Robert Kenneth Fay, Sr.

Robert Kenneth Fay, Sr.

November 3, 2025

Robert "Bob" Kenneth Fay, 60, of Seneca, passed away on November 3, 2025. Born in Somerville, NJ, he was the son of Robert Walter Fay and Sandra Walton Fay. 

Survivors include his wife, Angela Fay, of the home, his stepmother, Tena Koller, and his children, Robert Fay, Jr., Ashley Fay, and Jamie Fay. Other survivors include his grandchildren: Jevyn, Jayce, Amyah,...

Barbara Chambers Phillips

Barbara Chambers Phillips

November 3, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce that Barbara “Barbie” Chambers Phillips, beloved wife and daughter, passed away on November 3, 2025, surrounded by family. Born to Jim and Karen Chambers, Barbie was an active, happy, and strong-willed girl who was a co-leader in Girl Scouts with her mom for ten years. While in high school, she participated in several school organizations...

Mary Catherine Cramer

Mary Catherine Cramer

November 3, 2025

Mrs Mary C Cramer, Age 91 of Spartanburg, SC, was Promoted To Glory on November 3, 2025, at Anmed Cannons Hospital in Pickens, SC.

Born February 3, 1934, in Altoona, PA, to the late Andrew and Elizabeth (Zitsch) Ryan.

Mary was very active in the Salvation Army from the time she was 7 Years of age. She was a Senior Soldier in...

Vernon Leon Burkett

Vernon Leon Burkett

November 2, 2025

Vernon Leon Burkett, 87, passed away on November 2, 2025. Born in Oconee County, he was the son of the late Edward Garfield Burkett and Annie Kerr Burkett. Vernon was predeceased by his wife of 57 years and his high school sweetheart, Joyce Ellenburg Burkett.

He retired from the grocery business and was a member of the very first Daniel High...

Mary Olive Steed

Mary Olive Steed

November 1, 2025

Mary Olive Steed transitioned peacefully on All Saints Day. She was 83 years old and still spunky as hell.

Mary Olive was born in Brooklyn in 1942, a Catholic girl who could pray the rosary and curse like a dockworker in the same breath. She married at age twenty and followed her husband to army bases overseas while he deployed to...

Ronald Dwain Blackston

Ronald Dwain Blackston

November 1, 2025

Dr. Ronald Dwain Blackston (August 27, 1936 - November 1, 2025)

Atlanta, GA - Dr. Ronald “Dwain” Blackston, 89, of North Druid Hills in Atlanta, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Atlanta.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 6, at 2:00 P.M. at Trinity Baptist Church, 504 South Oak St., Seneca, SC...

Harold Matthew Nix

Harold Matthew Nix

October 28, 2025

Harold Matthew Nix, 68, of Seneca, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at his home. He was predeceased by his wife, Karmen Nix.

  Born in Oconee County, he is survived by his children: Telesia "Lisa" Nix, Matthew (Andrea)  Nix, Cheyenne (Michael) Nix, and Ryan Hardwick. Other survivors include one grandchild, Trey Blackwell.  

Harold worked for several years with J.P....

Ruby S. Hardy

Ruby S. Hardy

October 26, 2025

Ruby Elizabeth Skinner Hardy, 88, of Liberty, SC, wife of George L. Hardy, Jr. for 61 years, died peacefully on October 26, 2025, at Prisma Health Cottingham Hospice House in Seneca, SC, after complications from a stroke and Alzheimer’s.

Born January 17, 1937, in Ware Shoals, SC, Ruby was the daughter of her late parents, Thomas Marvin and Elizabeth Page Skinner....

Dorothy Mae Mathews

Dorothy Mae Mathews

October 26, 2025

Dorothy Mae Mathews, 83, of Seneca, widow of Sharrod Mathews, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at her home. 

Born in Greenville, she was the daughter of the late Albert Monroe Myers and Lula Mae Morris Myers.

Survivors include her children: Elaine (Mike) Williams, Wanda Whitfield, Marti (Melissa) George, and Brian George. 

Other survivors include her fourteen grandchildren. 

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Thomas James Harmon

Thomas James Harmon

October 25, 2025

Thomas James Harmon, born on October 30, 1952, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, in Seneca, Carolina. A cherished member of his family and community, Thomas's life was characterized by a robust spirit and an unwavering commitment to his loved ones.

