Obituaries
James Wesley Johnston
Jun 7, 2026
James “Jim” Wesley Johnston, 80, of Chapin, SC, entered eternal life surrounded in love on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Jim was born on June 3, 1946 in Evanston, Illinois to the late Fred B. and Evelyn W. Johnston. He was predeceased by his wife Linda Boland Johnston of 28 years, beloved companion Lynne White, and daughter Flora Amick. He is...
Mimia Eleanor Cromer
Jun 7, 2026
Mimia Eleanor Cromer, 85, of Newberry, South Carolina, died on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at White Oak Manor.
Born on April 7, 1941, in Newberry, South Carolina, she was a daughter to the late Harold Lee Cromer and Myrtle Childress Cromer.
After 28 years of dedicated service as a registered nurse at Whitten Center, she retired from her profession, but her compassion...
Homer Earl Bass, Jr.
Jun 5, 2026
Homer Earl Bass, Jr., passed away peacefully at home on June 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy as rich and full as any conversation he ever started, and he started plenty.
Born in San Antonio, Texas, on June 11, 1948, Homer lived a life of quiet but profound service. He answered his country’s call by serving in the United States Navy...
Raymond "Ray" Allen Hamilton
Jun 5, 2026
With hearts full of sorrow and gratitude, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Raymond “Ray” Allen Hamilton, who entered into eternal life with our Lord and Savior on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the age of 90. Born in Richmond, California, on May 22, 1936, he was the son of the late Clifford Chester and Edna Mary Smith...
Ingeborg Sonja Fothe
Jun 3, 2026
Ingeborg “Inge” Sonja Fothe, 96, of Chapin, South Carolina, died peacefully Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
Born on August 26, 1929, in the historic city of Dresden, Germany, she was the daughter to the late Wilhelm Rudolf Rentzsch and Wally Carola Wulff Rentzsch.
Inge met Herman, who was stationed in Nuremberg, Germany post World War II, fell in love and they were married....
Elizabeth Geraldine "Geri" Gambill
Jun 1, 2026
Elizabeth Geraldine “Geri” Gambill, 83, of Chapin, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026.
Elizabeth was dedicated to serving others and took great pride in her role as a nurse. At the time of her retirement, she was serving as the Administrator at J.F. Hawkins Nursing Home.
Elizabeth was never one to sit still. She was an avid gardener, loved...
Fredrick Donald Welch, Jr.
May 24, 2026
Mr. Fredrick Donald Welch, Jr. died Sunday, May 24, 2026 in Chapin South Carolina, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Greensboro, North Carolina, on December 29, 1946, he was the son of Fredrick D. Welch, Sr. and Virginia Welch of Highpoint, North Carolina.
Prior to retirement, he was employed by Lexington Furniture and was Vice-President of Burris Furniture.
He graduated from...
Charles "Chuck" E. Titus & Ann Mueller Titus
2026
Charles (Chuck) and Ann Titus died and entered the church triumphant in Summerfield, FL on April 10 and May 23, 2026.
Chuck was born in Lackawanna, New York on May 5, 1934. He was the son of Lester C. Titus and Florence Piersanti. Ann was born in Buffalo, NY on February 22, 1936. She was the daughter of Gerhard Mueller and...
Christopher W. Routon
May 22, 2026
Christopher Woodfin Routon, 56, of Newberry, South Carolina, died on Friday, May 22th, 2026, at Newberry Health Hospital. Born on February 9th, 1970, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Christopher was a son of Agnes M. Routon and the late George Woodfin Routon.
Christopher’s spirit never wavered and he lived a life full of love and devotion to his family and friends. He...
John S. Frick
May 8, 2026
John S. Frick, 71, of Little Mountain died Friday, May 8, 2026, at his home.
Born on October 17, 1954, in Little Mountain, he was the son of the late Charles Albert and Caroline Shealy Frick.
John graduated with a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Carolina, earned his Professional Engineering license, Senior Reactor Operator’s license, among many...
