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Local Obituaries for Gray Funeral Home Located in Laurens, Clinton, and Whitmire, SC

Rev. Dr. Francis McIntosh Womack

Rev. Dr. Francis McIntosh Womack

Oct 22, 2024

Rev. Dr. Francis M. Womack, Jr. entered the Church Triumphant peacefully on October 22, 2024, surrounded by his children and in the capable care of the medical staff of the Clinton Presbyterian Community in Clinton, South Carolina.

Francis was born on July 9, 1929, in Jacksonville, Florida to Francis McIntosh Womack and Laura Brownfield Womack.

Francis had a joyful and adventurous childhood,...

Sarah Carolydean Burdette Rampey

Sarah Carolydean Burdette Rampey

Oct 22, 2024

 Sarah Carolydean Burdette Rampey, widow of Everett C. Rampey, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at her home. 

 She was born on May 29, 1934 in Anderson, South Carolina and was the daughter of the late William Norton Burdette, Sr. and Pearl Stone Burdette. Sarah retired from Laurens County School District #55 and was a member of Green Pond United Methodist...

Brian Keith Hill

Brian Keith Hill

Oct 21, 2024

In Loving Memory of Brian Keith Hill 

Brian Keith Hill, age 43, of Clinton, South Carolina, passed away on October 21, 2024. Born on January 26, 1981, he was the beloved son of Johnny and Pamela Hill.

A man of deep love and unwavering devotion, Brian will be remembered most for his profound love for his late wife, Tracey Hill, with whom...

Michael "Dale" Knight

Michael "Dale" Knight

Oct 21, 2024

 Michael “Dale” Knight, age 72, of Laurens, passed away at his home on Monday, October 21, 2024. 

 He was born in Laurens, South Carolina and was the son of the late Thomas Jesse (Jack) Knight and Florence Hopkins Knight. Dale retired from JTEKT with combined service from Torrington and Timken of 46 years. He was an avid golfer winning several trophies,...

Freddrick "Freddie" A. Attaway

Freddrick "Freddie" A. Attaway

Oct 20, 2024

Freddrick “Freddie” A. Attaway, age 74, husband of Etta Attaway, passed away, Sunday, October 20, 2024, at his home.

Born October 12, 1950, in Laurens, SC, he was a son of the late Freddrick Robin and Faye Elizabeth Patterson Attaway. Freddie enjoyed bowling and fishing, but most of all, he loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.

In addition to his...

Janet Nell Griffin

Janet Nell Griffin

Oct 19, 2024

Janet Nell Griffin, age 66, of Clinton, SC, passed away, Saturday, October 19, 2024, at her daughters’ home.

Born May 11, 1958, in Laurens, SC, she was a daughter of the late Connie O’Dell Griffin, Jr. and Shirley Ann Brewington Griffin. 

Janet is survived by her children, Charlie Griffin, Wendy Gaskins (Adam), and Kristi Vaughn; her sisters, Debbie Thomas, and Dianne Young;...

Inge Helene Gierst Evans

Inge Helene Gierst Evans

Oct 19, 2024

 

Inge Helene Gierst Evans, age 87, widow of Isaac Daniel Evans, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the National Health Care of Clinton.

 She was born November 16, 1937, in Hoppstadten, Germany and was the daughter of the late Josef Gierst and Theresa Zimmerman Gierst. She was a home maker who loved to work in her garden and loved her...

Dudley "Fish" Fishoff, Jr.

Dudley "Fish" Fishoff, Jr.

Oct 18, 2024

Dudley "Fish" Fishoff, 64, formerly, of 415 Mill Street, Laurens, SC, entered the Heavenly gates on October 18, 2024, at NHC of Laurens.

 Born August 21, 1960, in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Francois Fishoff, Dudley was an only child. He was the entertainer of the house and loved to dance, sing, and travel with his Mill Street family. Fish brought...

James Michael "Mikey" Lindler

James Michael "Mikey" Lindler

Oct 15, 2024

James Michael “ Mikey” Lindler, age 73, of Whitmire, husband of Carol Inman Lindler, passed away, Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at his home.

Born November 15, 1950, in Whitmire, SC, he was a son of the late John Calvin and Jean “Cutie’ Steen Lindler. Mikey dedicated many years of service to Whitten Center and Carlisle Finishing. He was a devoted family...

Louis "Buck" Meeks

Louis "Buck" Meeks

Oct 13, 2024

Louis “Buck” Meeks, age 79, of Clinton, passed away, Sunday, October 13, 2024, at his home.

