Parker Funeral Home

Visitation will begin at 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Shiloh Baptist Church, located at 1001 Frederick St., Shelby, NC. The funeral service will start at 2:30 pm at the church. Arrangements are being handled by Parker Funeral Home, Rock Hill, SC

James Alfred Newton of Rock Hill died on October 4, 2025, with family by his side. Born April 30, 1956, on US Naval Air Station Patuxent River in Maryland, he was the only child of Alfred Levern Newton and Ruth Newton Smith. After moving around the country due to his father's military career, James and his family eventually settled down in Rock Hill, S.C. in 1971. Shortly after arriving in Rock Hill, he met the love of his life, Catherine Catoe Newton. James and Cathy started dating as soon as it was allowed in 1974, getting married (not soon enough for James) on November 6, 1977. James was preceded by his parents, Alfred Levern Newton and Ruth Newton Smith; his father- and...

Mr. Ronald "Brownie" Lowery, 76, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, at Piedmont Medical Center. Born on September 26, 1949, in Rock Hill, he was the son of Roy Lowery and Maggie Poage. A Homegoing service to honor his life will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Weeping Mary Baptist Church, located at 1996 Eastview Road, Rock Hill, SC. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will take place on Friday, August 29, 2025, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Parker Funeral Home Chapel. The family will be receiving friends at 885 Brunswick Drive, Rock Hill, SC.

Gordan Stanley Mobley, 65, passed on January 3,2024, at his home in Rock Hill, SC. A memorial service celebrating his life will be at 4pm Saturday January 18th, 2025, at Old Paths Community Church at 2212 Burton Street Rock Hill, SC 29732. The family will receive friends at 3pm at the church before the service. Stan was the son of the late Don and Ann Mobley. He was a retired Machinist for Culp Machinery where he worked for numerous years. Stanley is predeceased by his parents, Daughter (Casey), Sister Pat, Brother Moe and other loving family members. Serving is his daughter Amber Dumire (Zach), his sister Ellen, his sister-in-law Ellie, and three grandchildren Raelynn, Waylon, and...

Dustin Chancelee Freeman, 33, of Rock Hill, SC found on October 7, 2024 in Rock Hill SC. Born 9/11/91 to Casey Motes(Mitchum) and the late Robert E Freeman (Bobby Bonez), He loved making tracks, rapping, playing guitar, singing karaoke to his favorite song( Don't Stop believing )and being active in his church . He is survived by Mother, Casey Motes Mitchum, and step grandmother: Hazel Mitchum, one Brother: Anthony Motes (Tony) Sisters, Tayra Freeman, Christian Westberry (CC) Holly Kelly, Lesley Mitchum, Paris Mitchum London Mitchum and his son, Cashmere Poindexter All of Rock Hill SC. Besides his father, He was preceded in death by grandparents, Vernon and Linda Motes and Carroll...

Mr. Wesley Donell Moffatt was born on December 12, 1969, in Rock Hill, SC to the late Marion L. and Mildred Dixon Moffatt. He departed his life on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at MUSC Lancaster, SC. A visitation will be held on Friday, October 11, 2024, from 6PM to 8PM at Parker Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service is Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 1PM at Cedar Grove Baptist Church 2624 Saluda Street, Chester, SC. Burial to follow at the church cemetery. Parker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mr. James Odell McClenningham Jr., 79, of York, South Carolina was born on April 26th, 1945, in Rock Hill, South Carolina and entered eternal rest on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024. He was the son of the late James Odell McClenningham Sr. and Mamie Lee "Brownie" McClenningham. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his brothers, David Lee McClenningham, Sherman McClenningham, Larry McClenningham, Lawrence McClenningham. James attended West End Elementary, Emmett Scott High School, York Technical College, and Friendship Junior College, all in Rock Hill, South Carolina. It was during his high school years that he had his first job at York General Hospital. James humbly...

Virginia Ann Freeman,84, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home August 25, 2024. Virginia was born on June 7, 1940. Born to Clyde and Leila Knight Forsythe, she loved dancing, singing, and time with her family. She was the glue to her family and had a heart of gold. She never met a stranger and loved everyone. She was proceeded in death by both parents, her husband, Carroll Freeman, sons Dennis Freeman, Ray "Country" Freeman, and Bobby "Bones" Freeman, and a special nephew Mitch Boone. She is survived by her son, Jimmy "Freebird" Freeman of the home, his four children: Joshua Freeman and Jennifer Freeman both of Hickory, NC. Lauren Freeman of Montgomery AL, and Jimmy Freeman Jr. Of...

