Buster Suddeth

Liberty — Mr. Lonnie Leon “Buster” Suddeth, 71, husband of the late Lola Mae Scruggs Suddeth, passed away Monday, Nov. 2, 2015, at his home.

[cointent_lockedcontent]Born in Pickens County, a son of the late Ruth Christine Suddeth, Mr. Suddeth retired from textiles.

Surviving are a son, Allen Suddeth (Jennifer) of Liberty; a daughter, Sherry Suddeth of Easley; and numerous siblings and grandchildren.

Graveside services were held Nov. 6 at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

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

Elizabeth B. Phillips

Greenville — Elizabeth Beatrice Rooker Phillips, 91, widow of RM Phillips, passed from this life and crossed “over the golden shore” Monday, Nov. 2, 2015, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born in St. Augustine, Fla., she was a daughter of the late Burleigh Davidson and Leila Mae Daniel Rooker.

Mrs. Phillips was an active member of Crosswell First Baptist Church in Greenville, where she cooked and taught Sunday school for many years.

Those left to cherish her memory include a daughter, JoAnne Phillips (Charles) Ducker of Greenville; a son, Randall M. (Virginia) Phillips; grandchildren, Pam Wilson, Neil Phillips, Jesse Bradberry and Shane Ducker; great-grandchildren, Savanah Balsiger, Ashley Bradberry and Sabrina Wilson; and a sister, Shirley Rooker Chambers of Easley.

In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Phillips was predeceased by a daughter, Dorothy E. Bradberry; brothers, James P. “Cozy” Rooker, William A. Rooker, Ervin Rooker, B. Ishmael Rooker, Walter L. Rooker, Joseph Rooker and Richard Bentley; and sisters Esther Jean Stewart, Geraldine Rooker, Mary Alice Pritchard and Jesse Mae Holden.

The family would like to express their thanks to Gail and Bill Ramey for the special care they offered to Mrs. Phillips.

Funeral services were held Nov. 5 in the Dillard Funeral Home Chapel, with entombment following at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens Mausoleum III.

Memorials may be made to the Crosswell First Baptist Church, 219 S. Fishtrap Road, Greenville, SC 29611.

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

Eleanor K. Gibson

SUNSET — Eleanor K. Gibson, 96, of Sunset, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015.

She was a daughter of the late Paul and Mallie Winchester Keasler. She was the wife of the late Charles F. Gibson, who died in 2001.

She is survived by four daughters, Linda G. (Sam) Couch, Norma (Ron) Bolin, Pamela (Bruce) Cantrell, and Karen (Charlie) Corwin; two sisters, Mary (J.L.) Bobo, and Sue (Hershel) Holcombe; one brother, Carlyle (Mary) Keasler; a sister-in-law, Patsy B. Keasler; nine grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Mildred Brezeale, Alma Barrett and Ruby Hollliday, and a brother, Gary Keasler.

Funeral services were held Nov. 4 at Shady Grove Baptist Church in Sunset, with interment following at Hillcrest Cemetery in Pickens.

Lorene B. Whitman

Liberty — Vivian Lorene Brown Whitman, 90, of 13 Nealy Street, widow of James Luther Whitman, died Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015, at her home.

Born in Pendleton, she was a daughter of the late James Arthur and Lavada Chapman Brown. Mrs. Whitman was a retired employee with Woodside Mill in Liberty and was a member of the Solid Rock Baptist Church.

Surviving are her son, Larry (Mary Elizabeth) Whitman of Easley; daughters, Shelby Jean Welborn and Rita (David) Moore both of Liberty; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by five brothers and three sisters.

Funeral services were held Nov. 6 in the chapel of Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home in Central, with burial following in Mt. Zion Cemetery.

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

Perry G. McCrary Jr.

Easley — Mr. Perry G. McCrary Jr., 87, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015, at his home.

