Obituaries

Nov 6, 2026

Arthur Franklin Hunt Sr. was born June 27, 1949, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, to the late Vinnie Lee Brice and Charlie Anderson. He made his departure on November 5, 2026 when God ordered his steps to be with him in glory.

Arthur Hunt was educated in the York County School System. He attended Emmett Scott High School.

Mr. Hunt worked at...

Oct 26, 2026

Nov 3, 2026

Oct 31, 2026

Preston “PY” Jones Jr., 70, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, peacefully departed this life at home on October 31, 2026. Preston was born on February 2, 1956, in Rock Hill, York County, South Carolina, to the late Preston Jones Sr. and Creola Murphy Jones. Preston graduated from Northwestern High School, where he enjoyed playing basketball throughout his school years. After...

Oct 31, 2026

Napoleon Franklin Bradford, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, educator, minister, and United States Air Force veteran, peacefully transitioned from this earthly life on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Napoleon was the son of Henry Shields Bradford and Mary Catherine Davis Bradford. Matriculating through the public schools of Forsyth County, Napoleon “Poe” graduated from Paisley High School in...

Oct 27, 2026

Mr. James “Jitt” Lee Robinson was born on October 12, 1937, to the late Ernest Elihue Robinson and Mary Ann Hopkins. He departed this life on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at his home.

Growing up in Rock Hill, he attended Emmett Scott Elementary and High School. He gave his life to the Lord and attended First Calvary Baptist Church before later...

Oct 24, 2026

On October 24, 2026 James Allen Jakab passed away in his home in Richburg, SC. 

He was born and raised in Cleveland, OH before joining the Navy where he traveled around the world. After his service, he returned to Ohio but later called New York, Florida, and South Carolina home as well. He was known as Dad, Jim, James, Timber Jim,...

Oct 23, 2026

Willie Bright, born on January 29, 1943, in the heart of Williamsburg County, SC, departed this world peacefully on October 23, 2026. As we gather to celebrate his life, we remember the remarkable journey of a man who touched the lives of many with his kindness, humility, and unwavering faith.

Born to Stinia McDowell Bright and Willie Bright Sr., Willie was...

Oct 22, 2026

Oct 15, 2026

With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we celebrate the life and legacy of Robert Louis Welch, who peacefully departed this earthly life on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the age of

82. Although his earthly journey has come to an end, the love he shared, the memories he created, and the lives he touched will forever remain in the hearts of...

Oct 14, 2026

Ms. Jeannette "Net" Byers was born January 12, 1945, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, to the late Edward Byers, St. and Emma Lee Byers.

She transitioned from labor to reward on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

She was educated in the Rock Hill Public School System and was a graduate of Emmett Scott High School, Class of 1963. She received her cosmetology license...

Oct 9, 2026

Oct 9, 2026

Patricia Ann Gaymon Nichols was born in Port Chester, New York on July 21, 1964, to Mary and the late Charles Gaymon. She was called to her peaceful rest on October 9, 2026 at home.

She was married to Robert Davis from Charlotte, NC.

Pat received her education from Northwestern High School and graduated in 1982. She was a cheerleader and Jr.

ROTC....

Oct 4, 2026

Mr. Daniel Lee Strong was born July 28, 1942 in Rock Hill, South Carolina to the late Mr. Daniel Strong and Annie Mae Campbell Strong. He went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill SC. He was proceeded in death by is wife; Katherine Byers Strong, two sisters, Mrs....

Oct 3, 2026

Mrs. Dorothy D. Hunter was born on November 26, 1933, in York County, South Carolina, to the late Robert L. and Juanita Gilmore Douglas. She was the beloved wife of the late James V. Hunter and the devoted mother of the late Jacquelyn.

Dorothy was educated in the Rock Hill School District and was a proud graduate of the former Emmett...

Oct 1, 2026

Mrs. Hattie Belle Potts was born to the late William Barnette and Janie Barber Barnette on August 7, 1938. She departed to His eternal home on October 1, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Joseph W. Potts, and her sisters, Connie Cale and Mary Ferguson.

Hattie attended schools in the Rock Hill School District. She worked for 30...

Sep 29, 2026

Joshua Richard McIver was born on May 5, 1987, in Plano, Texas, to Diane McIver and the late Randy McIver. He passed away in Rock Hill, South Carolina, on September 29, 2026, at the age of 39.Josh graduated summa cum laude from York Technical College in 2017, earning an associate degree and a certification in welding. Some of his favorite...

Sep 28, 2026

Tommy Barnette, lovingly known as “Tom” or “T”, peacefully departed this life on Monday, September 28, 2026, at the age of 68. He peacefully fell asleep in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father.

Tom was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He loved his family dearly, especially his children and grandchildren. He also had a deep love for...

Sep 27, 2026

Neil Kenneth Ashman, 62 of Rock Hill, SC passed away on Sunday September 27th, 2026 at home surrounded by his loved ones. 

He started as an appliance delivery person and worked his way up to an appliance repair technician then becoming a master technician to then owning appliance repair company (Ashman Appliance Service) for 26 years. He was very involved in...

Sep 25, 2026

Mrs. Maggie L. Robinson gained her wings and went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Rock Hill Post Acute Care. Mrs. Maggie L. Robinson was born on July 2, 1929, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Dorcey and Frank Brice, Sr. She was preceded in death by her husband,...