Thomas Hepworth Oswald entered his next life on August 17, 2026 at Patriot’s Village in Sumter, South Carolina. He was born in 1936 in Natchez, Mississippi, the son of Thomas Hepworth Oswald, Sr., and Juanita Sandidge Oswald. He was predeceased by his younger brother, John Charles Oswald. Tom was married for 42 years to the late Elizabeth Barton, of Marion, Alabama….

Charles David Carter, 78, of Easley, South Carolina, passed away on August 16, 2026. Born in Walterboro, South Carolina, on September 17, 1947, Charlie was the son of the late Rev. Frank Carter and Carolyn K. Carter. Charlie lived a life firmly grounded in faith, deeply devoted to family, and generously committed to serving others. Charlie attended Mars Hill College, where…

Shantabahen H. Patel, 73, of Easley, South Carolina, wife of Hasmukhbhai C. Patel, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at her home. Born in India, she was a daughter of the late Jethabhai and Funaben Patel. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Ankur Patel; and a daughter, Nimisha Patel. Pooja and Visitation will be held at 10:00…

Peggy Elizabeth Loveland Wood, 84, of Easley, South Carolina, wife of the late Jerry “Don” Wood, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2026. Born on March 26, 1942, in Anderson County, South Carolina, she was a daughter of the late Newton Loveland and Mildred Spivey Loveland Gordon. Peggy’s journey began with a nurturing spirit and unwavering faith. A devoted Christian, she…

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June K. Blanton Easley, SC June Kelly Blanton, 91, born in Pickens County on November 27, 1934, to the late Clarence and Gladys Dodgens Kelly, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at her home. Mrs. Blanton was a graduate of Lander University and received her master’s degree from Clemson University. She taught at West End Elementary School for 18 years, from 1970…

Sandra Anne Glenney, lovingly known as Sandy, entered the presence of her Savior on August 12, 2026. She was born on April 17, 1956, to Vincent and Elizabeth Sayre in Watertown, New York, during a terrific blizzard. She had one older brother Douglas who preceded her in death earlier this year. She spent her childhood wading through the New York…

Linda Sue Turner Warren, wife of Robert D. Warren, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Born in Carrollton, GA, she was a daughter of the late William M. Turner and Lera Mae Smith Thrower. Linda was a “Certified Horticulturist”, she loved growing beautiful flowers, roses being some of her favorites. When she wasn’t working in the garden, she would spend her time…

William “Bill” Austin Cason Jr, 67, of Piedmont, SC, beloved husband of Linda Bridges Cason, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Bill was a son of the late William Cason, Sr. and the late Etta Roper Cason. He was known for his unique presence and fun-loving energy. Bill was always known to be a hard worker, family provider, loving father,…

Linda S. Giehls Easley, SC Linda Lorraine Scheerer Giehls, 72, wife of the late Robert Thomas Giehls, who passed away on June 20, 2026, passed away on August 10, 2026, at her home. Born on February 11, 1954, in Chicopee, MA, she was the daughter of Joan Lusk Scheerer of Palm Coast, FL, and the late Robert Scheerer. Linda was a graduate of Becker…