Born in Pelzer, a son of the late Perry Gaines McCrary Sr. and the late Lillie Elzie Lockaby McCrary, Mr. McCrary retired as a manager with Eastern Airlines and was of the Baptist faith. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, having served in World War II.

Surviving are a son, Joshua McCrary of Maryland; a daughter, Bess McCrary of New York.; and a sister, Jackie Campbell. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. McCrary was predeceased by two brothers and one sister.

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.

Eric Smith

Greenville — Jeffrey Eric Smith, 43, of 101 West Court St., passed away Monday, Nov. 2, 2015, at his residence

Born in Pickens, he was the son of Parker Randol and Teresa Smith of Six Mile, and the late Sharon Ann Maxey. He was a 1990 graduate of Liberty High School, attended Anderson University and was a member of Golden Creek Baptist Church. He loved bicycling, motorcycles and racing and was a co-partner with Greenville Motorcycle Inc. in Spartanburg. He was also a Peace Keeper with The Peace Center in Greenville and enjoyed attending events there with his family and friends.

Surviving in addition to his father and stepmother are two sisters, Angie Howard and Kailey Smith of Six Mile; a brother, Matthew Smith of Six Mile; several aunts and uncles, Sheila and David Tinsley of Liberty, Rev. Mike and Gail Dobson of Pendleton, John Maxey of Norris, Donnie and Susan Smith of Easley and Calvin Smith of Six Mile; three nephews, Cayden, Tucker and Elijah Howard, all of Six Mile; and extended family.

In addition to his mother, he was predeceased by a stepmother, Kathi Riggins Smith.

A memorial service to honor Eric’s life was held Nov. 7 in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel.

Floral arrangements are appreciated, but memorials may also be made to a college fund for his three nephews by visiting any First Citizens Bank or mailed to First Citizens Bank, P.O. Box 398 Central, SC 29630 and deposited under the name of Angela S. Howard FBO Cayden, Tucker and Elijah Howard.

Liberty Mortuary and Cremation Services is handling arrangements.

Floyd H. Collins

Easley — Floyd Harold Collins, 67, passed from this life Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015, at Glorified Health and Rehab Center. Mr. Collins was born in Easley, a son of the late Glenn H. and Pearl Agnes Redding Collins.

Mr. Collins served in the U.S. Army and is a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a self-employed home builder.

Those left to cherish his memory include a son, Harold G. Collins of Greenville; a sister, Linda Edmond (Lloyd) of Taylors; a nephew, Anthony Massingill (Amy) of Easley; and a niece, Julie Cowart (Jeff) of Taylors.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Collins was predeceased by a daughter, Michelle Collins; a brother, Homer G. Collins; and sister, Mickie Massingill.

Graveside services were held Nov. 8 at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.

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

Ernest E. Cantrell

Easley — Ernest Elisha Cantrell, 88, passed from this life Saturday, Nov. 7, 2015.

Mr. Cantrell was born in Sunset, a son of the late Walter Troy and Verdie Alexander Cantrell. He was retired from Ryobi Motor Products in Pickens and later worked in real estate. He was a member of Antioch Baptist Church. Following his retirement, Mr. Cantrell loved to travel both out west and to the mountains. He was a U.S. Army veteran.

Survivors include a brother, Willie T. Cantrell of Moncks Corner, and nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Cantrell was preceded in death by a sister, Mathree Warren, a brother, Lloyd Cantrell, and a niece, Linda Warren.

Services were held Nov. 9 in the mausoleum chapel of Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens, with The Rev. Barry Pace and The Rev. Roger Todd officiating, followed by entombment.

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

Memorials may be made to the Parkinson Association of the Carolinas, 5970 Fairview Road, Suite 217, Charlotte, NC 28210, www.parkinsonassociation.org, or Pickens County Humane Society, 500 Five Forks Road, Liberty SC 29657, www.pickenscountyhumanesociety.com.

Vandy M. Looper

Easley — Vandala Murray “Vandy” Looper, 53, of Shoals Creek Church Road, wife of Robert Dale Looper, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015.

