CAROL HOLLADAY

CENTRAL — Janet Carol Smith Holladay, 72, of Six Mile Highway, died on Friday, July 2, 2021, at Fleetwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Easley.

Born in Liberty, she was the widow of Franklin Douglas Holladay and the daughter of the late Harrison and Eula Nicholson Smith. She was a

homemaker and a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.

Surviving are two sons, Brad Holladay of the home and Brian Charles “Chuck” Holladay and his wife, Pam, of Six Mile; two stepdaughters, Teresa Dearnley and her husband, Karl, of Denver, N.C., and Vickie Holladay, formerly of Central; a brother, Tommy Smith and his wife, Norma, of Anderson; and two grandchildren, Nate Holladay and Allison Holladay.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by a stepson, Franklin Holladay.

The family hosted a memorial service at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church on July 5.

Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, 3041 Six Mile Highway, Central, SC 29630.

Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting libertymortuary.com. Liberty Mortuary and Cremation Services are handling arrangements.

 

BOBBY JOE CHAMBERS

EASLEY — Bobby Joe Chambers, 78, loving husband of 40 years to Shirley Chambers, passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2021, at his home.

A native of Pickens County, Mr. Chambers was born Sept. 6, 1942, the son of the late Pearl Palmer Chambers and Major Chambers. He was a member of Lighthouse Independent Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley Chambers; three children, Robby (Shauna) Chambers, Jimmy Chambers and Bobbi Joe Chambers; two stepchildren, Carl Holliday and Angela Spearman; seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and one sister, Shelby Barnwell.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Chambers was predeceased by a sister, Bootsie James; and two brothers, Earl Chambers and W.C. “Dub” Chambers.

A funeral service was held on July 7 in the sanctuary of Lighthouse Independent Baptist Church.

Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the Chambers family.

 

 

JAMES ‘JAMIE’ GLENN ABLES

SENECA — James “Jamie” Glenn Ables, 46, passed away on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital. Heaven gained an amazing angel.

Born in Anderson County on July 20, 1975, he was the son of Judy Glenn Ables and the late William James Ables.

Jamie was a welder by trade and worked for Charles Cannon. He enjoyed working on classic cars, boats, motorcycles, playing music and fishing. His greatest joy in life was his son, Grayson. Jamie loved fishing with him and teaching him about all the things he loved. He loved spending simple time with his family. Jamie was of the Baptist faith and a member of the Hopewell Baptist Church in Seneca.

In addition to his loving mother, Judy Glenn Ables, he is survived by a son, Grayson Ables; a sister, Sheri Ables of Seneca; and a brother, Wesley Ables (Zephlin) of Fair Play.

Preceding him in death was his father, William James Ables.

Graveside services were held on July 8 at Oconee Memorial Park in Seneca.

Flowers are accepted.

Condolences may be made online by visiting keoweefuneralservices.com.

 

JOSEPH EDWARD ‘EDDIE’ JONES JR.

PICKENS — Joseph Edward “Eddie” Jones Jr., 51, a son of Mandy Elizabeth Jones of Pickens and the late Joseph Edward Jones Sr., passed away on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Eddie is survived by his mother; a fiancé, Angela Darlene Jones of Pickens; children, Jonathan Edward Jones (Racheal) of Pickens, Samantha Brooke Jones of Pickens, Brittaney Estella Jessee (Arvin) of Pickens and Cristina Lee Rozell of Anderson; grandchildren, Scarlett Jones, Jolene Jones, Noelle Jones, Marcus Drayton Jr., Carriagan Drayton, Brinlee Drayton, Anna Jessee, Kharina Rozell and Natalia Rozell; and a sister, Sandra Czarnick.

Mr. Jones was predeceased by his father and a brother, Michael Scott Jones.

A celebration of life was held for Eddie on July 10 at 105 Crowntop Circle in Pickens.

Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the Jones family.

 

JEFFREY C. NICHOLS

CENTRAL — Jeffrey Carl Nichols, 38, unexpectedly passed away on Friday, July 2, 2021, at his home in Central.

A committed and loving husband to Brittany Stancil Nichols, youngest son to Gilbert Gordon Nichols Jr. and Angelina Hamill Nichols (Central), Jeffrey was born in Oconee County.

Jeffrey was a jack of all trades — he enjoyed most anything that found him outdoors, although his true niche was as an automotive and small engine mechanic. He beamed confidence as he would diagnose and repair a car, only by hearing it. He had many hobbies and interests, such as cooking, going camping, fishing, Georgia football, baseball and poetry. His true passions after his family were restoring old Jeeps and music, and he was most at home in a lake. If he managed to find water, it was near impossible to get him back out. He also loved a well-landed prank every now and again, as long as it wasn’t him being pranked ultimately.

