Nancy McClellan

Liberty — Nancy Prince McClellan, 78, of 114 Lee St., passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 5, 2016, at the Hospice House in Anderson.

Born in Six Mile, she was a daughter of the late Eugene and Aurie Mae Gravley Prince.

She was a graduate of Liberty High School and retired from Flexi-Wall, where she worked as an administrative assistant. She was a member of Easley Church of God. During her free time, she loved reading and Civil War History.

Surviving are her husband, Tommy R. McClellan; a daughter, Annette McClellan; and a son, Richard McClellan, all of the home.

Memorial services to honor Nancy’s life will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 9, in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel. The family will be at the home. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Clara Hitt

Liberty — Clarese Virginia Sullivan Hitt, 95, widow of Alvin Lee Hitt, died Sunday, March 6, 2016, at Manna Health & Rehab in Pickens.

Born in Liberty, she was a daughter of the late Rosa and John Sullivan.

Mrs. Hitt retired from Sangamo Electric Co. She was a member of Eastside Baptist Church. Surviving are daughters, Pam Jones (Ron) of Pickens and Susan Johnson (Jimmy) of Florence; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by a son, Michael Alvin Hitt; two brothers, Johnny Sullivan of Liberty and George Sullivan of Stockbridge, Ga.; and two sisters, Edna Owen and Kathrine Watson, both of Liberty.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, March 9, at noon at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Pickens.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Eastside Baptist Church: 920 Anderson Drive, Liberty, SC 29657. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Larry W. Hunter

Pickens ­— Larry Walter Hunter, 69, passed from this life on Monday, March 7, 2016.

Larry was a Christian, and he died knowing he would be in Heaven with his parents, Samuel Walter and Gloria Grasty Hunter and sister, Suzan Hunter.

Survivors include his brother, Michael Hunter (Sandra) of Pickens, and sisters, Barbara Johnson (Don) of Detroit, Ala., and Gloria Marcelain of Kenosha, Wis. Larry was a loving son, brother, uncle and great-uncle. He will be greatly missed by all.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Meals on Wheels, 349 Edgemont Ave. Liberty, SC 29657 or www.pcmow.org.

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

Eunice G. Bagwell

Easley — Eunice Julia Galloway Bagwell, 98, formerly of 2047 Ireland Road, wife of R. Doyce Bagwell, passed from this life Feb. 29 in Anderson.

She was born in Pickens County, daughter of the late O.S. and Lou Annie Bryant Galloway. She was a graduate of Pickens High School, a retired employee with Ellijean Mill, attended Tabor United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday school, and was a member of Arial Wesleyan Methodist Church.

Surviving are daughters, Gwen Martin (Leland) of Clemson and Kathy (Frank) Gentry of Pendleton; sisters, Christine Cochran and Wylene King of Easley and Eulalia Gause of Spartanburg; five grandchildren; and some great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her daughter, Patricia Stokes; brothers, Dewey Galloway, Went Galloway and O.S. Galloway Jr.; and sisters, Bernice Moseley, Annas Houston and Dillie Everingham.

Private services were held at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Pickens.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

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

Jean Lesley Bush

Easley — Mrs. Jean Lesley Bush, 82, wife of Allen Cantrell “Pete” Bush, passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at Rainey Hospice House in Anderson.

Born in Easley, a daughter of the late Jack and Blanche Hughey Lesley, Mrs. Bush was a graduate of Easley High School and was a member of St. Andrew United Methodist Church.

Surviving, in addition to her husband of 63 years, are a son, Allen C. “Al” Bush (Patty) of Easley; a daughter, Ann Bush Ellenburg (Tony) of Easley; a brother, Joe Lesley (Carolyn) of Easley; a sister, Mildred Williams of Easley; seven grandchildren, Leslie Hayes, Jason Ellenburg (Melanie), Jennifer Touchstone (Chris), Javin Adams, Amanda Benjamin (Justin), Dean Gillespie (Jessica) and Kathryn Jones (Brian); and 15 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Bush was predeceased by a daughter, Allison Gillespie, and a sister, Louise Walker.

Funeral services were held March 3 in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, with burial following in Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Flowers will be accepted, and memorials may be made to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, St. Andrew United Methodist Church Team, at their website, http://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2016/General?px=5731231&pg=personal&fr_id=9290.

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

EDNA C. HOWELL

PICKENS — Edna C. Howell, 80, of Pickens, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 2, 2016.

She is survived by her husband, Michael G. Howell; her children, Cheryl (Larry) Crowe, Barbara (Scott) Owens, Karen (Terry) Durham, Brian (Teresa) Corbin; her grandchildren, Kelly Crowe, Breanna Owens, Levi (Jo Leigh) Durham, Timothy (Emily) Corbin, Bradley (Katie) Corbin, Tyler (Sally) Corbin; her great-granddaughter, Molly; her stepdaughters, Marcia (Ed) Campbell, Fran (Wayne) Klink, Robyn (Dean) Sloan, and Michelle (Scott) Reece; her seven step-grandchildren, and her six step-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her sons, Michael Corbin and Timothy Corbin; and her granddaughter, Holly Durham.

She was a faithful and loving mother and wife, and a member of Concord Baptist Church for many years. Through her many trials in life, her faith in Jesus Christ was always an inspiration to others. Edna was incredibly beloved and cherished by her children and grandchildren.

Services were held March 4 at Concord Baptist Church in Pickens, followed by interment in Hillcrest Memorial Park.

“God is good. John 3:16.”

Steve Gantt

Ware Shoals -— Steven Dwight Gantt, 62, husband of Maribeth Jones Gantt, of 1359 Humbert Road, died Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at Abbeville Area Medical Center.

