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Lonnie Aster Thacker, 76, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023. Born in Haysi, VA, he was the son of the late Lonnie and Melvina Fuller Thacker. Lonnie served his country as a member of the United States Air Force, and later worked at the Naval Air Station in Orange Park, FL. He is survived by son, Roland Thacker (Debra); daughter, Samantha Thacker; three grandchildren, Jessica Aquaviva (Pete), Kendall Hayworth, and Seth Leach; five brothers, Donnie Thacker, Victor Thacker, Dennis Thacker, Jeffrey Thacker, and Darrell Thacker; two great-grandchildren, Liam Kellman, and Luna Hayworth. A private service will be held at a later date. Favorite memories and...

Lonnie Aster Thacker, 76, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023. Born in Haysi, VA, he was the son of the late Lonnie and Melvina Fuller Thacker. Lonnie served his country as a member of the United States Air Force, and later worked at the Naval Air Station in Orange Park, FL. He is survived by son, Roland Thacker (Debra); daughter, Samantha Thacker; three grandchildren, Jessica Aquaviva (Pete), Kendall Hayworth, and Seth Leach; five brothers, Donnie Thacker, Victor Thacker, Dennis Thacker, Jeffrey Thacker, and Darrell Thacker; two great-grandchildren, Liam Kellman, and Luna Hayworth. A private service will be held at a later date. Favorite memories and...

We are saddened to announce the passing of Elizabeth "Libby" Fincel Ross, who joined her beloved husband, John McDowell Ross, in peaceful repose on Monday, April 24, 2023. She was 88 years old. Born December 26, 1934, in Frankfort, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Clayton and Clara Fincel. Libby was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt. She is survived by her sisters, Jeanette Greenwell, Ann Moore, and Virginia Redford; her children, Karen Corsiglia (Charles), David (Cil Aquino Ross), Stephen, Laura (Tom Smith), and Michael (Erin Lavelle); 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and more nieces and nephews (and great-nieces and great-nephews) than...

74, of Easley, husband of Barbara Eller, died Monday, April 3, 2023. Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown

Michael Robert Gross, 66, husband of Shannon Gross, died Friday, December 23, 2022. Born in Solon, OH, he was the son of the late Marvin and Pauline Schultz Gross. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Lindsay Long and husband, John; son, Kellen Gross and wife, Natasha Zomcik; four grandchildren, Avery Long, Natalie Long, John Long, and Levon Gross; and his sister, Evelyn Keathley and husband, Zack. A visitation will be held Thursday, December 29, 2022 from 10:30 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Southeast followed by the funeral service at 12:00 noon in the Chapel. Burial will be in Graceland East Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Upstate...

Marion Jean Spitzmiller, 82, died Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Born in Peru, IL, she was the daughter of the late George and Catherine Meyer Smith. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, September 19, 2022 at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Society of St Vincent de Paul c/o St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 2252 Woodruff Rd., Simpsonville, SC 29681. To read the full obituary and leave condolences for the family, please visit www.thomasmcafee.com.

Mary Nell Coward, 81, wife of Rev. Dr. Parnell Coward, passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022. Born in Lake City, Florida, she was a daughter of the late Alvin and Nellie Bethea Markham. Mrs. Coward was an amazing public speaker who never met a stranger, was kind, and loved and witnessed to everyone. She was Spirit led and served as a missionary with the Church of God in both Switzerland and Barbados. Mary was also a talented writer who wrote poems as well as songs. She was a loving Pastor's wife and wonderful mother and grandmother. She was a faithful member of Boiling Springs Church of God. In addition to her husband of 60 years, she is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Johnson and...

Maxie Fletcher Moorehead, 89, husband of the late Billie Solesbee Moorehead, died Tuesday, February 15, 2022. Born in Greenville, SC, he was the son of the late John and Frances Edwards Moorehead. Mr. Moorehead served his country as a member of the United States Navy, and was a member of the Challengers Sunday School Class at First Baptist Simpsonville. He retired from Connie Maxwell Children's Home after thirty years. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, and spending time with his family. He is survived by his daughters, Denise Birchmore, and Donna Webb and husband, Alton; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by both of his siblings, John C Moorehead and Velma Grisham. A...