Born in Savannah, Ga., she was the daughter of Vandy Jackson Murray and Hazel Irene Snyder Murray of Greenville.

Vandy was a beautician, having worked in the Berea area of Greenville, and was a member of Nine Forks Baptist Church. She loved reading. She and her daughter, Hope, would have a contest on who could read the same book the fastest.

In addition to her husband and parents, she is survived by her daughter, Emma Alexis “Hope” Looper of the home; and a brother, Bill Murray of Simpsonville.

A memorial service was held Nov. 7 at Nine Forks Baptist Church, with the Rev. Stephen Owens officiating.

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.

Mary L. Parker

Easley — Mary Lorene Duncan Parker, 80, of Bagwell Street, wife of the late William S. Parker, passed away Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015, at her home.

Born in Pickens County, she was the daughter of the late Herman and Maggie Lee Smith Duncan.

Mrs. Parker was retired from Mayfair Mills, Glenwood Plant. She owned and operated Mary’s Beauty Shop for several years and was a member of Jones Avenue Baptist Church.

Surviving are her children, Gail Smith of Easley and Michael Whitmire (Cathy) of Cedar Town, Ga.; six grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; sisters, Elizabeth Center and Gladys Gilstrap, both of Easley and Ruby Breazeale of Pickens; and brothers, Alex Duncan of Sunset, Donald Duncan and Wayne Duncan, both of Easley and Ronald Duncan of Pickens.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by a son-in-law, Jim Smith and a sister, Judy Sentell.

Funeral services were held Nov. 9 in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, with burial following in Hillcrest Memorial Park in Pickens.

Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to Gentiva Hospice, 15 Brendan Way, Suite 100 Greenville, SC 29615.

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

Steve “Skeeter” Brooks

Easley — Steven Ray “Skeeter” Brooks, 65, of 2708 Pelzer Highway, husband of Linda Bagwell “Lulu” Brooks, passed away Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015.

Born in Pickens County, he was the son of Margaret James Brooks of Pickens and the late Ray William Brooks.

Skeeter was an outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, softball and storytelling. He loved his family, his friends and his Lord.

In addition to his wife of 40 years, he is survived by children, Patti Rackley of Six Mile, T.J. Brooks-Watson of Easley and Cain Brooks of Easley; the loves of his life, his grandchildren, Jacob Rackley, Tanner Brooks, Bradley Brooks and Tucker Watson; two sisters, Gail Burrell of Pickens and Martha Wilson of Easley; four brothers, Mark Brooks (Debbie) of Liberty, Charles Brooks (Tammy) of Pickens, Jerry Hostetler (Sara) of Greenwood and Ricky Lusk of Pickens; and several nieces and nephews who he loved dearly.

The family would like to thank Dr. Pat Lollis and his wife, Nancy, nurse Julia and the staff of Family Associates of Easley, Dr. “G” and the staff of Upstate Cardiology and Fred’s Pharmacy of Easley for the excellent care given to Skeeter.

A memorial service was held Nov. 5 in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown.

Flowers will be accepted.

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

Peggy Jean Pollard

Easley — Mrs. Peggy Jean Sweet Pollard, 71, wife of Richard Floyd Pollard, passed away Monday, Nov. 9, 2015, at her home.

Born in Greenville County, the daughter of the late Jake Gilstrap and the late Madaline Sweet, Mrs. Pollard was the retired owner and operator of Peggy Jean’s Beauty Shop and was a member of Temple Baptist Church of Anderson.

Surviving, in addition to her husband of 53 years, are four sons, Richard Dean Pollard of Asheville, N.C., David Arnold Pollard (Susan) of Pisgah Forest, N.C., Rev. Timothy Mark Pollard (Melissa) of Anderson, and John Thomas Pollard (Gwen) of Easley; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, with Rev. Mark Pollard and Rev. Dr. Steve Hurte officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Connie Maxwell Children’s Home, P.O. Box 1178, Greenwood, SC 29648.

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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