In addition to his wife and parents, surviving Jeffrey are a son, Luke Stephens of Anderson, and daughters, Izzabella Burton and Lauren Nichols of the home. Mr. Nichols was an amazing and dedicated father.

He is also survived by a brother, Brian Nichols of Central (Paula); sisters, Jennifer Edwards of Central (Andy), Kimberly Lance of Piedmont (Wendall) and Sherry Stancil of Six Mile. He had nieces, Katelyn Nichols, Sarah Nichols and Hailey Moore, all of Six Mile; as well as nephews, Wyatt Lance of Piedmont, Remington Haygood and Lawson Schronce, both of Six Mile. All of which he adored beyond measure.

Jeffrey was predeceased by both sets of his grandparents, Gilbert Gordon Nichols Sr. and Ruby Madaris Nichols of Pensacola, Fla., and Henry Carl Hamill Jr. and Carrie Cayton Hamill of Rossville, Ga.

Memorial services were held on July 7 at in the chapel of Duckett-Robinson Funeral home in Central.

Memorials in his honor can be made to Shriner’s Childrens Hospital of Greenville, which he held near and dear to his heart.

Visit robinsonfuneralhomes.com or Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home and Cremations, Central-Clemson Commons.

 

 

DONDALD ‘DON’ K. GRAVELY

 

PICKENS — Donald Kenneth Gravely, 90, of Pickens, husband of the late Anna Stone Gravely, passed from this life on Saturday July 10, 2021, at his home.

Don was born on Sept. 1, 1930, in Pickens County, son of the late William Marvin Gravely and Artie Hughes Gravely. He was the owner of Gravely’s Barbershop on Main Street in Pickens for many years. Through his business, he made many friends and loyal customers within the community. Don was a member of Blue Ridge View Baptist Church and a U.S. Air Force veteran.

Survivors include his sons, Roger Gravely (Martha), Barry Gravely (Debra), Steven Gravely (Sherry) and Allen Gravely (Cheryl), and a daughter, Teresa Gravely. Don also leaves behind his brother, Will Gravely, 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

The family received friends on Tuesday, July 13, at Dillard Funeral Home, followed by funeral services conducted in the Dillard Funeral Home chapel, with the Rev. Dr. Stuart Houston officiating. Don was laid to rest beside his wife at Hillcrest Memorial Park.

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

Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting dillardfunerals.com.

 

THOMAS B. WRIGHT JR.

CENTRAL — Thomas Barak Wright Jr., son of the late Thomas B. and Frances Crunkleton Wright, passed away on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, in AnMed following a lengthy illness.

Tommy was a graduate of D.W. Daniel High School and graduated from Clemson University in 1984 with a degree in forestry and worked with his family logging business for a number of years. He later attended and graduated from Clemson University with a second degree and began a 12-year teaching career at Edwards Middle School. He was a teacher and coach and later served as the athletic director at Edwards. Tommy was a member of Lawrence Chapel United Methodist Church.

Surviving are sisters, Helen Anne Hedden of Central and Betty Lynn Long (William Miller) of Folly Beach; nieces and nephews, Amy Allaire (John), Heather Beam (Todd), Hank Hedden (Laura) and Linsay Long; and five great-nieces and nephews.

Memorial services were held on July 5 at Lawrence Chapel United Methodist Church in Central, with Rev. Mollie Reddic officiating. A graveside committal service was held on July 9 at Highlands Cemetery in Highlands, N.C.

Memorials may be made to Lawrence Chapel United Methodist Church, 2101 Six Mile Highway, Central, SC 29630.

Visit robinsonfuneralhomes.com or Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home, Central-Clemson Commons.

 

BETTY OSBORNE MCALISTER

WESTMINSTER — Betty Osborne McAlister, 78, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at Cottingham Hospice House, surrounded by her loving family.

She was the beloved wife of 31 years to James McAlister. Born in Seneca on May 19, 1943, she was the daughter of the late James and Bernice Ramage Osborne.

Mrs. McAlister retired from Westpoint Stevens. She was a member of Return Baptist Church, where she and James enjoyed Sunday school together.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughter, Barbara G. Liermann. Also left to share in her loving memory are two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

No formal services will be held.

Memorials in Mrs. McAlister’s honor may be made to the American Heart Association or Return Baptist Church.