Robert Eugene Freeman, 56, passed away August 23,2024 at Piedmont Medical Center. The son of the late Carroll Freeman and Virginia Freeman (who passed away 2 days later on August 25, 2024.) He was known for his humor and love of music and playing his guitar. He was preceded in death by his father Carroll Freeman, brothers Dennis Freeman, Ray "Country" Freeman, and special cousin Mitch Boone. He is survived by his brother, Jimmy "Freebird" Freeman, sister, Tracee McCraven, both of the home, one son, Dustin Freeman of Rock Hill, SC, one grandson whom he thought the world of Cash Freeman of Memphis TN. And a special friend Jeannie Smith of Rock Hill. A memorial service will be held...

John Castle, visitation will begin at 11:30 AM until 12:00 PM at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Greater Bethlehem 601 Joe Louis Street, Fort Mill, South Carolina. Following the service will be held at 12:00 PM at the church. Burial at Barber Memorial Cemetery. Parker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Creola Wilkes, age 61, of Rock Hill, SC passed away on June 6, 2024, at Magnolia Manor - Rock Hill. Visitation service will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm at Parker Funeral Home. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 in the chapel. Burial will be at the Barber Memory cemetery. Parker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mrs. Karen Denese Coleman Crockett, 53, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, died on May 10, 2024, at Piedmont Medical Center. She was born on April 14, 1971, to the late Loretta Outing Coleman and Matthew Coleman in Rock Hill, South Carolina. On Friday, May 17, 2024, the visitation will start at 5:00 p.m. - 7p.m. at Parker Funeral Home. The funeral service at 2:00 p.m. will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church 245 Irwin Street, Rock Hill, South Carolina. Burial will take place at the Barber Memorial Cemetery in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Parker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Gary Lee Roy Blackwell, 74, of Richburg, SC passed away on May 8, 2024, at Atrium Health-Pineville. Memorial service will take place on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church 165 N Main Street, Richburg, SC. Parker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mr. Michael Rhoshad Gore, 36, was born October 14, 1987, in York County, and departed this life on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Atrium Health Carolina Medical Center, Charlotte, North Carolina. Arrangements Are as Follow: Public Viewing At the funeral home on Friday, May 10, 2024, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 P.M. The funeral will take place at 1:00 PM on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at White Hill AME Zion Church 2255 Old York Road, York, SC 29745. A burial will be held at the Barber Memorial Cemetery, Rock Hill, South Carolina. Parker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mr. Alonzo Hemphill, of 3756 Capps Hill Drive, Charlotte, NC died on April 26, 2024, as his residence. Funeral Friday, May 3, 2024, 2:00PM at Parker Funeral Home 870 Saluda Street, Rock Hill, SC. Family receiving friends at 313 Friendship Drive, Rock Hill, SC. Parker Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

Daffney Shaver passed away on April 4, 2024. Homegoing celebration will be held on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at 2 pm at Mt. Hebron Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Parker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Ben Sanders III, (Deek) age 50, transitioned from this life on Sunday, March 31,2024 at his residence of 523 E. White Street, Rock Hill, SC. The family will receive friends from 1:30 to 2:00 on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Mt. Prospect Baptist Church 339 W. Black Street, Rock Hill, SC, with a celebration of life to follow. Rev. Alvis Yates will be officiating. Parker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Geral Nabritt, age of 49 of 4613 Brewington Parkway, Rock Hill, SC passed away on March 28, 2024, his residence. A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Parker Funeral Home 870 Saluda Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730. Parker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

John "Thomas" Stevenson, Jr. 66 of Rock Hill, SC. passed away Thursday March 21, 2024. The visitation will take place on Monday, April 1, 2024, from 2pm to 3pm at Parker Funeral Home Chapel. Celebration of Life will commence at 3 pm in the chapel. Parker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Edna Mae Mills of Lancaster entered into rest March 21, 2024 at Hospice & Community Care in Rock Hill, SC. She had been in declining health for a couple of years. She was born in Union County, NC on January 10, 1960. to the late Johnny B. Mills and Mildred Louise Johnson. She was a former John de la Howe student and a graduate of McCormick High School. She was employed at Walmart Distribution Center, Pageland, SC until disabled. She loved animals, photography, flea markets and being out in nature. She was a good cook; her specialties were Chicken and Dumplings and Lemon Meringue pies. She is survived by her daughter Jennifer Ashley Whitaker, grandson Quentin Comstock Whitaker, and...

Joe Louis Neely, 88, of Rock Hill, SC passed away on March 2, 2024, at Atrium Main in Charlotte, NC. The family will receive friends from 6:00PM - 8:00PM on Friday, March 8, 2024, at Parker Funeral Home, 870 Saluda Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730. A funeral service honoring Joe's life will take place at 1:00PM on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Big Calvary Baptist Church, 4134 Edgeland Road, Edgemoor, SC 29712. Parker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.