He is survived by his brother, Donnie Harmon, who will remember him for his kindness,...

James Charles Doyle

James Charles Doyle

October 22, 2025

James Charles Doyle, born on August 16, 1938, in Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025, in Seneca, South Carolina. He was a dedicated family man, accomplished professional, and active member of his community.

A proud alumnus of Bloomfield High School in Michigan, James graduated with the class of 1956 before pursuing further education at the Notre Dame...

Marlyn Lee Billet

Marlyn Lee Billet

October 20, 2025

On October 20, 2025, at 7:45 AM, on a beautiful, cool Fall Day, Marlyn Lee Billet, age 96, formerly of York, PA, passed away with his daughter Lisa and son-in-law Jeff closely by his side.

Marlyn was born in York, PA on July 5, 1929, the son of George and Norah Billet. The Great Depression began the year of Marlyn’s birth,...

Mary Elizabeth "Beth" McGee Brucke

Mary Elizabeth "Beth" McGee Brucke

October 19, 2025

Beth Brucke, a beloved mother, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at the age of 79. Born on April 10, 1946 in Pendleton, SC to the late, Otis Odell and Mary Runie McGee. 

Beth dedicated her life to her family, leaving a legacy of love and support. Her absence leaves a void that cannot be filled.

She was preceded in...

Patrick Gee Rose

Patrick Gee Rose

October 19, 2025

Patrick Gee Rose passed from this life on October 19, 2025.

 He was born Feb 1, 1950, in Sacramento, CA. His parents, Col. John G. and Mina M. Rose, predeceased him. He is survived by his sister, Connie Worthington, his nieces Linda Marie Connolly (Hal Connolly) and Joyce W. Virga, along with his great nieces and nephews, Shannon Rose Connolly, Garrett...

Julie Ann Voss

Julie Ann Voss

October 17, 2025

Julie Ann (Gabrielson) Voss, 69, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, in Seneca, South Carolina, after a courageous five-year battle with cancer, with her loving husband by her side.

Julie was born in Gladstone, Michigan, on July 6, 1956, to Carole and Melvin Gabrielson. She is survived by her mother, age 95; her sister, Lauri Decamp (Robert); her devoted husband,...

Gregory Jerome French

Gregory Jerome French

October 16, 2025

Gregory Jerome French, a loving husband, devoted stepfather, proud grandfather, and lifelong adventurer, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 61.

Born on December 11, 1963, in Huntington Beach, California, Greg was the beloved son of Doris Rajotte Jones and Jerome French. He grew up on the beautiful coastline of Solana Beach, California,...

Michael Carey Hart

Michael Carey Hart

October 6, 2025

Michael Carey Hart, 73, husband of Karen Elaine Black Hart, entered eternal rest on Monday October 6, 2025, surrounded by his family at the residence.Born on July 13, 1952 in Seneca, South Carolina, Michael was the son of the late Willie J. Hart and Betty Jean Crooks Hart. Michael was a lifelong resident of Return Community. Since childhood, he had...

Alan Henry Van Heusen

Alan Henry Van Heusen

October 3, 2025

Alan Henry Van Heusen, a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away at home on October 3, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on March 7, 1949, in Ludlow, Massachusetts.

Through the years, Alan's professional journey as a registered nurse spanned several states, including New York, Florida, and South Carolina, where he held various positions throughout his fulfilling career....

William Gustin

William Gustin

October 2, 2025

William Gustin, age 81, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Cottingham Hospice House in Seneca, South Carolina. Born on April 13, 1944, he was the loving husband of Donna Gustin and father to Alysia Gustin. 

Joseph Scott Swinbank

Joseph Scott Swinbank

October 1, 2025

Joseph Scott Swinbank, 47, of Six Mile, passed away on October 1, 2025, after a long battle with cancer.

Born in Illinois, he was the son of Warren and Deborah Swinbank.

Survivors include his wife, Kristie Anne Salatino, of the home, one son, Ryan, and three grandchildren: Sebastian, Paisley, and Marcus.

Other Survivors include his Aunt, Lany, and Uncle, Parker, and his in-laws,...