Obituaries

Jan 23, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Earl Cardinal, aged 89, who departed this world on January 23, 2025. Earl was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, whose warmth, kindness, and wisdom touched many lives.

Earl was born on February 8, 1935, in Middletown, Indiana, and grew up in Vincennes, Indiana, and Adrian, Michigan. After...

Jan 22, 2025

Lee Scott Veazey, born in 1969 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, passed away on January 22nd,leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and cherished memories. A proud graduate of Hopkinsville High School, Class of 1988, Lee served his country with distinction as a combat medic in Operation Desert Storm.

Lee's life was a tapestry of passions and interests. He was an unwavering supporter...

Jan 22, 2025

Marilyn Cicily Brayford Jan 22, 2025. Marilyn died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Born on July 12th 1933 in Stoke-on-Trent England to Aurther Ernest and Ada Norine Scragg. She married John Raymond Brayford, the love of her life, on April 20th 1957. She had a zest for life enjoying church, choir, cooking, crafts, traveling and tennis....

Jan 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph Robert Connors, who left us on January 21, 2025. Joseph was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, known for his quirky smile and remarkable sense of humor that brightened the lives of those around him. He graduated from North Myrtle Beach High School with a high GPA...

Jan 21, 2025

Trucella Thomas Thrift, 88, of Rock Hill passed away peacefully in her sleep Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at home. Born on August 31,1936 in Russellville, KY, she was the daughter of the late Byrd and Minnie Thomas. She was married to her late husband Burt Thrift for 62 years. Trucella loved her family and her grandchildren were the light of...

Jan 21, 2025

West Columbia, SC - Mrs. Barbara Arant Pittman, 73, died Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at Colonial Gardens, West Columbia, SC.

Mrs. Pittman was a native of Monroe, NC and was a daughter of the late Benjamin Franklin Arant and Marjie Lee Home Arant.  

Whitesell Funeral Home is serving the family.  

Jan 20, 2025

Kimberly Rae Lovsin, a beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025, at Hospice & Community Care in Rock Hill, South Carolina. 

Born on April 23, 1969, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth Kreger and Martha Kreger of Willoughby, Ohio. Kimberly is survived by her husband, John Lovsin; her daughters, Haley Lovsin and...

Jan 20, 2025

Nancy Hill Butler, 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday January 20th, 2025. Nancy cherished her time with family and the “lunch bunch” group. While working at Fort Mill Police department for 15 years she met many people that call her friend. 

She was preceded in death by her husband Douglas Butler, her mother Thelma Butler, and her...

Jan 18, 2025

Barbara Young, 72, of Clover SC passed away surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, January 18th, 2025. She was a beloved mother, sister and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. 

Barbara was born September 16, 1952 in Brooklyn NY to the late Arthur Heckel and Agnes Lorraine Lakner. She graduated from South Mecklenburg High School in...

Jan 17, 2025

Dr. Gary Carlton Kimsey, 71, of Fort Mill, SC, passed away on January 17, 2025, in Charlotte, NC, following a courageous battle with complications from lymphoma. Born on July 2, 1953, in Rock Hill, SC, he was the son of the late Carlton Clifford Kimsey and Barbara Eloise Adams Kimsey. 

Gary graduated from Rock Hill High School in 1971 and earned...

Jan 16, 2025

Lavinia McCall passed away in her home on Thursday January 16, 2025. The second daughter to the late James Leroy and Sadie Mae Osborne McCall. Preceded by her brother O. Downey McCall and sister Julia Ann McCall. Lavinia was a lifelong resident of Fort Mill only being away for a stint in the U.S Marine corp. She was an excellent...

Jan 16, 2025

Rock Hill, SC - Mr. Walter Jack Harwell, 90, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at White Oak Manor of Rock Hill, SC.

Graveside services will be 2:00 pm Monday, January 20, 2025, at Greater Life Baptist Church, 17025 Lancaster Hwy, Charlotte, NC 28277 with Rev. Tim Blue officiating.  

A native of Gaston County, Mr....

Jan 15, 2025

Jan 15, 2025

Joseph “Joe” Paul Jones, 61, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on January 15, 2025. He was a beloved father, husband, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Joe was born on July 24, 1963, in Canoga Park, California. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1981 in Dubuque, Iowa. Throughout his professional...

Jan 14, 2025

Grahame Edward Rance, 72, of Rock Hill, SC and formerly of Frisco, TX, passed away suddenly after a brief illness on January 14th, 2025. Born on November 12, 1952, in Newport, South Wales, Grahame was the cherished only child of the late Ivor Edward Rance and his surviving mother, Denise Rance.

Grahame led an incredible life that he shared with his...

Jan 14, 2025

Rock Hill, SC – Ms. Kristine Elizabeth Colley, 33, departed her earthly body on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Red Path Baptist Fellowship Church, located at 814 Teaberry Lane, Rock Hill, SC 29730, with Pastor Eddie Williams officiating.

Kristine...

Jan 13, 2025

Fort Mill, SC – Mrs. Betty Lou Hammond Sisk, 92, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 13, 2025.

 A graveside service will be 11:00 am Friday, January 17, 2025, at Unity Cemetery, Fort Mill, SC with the Rev. Josh Fite officiating. 

 A native of Fort Mill, SC Mrs. Sisk was a daughter of the late Wylie...