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.