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John Robert Lee 2024 John Robert Lee, 92, of Highland Drive, formerly of Ware Shoals, widower of Josephine "Jo" Wright Lee, died Monday, June 10, 2024 at his home. Born in Trion, GA, he was a son of the late Raymond and Mary Brock Lee. He was of the Presbyterian faith. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, Korean War where he served as a radio operator. A 1950 graduate of Trion High School, he was an All American football player. He later graduated with a BS in Computer Engineering from Jacksonville State College of Jacksonville, AL in 1959. He retired as Business and Communications Analyst from Self Regional Hospital. He was previously employed by Riegel Textile Co. in data processing. He loved Trion...

Mildred Davis 2024 Mildred Louise Strickland Davis, 84, of Hwy 25, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 9, 2024. Born in Honea Path, she was a daughter of the late Harold Haynie and Gladys Bertha Timms Strickland. She was a member of Harmony United Methodist Church and had attended Mt Bethel United Methodist Church. She was retired from Riegel Textile Corporation. She previously worked at Ware Shoals Dye and Print and Richloom. She was a loving mother and grandmother and loved teaching Sunday school and loved her animals. Surviving are: three daughters, Theresa (Eddie) Robinson of Laurens, Donna (Charles) Sullivan of Ware Shoals, and Chandra (Richard) Christian of Greenwood; her sister Carol Landers of Ware...

Ken Knight 2024 North Augusta, SC- Celebration of Life Services for Ken Knight, 66, who entered into rest June 8, 2024, will be conducted Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Grace United Methodist Church Lake Site. Mr. Steven "Hot Rod" LaMance and Mr. Jay Bass officiating. The Grace United Methodist Church Lake Site entrance is located on US Hwy 28, 2.2 miles North of the US Hwy 221 intersection. Signage will be apparent marking the location. The family will receive friends following the service. As Ken would say, "Come as you are," the family is requesting that guest in attendance wear racing attire or the color blue. Ken was born September 2, 1957, in Greenwood, SC to the late Claude Ervin and Mildred...

David Reid Ellis 2024 David Reid Ellis, 74, of West Columbia, S C, died on June 8, 2024, at the Still Hopes retirement community following an extended illness. A native of Due West, SC, he was born on March 8, 1950, to parents Roddey Stevenson Ellis, Jr, and Mary Frances Reid Ellis. He was a graduate of the University of South Carolina with a bachelor's degree in journalism and Juris Doctorate from the USC School of Law. He enjoyed a 37-year career with the Veterans Affairs Regional Office in Columbia, SC, retiring as Deputy General Counsel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a nephew, Bowen Ellis. Reid is survived by his brothers, Roddey Ellis III (Jane) of Greenville, SC and Betts...

Sharlene Cavender 2024 Sharlene Fay Cavender, 90, formerly of Ninety Six, widow of Paul Cavender, passed away Friday, June 7, 2024 at NHC of Greenwood. Harley Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.

Sharlene Cavender 2024 Sharlene Fay Cavender, 90, formerly of Ninety Six, widow of Paul Cavender, passed away Friday, June 7, 2024 at NHC of Greenwood. Born in Loraine, OH, she was a daughter of the late Irvine and Virginia Mollenkop. Sharlene was a kind and compassionate woman, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. She found joy in attending her church at Temple Baptist, socializing with friends, and most of all, in spending time with her family. Sharlene could be found in her kitchen a lot of times making delicious meals for her loved ones. She also treasured the routine time she spent with her daughter, getting their hair done. In addition to her parents, Irvine and Virginia, and husband,...

Eric Attaway 2024 Eric Phillip Attaway, 47, of Waterloo, passed away Friday, June 7, 2024 at Self Regional Medical Center. Harley Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.

John "Pee Wee" Simpson 2024 John "Pee Wee" Murff Simpson, Jr., husband of 70 years of Ellen Wood Simpson, of East Summit Drive, died Friday, June 7, 2024 at Self Regional Hospital in Greenwood. Born in Laurens County, he was a son of the late John Murff Sr. and Jannie Belle Bolt Simpson. He was a member of the Ware Shoals First Baptist Church and was retired as MSgt. after 42 years of service in the South Carolina Army National Guard. He was a member of the Ware Shoals Lodge #406 A.F.M. After graduating in the Class of 1953, Ware Shoals High School, he graduated from Erskine College. Surviving are his wife, Ellen of the home, two daughters, Melanie Aga (Rick) of Greenwood and Jill Evans (Ricky) of Easley, five...

Annie Ruth "Doll" Ross 2024 Greenwood, SC- Annie Ruth "Doll" Ross, 67, of 505 Davis Street, departed this walk of life on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Self Regional Healthcare. Born in Greenwood, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Guy Ross Sr., and the late Julia Rapley. She was a member of Old Field Bethel A.M.E. Church, where she was the secretary of the Senior Choir and Usher Board. She is preceded in death by a brother, John Ross, and a grandson, Joseph Prince. She leaves to cherish her memories, two daughters, Tonita Prince, and LaQuetta Ross both of Greenwood, SC; two brothers, Rev. Guy (Ida Mae) Ross Jr. of Ware Shoals, and Wiley Ross of Greenwood, SC; one sister, Ida Mae Gilliam of Greenwood, SC;...

Phil Ellis 2024 Philip "Phil" Wayne Ellis, 86, of Troy, husband of Betty Ellis, passed away Thursday, June 6, 2024 at Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont. Harley Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.

Mike Winchester 2024 Michael "Mike" D. Winchester, 56, of Greenwood, passed away Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Hospice and Palliative Care of the Piedmont. Born in Greenwood on July 4, 1967 to Linda Gayle Long Winchester and the late Carl MacArthur "Mac" Winchester. Mike was a self-taught electrician in the construction industry, known for his dedication and skill. He had a passion for NASCAR, with a special admiration for Dale Earnhardt, and enjoyed working on and fixing cars and dirt bikes. A simple man at heart, he cherished spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his mother, Linda Winchester, his sons, Brandon Winchester (Chris Wilkie), Steven Winchester (Jessie), and his daughter,...

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