Claude Kirby Ballew
Kirby Ballew, 88, of Simpsonville, husband of Thelma Aiken Ballew, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 8, 2025. Born in Simpsonville, Mr. Ballew was a son of the late Dillard & Virginia Kirby Ballew. He was a long-time member of First Baptist Simpsonville – Upstate Church. Kirby served the City of Simpsonville […]
Florence Watson Howard
Florence Watson Howard, age 69, of 7 Hickory Hollow Ct. Greenville, passed away peacefully, with her family on Saturday, June 7, 2025. She was raised in Fountian Inn, SC and the daughter of the late Nancy Stewart Watson and granddaughter of the late James Wilton Stewart, Sr and Iris Owings Stewart. Florence was a graduate […]
Gwendolyn W. Mimms

Gwendolyn Walton Mimms, 103, of Fountain Inn, SC, widow of John A. Mimms, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Born in Gray Court, SC, she was a daughter of the late Dr. John C. and Minnie McDowell Walton. Gwendolyn is survived by four children, James Nance (Candy), Andrea Bell (Herbert), Shari Gibbs (Steve), and […]
Terry Vaughn Thomas Freeland

Terry Vaughn Thomas Freeland, age 90, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 4th, at the Clinton Presbyterian Community Home in Clinton, South Carolina. She was welcomed at the gates of Heaven by her beloved husband, Robert Freeland. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and servant of God, Terry lived a life full of love, purpose, and […]
Suellen L. Bobbe

Suellen Lanning Bobbe, 85, of Seneca, SC, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. Born in Neptune, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Horace A. and Mary Fitzgerald Lanning. Suellen retired from Publix after 30 years of service. In her retirement she enjoyed reading, swimming, and being outdoors. Suellen is survived by her […]
Glenn E. Pace Sr.
Glenn Edward Pace, Sr., 87, of Mauldin, SC, widower of Joann M. Pace, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Born in Canton, NC, he was a son of the late Fred Derise and Charlotte Pressley Pace. Glenn is survived by two sons, Glenn E. Pace Jr. (Kayla) and Timothy Keith Pace (Judy); one grandson, […]
Charles Mack Owens
Charles Mack Owens, 77, of Simpsonville, left to be with our Lord and Savior on June 1, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on July 4, 1947, and raised in the Poe Mill community and graduated from Parker High School. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps and was a dedicated […]
Stephen Edward Godfrey
Stephen E. Godfrey, 55, of Simpsonville, husband of Janelle Tripoli Godfrey, passed away on May 24, 2025. Born in Lexington, SC, Mr. Godfrey was a son of Carol Godfrey and the late Jerry Godfrey. In addition to his wife Janelle, he is survived by three children, Madelena Grace Long and her husband, Luke, Reis Stephen […]
Rudolf H. Kahl
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rudolf “Rudy” H. Kahl, who passed away peacefully with a smile on May 26, 2025, in Fountain Inn, South Carolina, at the age of 75. He was surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. Rudy was born on September 9, 1949, in […]
Ira Dupree Buffington, Jr.
Ira Dupree Buffington, Jr., 80, of Simpsonville, husband of Diane Shuman Buffington, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Born in Dublin, GA, Mr. Buffington was the son of the late Ira D. & Anna Buffington, Sr. He was a member of First Baptist Church Simpsonville. In addition to his wife, Diane, he is survived […]