The Newberry Observer

George "Mike" Michael Egan, 79, passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 10, 2022. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Thursday August 18, 2022 at Dunbar Funeral Home- Devine Street Chapel with burial and military honors to follow at Fort Jackson National Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Mike was born December 28, 1942 in Jersey City, New Jersey to the late George and Anna Egan. He was a 1960 graduate of Butler High School and enlisted in the US Army in 1964. Mike served his country proudly from 1964- 1967, achieving the rank of SP5. He served in Vietnam in 1965-1966 with The 1st Cavalry Division, D...

Ellen Wingard Cobb passed away on Monday, June 13, 2022 at Concord's Brookdale Assisted Living, just three weeks shy of her 95th birthday. She was born in Columbia, South Carolina, on July 3, 1927, daughter of the late E.B. Wingard and Floy Wessinger Wingard. She was also pre-deceased by her husband, the Rev. James K. Cobb, longtime Lutheran pastor in SC, NC, TN and VA. Also, pre-deceased by one sister and six brothers. Ms. Cobb was a graduate of Columbia, SC High School and attended the Univ. of SC. In career ventures, she was an elementary teacher, a reading specialist, Admin. Assit. to an attorney, accountant for the Williamsburg-James City County, VA school district and lastly Alumni...

Malcolm Stevens "Steve" Millwood, age 76, widower of Eulalia Millwood passed away June 10, 2022. He was born in Union and was a son of the late Billy Millwood and Vera Foster. Mr. Millwood was a proud Vietnam Veteran, he enjoyed spending time at the Caf? on Main Street in Whitmire and was a Papa to many who knew him. He is survived by his daughter, Kim Brewington (Chris); his son, Timothy Millwood; six grandchildren Samantha Cassada (Brandon), Shane Brewington (Dylan), Gage Millwood (Cameron), Cole Millwood (Sydney), Hunter Millwood (Marianne) and Felicia Breakfield; two special great grandchildren, Westin and Rylee Cassada; his two brothers, Billy and Donnie Millwood and...

Carolyn Shealy Marsh of Sandy Springs, GA died on June 4, 2022. She was the faithful, beloved and devoted wife of the late Auburn Joseph (Joe) Marsh. As the eldest daughter of the late Rosaline Amick Shealy Ringer and the late Heber Sidney Calhoun (H.C.) Shealy, she was born in Newberry County and grew up in Lexington County near Chapin, South Carolina. In addition to her loving, devoted husband, Joe; Mrs. Marsh is survived by her son; David Heber Rast of Cameron, South Carolina; daughter, Susan Rast Lesh and her husband, Brian, of Roswell, Georgia; granddaughters, Kelly Anne Lesh of Roswell, Georgia and Laura Jane Lesh of Roswell, Georgia; step-sons, Michael David Marsh and wife, Alice...

Raymond Ashley Tucker, 56, of 127 Elm Court, husband of Billy Duckett, passed away Monday, May 30, 2022 at his home. Born in Clinton, he was a son of the late Steve "Buckshot" Ashley Tucker and Brenda Sue Green Tucker. He was formerly a supervisor at Park Seed. Raymond was a jack of all trades and could do anything. He is survived by his husband, Billy; son, Nicholas Ashton Thomas of Whitmire; brothers, Kevin Tucker (Phyllis) and Scott Tucker (Audrey), both of Clinton; fur baby, Brylee; special friend, Teresa Martin; and multiple nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Guianne Samples; brother, Richard Tucker; and special friend, Shirley Cunningham. Services will...

God saw the road was getting rough, The hill was hard to climb. He closed her weary eyelids and whispered, "Peace be thine." Mrs. Lizzie Gallman Marshall, 101 years blessed, affectionally known as "Doll" entered this life "with her twin" on July 15, 1920 and peacefully departed this life at her niece's home in Irmo, SC., surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, May 26, 2022. Mrs. Lizzie Gallman Marshall, was the daughter of the late Robert Lee Gallman, Sr., and Bessie Harp Gallman of Newberry, SC. She was one of five children. She was married June 1955 to the late Reverend William James Marshall of Abbeville, SC. She attended Drayton Street High School, Newberry SC. and...

John Martin Awtrey passed on May 13, 2022 at JF Hawkins Nursing Home in Newberry, SC with family at his side. He was born on January 18, 1926 in New Brookland, SC (West Columbia). The son of Alvin Leon and Orrie Frick Awtrey, he graduated from Brookland-Cayce HS. He attended Clemson University ('43-'44) until he was called to serve with the Navy in the Pacific as a Sonar Specialist during WWII. Upon his return from the war, he attended and graduated from University of SC in 1950. John began his career at Columbia Lumber as a warehouse worker and then moved to sales, and as General Manager with Columbia Wood Preserving. He retired in 1989 as VP of the Wood Preserving branch of Columbia...