 

JANICE B. WADE

EASLEY — Janice Brown Wade, 80, of Easley, wife of the late Richard L. Wade, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 4, 2021.

Janice was born on July 24, 1940, in Johnson City, Tenn., daughter of the late Albert Giles Jr. and Irene Duty Giles. Janice was a medical office manager for numerous years until she retired to help care for her grandchildren. Nanny loved to play bridge and cheer on her grandson’s baseball team. She loved her family fiercely. She dedicated her life to her family, who loved her dearly.

Surviving are her three children, Philip Brown (Kimberly Lawson), Lisa Pierce (Jason), and Kelly Stover (Chris); two brothers, Albert Giles (Kathy) and Robert Giles (Sharon); and seven grandchildren.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, July 10, at Easley Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Christie Gravely officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorials in honor of Janice to the Greenville Area Parkinson Society, P.O. Box 6505, Greenville, SC, 29606 or online at gapsonline.org

Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting dillardfunerals.com.

 

MELVIN LEWIS BRADLEY

PICKENS — Melvin Lewis Bradley, 91, of Pickens, entered into his eternal home on Monday, July 6, 2021, at Heartland West Nursing Facility in Greenville.

He leaves behind his loving family of four children, 13 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and soon to be two great-great-grandchildren. The family can rejoice in the fact of the reunion on Heaven’s shore. We know he ran into the arms of His Savior, Jesus Christ, then reunited with his loving parents, George and Lillie Bradley, his beautiful wife of 67 years, Velma L. Bradley, and then was welcomed with open arms from his grandson, Brian Finley.

Born on July 18, 1929, Melvin was a hardworking man who just loved Jesus with all his heart and knew the value of his family. He married his loving wife, Velma, on Nov. 1, 1952, placing his focus on providing for his family. Through many hardships in his life, Melvin came to find and know Jesus. It was the greatest decision he made and forever changed him. Melvin was a man of few words, but passionate about his life’s work of lumbering and gardening, and enjoyed sharing his love for Jesus. He found great joy in going to his church, Missionary Baptist Church in Pickens. His sweetest blessings were being with his family and watching some NASCAR racing. His strength was found in his faithfulness in Christ and his many years on his knees praying for his family. His family recognizes the great legacy he leaves behind with all his years of prayers.

He leaves behind his children, Roger Bradley (Susie), Vickie Bowie (Allen), Roselyn Finley (Randall) and Terry Bradley (Page); and his grandchildren, Keith Bradley (Danielle), Weston Bradley, Brandon Bradley (Jennifer), Cody Bradley (Kayla), Mitchell Bowie (Dana), Michael Bowie, Marsha Alexander (David), Joshua Bowie, Tiffany Moon (Jason), Amanda Horn (John), Christopher Bradley (Nikki) and Davey Bradley. He also leaves behind an abundance of blessings with 35 great-grandchildren and soon to be two great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Melvin will be private. Please keep the Bradley family in your thoughts and prayers.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting dillardfunerals.com.

ELIZABETH GIBSON GILSTRAP

PICKENS — Mrs. Elizabeth Gibson Gilstrap, 88, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 10, 2021.

Mrs. Gilstrap was born in Murphy, N.C., and was the daughter of the late Zeb Gibson and Emma Rose Gibson.

There will be no services.

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Gilstrap family.

Online condolences may be sent to dillardfunerals.com.

 

MELISSA ‘LISA’ ANN SPENCER

SENECA — Melissa “Lisa” Ann Spencer, 54, of Seneca, loving wife of Ronald Hudson for 25 years, passed away at Cottingham Hospice House on Wednesday, July 7, 2021.

Born in Maryland on Jan. 25, 1967, she was the daughter of Shirlley Sykes and the late Earl Canipe.

Lisa was a homemaker and very much enjoyed her scratch-off lottery tickets.

In addition to her husband, Ronald Hudson, and mother, Shirlley Sykes, she is survived by her daughters, Candice Canipe and Hayley Hudson; sisters, Becky and Jesse Canipe; and two grandchildren.

Lisa’s father, Earl Canipe, preceded her in death.

No formal services will be held.

The family members are at their respective homes.

 

MYRNA J. HUGHES

PICKENS — Myrna J. Hughes, 85, wife of the late Joe Frank Hughes, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at Marchbanks Assisted Living & Memory Care Facility in Anderson.

A native of Pickens County, Mrs. Hughes was born April 15, 1936, the daughter of the late Ess Hendrix and Blanche Bagwell Hendrix.

