Obituaries

Jun 1, 2024

Jeffrey Hope Hammond, born on June 6, 1966, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Rock Hill on June 1, 2024, at the age of 57.

Jeff was the cherished son of Lydia Hope Hammond and the late Roger Warren Hammond. He is survived by his devoted mother, Lydia, and his siblings...

May 25, 2024

Peter Michael Brennan died in the early morning of May 25. A longtime resident of Huntington, New York, he and Elizabeth Brennan, his wife of 54 years, had moved to The Villages in Florida in 2020, and then to Fort Mill, South Carolina, in 2021, to be closer to family. Last November, he and Elizabeth celebrated his 80th birthday...

May 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved dad, Alf H. Gruener, best known as “Paps” to us. Born and raised in Germany, Bavaria to be exact, Paps carried a deep devotion and love for his roots. It was a mantra he lived by every day: two precious things to give your children: one...

May 23, 2024

Donald Mintz was born on August 30, 1965 to Willie Frances Young. He was preceded in death by his fathers, Robert L. Young and Roy Mintz.

Donald, a true "Jack of all Trades", attended Rock Hill schools. He mastered the art of remodeling homes, turning it into his livelihood. His exceptional drawing skills and incredible attention to...

May 22, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing away of our beloved mother, Sudesh Shah, on May 22, 2024. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Sudesh was born on May 13, 1950, in Nairobi, Kenya. She...

May 21, 2024

On Tuesday, May 21, 2024, Melinda “Mendy” Durham Patterson, 52, of Lancaster, South Carolina passed away in the presence of family and friends.

Mendy was born on November 14, 1971, in Salisbury, Maryland, daughter of Donald Durham and Beverly Durham. She spent her childhood in Salisbury and graduated from Parkside High School where she was a member...

May 21, 2024

Theodore “Ted” Sandstrom passed away at the age of 43 on 21 May 2024 and made this way into the arms of our Lord. Ted was devoted Christian and resident of Rock Hill, SC. Ted graduated from Grantsburg High School in Grantsburg, WI. Ted will always be remembered for his humility, kindness to others, his hard work ethic, and...

May 20, 2024

Barbara A. Hipwell passed away at home on May 20th after a brief illness surrounded by her children at the age of 84.

She had been retired from the New York State Department of Education for over twenty years where she held various positions specializing in record keeping. While living in Scotia, Barbara loved taking day trips...

May 19, 2024

Angela Marie Oneppo, 43, departed this life on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Born December 7, 1980, in Rock Hill, SC, she was the daughter of Donald Oneppo and Kathy Edwards. Angie was fun-loving and a ball of fire. She was a shining light and had a smile that would brighten anyone's day and will be greatly missed.

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May 17, 2024

John James Adkins of Rock Hill, SC, passed away Friday, May 17, 2024, at his home.

He was a Home Builder until he went to work for York County as a Building Inspector in 1990. In 2008 he retired and spent many wonderful years with his wife, Phyllis.

He was preceded in death by his...

May 16, 2024

With Heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Aiden Zachary Anderko, a cherished son, brother, and friend who departed from the world at the tender age of 16. Aiden’s journey touched the lives of many, leaving an indelible mark of love, compassion, and inspiration.

Born in Gastonia North Carolina Aiden was the first child of Melissa D Anderko...

May 15, 2024

George Edward “Ed” Gast, Jr, of Fort Mill, SC and formerly of Louisville, KY passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at his home.

He was a lifelong employee of Continental Tire (General Tire), starting his career in 1969 after graduating from Bellarmine College in Louisville.  Over his distinguished career he made many lifelong friends and was a...

May 14, 2024

Michael L. Fatone, a resident of Indian Land, SC passed away from natural causes on Tuesday May 14th at the age of 89. Born in Bronx, NY to the late Louis Fatone and the late Michelina DeCarolis Fatone, who both immigrated to the U.S. from Italy, he was a 1st generation Italian American. Michael was the oldest of 4...

May 14, 2024

Rajendra Prasad Narayandas, 56 years, devastatingly left us on May 14, 2024. He is survived by his wife and two daughters: Samyogitha, Sahithi Akeira, and Moksha.

“Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile." - Albert Einstein

Rajendra Prasad was the epitome of that proverb. He could easily be your best friend in...

May 14, 2024

Rock Hill, SC -  Ms. Anna Maria Brown, 65, died Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at Piedmont Medical Center – Fort Mill.

The family will receive friends 6:00 – 8:00 pm Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Whitesell Funeral Home.

A native of Rock Hill, SC Ms. Brown was a daughter of the late William John Henry...

May 13, 2024

John L. Hanson sadly departed this life, and entered eternity on May 13th, 2024, in Matthews North Carolina. John and Victoria have resided in South Carolina for twenty plus years and shared a beautiful marriage of forty years on January 16, 2024.

John is the son of Lois Wysuph, who passed away October 13, 2015,...

May 13, 2024

Shirley Poole Horton of Rock Hill went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 13, 2024. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 2:00pm at Grandview Memorial Park- Cherry Road with Pastor Jerry Devinney and Pastor Nick Vincent officiating.

She was a charter member of Eastside Baptist Church where she...

May 13, 2024

Mr. Charles Robert (Bob) Pitzer, Jr., age 79, passed away Monday, May 13, 2024 at his home in Fort Mill, South Carolina surrounded by family. Born in Bluefield, West Virginia, he lived in Ohio and West Virginia before moving to Fort Mill in 1997.

Bob was the son of the late Charles Robert and Ruby Pitzer. A...

May 11, 2024

Indian Land, SC – Mr. Tully Allen Tillman, 37, died Saturday, May 13, 2024.

The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 pm Thursday, May 16, 2024, at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, Indian Land, SC. Memorial service will be held at a later date and will be private.

A native of Indian Land, SC...

May 10, 2024

Jeffrey Lee Sarles 61 of Fort Mill, SC, formerly of Carmel NY, peacefully entered into rest on May 10th, 2024 at home surrounded by those he loved most after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born November 1st, 1962 in Mt. Kisco NY, the son of John Sr. and Eileen Sarles. In addition to his parents...