Obituaries

Bessie Mae Smith Durham, 82, wife of the late L.C. Durham, of Pendleton went to be with the Lord on July 4, 2025. Born in Walhalla, SC, She was a daughter of the late Fletcher and Willie Blackwell Smith. Bessie loved to spend her time outdoors gardening. When she wasn’t outside, she could be found […]

Todd Oland Bayne, 60, husband of Beverly Wilborne Bayne, of Easley, passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025. Born in Greenville, he was a son of Barbara Case Bayne and the late Thurman “Buddy” Bayne. He was a man of strong Christian faith who found joy and solace in the outdoors, especially while hunting and fishing.