Born December 29, 1944, in Laurens County, he was the son of the late J.C. Meeks and the late Frances Holmes Meeks. Buck worked for Clinton Mills until its closing and later retired from Teknor Apex. He was an active member and Elder of Lydia...

Cora Medlin King

Cora Medlin King

Oct 13, 2024

Cora Medlin King, age 82, of Clinton, SC, widow of James “Ray” King, Sr., passed away, Sunday, October 13, 2024, at NHC of Clinton.

Born February 17, 1942, in Clinton, SC, she was the daughter of the late James Medlin and Maud Loyd Medlin. Cora owned and operated three corporations, J.R. Rentals, J.R. Mart and J.R. Liquors, Inc. She loved to...

Michael Dean Franklin, Sr.

Michael Dean Franklin, Sr.

Oct 12, 2024

Michael Dean Franklin, Sr., of Cross Hill, husband of Mary Franklin, passed away, Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Self Regional Healthcare. 

Born January 21, 1953, in Clinton, SC, he was a son of the late LJ Franklin and Viola Lark Franklin. Michael was a skilled carpenter, former volunteer fireman at the Cross Hill Fire Department, and past Master Mason of the...

Donnie Bundrick

Donnie Bundrick

Oct 10, 2024

Donnie Bundrick, age 81, of Whitmire, SC, husband of Marilyn Southerland Bundrick, passed away, Thursday, October 10, 2024 at NHC of Clinton.

Born October 20, 1942 in Pomaria, SC, he was a son of the late Cecil Abner Bundrick, Sr. and Helen Ruth Singley Bundrick. Donnie was the owner of D&D Auto in Whitmire, SC, until his retirement. He had a passion...

Winfred D. "Mac" McCullough

Winfred D. "Mac" McCullough

Oct 9, 2024

 Winfred D." Mac" McCullough, age 81, of Clinton, SC. Husband of Kathleen Walker McCullough, passed away, Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Hospice of Laurens County. 

 Born November 15, 1942, in Whitmire, SC, he was a son of the late Leland Loraine and Kathryn Epting McCullough. Mac proudly served in the Army National Guard and was the owner of Dixie Fence in...

Mark Alan Stewart

Mark Alan Stewart

Oct 6, 2024

Mark Alan Stewart, age 67, husband of Robbie June Stewart, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024 at his home.

Mark was born on July 30, 1957, in Monroe, Michigan, to the late Keith Earl Stewart and Arden Karolin Carpenter. A proud graduate of Flint Northern High School, Class of 1975, he also completed his training in Auto Body Repair at the Genesee...

David Holland

David Holland

Oct 5, 2024

David Holland passed away peacefully at his home in Clinton. David was born in 1950 in Laurens County Hospital to John Bluford, a farmer, and to Agnes Murphy Holland, a teacher. It was she who gave David a love of family history. David attended Clinton public schools. 

He is survived by two sisters, Ruth Moye of Birmingham Al and Mary Ann...

Deborah Marie Young

Deborah Marie Young

Oct 2, 2024

Deborah Marie Young, age 58, of Laurens, widow of Francis "Fran" Young, passed away, Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

Born November 21, 1965 in Buffalo, NY, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Joyce Kujawski Baginski.

Deborah is survived by her sons, Russell Young of Kinston, AL, Bradley Colantuono of Newberry, Timothy Stasierowski of Buffalo, and Cody Stasierowski of Clinton; her...

Paco Anguiano

Paco Anguiano

Oct 1, 2024

Paco Anguiano, age 33, husband of Shanna Puckett-Anguiano, passed away, Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital.

He was bom July 30, 1991, in Mexico and was the son of Rosa Maria Anguiano Luna of Mexico and the late Herberto Ovando Ponce. He was a Security Officer for Samsung in Mexico and attended Fairview Baptist Church. Paco loved...

Timothy Wayne Merchant, Sr.

Timothy Wayne Merchant, Sr.

Sep 29, 2024

Timothy Wayne Merchant, Sr., age 68, of Kinards, SC, widower of Betty Jean Harvey Merchant, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2024 at his home.

Born January 9, 1956 in Newberry County, SC, he was a son of the late C.T. and Mary Deaton Merchant. Wayne retired from the textile industry and was of the Church of God faith. He loved hunting...

Joyce Nye Templeton

Joyce Nye Templeton

Sep 28, 2024

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on September 28, 2024, Mrs. Joyce Nye Templeton, age 89, was a native of Woodruff, SC. She spent most of her life in Clinton, SC.

 Joyce passed away after battling dementia for several years. Up until the end, she maintained kindness, compassion and love for her family and friends. She was an active member of...

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