Gayla W. Moss
May 1, 2026
Gayla W. "Nana" Moss, 68, of Central, passed away on May 1, 2026. Born in Pickens, County she was the daughter of Ralph and Vera Whitlock.
Gayla is survived by her husband of forty nine years, Johny R. Moss of the home, her two children; Miranda (Scott) and Leslie (Trey) both of Central she is also survived by her...
Sharon Lee Decorah
April 28, 2026
Born in Newark, New Jersey, Sharon carried a strong sense of love and resilience throughout her life. She worked as a dedicated secretary, where her kindness and reliability touched many in her work place and friendships.
Sharon found joy in life's simple pleasures. She loved bowling, watching movies, and shows, the relaxing time at the lake, and loved her beloved pet,...
Tony Darrell Watson
April 25, 2026
Tony Darrell Watson, 67, of Seneca, passed away on April 25, 2026. Born in Spartanburg, he was the son of Geneva Watson Jones.
Survivors include his longtime companion, Edna Sims, his children; Natasha Watson, TJ Watson, Durant Watson, and Stefan Johnson, he is also survived by one sister, Camilla Johnson. Other survivors include his nieces and nephews, Mario Johnson, Kiana Johnson,...
Joyce Elaine Rosenberger
April 24, 2026
Joyce Elaine Burgess Rosenberger was born August 26, 1940, to Anna Gertude Jenkins Burgess and Clark Wilbur Burgess. While her parents lived in Forestville (currently Great Falls), Virginia, she was born in a small log cabin at the end of Springvale Road. (The cabin has been torn down in recent years). Growing up, Clark was a carpenter and Anna was...
Kathleen Anne Taylor
April 20, 2026
Kathleen "Kat" Anne Taylor, 65, of Westminster, passed away peacefully at her home on April 20, 2026. Born in Pittsburg, PA. she was the daughter of the late Cecil Lee Taylor and Thelma Elenor Krapp Taylor.
Survivors include her children, Telesia (Lisa) Nix of Seneca, and Leanne Taylor of Westminster. Other survivors include a grandson, Bryan "Trey" Blackwell, three nieces, two...
John Michael Bell
April 13, 2026
John Michael Bell passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Monday, April 13, 2026.
Born October 29, 1952 in Seneca, SC, John was the son of the late John Milton Bell and Hazel Padgett Bell. He grew up in Sanford, FL but the family then moved to Gainesville, FL where he attended the University of Florida. He...
Charles J. Resler
April 13, 2026
Charles (Charlie) Joseph Resler, 89, of Keowee Key, Salem, S.C. peacefully went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 13, 2025. He was born December 31, 1936, in Stamford, Connecticut to Charles and Anna Resler.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 69 years, Jane (Janie), his sister Katherine Spiers, son-in-law Fred Oettle (Deb), and...
Susan Elaine Shook Palmer
April 13, 2026
Susan Shook Palmer, of Seneca, born April 19,1959 in Oconee County to the late Aud and Maryann Shook passed away on April 13, 2026.
Survivors include her son Dee Palmer, sisters; Sandra Trader and Becky Leblane, a brother, Roger Shook and her nephews, Brad Smith, Josh Sanders, and Steven Ables she is also survived by two nieces, Sonya Shook, and Yauna...
Jonathan Wayne Sexton
April 4, 2026
Jonathan Wayne Sexton, born on July 24, 1997, in Anderson, left us far too soon on April 4, 2026, in the same town that had been the backdrop of his life’s journey. His passing was unexpected, leaving a profound void in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
Jonathan’s life was one deeply intertwined with family and the simple...
David Wayne Lay
March 31, 2026
David "Flat" Wayne Lay, 63, widower of Carolyn Ann Lay, of Walhalla passed away on March 31, 2026. Born in Seneca, he was the son of Rufus Lay and Alice Ida Fuller Lay.
