Mr. Dennis Paul Wheatley, Jr. entered eternal rest on Thursday, April 25, 2024 after an extended illness.  The son of the late Dennis Sr. and Minnie Whaetley he was born while his father was serving his country in Germany.  After completing his education, Dennis followed in his father's footsteps by serving in the SC National Guard.  He did warehouse work until his failing health precluded him from continuing.  Dennis loved watching sports, especially, NASCAR,...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mr. Shawn Anthony Kelsey, age 60, of Chesnee, SC, early Tuesday morning, April 23, 2024. Shawn’s journey was illuminated by love, laughter and the cherished companionship of his beloved wife, Mrs. Darlene Kelsey. Together they nurtured a home filled with warmth and affection that embodied a bond that transcends time. Among those who mourn his loss is his dear aunt, Mrs. Marietta Burnside and a multitude of cousins, in-laws, friends and...

Shelby Jean Padilla (1942-2024) Shelby Padilla, 81, of Landrum, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024. Shelby was born in Buncombe County, North Carolina in 1942 to Bill and Edna Justice, she had three sisters and one brother. Upon graduating high school, Shelby spent most of her career working as a legal secretary. Shelby enjoyed being a mother and grandmother, and spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed cooking, listening to music, singing, and writing....

Keisha Waynette Dawkins Hardy answered her Father's call on Friday, March 22, 2024 in Spartanburg Medical Center. She was born on October 5, 1969 in Spartanburg, SC to Lynn Lewis Dawkins of Spartanburg, SC and the late Harold Wayne Dawkins. She was married to Terry Hardy for twenty years. Keisha was a 1987 graduate of Spartanburg High School and received her associate degree from Spartanburg Methodist College and undergraduate degree from Converse College. She worked as a teacher...

Michael Alfred Barra passed away suddenly March 16, 2024.Born in New York City but raised in Conway, SC, he attended Conway High School and Coastal Carolina University.  He was in the hospitality industry for the past 30 years. Michael is survived by his parents, Paul and Joan Barra of Columbia, SC, and by his siblings, all of South Carolina: Pauline Barra Peters of Roebuck; Anna Barra Alishaukus (Thomas) of Harleyville; Marne Barra Jenkins (John) of Columbia; Charles Paul Barra of...

     Jackie Virginia Caldwell entered eternal rest on Sunday March 10, 2024 after an extended illness.  She was a loving mother of two children, Zachary and Sharon, and a wife to Kenny Caldwell.  Jackie and Kenny met at 16 years old, married at 17, and spent the next 27 years together.  She was a spitfire, funny, and adoring woman who enjoyed photography and crafts.  She loved to spend time with her family, travel to the mountains and the beach,...

On May 17, 1938, in Spartanburg, S.C. Milton and Eula Harris welcomed Wilburn Eugene Harris, who was the first born of seven children. He was affectionally to many as "Pete".  Educated in Spartanburg City Schools, Pete was a lifelong member of Macedonia Baptist Church, where served diligently.  He never waivered in his love for GOD.  Pete was seen daily walking swiftly on Howard Street.  He would wave and smile at the many cars that passed him by.  He...