Roger Edward Hesdorffer, 83, husband of Janice Hesdorffer, died peacefully Friday February 4, 2022. Born in Missoula, MT, he was the son of the late Dr. Meredith and Ruth Burkhard Hesdorffer. Mr. Hesdorffer was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Summerville, SC. A graduate of the University of Virginia and member of Phi Kappa Psi fraternity, he served three years in the US Air Force before spending his entire career with Dupont. In addition to his wife of fifty five years, he is survived by his daughters, Bentley Liebenow and husband, Steve, and Margaret Palmquist and husband, Mark; four grandchildren, Abigail Morningstar and husband, Riley, Elizabeth Palmquist, Thomas...

Patricia A. Gajda, PHD, passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022, just two days prior to her 81st birthday. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Gajda was the daughter of the late Thaddeus and Rose Rusnaczyk Gajda. She was a devout and life-long Catholic. Dr. Gajda received a Bachelor of Science degree from St. John College, a Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Texas at Tyler, and both a Master of Arts degree and her Doctorate from Case Western University. Beginning in 1974, Dr. Gajda was a Professor at the University of Texas at Tyler. She taught the history of World Civilizations including Russia and China with a focus on Modern Europe. In 1982, Dr. Gajda's book, Postscript to...

Thomas Felton Wilson, 89, husband of Addie Belle Wilson, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022. Born in Belton, SC, he was the son of the late James and Zoie Stacks Wilson. Felton served his country as a member of the US Air Force and was a retired employee of Cryovac. He was a member of Five Forks Baptist Church as well as the Hejaz Shrine Club. In addition to his wife of 62 years, left to cherish his memory are three daughters, Sheila Smalley, and her fiance, Bob Keegan, Sherri Hawkins, and her husband, Phil, and Jackie Brown and her husband, Bob Brown; two granddaughters, Amanda Marcengill and her husband, Matt, and Michelle Abernathy and her husband, Brad; three great-grandsons,...

Rev. Dr. Alvin B. O'Shields, 90, of Greer, husband of the late Jo Ellen Rouda O'Shields, passed away Tuesday, October 19, 2021. Born January 14, 1931 in Pickens County, he was a son of the late B.D. and Eula Chastain O'Shields. Dr. O'Shields served pastorates in both North and South Carolina. In his later years of ministry, he served as the Director of Missions for the Spartanburg County Baptist Association. He is survived by his two children, Dale O'Shields (Terry) of Gaithersburg, MD and Debbie Goodson (Keith) of Greenville, SC; three grandchildren, Christi Rivera (Steve), and Jessica McAuliff (Justin), all of Gaithersburg, MD, and Joshua Goodson of Godwin, NC; seven great...

Sheri Lou Beardsley Owens, 52, wife of Brian Owens, died on Monday, August 16, 2021. Born in Shell Lake, WI, she was a daughter of Craig and Betty Lou Beardsley. Sheri was involved in the Greenville County Volunteer School Initiative, was a Student Connect Teacher at First Baptist Simpsonville, and a Volunteer with Angel Tree. She enjoyed walking, hiking, camping, feeding hummingbirds, and gardening. In addition to her parents and husband, she is survived by her four children, Larry Gideon Owens, Titus Louis Owens, Lydia Christina Lou Owens, and Levi Brian Owens; sister, Julia Ann Kistler and husband, Gordon; brother, Brian Leon Beardsley and wife, Arlene; Brian's parents, Larry Jackson...