Survivors include his children; Kachel Gibson (Dewayne), Carly Angela Sims (Janie), Carla Andra Kay (Roger) and special friend, Teresa Sims other survivors include his grandchildren; Leslie Eades, Drew...
Shannon Dee Cobb
March 30, 2026
Shannon Dee Cobb, a highly skilled master carpenter with expertise spanning construction, plumbing, electrical work, body shop, and painting, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, at Greenville Memorial Hospital. Born on September 9, 1966, in Oconee County, to Johnny Cobb and Barbara Owens Cobb, Shannon dedicated his life to craftsmanship and the trades, establishing a reputation for exceptional skill...
Ricky Lee McAlister
March 21, 2026
Rickey Lee McAlister, 69, of Pickens, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Born in Easley he was the son of the late Bobby Lee McAlister and Flora Mae Brezeale McAlister. Ricky had a deep love for the outdoors and possessed a remarkable green thumb and found great joy in cultivating vibrant gardens that brought beauty...
James Lincoln Webb
March 20, 2026
James Lincoln Webb, 76, of Westminster, passed away on March 20, 2026. Born in South Carolina he was the son of the late Lincoln Grant Webb and Mattie Hedden Webb Bates.
James was a US Army Veteran.
Survivors include his three children; Angelia Davis, Jesse Webb, and Candi Reid, other survivors include his siblings, Janice Smith, Jewell Crowe and one brother, RL...
Sherman Dale Head
March 19, 2026
Sherman Dale Head, known to all as Dale, age 68, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026. He was born on September 25, 1957, and lived a life defined by strength, kindness, and a deep connection to his family.
Dale dedicated over 40 years of his life as an over-the-road truck driver, a career that reflected his strong work ethic, independence,...
Brandon O'Neal Hart
March 17, 2026
Brandon O'Neal Hart, "B-BO", 36, of Walhalla, passed away on March 17, 2026. Born in Greenville, he was the son of O'Neal Hart and Kathy Norris.
Survivors include his father, O'Neal Hart, of Walhalla, his two children: Hayden Hart and Baylen Hart.
Other survivors include his siblings, Kimberly Wheeling, Anthony Hart, Malvin Norris, and Stacey Hart
Brandon loved fishing, his children, he enjoyed...
Preston Ford Ellenburg
March 16, 2026
Preston Ford Ellenburg, 74, of Liberty, passed away on March 16, 2026, at his home after a long battle with lung cancer. Born in Salem he was the son of the late Hoyt Ford and Earline Bowen Ellenburg. He was the owner of Ellenburg's grading and absolutely loved his work. Even while Preston was sick his biggest wish was to...
Thomas Earl Luke
March 15, 2026
Thomas Earl Luke (born February 16, 1952) passed away peacefully in the early hours of March 15, 2026 after a years-long battle with Alzheimer’s. He was with his wife, Judith S. Luke, during his final moments.
Tom grew up in Levittown, New York and made his way south to Clemson, SC to attend college where he studied education at Clemson University....
Betsy Aldrich McKee
March 14, 2026
Betsy Aldrich McKee, 91, most recently of Seneca, SC, entered the more immediate presence of her Lord and Savior, following a period of declining health on March 14th, 2026. She passed away under the care of Cottingham Hospice House. The family would like to thank the staff at both Cottingham and Keowee Square Assisted Living for their dedication and compassion...
Egan O'Connor
March 14, 2026
Egan O'Connor, a distinguished writer and editor whose career was marked by a deep commitment to public health and scientific integrity, passed away peacefully at her home on March 14, 2026, with her loving husband, Ray Eidissen, by her side. Born on March 10, 1937, in New York, NY, Egan lived a life characterized by intellectual rigor, generosity, and a...
Robert Earl Clements
March 14, 2026
Robert Earl Clements, of Seneca, passed away at his home on March 14, 2026. Born in Virginia he was the son of the late Grover and Laverne Clements. He was very proud to serve his Country as a US Marine.
Robert is survived by his wife Maria of the home.
Brown Funerals is assisting the family.