Obituaries

Mildred K. Varner Pickens, SC Mildred Kay Turley “Meme” Varner, 90, beloved wife of the late Vernon Duane “Papa” Varner, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026. Born in Ceres, VA, she was a daughter of the late Bascum and Vivian Neal Turley. Mrs. Varner retired from Getty’s Middle School after many years of dedicated service. […]

Darrell Owen Querin, 86, of Boiling Springs, SC, husband to Judith Ann Albert Querin, passed away on Wednesday, May 27,2026. Born on December 11, 1939, in Toledo, OH, to the late Elmer Querin and the late Eloise Hill Querin. He was a dedicated professional, cherished church member, and beloved individual. Throughout his life, Darrell distinguished

In loving memory of Carl David Finley, born to Carl and Clara Finley (both deceased) on March 16, 1971, in Greenville, SC, a beacon of love and kindness, who departed this life on May 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family near and far. David’s passing leaves a profound void, yet his legacy

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Lester Floyd James, who left this world peacefully and surrounded by his loving family. Lester Floyd James, 75, of Liberty, South Carolina, husband of Yong Sik James, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026. Born on December 27, 1950, in York County,

Mrs. Geraldine “Gerrie” Johnson Raines, 91, wife of the late Arthur Warren Raines, went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, May 31, 2026. Born in Oconee County, a daughter of the late Lawrence Sylvester Johnson and the late Thelma Fowler Johnson, Mrs. Raines retired from Alice Manufacturing Company with thirty-two years of service

Angela Lyn Allen, 50, of Central, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 30, 2026. Angela was born on November 7, 1975, in Starkville, MS and was raised in Clemson, SC. She graduated from D.W. Daniel High School in 1994, received her BS in Civil Engineering in 1999 and a

Marlene Edna Pendry, 75, of Piedmont, SC, a devoted nurse, loving mother, and vibrant spirit, passed away on May 27, 2026. Born on February 13, 1951, in Monmouth, Illinois, to Adrian Lewis and Edna Pauline Lefler, Marlene’s journey was one of deep passion and unwavering dedication, especially to those she cared for most. After high

Robert “Bob” Matthew Brewer, 74, passed away peacefully, surrounded by those he loved most. Born in Greenville, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Andrew Jack Brewer and Edna Page Brewer. Robert attended Carolina High School and later graduated from the University of South Carolina with a bachelor’s degree in International Studies. He

Helen Roper Carter, 79, of Easley, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 28, 2026, and entered into the presence of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Born in Greenville County, she was a daughter of the late John Anderson Roper and the late Frances Alberta Garrett Roper. Helen received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from

Paul Walter Landon Smith, III, 57, of Easley, South Carolina, husband of Renee Elizabeth Smith, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Born on September 16, 1968, in Greenville, South Carolina, he was a son of Joan Lockaby Smith and the late Paul Walter Landon Smith, Jr. A man whose life was marked by love,