Cannon Memorial Park, Funerals and Cremation

Rosemary M Woundy, 76, of Simpsonville South Carolina departed this world and travelled to her heavenly home on 3/31/2023. Born in New Haven, Rose was the daughter of the late John F. DeFelice and Mary M. (Sette) DeFelice and the step-daughter of the late Eleanor (Rae) DeFelice. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Bruce R Woundy; her children Richard Woundy and wife Jodi of Philadelphia PA, Thomas Woundy and his wife Maureen of Marlborough MA, Melissa Woundy of Beacon Falls CT, and the daughter of her heart Carla (D'Amato) Woundy of North Reading MA; her four grandchildren; and her five great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers John DeFelice Jr. and his wife Gwen...

Arnold Lynn Jones, 70, of Simpsonville, husband of Rose Mary Jones, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023. Born in Greenwood, SC, he was a son of the late Mildred and Hugh Blair Jones Sr. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Blake Jones and James Jones; one grandson, Myles Jones; and two brothers, Hugh Blair Jones Jr. and Bruce Jones. A Visitation will be held Sunday, March 12, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. at Simpsonville United Methodist Church. A Memorial Service will follow at 4:00 p.m. at the church. Cannon-Byrd Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences can be made at www.CannonByrd.com

George Alvin White, 75, of Florence, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 21, 2023. He was a son of the late John Alvin and Helen Stewart White. The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 25, 2023, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at Heritage Funeral Home, Simpsonville. Interment will follow in Simpsonville City Cemetery. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family. Please visit CannonByrd.com for additional information.

Jeanne E. Connors, a resident of Simpsonville, SC went home to be with the Lord on November 12, 2022. Born August 29, 1933, in Bethlehem, PA., Jeanne was a graduate of Frankford High School class of 1951 and attended Philadelphia Bible Institute in 1954. She met her husband Earl while attending Northwest Memorial Baptist Church and they married in 1954. Jeanne was a long-time resident of Bucks County Pennsylvania and raised her six children there. She moved to Simpsonville, SC in 2009 where she resided until her passing. Jeanne was a stay-at-home mom but enjoyed part time work as a nurses' aide. Jeanne was also an active member of her churches, Bensalem Baptist and Davisville Baptist, and...

Carol Lee Boyett, 97, formally of Miami, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2022. Please visit www.CannonByrd.com for the complete obituary.

Jane Blanford Flanagan, 92, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on 5/22/22. She was predeceased by her parents Lena and Hordley Hughes; husbands William Blanford and Tom Flanagan; and her son in law Michael Stento. Jane is survived by her daughters Tammy & James Hitt, who she lived with, Terry & Russ Harrington and Kimberly Stento; grandchildren Bradley Marshall and Makenna Harrington; her brother John Hughes; and many other extended family. Jane was a registered nurse at the Binghamton Psychiatric Center until her retirement in 1990, when she moved to Florida. Our Crafty Lady Jane stayed very busy with her craft classes and bingo with her friends at...

Clara Pace Proctor, 83, wife of Robert A. Proctor, of Simpsonville, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Born in Saluda, NC, she was a daughter of the late W. Bedford and Louise Brock Pace. In addition to her husband, Clara is survived by her daughters, Debbie Banther (Eddie) of Saluda, Terry Wilson (Scott) of Saluda, Tracilyn Vandenbossche (Alan) of Almont, MI; daughter-in-law Sherri Proctor of Ellenton, FL; ten grandchildren, Jeremy, Heather, Morgan, Michelle, Megan, Michael, JJ, Jessica, Robert "Bobby", and Victoria "Tori"; great grandchildren, Jesse, Hayes, Kye, Areli, Jaxon, Briella, Alissa, Abrielle, Annabella, and Riverlyn; five sisters, Edna Holbert (Harold), Sue Burns...

William Eugene Davis, Sr., 75, husband of Ann Coleman Davis, passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2022, surrounded by his wife and children. Born in Shelby, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Truman and Mallie Bridges Davis. Bill was a graduate of Lenoir-Rhyne University where he met his loving and devoted wife of 56 years, Ann. Bill excelled in basketball as well as track & field, and years later was inducted into the Hall of Fame at Lenoir-Rhyne for his athletic abilities; one of his proudest accomplishments. Bill went on to receive a master's degree in education from UNC Greensboro. His love for teaching and sports led him to coach high school sports and college...

