Jack Edward Drawdy, Jr., 61, of Easley, South Carolina, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025. Born in Horry County, South Carolina, he was a son of Jack “Jackie” Edward Drawdy, Sr. and the late Harriette Nash Drawdy. Jack was a 1981 graduate of Easley High School and an active member of Easley Presbyterian Church, where he served faithfully as a…

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Michael (Mike) Vernon Bay on Friday, March 21,2025.Born July 20, 1951, to Carl and Frances Bay in Pickens, SC, Mike was a lifelong resident of the upstate.He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Maxine Bay and his parents.Mike is survived by his brother, Jim Bay of Six Mile, South Carolina; his sons, Shane Bay (Kelley), Andy Bay (Sandy), both of Seneca, South Carolina, and Chad Bay (Ashley)…

Clarence Dean Rogers, 86, of Clemson, South Carolina, passed away peacefully March 21, 2025. Born in Lake View, SC, Clarence grew up in Fair Bluff, NC where he graduated from Fair Bluff High School. Throughout his high school years, he excelled in sports, and his passion for athletics remained a central part of his life. He went on to receive his…

Cynthia Elaine Loftis, loving mother, grandmother, and daughter, 64, of West Union, passed away on March 21, 2025.Born in Seneca, South Carolina she was the daughter of the late Curtis Derrick and Mary Ruth Smith Derrick.Survivors include her mother, her siblings; Janet (Lee) Brown, Diane Baker, Gail (Oscar) Buckler, and Annette (Bill) Moran, her three children; Michael (Ashley) Herron, Becky (Eddie) Putnam, and Brenda Gardner, other survivors include her grandchildren; Dillon Herron, Parker Herron, Paizley Herron, Brooke Putnam, Summer Putnam,…

Sarah Juanita Barnett, known affectionately as Juanita by her loved ones, passed away on March 21, 2025, in Greenville, SC, at the age of 92. Born on December 23, 1932, in Washington, Georgia, Juanita was a beacon of love and generosity throughout her life, touching the hearts of all who knew her.Juanita was the cherished wife of the late Kenneth Gwinn Barnett, and the daughter of the late Isaac Nathan Matthews and Hattie Viola Matthews. She grew up surrounded by…

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Vernon Roy Walker, a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and servant. Vernon passed away on March 21, 2025, at the age of 89, in his home in Greer, SC, where he had lived for over 20 years.A visitation to celebrate Vernon’s life will be held on June 22, 2025 at 2:00 pm, at Edwards Funeral Home in Eastland, Texas. All who knew Vernon are invited to join the family…

Mae Joyce Watson Wagner, passed away on March 21, 2025, in Greenville, SC, at the age of 93. Born on February 18, 1932, in Enoree, SC, she was a beacon of love and wisdom to all who knew her. Mae Joyce was the daughter of the late Nannie Eunice Miles Watson and Paul Elijah Watson, and she carried their legacy of kindness throughout her life. She was a Southern lady in the truest sense of the word.Mae Joyce was a…

Joyce York, a beacon of love and faith, passed away at her home on March 21, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on August 8, 1941, in Greenville, SC, Joyce’s life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and the joy she brought to those around her.Joyce was the cherished daughter of the late Alma Guthrie and Boyce Helton, and she grew up alongside her siblings, the late Clarence Helton, and Bobbie Guthrie. Her family was the cornerstone of…