Kerri J. Hill of Simpsonville, South Carolina passed into the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, July 30, following a long illness. A native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Kerri is the daughter of Dick and Nancy Gritter. In addition to her parents, Kerri is survived by her beloved children, Justin Hill, Jr. of Westminster, Colorado, Rebekah Hill and Riley Hill of Pickens, SC; precious grandson, Colton Landrum of Pickens, SC; sister and brother-in-law, Kristen and James Cox of Long Beach, California; brother and sister-in-law, Rich and Lisa Gritter of Holland, Michigan; brother, David Du of Grand Rapids, Michigan; and sister, Patricia Volkers, of The Netherlands. She was preceded in her...

William Howard Boyd, Jr., 70, born July 5, 1950, died on June 20, 2021. Howard is survived by his wife of 45 years, Susan Sherer Boyd, his son William Howard Boyd, III, his son Thomas Beattie Boyd, Sr., his daughter-in-law Jamie Leigh Boyd, his grandson Thomas Beattie Boyd, Jr., his sister Betty Anne Domm (Terry), his brother Jim Boyd (Joanie), his brother-in-law Tom Sherer (Judy), and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his father, William Howard Boyd, Sr., his mother Anne Paisley Boyd, and his sister Margaret Maguire. Howard graduated from Davidson College in 1972. After serving two years in The United States Army, he attended the University of South Carolina School...

Robert A. Bagwell, also known as Bob, Bags, and Bobby, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 surrounded by his family at 89 years of age. The epitome of a true southern gentleman, Bob was a dedicated husband, loving father, and amazing Papa. He was known for his quick wit, hearty laugh, loyalty, contagious smile, and most of all, his love for family. Bob lived by his mantra of God first, family second, then everything else. Bob was born in Clinton, SC later moving to Simpsonville, SC where he graduated from Simpsonville High School in 1950. Following high school, Bob joined the South Carolina National Guard and United States Air Force. After three years of service to our...

Robert Riley Smith, 70, died on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 in Fountain Inn, SC. He was born in Albany, Georgia to Henry and Orelle Riley Smith. He graduated from Albany High School in 1968 and the University of Georgia in 1972. He practiced Accounting for 47 years, starting his own firm in 1986. Bobby's clients were very important to him. He really enjoyed working with them throughout the years. Bobby was a member of the Georgia Society of CPAs and served as President of the Albany chapter. Bobby enjoyed serving his community as well. He served as President of the Albany Humane Society Board, Treasurer of the Albany Symphony Board and Treasurer of the Kiwanis Club. Bobby also served on the...

Jo Ellen Rouda O'Shields, 88, wife of Rev. Dr. Alvin B. O'Shields, went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 12, 2021. Born in Greenville, SC on September 4,1932, she was the daughter of the late Remus H. and Edna Bridges Rouda. Jo Ellen graduated from Welcome High School and went on to earn her Associates Degree in Secretarial Science from North Greenville University. She was very active on campus as she sang in the College Choir as well as the Ladies Ensemble, and served as a BSU officer. Once married, Jo Ellen served in many areas of ministry with her pastor husband. She taught Sunday School, worked with youth, and was involved in the music ministry. She also was a substitute...

Leon Jackson Helms, 81, husband of Vera Helms, passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2021. Born in Seadrift, TX, he was the son of the late Y. Z. and Mary Epley Helms. Leon was a member of Reedy Fork Baptist Church. Having been born near the coast of Texas, Leon had a love for shrimping. In addition to his loving wife of 59 years, left to cherish his memory are his two daughters, Tammy Helms, and Debbie Tucker (Tim); granddaughter, Megan Burton (Scott); step granddaughter, Shana Parker (Matthew); two great-grandchildren, Ellie and Gayson; three step great-grandchildren, Jack, Penny and Nate;brother, Donnie Helms (Karen). In addition to his parents, Mr. Helms was preceeded in death by three...

Elizabeth "Betty" S. Skripps, 95, devoted wife of almost 75 years to the late Thomas L. Skripps, went to be with her Lord and Savior surrounded by family on Thursday, December 24, 2020. Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.

Elizabeth "Betty" S. Skripps, 95, devoted wife of almost 75 years to the late Thomas L. Skripps, went to be with her Lord and Savior surrounded by family on Thursday, December 24, 2020. Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.