Nield Philip "Coach" Gordon, 91, of Anderson, SC, died on May 2, 2022. He was born in Brunswick, Maryland, November 17, 1930. He is survived by his daughters Lucy (Henry) Barnett and Angela (Barry) Sullivan and their mother Susan Gordon; son-in-law Rick (Sherry) Moxley; grandchildren Leanna, Eric, Kevin, Jake (Brittany), Tessa (AJ), Anna, Jennifer, Jay, Allison (Wil), Ben, and Tara; cherished companion Bonnie Davis; siblings Brock (Carmen) Gordon and Suzie Gordon; and former wife Vanetta Gabel. He was predeceased by his eldest daughter, Kelly Moxley and sister Bobbie (Glenn) Goode. He will be remembered as a beloved father, grandfather, friend, and coach. In lieu of flowers, visit Sandifer...

Barbara D. Davis of Lexington, SC passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022. A graveside service was held. Born in Norway, SC, she was a daughter of the late Ernest Davis and Martha "Mott" Hutto Davis. She was married to the late Christian Suber Folk, III. She was a member of Lexington Baptist Church and earned a Political Science Degree from the University of South Carolina in Columbia. Barbara worked as an insurance agent for New Your Life Insurance Company and Metropolitan Life for a number of years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Survivors include her daughter Glyn Ann Folk (Kim Ray) of Carborough, NC; sons Christian Suber "Chris" (Debbie) Folk, IV...

North - Mr. Larry Stevens Boland, 80, won his victory in Jesus on Sunday, January 23, 2022. Mr. Larry is the husband of the late Donna Mathias Boland. He is the father of Andy Boland, Eddie Boland, and the late Steve Boland. The mother of his children is Edith Leaphart. Mr. Larry is the grandpapa of Eddie Boland, Jr., Amy Boland, Jamie Boland, and Brittany Boland. Mr. Larry is the great grandfather of Hunter Brugger and Charlie Boland. He is the son of the late Leon Carl Boland and the late Eva Roberta Shealy Boland having been raised in the Little Mountain area of Newberry County. Mr. Larry is the brother of Myrtie Wessinger and her husband the late Joe, Edna Riley and her husband Dave,...

Barbara Carol Jordan Hutto, age 80, passed away Wednesday, December 29, 2021 surrounded by her family. Born January 18, 1941 in Anderson, SC, she was the daughter of the late Hiram "Newton" Jordan, Jr. and Cordelia "Dee" Phillips Jordan. Mrs. Hutto grew up in Pelzer, SC and worked at B.C. Moore's Department Store, where she met her husband when he came in to purchase a suit. While Greg was a baby, she sold AVON and then worked as a substitute teacher at Rosewood Elementary School in Rock Hill, SC where she went on to obtain her license in Real Estate. Her husband's job was transferred to Boston, Massachusetts and after 4 1/2 years, he took a job in Newberry, SC and Mrs. Hutto worked for...

Robert Lee (Bob) Shaw, Sr., passed away unexpectedly November 28 at age 87. Bob was predeceased by his wife, Joan, and is survived by sons Michael (Jackie) and Mitchell (Ann). More details on Bob's life and memorial service can be found at the McEwen Mint Hill website, www.mcewenminthillchapel.com.

Janice Bowers Dunkin, 68, of Joanna, passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at the Hospice House of Laurens County. Born April 1, 1953 in Joanna, SC, she was a daughter of the late C.D. and Agnes Tinsley Bowers. She was a dedicated member of First Baptist Church Newberry. Jan was a graduate of Clinton High School and Spartanburg Methodist College. She had a long and successful career as a Court Reporter running her own business until her retirement in 2012. Jan enjoyed traveling and cooking. She had a love for camping, fishing, and anything Christmas. She had the best sense of humor and a smile that would light up a room. She was a loving and devoted Daughter,...

Marion "Butch" Starnes, Jr., age 70, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at his home. He was born July 14, 1951 and was the son of the late Marion Loyd Starnes, Sr. and Carrie McMurtury Malone. He was retired from Cone Mills after 41 years of service, a Veteran of the South Carolina National Guard, a former member of the Whitmire Rescue Squad, a member of the Whitmire Masonic Lodge #195, he attended Pine Ridge Baptist Church. Butch was an avid wood carver and enjoyed making crank baits, hunting, fishing, his children, grandchildren, and nephews. Mr. Starnes is survived by his wife, Esther Reardon Starnes of the home; his children, Michelle Knight (Jason) of Newberry and Travis...

