Obituaries
Cremation Society of South Carolina
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…
Cremation Society of South Carolina
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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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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Patricia Ann McGrath
February 10, 2025
Patricia Ann McGrath
Lyman, SC
Patricia McGrath, age 88, of Easley, passed away on February 10, 2025.
She was born on May 10, 1936 to Donald and Helen Patterson. She was married to her husband, Frank McGrath, for 68 years. She was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening, helping her husband with his swim team that he ran, and…
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Charles Ancel Holtzclaw
February 9, 2025
Charles Ancel Holtzclaw, 81, known affectionately as Charley to his friends and family, was called home on February 9, 2025. Born on September 18, 1943, in Kannapolis, NC, to the late Charles Cape Holtzclaw, and Alma Louise Roberson. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Holtzclaw, who was the love of his life of 56 years.Charley was a graduate of A.L. Brown High School in Kannapolis, NC., Tri-County Technical College, and the SC Criminal Justice Academy. His…
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Melisha Ann Jones
February 9, 2025
Melisha Ann Jones, lovingly known as Melisha to family and friends, passed away at the age of 51 on February 9, 2025, at Laurens Hospital. Born on June 27, 1973, in North Carolina, Melisha’s early years laid the foundation for her lifetime of warmth and kindness.Melisha is survived by her devoted husband Jackson Hicks, her beloved son Jesse Jones, her cherished nephew Wesley Thomas, her caring sister-in-law Mary Herndon, her adoring nephews Christopher Hicks, Wesley Thomas, Dakota Miller, her esteemed…
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William Minor Dowler
February 9, 2025
William (Bill) Minor Dowler, 92, surviving spouse of Dorothea Dowler, died February 9, 2025 at Oconee Memorial Hospital of Seneca, SC. Born November 10, 1932, in Birch Tree, MO, he was the son of the late Paul and Lillian Dowler. He was retired from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and a U.S. Army Veteran.
Bill attended the University of Missouri and…
