The Lord on Tuesday, July 7, 2015.

Mrs. Day was born in Pickens County, a daughter of the late William Snow and Olivia Jarrett Masters. She was retired from

EARL FOWLER

LIBERTY — Earl Franklin Fowler, 86, of 102 Norman Street, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Monday, June 29, 2015 at his home. Born in Liberty he was a son of the late Franklin Wilson and Mattie Hinton Fowler.

He retired from BASF and was a member of Calumet Baptist Church. His hobbies included fishing, camping, bird watching, and his Clemson Tiger Football Team.

Mr. Fowler served his country in the United States Navy.

Surviving are his wife, Margie Bryant Fowler of the home; four daughters, Brenda Mull