Barbara Carolyn DeKreek, wife of the late Velmar DeKreek, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2024. Born in Dayton, Ohio on August 16, 1938, she was a daughter of the late Carl Koerner and Miriam Ritchie Koerner. Barbara and Vel enjoyed traveling across the country together. They spent many years living in St. Petersburg, Florida where Barbara would enjoy her time walking on…

Robert “Bob” Okonewski, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle, passed away on February 26, 2025, in Cleveland, SC, at the age of 72. Born on July 5, 1952, in Milwaukee, WI, Bob was known for his tender heart, generous spirit, and unwavering support for those he loved.The devoted son of Jeanette Okonewski, who preceded him in death, Bob is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Linda Okonewski; his children, Stacy Waack (David Reyburn) and David…

Tony Robert Stapleton, 71, passed away on February 26, 2025. Tony was born in Chester, South Carolina to the late William Robert and Martha Stapleton. Tony earned his Bachelor of Science degree at Clemson University, a place that held a special significance in his life. While at Clemson, he proudly performed in the Tiger Band, an experience that enriched his college…

Mrs. Lillian Bryant Nicholson, 94, wife of the late Doyle Heyward Nicholson, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Born in Pickens County, a daughter of the late Perry Marion Bryant and the late Roxie Gilstrap Bryant, Mrs. Nicholson was a graduate of Easley High School and retired from the real estate industry. She was a…

Barbara Owens, affectionately known as Bobbie to friends and family, a much beloved wife to Fred Owens, devoted mother to Marty Sentell and Donna Mize (Tony) and wonderful “Nana” to Courtney Porter and special “Nana” to Michael Mize (Kayla) along with two great-grandchildren she adored watching grow, left this world to be with Jesus on February 25, 2025 surrounded by her family at her home.Bobbie was predeceased to heaven by her parents Oather and Rosalee Pilgrim and born on June…

Gaylene Fowler, a cherished soul known for her loving nature and kind heart, passed away on February 25, 2025, in Greenville, SC. She was born on January 5, 1965 in Torrance, California, she loved being with her daddy nicknamed Dutch on his farm and her mom teaching her things growing up. She lived a life of a military family. She said she always lived in almost every state. Gaylene’s life was a testament to the power of love, family, and…

Betty Louise Nelson Brice passed away on February 25, 2025. Born in Wellford, SC. She was the daughter of the late Willie Lee Nelson and Beauford Joy West Adamitis. She was a housekeeper before retiring and of the Baptist Faith.Surviving are daughters Marilyn Roberts and Lisa Brice Grandchildren Jake Brice and Cheyenne Ray and great grandson Riley Brice and two brothers Jerry Nelson (Janice) Greer, SC and Samuel “Sammy” Nelson (Bonita) of Laurens, SC and two sisters Patsy Nelson Thomas…