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.