Born in Greenville County, he was the son of the late Guy Dwight and Emma Ethelene Holcombe Gantt. He was a member of Princeton Baptist Church and a self-employed handyman.

Surviving in addition to his loving wife of the home are his son, Jacob (Laura) Porter of Elgin; his daughter, Emily Brooke (Dustin) Rearden of Cross Hill; two sisters, Judy (Danny) Robinson of Easley and Jane (James) Nix of Liberty; and two grandchildren, Cara and Jake Porter. He was predeceased by a sister, Susan Darlene Gantt.

Funeral services were held March 3 at Ramsey Creek Preserve in Westminster. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.ParkerWhitePruitt.com.

Lillian A. Collins

Central — Lillian A. Collins, 74, wife of Ray Collins for 32 years, went into the presence of her Lord and savior Jesus Christ on Feb. 18, 2016, while vacationing with her husband in the country of Panama.

Lillian was born on Sept. 11, 1941, in Clayton, N.Y. She was the daughter of the late John Whattam and Rena Durham. She was married to Ray Collins of Central. She was an active member of the Central First Baptist Church and the Gleaners Sunday school class. She loved her church family deeply. She was active with the Pickens County Meals on Wheels program, the Business and Professional Women’s Club of America and the South Carolina Parliamentarians Association.

She was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother whose love for her family was only exceeded by her love of her Lord and savior Jesus Christ.

Surviving in addition to her husband Ray, are daughter, Julie Thompson Bombay (Tim); sons, Arnold James Thompson and Timothy Mark Thompson (Reb); stepdaughters, Cindy Moore (Mike) and Sheila Johnson (deceased); stepson, Tony Collins (Michelle); siblings, Addison Whattam, Bill Whattam, Glenn Durham, Sam Durham, Karen Montani and Dorothy Carlson; 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, March 3, at Central First Baptist Church, 207 Johnson Road, Central, with Rev. Tony Qualkinbush officiating.

The family will receive friends from 1-2:30 p.m. Thursday prior to the service at the church.

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

Monica Stockton

Sunset — Monica Hagerman Stockton, 58, of 667 Mt. Bethel Road, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2016, at St. Francis Hospital.

Born in Stuttgart, Germany, she was a daughter of the late Robert Hagerman and Helen Kimbro.

She was a member of Solid Rock Baptist Church, and one of her favorite hobbies was sewing.

Surviving are her husband, Dale W. Stockton of the home; two sons, Tony Stockton (Whitney) of Greenville and Chris Stockton (Whitney) of Aiken; a brother, Ken Hagerman (Cindy) of Parkersburg, W.Va.; a sister, Carmen Edwards of Charlotte, N.C.; her mother-in-law, Shelby Reilly of Sunset; and two grandchildren, Lexi and Christopher Stockton.

She was predeceased by a sister, Cherie Hagerman.

Funeral services to honor the life of Mrs. Stockton were held March 5 in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel, with burial following in Greenville Memorial Gardens. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Dean Murphree

Liberty — Mr. Harold Dean Murphree Jr., 50, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2016.

Born in Greenville County, the son of the late Harold Dean Murphree Sr. and the late Doris Carter Murphree, Mr. Murphree was a graduate of Liberty High School and was employed with Thomas Mechanical. He was of the Baptist faith.

Surviving are two sisters, Dana Herrin (Tim) of Liberty and Denise Whitmire of Liberty; two nephews, Timothy Bryant and T.J. Herrin; one niece, Abby Herrin; and one great-niece.

Graveside services were held March 6 at Liberty Memorial Gardens.

Memorials may be made to the Pickens County Humane Society, 500 Five Forks Road, Liberty, SC 29657.

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

William T. Anthony

Easley— William Thurman Anthony, 80, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, died at Spring Park Senior Living on March 5, 2016, surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Vera Harrison Anthony.

Born in Kershaw, he was the son of the late Ethel King and William G. Anthony.

Mr. Anthony graduated from Dacusville High School in 1953. Upon graduation, he served four years in the U.S. Air Force before attending Furman University.

In 1989, Mr. Anthony retired after 30 years of service with the Greenville Police Department. He was a member of the Retired Greenville City Police Officers Association, Masons (Walden Lodge No. 274), Scottish Rite “Valley of Greenville,” and Hejaz Shrine.

Mr. Anthony was a devoted Christian. After retirement, he became active in the work of his church. As a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, he served as a deacon, church treasurer, Sunday school teacher of the men’s Bible class and choir member.

Surviving, in addition to his wife, are two children, Pamela Anthony of Piedmont and Mark Anthony (Kelli) of Lexington; five grandchildren, Brandon Anthony Chandler and Breana Intlekofer of Piedmont, and E.J., Isabel and Gage Anthony of Lexington; two great-grandchildren, Cooper Anthony and Avery Chandler of Piedmont; two sisters, Rita Brooks of North Augusta and Helen Anthony of Greenville; and four brothers, George Anthony (twin brother) of Garden City, Kenneth Anthony of Montgomery, Ala., Randolph Anthony of Easley and Jack Anthony of Greenville.

He was predeceased by a daughter, Paula Michelle Anthony; two sisters, Nancy Smith of Camden and Billie Hunter of Kershaw; and one brother, Allen Anthony of Easley.

Memorials can be made to Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 1623 Hester Store Road, Easley, SC 29640 or Greenville Police Foundation, 4 McGee St., Greenville, SC 29601 attn: Chief Ken Miller.

Honorary escorts were retired Greenville city police officers and members of Mt. Carmel Fellowship Sunday School Class.

Funeral services were held March 7 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, with Rev. Paul Turner officiating, with burial following in Graceland Cemetery-West.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Regency Hospice and Spring Park Senior Living for the love and care they provided to Mr. Anthony.

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