Frank “Martin” Zipperer, 90, husband of the late Gladys Evelyn Powell Zipperer, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Born in Jennings, Florida, he was a son of the late Carley and Jewel Stalvey Zipperer. Following the passing of his mother during his childhood, he was lovingly raised by his stepmother, Laverne Zipperer. Martin will be remembered as a man of…

Santhan John Ninan, 76, of Easley, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2026. Born in Kerala, India, he was a son of the late John K. and Ammini Ninan. He didn’t need much to be happy. He found joy in the little things, cherished the time he spent with his family, and understood that the greatest blessings in life are often the simplest. Santhan…

Margaret M. Gravely Easley, SC Margaret Melinda Waters Gravely, 88, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Chesnee on October 19, 1937, Margaret was a daughter of Boyce Lee Waters and Dorthula Porter Waters. She was a proud 1955 graduate of Easley High School. Margaret was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose family meant…

Wanda P. Clark, 71, wife of Wallace D. Clark, of Easley, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2026. Born in Marietta, OH, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Ruby Perry Smith. She found great joy in cheering on her favorite football team, the Ohio State Buckeyes and loved spending peaceful evenings with her husband, watching Westerns together. In addition to her…

James Matthew “J.M.” Ellison, 94, of Easley, South Carolina, husband of Bonnie Meece Ellison for more than 74 years, entered his heavenly home on Monday, October 5, 2026, at The Woodlands at Furman in Greenville, South Carolina. J.M. lived in Easley for most of his life, apart from his military service and the last several years, when he and Bonnie made…

Edward Leon Chappell Sr., 70, of Liberty, SC, passed away on October 5, 2026. Edward lived a life marked by an outgoing spirit and a kind heart. He was someone who enjoyed being around others and found happiness in the company of friends and family. Those who knew him will remember his warm nature and the easy way he connected with…