Mrs. Hughes was a member of Griffin Baptist Church in Pickens. She enjoyed cooking and gardening and loved to fellowship with family and friends.

Survivors include her daughter, Terri Aiken (Roger) of Marietta; grandchildren, Tessa Ellenburg (Eric) of Sunset and Candi Aiken of Easley; great-grandchildren, Kayne, Brayden, Jackson, Christina and Elizabeth; and sister-in-law, Elizabeth Hendrix.

In addition to her husband and parents, Myrna was predeceased by a brother, Don Hendrix; and a sister, Nancy Elrod and her husband, Bill Elrod.

Funeral services were held on July 9 in the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Mark Bernhausen. Burial followed at Hillcrest Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Myrna’s honor may be to the Alzheimer’s Association by visiting alz.org/nca/donate, by calling (703) 359-4440 or by mailing a check made payable to the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter, 8180 Greensboro Drive, Suite 400, McLean, VA 22102. Memorial donations may also be made to Amedisys Hospice Care through the Amedisys Foundation by visiting amedisys.com or by mailing a check made payable to Amedisys Foundation, 3854 American Way, Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70816.

Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the Hughes family.

 

LOUISE P. HENDRIX

MARIETTA — Louise P. Hendrix, 93, wife of the late Gerroy Hendrix, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 3, 2021, at AnMed Health Cannon Hospital.

A native of Pickens County, Mrs. Hendrix was born June 8, 1928, daughter of the late Vestal Barker and Bertha Leech Barker.

Louise was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Pickens for 85 years. She worked in the textiles industry and retired from Milliken after numerous years as a dedicated employee.

Gerroy and Louise married in 1946. She had seven sons and a good life.

Survivors include four sons, Ray Hendrix, Harold Hendrix, Tim Hendrix and Lewis Hendrix; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two brothers and four sisters.

In addition to her parents and husband, Louise was predeceased by three sons, Calvin Hendrix, Don Hendrix and Lee Charles “L.C.” Hendrix.

The family hosted a memorial service on July 9 in the sanctuary of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Louise’s honor may be made to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church by mailing 620 Pleasant Grove Road, Pickens, SC 29671 or by calling (864) 616-2404.

Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the Hendrix family.

 

DERYL E. GOODMAN

EASLEY — Deryl Eugene Goodman, 68, husband of Cathy Wolfe Goodman, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021, at the McCall Hospice House in Simpsonville.

Deryl was born in Anderson but grew up in Clemson, a son of Sue Hawkins Goodman of Rock Hill and the late Rudolph Eugene “Rudy” Goodman. He was a 1971 graduate of D.W. Daniel High School and was a member of East Clemson Baptist Church. He was a longtime employee with Progressive Builders, where he was noted for his expert estimating ability.

Surviving, in addition to his wife and mother, are his twin sons, Joshua Goodman of Easley and Jonathan Goodman of Greenville, and his younger son, Patrick Goodman of Easley; brother, Rodney Goodman of Rock Hill; sisters, Theresa Goodman Morrison of Clemson and Gina Goodman Byrd of Liberty Hill; and granddaughter, Austin Pridgen of Greenville.

A memorial service will be held in the chapel of Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home in Central at a date and time to be announced.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lifehouse Children’s Project Lifechurch, 199 Thomas Mill Road, Easley, SC 29640.

Visit robinsonfuneralhomes.com or Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home and Cremations.

 

MADISON GALLOWAY

PICKENS — Madison Renee Shiflett Galloway, 24, wife of Brady Dean Galloway, passed away on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at her home in Pickens.

Madison was born in Greenville, a daughter of Gregory Duane and Cheryl Rogers Shiflett of Six Mile. She was a 2014 graduate of D.W. Daniel High School and was a self-employed title abstractor. Her greatest joys in life were being married to Brady, her fur babies (Jace, Maggie and Tucker) and being Waylon and Hartley’s aunt.

Surviving, in addition to her husband and parents, are a brother, Dylan Shiflett of Six Mile; maternal grandparents, Mike and Mary Rogers of Easley; her paternal grandmother, Evelyn Shiflett of Central; brother-in-law and his wife, Brandon and Nacoda Galloway; nephew, Waylon Galloway; and niece, Hartley Galloway, all of Pickens.

She was predeceased by her grandfather, William Shiflett.

The family received friends on July 5 at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home and Cremations.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pickens County Humane Society or to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Visit robinsonfuneralHomes.com or Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home and Cremations, Central-Clemson Commons.