Charles Lee Owens Easley, SC Charles Owens, age 77, of Easley, passed away on April 10, 2025. He was born on May 16, 1947 to Roy Clifford and Vera Glispie Owens. Charles retired from Michelin after 30 years. He was good at what he did and enjoyed working. He also loved fishing, camping, and most of all, dancing with his grandchildren. Charles is survived…

Eddie Gene Hicks, 83, of Liberty, South Carolina, loving husband of Linda Turner Hicks, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025. Born in Ninety-Six, South Carolina, he was a son of the late Gainow and Nellie Hicks. He was a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose vibrant spirit and warmth touched the lives of many. Eddie worked in the HVAC industry…

Michael L. Nix, aged 71, passed away at his home on Thursday,  April 10, 2025. Born on October 2, 1953, Michael lived a life filled with passion for the outdoors and devotion to his family. Michael was known for his love of turkey and deer hunting, as well as spending many hours fishing and tending to his yard. He is survived by…

Lovie Irene Autrey (Bennett) of Taylors, passed away April 10, 2025. She was the wife of the late Franklin Leon Autrey.Survivors include her two sons: Frankie (Crystal) Autrey, Jr. and Jason (Joseph) Autrey, four grandsons, and 6 great grandchildren.Her memorial service will be Wednesday, 4/16 at Taylors First Baptist Church, at 200 West Main Street, Taylors, SC, 29687. We will receive friends and family, at 1:30 pm and the service will be at 3 pm, located in the Chapel.If you…

Henri W. Bakker, 77, husband of the late Maria Stan Smith Terry – Weissmueller, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025. Born on March 22, 1948, in Helsinki, Finland, He was a son of the late Willeim and Eila – Lilsa Hallberg Bakker. Henri grew up in Finland where he and his elder sister, and his two brothers would swim in…

Juan Rafael Mercado Sanchez, known affectionately as Juan or Randy to his loved ones, passed away on April 10, 2025, in Taylors, South Carolina. Born on January 11, 1970, in the vibrant heart of Puerto Rico, Juan’s life was a testament to his loving nature, his humor, and his selfless disposition.Juan’s early years in Puerto Rico laid the foundation for a life filled with adventure and the joy of creating with his hands. His talents led him to a fulfilling…