Charles “Chuck” Houston Emery, Jr., 59, of Piedmont, South Carolina, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025.  At the request of the family, a full obituary and service arrangements will be shared once finalized. We are honored to serve the family during this time. Visit RobinsonFuneralHomes.com or Robinson Funeral Home & Crematory – Powdersville Road, Easley.

-Lina Maria Zapata, affectionately known as Lina to her loved ones, passed away in Greer, South Carolina on March 28, 2025. Born on February 2, 1980. Lina was a beacon of light in the lives of all who knew her, embodying the virtues of love, kindness, and selflessness throughout her journey on earth.Born to the late Julio Zapata and Stella Alzate, Lina was a cherished sister to Isabel Zapata and her husband Leo, and Diego Zapata and his wife Laura….

Richard Steven Samarel, known affectionately as Rick to his friends and family, formerly of Cream Ridge, NJ passed away on March 28, 2025, in Greer, South Carolina, at the age of 54.Rick was a beloved son to his mother Carol Fern, his father Marshall Samarel and his stepmother Paula Samarel. He was a fun-loving brother to Ken, Dan, Rob, Luke, and Megan, and was loved by all of his aunts, uncles and cousins.He joyfully, along with his late wife Lina,…