Obituaries

Jun 11, 2025

Virginia Robinson Everett was born on August 8th, 1940 to the late Sam Alexander and Arthletha Robinson.

She attended Emmett Scott High School. She lived in New York for several years and moved to Washington, D.C. where she resided with her husband for over fifty years.

Virginia joined Trinity Religion Temple where she accepted Jesus...

Jun 10, 2025

A complete obituary is forthcoming.

Jun 8, 2025

Mr. John Clowney was born on April 27, 1928 to the late John Clowney and Victoria Johnson Clowney, in Chester, South Carolina. He transitioned peacefully to his heavenly home, Sunday, June 8, 2025, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family.

He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend, leaving behind a...

Jun 4, 2025

Betty Jean Hope-Jarrett, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away unexpectedly in her home in Gastonia, North Carolina, on June 4, 2025, at the age of 75. She was born on April 20, 1950, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, to the late Louise Bolder and James Richard Hope Sr.

Betty graduated from Emmet Scott High...

Jun 1, 2025

Mr. Joe Hayden, a retired United States Veteran and a beloved resident of York County, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the age of 73.

Born in Lancaster SC on June 27, 1951, Joe was the son of Robert and Callie Blair Hayden. He pursued higher education at Friendship College, earning Bachelor's...

Jun 1, 2025

Nathaniel “Skin” Banks entered his heavenly home on Sunday, June 1, 2025, surrounded by the love of his cherished children and grandchildren. He was born on November 21, 1943, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Nathaniel was the beloved son of the late James and Gertrude Banks. He grew up in Rock Hill and was educated in its public schools,...

May 25, 2025

Willa Laura Kennedy Michaux Prince was born on May 23, 1944, in Mooresville, North Carolina, to the late Odell and Amanda Kennedy. She peacefully departed this life on May 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Willa accepted Christ at a young age and joined Boyd Hill Baptist Church, where she remained actively involved in ministry. She...

May 23, 2025

Arrangement is Burial at Sea by the US Navy.

May 22, 2025

A son birthed on May 30th 1980 to Vanessa Long and Nathaniel Mitchell. Victor entered eternal rest on Thursday, May 22nd, at Prisma Health Heart Hospital in Columbia SC.

Victor affectionately known as “Vick”, was educated at Cooley High, and Glen Mills School from 1995-1997, in Concordeville, PA where he earned his certifications in Broadcast Communication. He...

May 21, 2025

On the beautiful day of May 21, 2025 an angel came down from Heaven to take Hattie "Carnell" Campbell Gordon home to Glory to receive her reward...

Hattie was born on May 18th, 1936 in York County. She is preceded in death by her husband Lonnie Gordon, Sr. 61 years of marriage; her parents Robert "Love" Campbell...

May 19, 2025

A complete obituary is forthcoming.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mt. Calvary AME Zion Church, PO box 485, Rock Hill 29731 Or

c/o Rock Hill Walk to End Alzheimer's "In Memory of Cynthia Barber"

Alzheimer's Association, 4600 Park Road Ste 250 Charlotte, NC 28209

May 17, 2025

Grefonda LaChan Dunham was born on November 22, 1951, in Fort Benning, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Archie Leon Mitchell and the late Glenda Marene Mitchell Jenkins, PharmD.

Ms. Dunham spent her formative years in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

Her early education was attained through Emmett Scott in York County, and she...

May 14, 2025

Mr. Akeem Bernard Ross was born on January 18, 1994, in Rock Hill, South Carolina to Wendy Ross and Ronald Burris.

Akeem attended South Pointe High School. Akeem loved football, basketball, his family, friends, and especially his children. He was very helpful, respectful, and passionate about his love for life.

Akeem is predeceased by his...

May 13, 2025

Drucilla Elaine Gaither of 1369 Flint Street Ext. Rock Hill, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Ms. Gaither was born on October 27,1961 to James Mack Robinson and the late Lucille Robinson.

Drucilla graduated from Rock Hill High School and she loved working with her hands; painting, flooring, construction, and fishing.

In...

May 11, 2025

Billy Antonio Nash, son of Mattie Louise Nash-Hall and the late Billy Hayes, was born on January 11, 1968, in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

He received his education in the public schools of Rock Hill, where he developed a strong foundation for his character.

From an early age, he became a proud member of Liberty...

May 6, 2025

On Tuesday, May 6th, 2025, she heard the voice saying, "The place I went to prepare for you is ready. You must leave your loved ones, but I will take care of them as I have taken care of you."

Mrs. Carrie Bell Davis Joseph was born on April 24th, 1937, in York County, Rock Hill, SC....

May 6, 2025

On the afternoon of Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Rev. M. N. Baxter heard the voice of Jesus say “Come unto me and rest.” He answered the call at the Wayne T. Patrick Hospice House and went from labor to reward. Rev. Baxter, affectionately known as “Buck”, was born on January 14, 1949 to the late McKinley and Johnnie Mae...

May 5, 2025

Jacquelyn Luginia Douglas, affectionately known as "Jackie," passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on August 23, 1951, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Jackie was the beloved daughter of Dorothy D. Hunter and stepdaughter of the late James Victor Hunter.

Jackie was a proud graduate of Emmett Scott High School, Class...

Apr 29, 2025

Patricia L. James was born in Sellers, South Carolina on August 14, 1938 to the late Beatrice Burgess Dixon and John Dixon. She passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, at the age of 86 in Jonesboro, Georgia in the care of her loving daughter, Malaika. A devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Patricia lived a life of grace,...

Apr 28, 2025

A complete obituary is forthcoming.