Dorothy Peacock Watkins, 93, of Greenville, SC, widow of William A. Watkins, died Tuesday, April 26, 2022. Born in Pineview, GA, she was a daughter of the late Looney O. and Sallie Jones Peacock. Dottie is survived by her son, Kenneth Watkins (Linda Rust) of Greenville and daughters, Sue Lynn Johnson of San Diego and Rosella Crane (Larry) of Greenville; four grandchildren, Brett and Michael Johnson and Jeremy and Jeffrey Crane; six great grandchildren, Jac Crane, Ella and Baron Crane, and Caleb, Emmet, and Lily Johnson; and numerous nephews and nieces. In addition to her husband and parents, Dottie was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters. A Memorial Service will be held...

Larry Verlyn Thomas, 85, passed away on February 9th, 2022. Born in Greensboro, NC on August 12, 1936, he was the son of the late John Verlyn Thomas and Adele Lee Schenk Thomas. Larry is survived by his daughters, Cindy Thomas McMasters (Jamie) of Reidsville, NC, and `Lisa Thomas Smith (Dennis) of Greer, SC and son, Chuck Thomas (Nancy) also of Greer, SC. Larry was the proud Paw Paw of five grandchildren, Jason (April) McMasters, Melissa McMasters (Mark) Simoniz, Nick (Sallie) Smith, Lauren Smith (Ben) Davis and Caroline Thomas; and 13 great-grandchildren; Bo, Hunt, Colt, and Kimber McMasters; Fisher, Foster and Fielder Simoniz; Lucy and Mac Smith; Will and Lainey Davis, and Carter and...

Emil Joseph Clontz, 77, husband of Ella May White Clontz, of Simpsonville, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. Born in New Kensington, PA, he was a son of the late Ernest O and Minnie Klebine Clontz. In addition to his wife, Emil is survived by his son, Randy Clontz (Marisa DiFrancis) of Youngwood, PA; his daughter, Mary Ann Horn (Tom), of Carlisle, PA; a granddaughter, Hannah Elizabeth Castro (Josh); a brother, Ernest Clontz, Jr; and a sister Martha Ann Hughes. In addition to his parents, Emil was preceded in death by his brother Albert "Buzzy" Carl Clontz. A Celebration of Life will be held on Emil's birthday, May 7, 2022. Details will be provided when finalized.

MaryBeth Sasko, 68, wife of Steven Dale Sasko, of Simpsonville, passed away on Monday, December 13, 2021. Born in Hammond, IN, she was a daughter of the late Maximiliam Karl Tarne and the late Dorothy Berilla Tarne. In addition to her husband, MaryBeth is survived by a son Richard Sasko and his wife, Sara; two grandchildren, Grace and Steven Sasko; a brother, Bob Karl Tarne, and his wife, Twala; a sister, Judy Tarne; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, MaryBeth was preceded in death by a sister, Patricia Barr; a brother, "Brother John" Tarne; and a nephew, Sean Tarne.

Clinton Kenneth Dettmer, 53, of Greenville, passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021. Born in Columbus, IN, he was a son of Kenneth Dettmer and the late Sharon Nentrup Dettmer. In addition to his father, Clint is survived by his wife, Tracy Dettmer of Simpsonville; two daughters, Ashley and Lindsey Dettmer both of Simpsonville; a sister, Gretchen (Dean) Schneider of Wheeling, IL; and a brother Matt (Heather) Dettmer of Columbus, IN. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at St. John's Lugheran Church, White Creek 16270 S 300 W, Columbus, IN 47201 beginning at 10:00 am.

Paul Anthony (Tony) Gentry, 52, passed away at his home in Simpsonville, South Carolina on Friday, January 29, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Tony was born in Greenwood, SC and served in the United States Marine Corps, serving in such ports of call as Somalia, Egypt, Italy, the Philippines and many other places. His awards include the Rifle Expert Badge 3rd Award; Good Conduct Medal; Meritorious Unit Commendation, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with 1 star, and Meritorious Mast recognition for performance beyond the usual requirements of duty. Tony met his wife Renee while serving at Camp Lejeune, NC. After his service in the Marine Corps, he began working for Fluor Corporation,...

