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Martha Louise Hinton Lavender

February 12, 2025
Martha Louise Hinton Lavender, 87, of Greenville, South Carolina, loving wife of David Earl Lavender, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.  Born in Easley, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Frank Wyatt and Mary Evelyn Burdette Hinton. Louise graduated from Welcome High School in the class of 1955 and continued her education at Droughon’s Business College. She…
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Patricia Sams

February 12, 2025
Patricia Lorene Sams, affectionately known as Lorraine to her friends and family, passed away on February 12, 2025, in Greenville, SC, at the age of 83. Born on October 5, 1941, in Ware Shoals, SC, Lorraine was a beacon of light and joy to all who knew her.Lorraine’s life was marked by her spirited and passionate nature, which she brought into every space she entered. Her laughter was infectious, and her interest in the South Carolina Gamecocks, music, and movies…
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Ryan Powell Baker

February 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ryan Powell Baker, who left us on February 11, 2025, at the age of 30. Ryan was an extraordinary individual, and his life had a profound impact on all those who had the privilege of knowing him. His vibrant spirit, boundless energy, and creativity will forever be cherished by his family and friends.Ryan was an elite swimmer throughout high school, a talented baseball player, and an all-around passionate sports…
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Bonita J. Moore

February 11, 2025
Bonita J. Moore, affectionately known as Bonnie, passed away on February 11, 2025, at age 73, in Greenville, SC. Born on January 1, 1952, in Pittsfield, MA, Bonnie was a beacon of generosity and gentleness throughout her life.Bonnie is predeceased by her loving husband, Phil Moore, and is survived by her devoted children, Eric Anderson and his wife Kelsey, Melanie Moore and her husband Daniel, Bret Anderson and his wife Ashlee; her cherished 13 grandchildren, and her adored 11 great-grandchildren….
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Delesa Vaughn

February 11, 2025
Delesa Forrest Vaughn (Lisa), formerly of 6 Hindman Rd, transitioned peacefully into the glory of the Lord on February 11, 2025, at Prisma Downtown Hospital. She was 70 years old. Lisa was born on March 28, 1954, in Greenville, SC—the oldest of four children born to the late Rev. Roy Otto Forrest and Martha Cobb Forrest. She graduated from Union High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Winthrop University. She had a passion for children…
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Pamela Dianne Smith

February 11, 2025
Pamela Dianne Smith, known affectionately as Dianne to her friends and family, passed away on February 11, 2025, just one day shy of her 67th birthday. Born on February 12, 1958, in Columbia, South Carolina, Dianne was a beacon of love and selflessness throughout her life, touching the hearts of all who knew her.Dianne was predeceased by her devoted parents, Mallie Jo and Gary Arlen Brown, her brother Rodney Dale Brown, and her sister Donna Jo Brown Tyre. She leaves…
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Carol Stokes Hunter

February 11, 2025
Carol S. Hunter Easley, SC  Carol Stokes Hunter, 92, of Easley, beloved wife of the late Fred Garvin Hunter, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.  Born in Pickens County, she was a daughter of the late Bruce and Alta McDonald Stokes.  Carol was a graduate of Easley High School, Anderson College, and Draughon’s Business College. She…
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Mary Helen Bedenbaugh

February 11, 2025
Mary Helen Bedenbaugh, 86, of Easley, South Carolina, wife of the late Rev. Eugene “Gene” Holland Bedenbaugh, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.  Born on August 19, 1938 in Columbia, South Carolina, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Ruth “Winnie” Jackson. Mary Helen lived a life rich with love, laughter, and…
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Jim Maynard Tanquary

February 11, 2025
Jim Maynard Tanquary, a beloved patriarch and friend, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, in Greenville, SC, at the age of 93. Born on September 12, 1931, in Columbus, GA, he led a life defined by a deep-rooted faith, love for his family, hard work and service to his community. He proudly graduated from Georgia Southwestern College and Alabama Polytechnic Institute (now Auburn University), served in the U.S. Army and Georgia National Guard, and had a successful 35 year…
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Pamela Dianne Smith

February 11, 2025
Pamela Dianne Smith, known affectionately as Dianne to her friends and family, passed away on February 11, 2025, just one day shy of her 67th birthday. Born on February 12, 1958, in Columbia, South Carolina, Dianne was a beacon of love and selflessness throughout her life, touching the hearts of all who knew her.Dianne was predeceased by her devoted parents, Mallie Jo and Gary Arlen Brown, her brother Rodney Dale Brown, and her sister Donna Jo Brown Tyre. She leaves…
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