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Fort Mill, South Carolina James "Jim" Nesbitt Broome, Jr. 1945 — 2024 Jim quietly and peacefully (and knowing Jim joyfully) left this world at Palmetto Patriots VA Home to be at home in heaven in the Face of God. The expression "he never met a stranger" applies 100% to Jim. If you met him, you'd never forget him because he was outgoing and enthusiastic about everything. From his early childhood his sister, Diane, expressed that he was/is known to respect and love everyone he met with no regard to background or disregard for economic position. Jim was a true Southern gentleman demonstrated by his tremendous sense of humor and fabulous storytelling. Jim loved and was so proud of his hometown of Gaffney, SC. Jim was also passionate about whatever hobby he... Gaffney, South Carolina Garland Lee Painter, Jr. 1928 — 2023 Gaffney - - Retired Captain Garland Lee Painter, Jr., 94, formerly of Rock Hill, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 20, 2023 at Peachtree Centre. Born in Gaffney, SC, he was the husband of the late Margaret Yongue Painter and son of the late Garland Lee Painter, Sr. and Mamie Lee Blanton Painter. He was a graduate of Gaffney High School, Central Piedmont Community College and the University of Louisville, and was a retired captain with the City of Charlotte Police Department. He served his Country as a medic post World War II in the U. S. Army 9th Infantry. He loved his family and Bluegrass music. He was a Mason and Shriner, co-founder of the Shriner's Oasis Bluegrass... Gaffney, South Carolina Reverend Warren Earle Fowler 1927 — 2022 Reverend Warren Earle Fowler, 94, formerly of Gaffney, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 26, 2022 at Spartanburg Medical Center. Born in Anderson, he was the husband of Texie Holmes Fowler and son of the late James William Fowler and Addie Gillespie Fowler. He graduated from Furman University and the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville and retired from the ministry formerly serving at Grassy Pond Baptist Church, Temple Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of Clover and also served many other Churches. Reverend Fowler's emphasis was on missions and he formerly served as Director of Missions in the Chester County Baptist Association. He loved his family,... Hickory Grove, South Carolina Louise Parris Mitchell 1945 — 2022 Louise Parris Mitchell, 77, of 2145 Smithford Road, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 25, 2022 at Carolinas ContinueCare Hospital in Charlotte, NC. Born in Gaffney, she was the widow of the late George Earl Mitchell and daughter of the late Graham Pittman Parris and Belma Coyle Parris. She retired from textiles and was a member of Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church. She loved her family, cooking, crafting and sewing. Surviving is a son, Scott Mitchell (Billie Ann) of York; a daughter, Kim Ronk (Mike) of Hickory Grove; a sister, Kathy Payne (Ray) of Gaffney; five grandchildren, Matthew Scott Mitchell, Anna Nicole Mitchell, Mark Ryan Mitchell, Renee Ronk and Michael... Rock Hill, South Carolina Reverend Dr. French B. O'Shields, Jr. 1929 — 2022 Reverend Dr. French B. O'Shields, Jr., 92, of 1330 India Hook Road, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 24, 2022 at his residence. Born in Gaffney, he was the loving husband for 71 years of the late Alma Lee O'Shields and the son of the late French B. O'Shields, Sr. and Carrie Sams O'Shields. He was a graduate of Gaffney High School where he was President of his student body, a graduate of USC, received his Master's degree from Erskine College and his Doctorate of Ministry from Union Theological Seminary. He was a retired Presbyterian minister serving in Abbeville, SC, Augusta, GA and Charlotte, NC. He wrote the book "Slaying the Giant" under his ministry "Hem of His... Blacksburg, South Carolina Thomas Ray Kimbrell 1932 — 2022 Thomas Ray Kimbrell, 89, of 531 White's Farm Road, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at Palmetto Patriots Home in Gaffney. Born in Shelby, NC, he was the husband of Dorothy Ann Gibbons Kimbrell and son of the late Carl Kimbrell and Tessie Gossett Kimbrell. He retired from the U. S. Air Force, retired as a teacher from Rock Hill School District 1, and was the owner/operator of Kimbrell's Farm Equipment. He was a Mason with the Blacksburg Lodge and member of Mt. Paran Baptist Church where he was a former deacon and Sunday School teacher. Surviving in addition to his wife are two daughters, Elizabeth Ann Kimbrell Hoyle (Dean) of Blacksburg and Constance Lee Kimbrell... Gaffney, South Carolina Wilma Sue Sue Hill Blanton 2022 Wilma Blanton Gaffney, SC - - Wilma Sue Hill Blanton, 82, of 127 Valarie Drive, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at The Retreat of Gaffney. Born in Maryville, TN, she was the wife of the late David Vester Blanton and the daughter of the late Roy Adam Hill and Frankie Finley Hill. She was a graduate of East Tennessee State University