Harold Allen Throne, 83, of Simpsonville, widower of Connie Throne, passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2020. Born in Graytown, OH, he was the son of the late Andrew and Eva Whiting Throne. Harold is survived by his son, Michael Throne and his wife, Kelsey, of Chillicothe, OH; and five grandchildren, Grace, Liza, Walker, Juliana, and Lucy Throne. He also survived by two sisters, Mildred Williams, of Mexico, and Sophia Jones, of Oklahoma. Other than his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Helen LaValle, and his brother, Raymond Throne. Harold was a retired letter carrier with the U.S. Postal Service. He became a born-again Christian in 1979 and grew in the Holy...

Carma M. Lenz, 81, of Charlotte, NC, died on Thursday, December 3, 2020. Born in Utica, NY, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Carma Allen Gabel. She graduated from U.F.A. and Utica College. Ms. Lenz sang with the Charlotte Oratorio and the Charlotte Chamber Singers. She is survived by her sister, Catherine Nasgowitz of Fountain Inn; her nieces, Lisa Bachtel and Pamela (Paul) Smith; her nephew, Kris (Michelle) Nasgowitz; her great-niece, Violette Bachtel; and her great-nephews, Griffin and Tanner Bachtel. She was preceded in death by her son, Matthew Scott Lenz; and her brother-in-law, Herbert George Nasgowitz. Cannon Byrd Funeral Home, Fountain Inn, SC is assisting the...

Allen K. Thomas, Jr, 78, of Greenville, husband of Elva Bass Thomas, passed away on Wednesday, November 25, 2020. Born in Roanoke, VA, Allen was the oldest son of the late Allen K. and Kathleen Burt Thomas. In addition to his wife, Allen is survived by his son, David Thomas and his wife, Karla, of Fountain Inn; a grandson, Seth VanWaes and his wife, Nicole; two great granddaughters, Lorelai and Caroline VanWaees; his brother Joe Thomas and his wife, Lynn, Alpharetta, GA; two special cousins, David Thomas and Yolanda McQueen; and a brother and sister of the heart, Barry and Nancy Brown. In addition to his parents, Allen was preceded in death by his brother, William Thomas. In lieu of...

Robert William Singletary, 78, of Gray Court, husband of Betty Lollis Singletary passed away at home on Saturday, October 10, 2020. Born in Lumberton, NC, Bob was a son of the late Paul Francis and Vertie Hayes Singletary. In addition to his wife, Bob is survived by his son Robert Singletary, Jr (Caroline) of Gray Court; four grandchildren, Christy, Amanda, Ryan, and Morgan; and one great granddaughter, Savannah. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by eight siblings. A private Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Robert William Singletary, 78, of Gray Court, husband of Betty Lollis Singletary passed away at home on Saturday, October 10, 2020. Born in Lumberton, NC, Bob was a son of the late Paul Francis and Vertie Hayes Singletary. In addition to his wife, Bob is survived by his son Robert Singletary, Jr (Caroline) of Gray Court; four grandchildren, Christy, Amanda, Ryan, and Morgan; and one great granddaughter, Savannah. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by eight siblings. A private Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

GARY COSTANZO, Gary Costanzo, 73, of Simpsonville, SC, husband of Carol Russell Costanzo, died on Sunday, May 31, 2020. Born in Cleveland, OH, he was the son of the late Sullivan & Julia Costanzo. Mr. Costanzo served our country in the U.S. Army and retired from the Dept. of Defense with Lockheed Martin. In addition to his wife, Mr. Costanzo is survived by their son, Jeffery; their daughter, Susan Campbell (Steve); and a sister, Carole Benson (Patrick) of Ohio. Mr. Costanzo will be interred in the MJ Dolly Cooper Veterans Cemetery in Anderson, SC. Those arrangements will be announced once finalized. Please visit www.CannonByrd.com for online condolences.

Stephen Lance Jean passed away on May 21, 2020, while in hospice at the home of his brother and sister-in-law in Simpsonville, South Carolina. Lance was 73 years old, and had been battling multiple forms of cancer for several years. Lance is survived by his younger brother, Jay, and sister-in-law, Loretta, of Simpsonville; niece Lindsay Cutbirth, her husband Daniel, and grandnieces Madison and Ella of Cypress, Texas; and nephew STS2 Joseph Longoria, USN, and his wife, Andrea, and grandniece Halle of Temple, Texas. Born in 1946, in Anna, Illinois, Lance was the first child of Robert and Anne Jean. His formative years were spent in places including Texas, Colorado and Idaho, where he...