Obituaries

Jul 17, 2025

Faye Langford Long, 89, of Prosperity, SC, died July 17, 2025, at J.F. Hawkins Nursing Home. Faye was born August 26, 1935, to the late James Marion & Frances Elizabeth "Lizzie" Richardson Langford. She grew up in the Jolly Street and St. Paul's Church community of Newberry County. She is a graduate of Pomaria High School.

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Jul 6, 2025

Nicholas "Nick" Scott Phillips, 27, of Kinards, South Carolina, died Sunday, July 6, 2025, in Newberry, South Carolina, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

Born on June 11, 1998, in Newberry, SC, he was a son of Natosha Barker Phillips and the late Michael Shawn Phillips.

Nick enjoyed spending time with his children,...

Jul 3, 2025

Julia Noe Greene, 95, of Newberry, SC, died July 3, 2025, in Newberry surrounded by her family.

Born on January 10, 1930, in Oklahoma, she was a daughter of the late Julian and Ellen Noe.

Julia was a kind and caring person and never complained about anything. She grew up during The Great Depression and...

Jul 3, 2025

Jorge Alberto Aguila Camarena, 42, of Chapin, SC, died July 3, 202. Born March 9, 1983, in Jala, Nayarit, Mexico, to Jorge Aguila Martinez and Juana Genoveva Camarena.

Jorge discovered his passion for upholstery at a young age, learning the craft at his father's side. What began as a childhood skill turned into a successful career, where...

Jun 29, 2025

Vesta Jeannette Poag, 88, of Newberry, SC, died Sunday, June 29, 2025, at her residence. Born on November 27th, 1936, in Newberry, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Jacob Newton Dickert and Rebecca Alliene Waldrop Dickert. She was married to the late James Ervin Poag.

Jeannette, a beacon of love, selflessness, and devotion. Over...

Jun 26, 2025

"Words cannot adequately express my love and appreciation for you, but I will give it a try…

WOW what a life I have had! And now I get to experience it in a new way as I graduate to the next level. One close to God but in another way. One that I really cannot describe or...

Jun 26, 2025

Steven Ray Burke, 68, of Chapin, SC, entered into eternal rest on June 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 4th, 1956, in New London, Connecticut, to the late Raymond and Mildred Burke.

Steve was the faithful husband of Susan Burke with whom he built a beautiful life rich with family and...

Jun 22, 2025

William "Eric" DeYoung, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and veteran, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, service, and quiet strength. Born on February 3, 1948, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to the late Virginia Gary Pollard and William Landrum DeYoung, Eric grew up in Greer, SC, where he developed a deep sense of responsibility and purpose that would...

Jun 19, 2025

Kay Ellen Bittinger McPherson, 72, of Prosperity, South Carolina, died June 19, 2025, at her home. Born September 17, 1952 in Nebraska, she was the daughter of the late Billy and Margie Bittinger.

Kay was a beloved grandmother and mother to her family. She was known to be bold, honest and straightforward person. She was surrounded with...

Jun 15, 2025

Martha Ann Richardson, 82, of White Rock, SC, died June 15, 2025. Born November 12, 1942, in Woodstock, VA, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Clarence Luther and Mrs. Floy Surena (Harmon) Richardson, Sr.

Martha was very active and outgoing. She was a member of WELCA at St. John Lutheran Church, the bell choir at...

Jun 13, 2025

Monaca Leigh Wiggers Harrelson, 51, of Columbia, South Carolina, died June 13, 2025, at Prisma Health Richland. Born December 29, 1973, in Lumberton, North Carolina, she was the daughter of Daniel "Dan" Sheeley Wiggers and Jaquelynn "Jackie" Marlene Metts Wiggers.

She was a member of Pomaria Lutheran Church. She has been employed the state of South Carolina...

Jun 11, 2025

"…and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever," Raelynn Marleen Hyler was called to Jesus' home hours after her arrival on June 11, 2025. Hours felt like only seconds on this earth to those who love her but she left a lasting legacy with all who were excited for her arrival.

Her entourage included...

Jun 9, 2025

Cathryn Huffstetler Summer of Chapin, daughter of the late Mary Aileen Amick and the late Harvey Bernard "Doc" Huffstetler", died peacefully at home on Monday, June 9, 2025. Born August 30, 1932 in rural Chapin, she attended Chapin Schools and graduated as one of 26 in the class of 1950. Cathryn often said that she learned many lessons through...

Jun 5, 2025

Anthony (Tony) B. VenGraitis, age 87, passed away on June 5, 2025 in White Rock, South Carolina. Tony was born on October 11, 1937 in Elizabeth, New Jersey. He led a good life and radiated warmth and humor that touched everyone who knew him.

Tony graduated Jefferson High School in Elizabeth in 1955, and worked for many...

Jun 3, 2025

Rose Desrosiers, 87, passed away peacefully at her home in Chapin, SC on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 with family at her side.

She courageously battled colon cancer while being faithfully supported and cared for by her eldest son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Virginia Desrosiers, who live down the road with her grand dog, Teddy, who brought her...

May 25, 2025

Robert Harold "Bob" Owen, 79, of Newberry, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Prisma Richland Hospital, surrounded by loved ones.

Born on December 31, 1945, in Atlanta, Georgia, he was the son of the late Lawrence Clifton and Christine Key Owen.

Bob was known for his adventurous spirit and lifelong love of...

May 23, 2025

William Allen "Al" Cullens, 86, of Prosperity, SC, died May 23, 2025. Born August 19, 1938, in Tennille, GA, to the late Cecil Lee and Roberta Doris (Hodges) Cullens.

Al grew up in Oceanside, CA, and received an architectural engineering degree. Al proudly served in the US Navy Reserves before a long and successful career as a...

May 23, 2025

Jimmy Ray Pruitt, 85, of Newberry, SC passed away at his home on May 23, 2025 surrounded by his family.

Born on September 30, 1939 in Newberry County, he was the son of the late Jimmie S. Pruitt.

Jimmy Ray was a graduate of Newberry College, where he met the love of his life when...

May 23, 2025

Lisa Fischer Minick, 64, of Winnsboro, SC, died on Friday, May 23, 2025, at her home. Born on January 7, 1961, in Newberry, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Albert Fischer and Anne Fischer.

Lisa was a long-time member at The Lutheran Church of The Redeemer in Newberry. Lisa was an all around wonderful...

May 18, 2025

Thomas Bly Triplett, 49, of Chapin, SC, died May 18, 2025. He was born October 4, 1975, in Columbia, SC, to Larry E. Triplett and Tommie (Smoak) Marsh.

Bly was a creator and expressed his artistry best through his culinary talents and his oil paintings. He started cooking early on, where he trained under Chef Mike at...