and received her Master's Degree from University of Tennessee. She was a former Professor at Limestone College and was retired from Cherokee County School District and strong supporter of Parson's Pantry. Mrs. Blanton was a member of East Gaffney Baptist Church. Surviving is a daughter, Valarie Sue Blanton Huskey of Boiling... Gastonia Justin Michael Mislivecek 1992 — 2022 Justin Michael "Missile" Mislivecek, a distribution designer and current resident of Gastonia, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on January 27, 2022. Justin is survived by his parents; Charles Mislivecek (Terri Gerrits) and Beth Mislivecek (Jeff Birkett), his girlfriend; Jacklyne Broadway, his dogs; Copper, Peanut, Teddy and Aphrodite, his Grandfather; Gordon Gurske, his sister; Ariana Mislivecek and brother; Seth Mislivecek (Samantha Nelson), his nephew; Adrian Mislivecek and his beloved family and friends. Preceded in death by; his paternal grandparents Betty and Charles Mislivecek, his maternal grandmother; Marie Gurske. Justin was born in Madison, Wisconsin on July 30, 1992.... Smyrna, South Carolina Max Daniel Bolin 1934 — 2021 Max Daniel Bolin, age 86, passed from this life and went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at his home in Smyrna, South Carolina. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Joanne Martin Bolin, and his children and grandchildren: daughter Patti Bolin, son Eric Bolin (Kristi), son Brandon Bolin (Alicia) and grandchildren Daniel, Maci, Mariel, Noah and Natalie Bolin. He is the son of the late Paul and Mable Bolin of Smyrna, South Carolina, and was one of ten children: David Bolin (deceased 1981), Connie Hulett, James Bolin, Art Bolin, Bill Bolin, Mary Sue Allison, Ellen Davis, Johnny Bolin and Nancy Coughlin. Max was a devoted husband, father, and PawPaw to his immediate... Graham, North Carolina Dean Phillip Bedell 1937 — 2020 - - Dean Phillip Bedell, 83, of Graham, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 20, 2020. Born in New Hampshire, he was the son of the late Burns Bedell and Irene McIntire Bedell. He was a graduate of Woodsville High School and served in the United States Air Force. He retired from Monarch Color Corp in Charlotte, NC. He enjoyed spending time at the golf course. Surviving are two daughters, Michelle Bedell Jolly (Henry) of Gaffney and Robin Bedell Rush (Lee) of Fort Mill, SC. Also surviving are four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren and his beloved dog, Tripp. A memorial service is planned at a later date to be determined. The family requests that any... Charlotte, South Carolina Charles "Charlie" William Brooks Jett 2020 — 2020 Charles "Charlie" William Brooks Jett, infant, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, December 7, 2020 at Atrium Health in Charlotte. He is the son of John Warren Jett, III and Melissa Bobo Jett of Charlotte. Surviving in addition to his parents are two brothers, Christian Kraus (Caitlin) of Denver, NC and John Warren Jett, IV of Alexandria, VA; a sister, Sarah Jett Marsh (Richard) of Charlotte; grandparents, Chuck & Chris Bobo of Pauline and Linda Mullis Jett of Alexandria, VA; great-grandparents, Hazel Rogers of Inman and Joyce Bobo of Pauline; an aunt, Katherine Jett Hayes (Mark) of Alexandria, VA; a cousin, Matthew Taylor Hayes; nieces, Jenna Kraus and Callie Kraus. In lieu... Charlotte Barbara Letlow Riggins 1929 — 2020 Barbara Letlow Riggins, 91, of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully at Sharon Towers on November 18th, 2020. Born in Easley, SC on July 15th, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Bobby Lee Letlow and Viola Porter Letlow. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Wallace Riggins and beloved sons, Stanley and Steve Riggins. Barbara graduated from Easley High School and Draughn's Business School, Greenville, SC. Barbara worked as an assistant to Dr. Nord W. Davis, Optometrist. She was an avid bridge player, devoted Clemson fan, loved a challenging crossword puzzle and enjoyed traveling. She volunteered with Meals on Wheels, Cherokee County Memorial Hospital and was a member of... Charlotte Barbara Letlow Riggins 1929 — 2020 Barbara Letlow Riggins, 91, of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully at Sharon Towers on November 18th, 2020. Born in Easley, SC on July 15th, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Bobby Lee Letlow and Viola Porter Letlow. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Wallace Riggins and beloved sons, Stanley and Steve Riggins. Barbara graduated from Easley High School and Draughn's Business School, Greenville, SC. Barbara worked as an assistant to Dr. Nord W. Davis, Optometrist. She was an avid bridge player, devoted Clemson fan, loved a challenging crossword puzzle and enjoyed traveling. She volunteered with Meals on Wheels, Cherokee County Memorial Hospital and was a member of... Horace Beauford 2020 Lyman, SC - - John Horace Beauford, Sr., 96, of 202 Chelsea Nicole Drive, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 7, 2020 at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. Born in Greenwood, he was first married to the late Nell Purser Beauford and the husband of the late Alma Stewart Beauford and son of the late William David Beauford and Allie Rea Bowie Beauford. He was a graduate of Abbeville High School where he excelled in football and was the oldest surviving member of the 1941 football team. He retired from Milliken and was a member of First Baptist North Spartanburg where he was a former youth leader and bus driver. He loved the Lord, his family and his dog "Oscar". He was a... Dustin Lynn Miller 2020 Dustin Miller Greenwood, SC - - Dustin Lynn Miller, 38, of 101 Stonehaven Drive, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Self Memorial Hospital. Born in Greenwood, he was the son of Lynn Vernon Miller of Pacolet and Gwynn Wood Shipman of Texas and step-son of Delene Miller of Pacolet and step-son of Walter Shipman of Texas. He was a self-employed paint contractor, an artist, enjoyed golfing and was very athletic. Mr. Miller was a member of Augusta Highway Baptist Church. Surviving is a son, Ethan Lynn Miller of Texas; a daughter, Emma Gibbons of Texas; and maternal grandmother, Laverne Wood. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Jimmy F. Wood; and paternal... Gaffney, South Carolina Ellen Margaret Ann Weidner 1948 — 2020 Ellen Margaret Ann Weidner, 71, of 907 Gowdeysville Road, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Spartanburg Medical Center. Born on April 1948 in St. Louis, MO, she was the daughter of Robert Weidner and Virginia Weidner. Surviving are a brother, Jimmy Weidner (Cindy); and a sister, Jeanne Weidner; and her nieces and nephews, Elena O'Bryon, Diane Dawn Palmore, Michael Simmons, Jeannine Dada. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Virginia Marczak and Diana Marie Palmore. Ellen...A woman of wisdom, kindness, and creativity. She touched so many lives as a job coach for the intellectually disabled for 24 years. A beautiful... Gaffney, South Carolina Robert "Bob" Allen Throneburg 1944 — 2020 -- Robert "Bob" Allen Throneburg, 75, of 604 College Drive, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at his residence. Born in Charlotte, NC, he was the husband of Patricia Frazier Throneburg and the son of the late R.A. Throneburg and Mary Brooks Throneburg. Bob was a highly decorated Vietnam Air Force Veteran, receiving two Purple Hearts, The Bronze Star and The Warrior's Medal of Honor from the American Indian Nation. He and his service dog, Nemo served together at Tan Son Nhut Air Base in Saigon. Nemo was his "hero warrior dog", who is memorialized at Lackland Air Base in Texas. Nemo was later used to recruit other service dogs for the United States Military. Bob was a graduate of... York, South Carolina Charles "Chuck" Marvin Bennett 1936 — 2019 Chuck Bennett York, SC - - Charles "Chuck" Marvin Bennett, 83, transitioned from his earthly home to Heaven on Tuesday, December 24th, 2019. He was the widower of the late Nancy Moseley Bennett and the son of the late William Marvin Bennett and Grace Waits Bennett. He was born in Monticello, GA on July 13, 1936. He lived in Marlboro County, SC where he graduated from Marlboro County High School. He attended Clemson College on a scholarship to play baseball where he was a pitcher. He served in the US Navy from 1956 until 1960 having graduated from Hospital Corpsman School and he served on hospital ships in California and Okinawa. After his service to our country, he returned home... Gwen Owen 2019 Gaffney, SC - - Gwenith "Gwen" Frank Owen, 78, of 1101 Springs Street, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at her residence. Born in Blount County, TN, she was the wife of Harold Kenneth "Ken" Owen and the daughter of the late Virgil B. Frank and Ann Evelyn Tipton Frank Estes and raised by the late George and Flora Tipton. She was a retired beautician and formerly worked at Central Elementary School. Mrs. Owen was a member of Southside Baptist Church. In addition to her husband, also surviving are a son, Kennith Silvan Owen (Amy) of Cowpens; three daughters, Tammy Denise Owen Price of Cowpens, Kimberly Dianne Owen Callahan (Robert) of Gaffney and Deedie Owen... N. Myrtle Beach, SC Timothy "Tim" Eugene Pollock 1956 — 2019 Timothy "Tim" Eugene Pollock, 63, of 2701 Edge Drive, Unit A, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at Grand Strand Medical Center. Born in Joanna, SC, he was the husband of Vickie Scruggs Pollock and son of the late Rev. Kenneth Eugene Pollock and Olive Carlson Pollock. He attended Lancaster Bible College in Lancaster, PA and was a graduate of USC-Spartanburg. He was a retired registered nurse working with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center and Carolinas Healthcare System for 30 plus years. He was an organist, pianist, vocalist, former choir director, Sunday School Teacher and Youth Director at New Hope Baptist Church in Charlotte, NC. Tim was a current member...
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