Obituaries

Dec 11, 2025

Obituary for Jean Brazzell Baker

Cherished Mother, Mawmaw and Friend

Jean Brazzell Baker, lovingly known as Mama and Mawmaw, passed away at the age of 83 on December 11, 2025. Born on January 14, 1942, Jean lived a life defined by love, service, and an unwavering commitment to Jesus, her family and friends.Jean followed Jesus at a young age and she loved...

Dec 2, 2025

LINDA DARLENE GOOCH WILLIAMS

October 9, 1946 – December 2, 2025

Linda Darlene Gooch Williams of Lancaster, SC passed away Tuesday, December 2 at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, SC at the age of 79.

Visitation is 1- 2 PM Saturday December 06, 2025, at Jerry Hartley Funeral Home, the funeral service will be at 2 PM at Jerry Hartley Funeral Home...

Dec 1, 2025

Michael Eugene Starnes, of Lancaster, South Carolina, passed away on December 1, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Mike was a loving father, brother and Pawpaw. As a strong believer in Christ, Mike lived his life as a devoted Christian man whose faith guided every step he took. He had a gentle spirit and unwavering love for others...

Nov 23, 2025

LANCASTER, S.C. Mrs. Janice Heilman Pepper age 83 wife of the late Chief Petty Navy Officer James Pepper died Sunday November 23, 2025 at MUSC Health Lancaster.

The Visitation for the Family will be from 11:00 TO 11:30 Tuesday December 2, 2025 at Jerry Hartley Funeral Home 684 Hubbard Dr, Lancaster S.C. 29720. The Funeral Services are scheduled at 2 P.M....

Nov 23, 2025

LANCASTER, S.C. Ms. Sharon Teresa Ray age 64 died Sunday November 23, 2025 at the home of her daughter Leann surrounded by her grandchildren. She was born in Lancaster County August 11, 1961 a daughter of the late Mr. Wayne Ray and Mrs. Peggy Sue Roberts Ray. The Funeral Service will be 2 PM Saturday November 29, 2025 at Jerry...

Nov 22, 2025

LANCASTER, S.C.  Mr. Richard A. Waltz age 78 husband of Mrs. Almeda Waltz died Saturday November 22, 2025 at his home under the care of Hospice.

Visitation for Mr. Waltz is 11 AM-1 PM Thursday December 04, 2025; Funeral service is 1 PM Thursday December 04, 2025 both services are at Bell Mortuary & Crematory, Shangrila Chapel, 1444 Fountaintown, IN 46130....

Nov 18, 2025

HEATH SPRINGS, S.C.  Mr. Daniel Floyd Parker age 38 died on Tuesday as a result of an accident.  He was born in Charlotte, N.C. a son of Bobby Lee Parker and Sherry Hinson Faris.  Daniel was of the Baptist Faith and a talented Handyman and craftsman. The Graveside Funeral Service and burial  will be 11 A.M. Saturday November 22, 2025...

Nov 17, 2025

LANCASTER, S.C.  Mr. William Thomas "Tom" Arant age 90 husband of Mrs. Betty Arant died Monday November 17, 2025.  The Funeral Service will be 11 A.M. Friday Morning November 21, 2025 at The First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church by the Pastor Jonathan Williams, burial will follow at Lancaster Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the Church from 10...

Nov 11, 2025

LANCASTER, S.C. Mrs. Joan Rorie Sneed age 85 , passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025.

Born December 10, 1939 in Union County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Preston and Pearl Nash Rorie.

She is survived by a son Norris P. Sneed (Donna) of Blountville, TN; a brother, Cecil W. Rorie (Martha) of Jefferson, SC; her life partner Earl...

Nov 4, 2025

INDIAN LAND, S.C.  Ms. Rebecca Lynn Grier Cook, age 66 died Tuesday November 4, 2025 at her home in Indian Land.  She was born in Lancaster County a daughter of Robert L."Sonny" Grier and Carolyn Ann Hancock Grier.

She Graduated from the University of South Carolina in Columbia with a Bachelors Degree in Business. She worked and...

Oct 28, 2025

Kershaw, SC

Shannon Lin Allsopp (Davidson), 47, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025 in her home, surrounded by her loved ones. Born June 8, 1978, in Quincy, Massachusetts, to Roy and Linda Davidson. Shannon is survived by her devoted partner, Walter Dejardin, and the father of her children, Christopher Allsopp. She leaves behind her three beloved...

Oct 25, 2025

LANCASTER, S.C.  Mrs. Daisy Rose Anderson Holshouser age 82 wife of the late James Holshouser of 64 years who died October 2024 at the age of 84, died early Saturday morning at her home.  She was born May 6,1943 in Chesterfield County, a daughter the late Mr. Cecil Anderson, and Mrs. Rosie Anderson. She was a retired employee of...

Oct 18, 2025

Elizabeth "Annette" Catoe, 62 of Lancaster, South Carolina, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025 surrounded by loving family and friends.Born March 14, 1963, youngest daughter of the late Connie Wright and Mary Lee West Wright.

Visitation is 1-2 PM Tuesday October 21, at Oakhill Baptist Church followed by the funeral service at 2 PM at Oakhill Baptist...

Oct 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Robin (Rob) Drew Robbins

LANCASTER, S.C. Mr. Robin (Rob) Drew Robbins, born on, May 3, 1956 in Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025. Honorable servant of the U.S. Navy as Construction Mechanic (Seabees), Petty Officer Second Class. He is preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Martha Robbins and...

Oct 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of Steven Duane Phillips

Steven Duane Phillips, 41, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, passed away at Piedmont Medical Center, on Friday. Oct 3, 2025 surrounded by those who loved him.

Steven was one of a kind — full of life, laughter, and love. He was outgoing and could light up any room...

Sep 29, 2025

LANCASTER, S.C.  Ms. Theresa Withrow age 60 died Monday September 29, 2025 at her home.  She was born April 27, 1965 in Charleston, West Virginia a daughter the late Willis Withrow, and Claudia Persinger Withrow.  She was a homemaker and of the Christian Faith.

Theresa is survived by a daughter Markayla Stowers of West Virginia, a son...

Sep 29, 2025

LANCASTER. S.C. SFC Rodney Harry Richards II age 71 husband of Colleen Richards died Monday September 29, 2025, at his home. He was born June 15, 1954, in Woodbury, New Jersey, a son of Joan Stapleford and the late Rodney Richards. He retired from the U.S. Army as Sergeant First Class E-7. A member of Second Baptist Church in...

Sep 26, 2025

INDIAN LAND, S.C. Dr. Jean Noonan Rafferty age 79 wife of Dr. Bob Rafferty died Friday Morning September 26, 2025 at her home. A gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date.

Jerry Hartley Funeral Home and Cremation, 684 Hubbard Drive Lancaster, S.C. 803-285-8000 is taking care of the Rafferty Family.

Sep 3, 2025

Fort Lawn, S.C. Miss Patricia Hedgepath age 81died Wednesday September 03, 2025, at Atrium Health Union Monroe, NC.  She was born on September 21, 1943, a daughter of the late Hurman Hedgepath and Earestine Moore Hedgepath. She was a member of the Church of God, Fort Lawn, S.C.

The Visitation will be from 4 P.M. to 6...

Aug 22, 2025

LANCASTER, S.C.  Mrs. Barbara Crane age 67 wife of Mr. James Crane died Friday August 22, 2025, at her home. She was born on September 21, 1957, a daughter of the late Raymond Antzak and Delores Blackwietz Antzak.  She was a Devout Catholic and the Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 A.M. Saturday Morning August 30, 2025, at...