Obituaries

Sep 28, 2024

Bobby Gene Foster, 83, passed on September 28, 2024, due to a traffic accident.

Born in Tryon, NC, he was the son of the late Norman and Lydia Foster. He was a veteran of the US Air Force and a retired tree surgeon.

Bobby is survived by one son, Bobby Foster, of Pelzer, SC and...

Sep 25, 2024

Lester Eugene Richardson, 69, formerly of Anderson, SC, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.

He was the son of the late James Collie Richardson and Annie Mae Sloan Richardson. He is survived by four siblings, Cora Webster, VA; Ruby, Joe Willie and Johnny Richardson,  all of Anderson, SC; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Sep 19, 2024

Nathan Page Jr., 62, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2024, at Achieve Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Born in Anderson, SC, he was the son of the late Floyd Pete Brawner and Betty Madden Brawner.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Lamont Brawner and sister, Delores Betty Jenkins.

Nathan...

Sep 11, 2024

Alberta Walker, 87, daughter of the late Clarence and Lucille Johnson Walker, passed away peacefully at her home in Dixmoor, Illinois, on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.

Funeral arrangements for Alberta Walker are as follows.

Visitation:  5-7:00 pm Tuesday, September 24, 2024, Maher Funeral Home, 17101 71st Avenue, Tinley Park, IL  60477.

Funeral:  11:00...

Sep 8, 2024

Portia R. Pitts, 66, passed away, Sunday, September 8, 2024.  Born in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Lenora Hunter Pitts.

She leaves to cherish loving memories, two sons, Justin Pitts of Anderson, SC and Grantt Pitts of the US Navy; one brother, Robert Pitts, Jr. of Washington, DC; five grandchildren, Jaliyah...

Sep 7, 2024

Mr. Joe Williams Jr., humble gentleman and cherished family man, transitioned from labor to reward on September 7, 2024, peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones who will forever treasure his presence. A meaningful life spanning of 89 years, displaying the epitome of meekness as a warm and supportive soul and unwavering hardworker.

A TIME TO...

Sep 5, 2024

Linda Mae Davis, 73, of Inman, SC passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Upstate Community Hospice House, Landrum, SC.

Born in Honea Path, SC, she was the daughter of Willie Lee Davis and Maggie Mae Black Davis.

Linda was a member of New Friendship Baptist Church.

Linda was preceded in death by...

Sep 5, 2024

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Annie Ruth Thompson, who departed this life on Thursday, September 5th, at the age of 66. Annie Ruth, affectionately known as "Rose" to her beloved husband, Carl Thompson, was a treasured wife, a devoted maternal figure to Timothy "Caleb" Allen, a cherished sister, aunt, and a dear friend.

Born...

Sep 2, 2024

Melvin Thompson, 73, passed away Monday, September 2, 2024, at Richard M. Campbell Veterans Nursing Home.  Born in Starr, SC, he was the son of the late Oscar Thompson, Jr. and Sallie Mae Heard Thompson.

Melvin was a graduate of New Deal High School, attended Tri-County Technical College and retired from Baldor Manufacturing.  He was also a...

Aug 23, 2024

Joe Terrill Hall, 47, of 212 L Street, Anderson, SC, passed away Friday, August 23, 2024, at Prisma Health Hospital, Greenville, SC.

Born in Anderson, he is the son of Linda Ann Hall Tillman and George Joe Bell.

Joe is survived by his parents, both of Anderson, SC; wife, Jennifer Curry Hall, Anderson, SC; three...

Aug 20, 2024

Steward McAlister was born Feb. 18, 1947, and passed on August 20, 2024, in Anderson, SC.  He was the son of Sara Rice McAlister and Amos McAlister both deceased. He was a graduate of Geer Gant High School class of 1964 and South Carolina State University class of 1971.  As a youth he attended church with his father at...

Aug 3, 2024

Charlie Battle, Jr. of Honea Path departed this life on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the AnMed Medical Center in Anderson, South Carolina.

Charlie Battle, Jr. was born in Portsmouth, Virginia, on June 3, 1943, to Charlie Sr. and Leola Evans Battle.

Charlie is survived by his wife, Sylvia Mattison Battle; three brothers: Willie Lee...

Aug 2, 2024

Aaron Joel Persephone' Belton (AJ), 23, passed away Friday, August 2, 2024.  Born in Anderson he was the son of Toccara K. Belton and Lawrence Boseman, Jr.  He loved cars, drawing and building with his hands.  He loves his family and friends.

AJ was a 2019 graduate of T. L. Hanna High School.

AJ leaves...

Jul 30, 2024

Ruby Nell Johnson, 92, of 111 Tropical Way, Anderson, SC, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024.  Born in Anderson, SC, she was the daughter of the late John Chamblee and Willie Mae Pickens Chamblee.

Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by her husband, Van Johnson, parents, nine brothers, Lonnie, John Paul, Floyd Stewart, Ulysees, Warren Jr., R.L.,...

Jul 15, 2024

James Lomax Jr. 71, born in Anderson, SC, he was the son of James Lomax Sr. and Idell Pressley.

James is preceded in death by his parents, sister, Doris Crawford and brother, James K. Lomax.

James leaves behind to cherish fond memories his wife, Barbara Brawner; two sons, James Burns and Tony Norris; two daughters,...

Jul 8, 2024

Ella Elaine Robinson, 76, passed away Monday, July 8, 2024, at NHC Anderson. Born in Anderson, SC, she was the daughter of the late Ella Lathenea Robinson.

She leaves to cherish fond memories, one son, Ronald (Deedra) Spain, Suitland, MD and one nephew raised in the home, Larry (Doria) Robinson, New Jersey; other relatives and many friends....

Jun 20, 2024

Ms. Bessie Mae Chamblee, 89, of 122 Mariposa Circle, Anderson, SC, passed away at her home on Thursday, June 20, 2024.

Born in Anderson, SC, she was the daughter of John Chamblee and Willie Mae Pickens Chamblee.  Ms. Chamblee had worked at Richard Campbell Nursing Home as a CNA and was a member of Salem Missionary Baptist...

May 29, 2024

Tyrone C. Brownlee, 46, passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at Abbeville Area Medical Center.  Born in Anderson, SC, he was the son of Vivian Brownlee.

He was preceded in death by his mother and one daughter, Erykah Brownlee.

He leaves to cherish fond memories two daughters, Jessica Higginbotham (Demetrius Thomas) of Abbeville, SC and...

May 17, 2024

Dorethea Childs Thompson, 74, widow of Roosevelt Thompson, Jr., passed away Friday, May 17, 2024, at Hospice Haven of Richmond County in Rockingham, NC.

Born in Anderson, SC, she was the daughter of William Childs Sr. and Sarah Thompson Childs.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers,...

May 8, 2024

Richard Kemble Bonney, 77, passed away at his home on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, he was the son of Ezekiel Bonney and Juanita Crawley Bonney. He retired from Southern New England in Connecticut and relocated to South Carolina in 1990.  He was a US Army Veteran.

In addition to his parents,...