Gary Tusten Pope
May 8, 2026
“You'll have a better time if you're invited" was often-repeated, excellent fatherly advice, and on May 8, 2026, the Lord invited Gary Pope to Heaven after a courageous and tremendously good-humored battle with lymphoma. A master conversationalist of wide and varied interests, he illuminated cocktail parties, family gatherings, and dinner parties with his wit and humor. He gave freely of...
Don Sheeley
May 7, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that Mrs. Phyllis Yvette Dickert Sheeley and her family announce the death of her beloved husband, Mr. Donald Robert Sheeley, 85.
Mr. Sheeley entered into rest on Thursday, May 7, 2026. The Directors of Whitaker Funeral Home are caring for the family in Newberry, SC, and the Directors of Brown-Pennington-Atkins Funeral Home & Crematory are caring...
Margaret Elizabeth Long Neel
May 6, 2026
Margaret Elizabeth Long Neel, 92, widow of George William “Bill” Neel, of Newberry, South Carolina, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at J.F Hawkins Nursing Home on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Born in Newberry, South Carolina, on October 31, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Felton Buford Long and Cleo Epting Long Wise.
Being a “PROUD” U.S. Military...
R. Lewis Hawkins
May 5, 2026
Roland “Lewis” Hawkins Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital.
Born March 6, 1943, in Newberry, South Carolina, to the late Roland Lewis Hawkins Sr. and Gladys Bowers Hawkins, Lewis lived a life marked by intelligence, quiet strength, deep love for his family, and pride in the...
Winnie Davenport Senn
May 1, 2026
Winnie Davenport Senn, 87, of Newberry died Friday, May 1, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Born on August 26, 1938, in Newberry County, SC, she was a daughter of the late William and Lola Hendrix Davenport and was the last surviving member of her family. Winnie was blessed to have grown up in a large and loving family, and she cherished...
Marcia Mathews Reichert
Apr 29, 2026
Marcia Mathews Reichert, age 88, of Newberry, S.C., passed away peacefully in the presence of her loving husband, Jack, on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Newberry Health Hospital.
Born September 12, 1937, in Andalusia, Ala., she was the daughter of the late Byron and Georgia Lowman Mathews. She married Jack Edward Reichert on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14, 1960, and they just...
Dana Marie Brady Monts
Apr 26, 2026
Dana Marie Brady Monts, 70, of Chapin, South Carolina, died at Lexington Medical Center on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
Born on December 30, 1955, in Bergen County, New Jersey, Dana was a daughter of the late Jack and Majorie Veltri Brady.
As a woman of deep faith, Dana has always prioritized being active in her church. She previously served as the church...
Carol Diane Mushrush Hamilton
Apr 24, 2026
With hearts full of sorrow and gratitude, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Carol Diane Hamilton (Mushrush), who entered into eternal life with our Lord and Savior on Friday, April 24th, 2026, at the age of 82. Born in Pasadena, California, on June 30, 1943, Carol was a loving and devoted wife and Mother who lived wholeheartedly for...
Oluseyi Solomon Ilesanmi
Apr 17, 2026
Oluseyi Solomon Ilesanmi, 57, of Newberry, South Carolina, died on April 17, 2026. Born in Nigeria on May 22, 1968, he was the son of the late Solomon Olubusuyi Ilesanmi and Muyinat Bolajoko Onikoyi-Roberts.
A graveside service will be held at 3:00 P.M. on May 16, 2026, at Newberry Memorial Gardens. The service will be livestreamed here for those unable to...
Madeleine Roger
Apr 15, 2026
Madeleine R. Roger, 80, formerly of Dayton, Maine, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Born in the coastal town of Biddeford, Maine, on November 20, 1945, Madeleine was the daughter of the late Emile and Lillian (Dube) Verville. She dedicated her career to helping others, working as a compassionate caregiver for individuals with developmental challenges until her retirement.
A woman of...
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