James Douglas "Doug" Connelly, 61, of Lexington, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 5, 2021. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00pm on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Thompson Funeral Home of Lexington. Funeral services will be held at 4:00pm on Friday, September 10, 2021 at Northside Baptist Church, Lexington, SC. Born August 9, 1960 in Columbia, SC, Doug was the son of James William "Billy" and Dolores Connelly. He grew up as an exceptional baseball player who loved hunting, fishing, kayaking, hiking and being outdoors. At 24, he married his wife of 36 years, Gina (Chavis) Connelly. Their dearly loved daughter, Christine Connelly Meetze, was born in 1993. Doug was a...

Robert Allen Johnson, Sr., 75, of Johns Island, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest at his residence on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. His Memorial Service will be held Sunday, September 5, 2021 in Pinecrest Baptist Church, 1285 Ashley Hall Road at 2:00 p.m. The family will receive friends Saturday September 4, 2021 in J. Henry Stuhr Inc. Downtown Chapel from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Private burial will be held at a later date in Pomaria Cemetery, Pomaria, South Carolina. Robert, broker-in-charge of Robert A. Johnson Realty and Appraisals, was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Elmer S. Johnson, Sr. of Charleston, South Carolina. He is survived by his son Allen Johnson, of Johns...

Murrie Alice Shealy Johnson, 75, of Johns Island, South Carolina, wife of Robert Allen Johnson, Sr. entered into eternal rest Tuesday, August 24, 2021. The family will receive friends in Charleston, Thursday, August 26, 2021 in the J. Henry Stuhr Inc. Downtown Chapel, 232 Calhoun Street from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The family will receive friends in Newberry, South Carolina, Friday, August 27, 2021, in McSwain-Evans Funeral Home, 1724 Main Street from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Her funeral service will be held graveside Saturday, August 28, 2021 in Pomaria Cemetery, Pomaria, South Carolina at 2:00 p.m. Murrie Alice, a retired school teacher in Charleston and Dorchester counties, was the...

Mr. Thomas H. Cromer, 80, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at his home. A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm on Monday, June 21, 2021 at Lakewood Baptist Church, with Rev. Jerry Devinney officiating. Born in Newberry, SC, Mr. Cromer was the son of the late James Horace Cromer and the late Mary Elizabeth Cromer. He was retired from Nabisco with 30 years of service. He was a member of Lakewood Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife of 61 years, Ann Carlton Cromer; his son, Thomas H. (Angela) Cromer Jr. of Rock Hill; his daughter, Mary Ann (Wes) Wilson of North Augusta; and four grandchildren, Brendan Thomas Cromer, Elizabeth Ann Cromer, Wesley Carlton Wilson, and James...

Frank Efird Kinard, husband of Mary Angelyn, died at his home at Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community on May 1, 2021. A memorial service will be held at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral on Saturday, May 15 at 10am. Livestream of the service will also be available. Frank was born on January 15, 1924, in Newberry, S.C., the younger son of Dr. James C. and Katherine Efird Kinard. He enrolled at Newberry College in 1941 and, like many of his classmates, enlisted in the military and was called to active duty in the Army Air Corps in early 1943. He served three years then returned to Newberry College, graduating in 1947 after which he enrolled at the University of North Carolina at Chapel...

Sandra Dianne Peay, age 74, of Whitmire, wife of Carl Peay passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at Newberry County Memorial Hospital. She was born February 19, 1947 in Whitmire, SC and was the daughter of Hugh D. Vicars and Jessie O. King. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Peay is survived by her daughter, Cindy Smallwood of Newberry; her grandchildren, Kayla Smallwood, Brianna Riffey, Morgan Riffey, Shanna Riffey, and Abby Riffey; her great-grandchildren, Colton Landreth and Hailee Conboy; and her brother, Pastor Travis King. Funeral Services will be held April 3, 2021 at 2 PM at the Gray Funeral Home Chapel of Whitmire with burial to take place at Whitmire Cemetery. The family...

Minnie Smith Douglas - Goodman, was born on April 15, 1922. She was born in Newberry County, South Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Sol and Minnie E. Smith. Minnie married Freddie Abraham Douglas in 1939. From that union 4 children, Bobby, Reba, Freddie Jr., and Virgil were born. In 1964 she relocated to New Jersey, where she met and married Henry Goodman. In 1977 Minnie and Henry relocated to Newberry South Carolina. Minnie was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church where she served faithfully as a deaconess, and a member of the Ladies' Aide Society Lodge 42. On Monday, March 15, 2021 she departed this life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Goodman; sons...