Obituaries

Mar 12, 2025

Mr. John Lee Kirkland, beloved son, father, brother, and friend, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. He was born on November 6, 1945, in Rock Hill, SC, to the late Sidney Kirkland and Lillian Crawford Kirkland.

A proud graduate of Emmett Scott High School in 1964, John went on to serve his country...

Mar 9, 2025

SSG Lester Sherrill made his journey from this world on March 9, 2025, at the age of 72, in the comfort of his home in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Born on October 9, 1952, at the York County Hospital in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Lester dedicated his life to service and family. A graduate of Fort Mill High School, class...

Mar 8, 2025

Services can be live-streamed at www.youtube.com/@OBCRockHill

D. Jeffery Sligh, a devoted educator, musician, and friend to humanity, died on Saturday, March 8, 2025, in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Born in Westchester County, New York, on February 7, 1960, he was the only child born to the late David and Lona Sligh. Jeffery was two years old when...

Mar 8, 2025

Mildred Elizabeth Burris, peacefully departed this life on March 8, 2025, at the age of 79. She was surrounded by her loving family in her hometown of Rock Hill, SC.

Mildred was born on November 6, 1945, to Abraham and Alberta Stowers. She had a heart for helping others, which led her to a lifelong career as...

Mar 8, 2025

A complete obituary is forthcoming.

Mar 7, 2025

Evelyn M. Young departed this earthly life on Friday March 7, 2025, at Pruitt Health Skilled Nursing Facility in Rock Hill, South Carolina. She was a native of Chester, South Carolina.

She was born on December 14, 1952, to the late James Mitchell and Janie Mae McClure.

Evelyn was educated at Fairfield and Emmitt Scott...

Mar 5, 2025

Mrs. Daphne R. Hicks was born on June 6, 1954 in Rock Hill, South Carolina to the late William D. Burris Sr. and Louise Burris.

She attended school at Emmett Scott High School and later graduated from Rock Hill High School, both located in Rock Hill, SC. Upon graduation, she worked at Klear-Knit as a quality control...

Mar 3, 2025

We gather today in remembrance of a beloved soul whose life shone brightly as a guiding star. On the evening of March 3, 2025, Maurice Wendell Cary was called home to eternal rest, embraced by the angels of God. Born in Washington, DC, on December 11, 1932, he was the eldest of three children and was affectionately known as...

Mar 2, 2025

Deacon Edward "Mutt" McCrorey, 75, of 1356 Ogden Road, Rock Hill, South Carolina, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Piedmont Medical Center. Edward was born on April 7, 1949, in York County to the late Alfred "Putt" and Sallie B. McCrorey. He joined Cedar Grove Baptist Church at an early age. After completing...

Feb 28, 2025

A complete obituary is forthcoming.

Feb 27, 2025

Ida Ree Gaines, a devoted woman of faith known for her love, kindness, and strength, passed away on February 27, 2025, to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Ida's faith was a guiding light throughout her life. She was a devout member of Flint Hill Baptist Church of Rock Hill, where she found solace and...

Feb 25, 2025

Mr. Alonzo June, 83, of 1365 Ogden Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730 passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025.

Mr. June was born on August 11, 1941, to the late Mr. Charlie June and Ms. Mary King.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Frances King; Mary Ann Ervin and...

Feb 25, 2025

Bernice Anders Mobley, 92, of Rock Hill, SC entered into Eternal Life on February 25, 2025, in Knoxville, TN. She was born on July 3, 1932, Rock Hill, SC to Mack Andrews and Jannie May McClenahan.

Bernice was a graduate of Emmett Scott High School where she excelled academically. She went on to marry William E. Mobley...

Feb 24, 2025

Mr. James "Chicken" Randal Gillispie, 67, of Rock Hill, SC passed away February 24, 2025, after doing what he loved most, carrying the message to the sick and suffering. He was born July 21, 1958, in Mooresville, NC to the late Johnny Pinkston and Patricia Anne Gillispie.

James attended school in Mooresville, NC where he graduated from...

Feb 23, 2025

Mrs. Daisy Lee Archie Stewart was born April 4, 1941 in Rock Hill, South Carolina to the late James Archie and Willie Scott Archie. Daisy went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 23, 2025. In addition to her parents, Daisy was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Stewart, and her brother James Archie, Jr.

Feb 21, 2025

Geneva Caldwell Williams was born in the township of Rock Hill, SC on December 31, 1930. She was loved, cherished and motivated by her parents, the late Willie C. Caldwell and the late Mary Neely Caldwell. Geneva took advantage of the opportunities provided by her parents to explore avenues that led to a happy and productive life. Geneva was...

Feb 20, 2025

Mr. Terry Mann Wilmore was born on December 7,1961 in Chester, SC, the son of the late Mr. James C. Wilmore, Sr. and Mrs. Ella Mae Owens Wilmore. He departed this life on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Brooklyn Community Health Center, Gaffney, SC.

Terry attended Finley Senior High School in Chester, SC.

He was...

Feb 19, 2025

Janice McCullough Meeks, 70, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on April 17, 1954, Janice was the daughter of the late Sarah and Theadore Meeks. She was a proud graduate of Rock Hill High School and went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree from Bowie State University. Janice...

Feb 16, 2025

Mr. Oliver "Buddy" Martin Starnes, a beloved member of his family, passed away on February 16, 2025, at the age of 75.

Mr. Buddy was born on December 17, 1949, to Samuel Sr. and Mary (Allison) Starnes. Buddy attended York School District and graduated from York High School in 1968, followed by the Welding Program at York...

Feb 16, 2025

Mrs. Willie Mae Neal, 92 years young of 117 Englishman Drive, Rock Hill, SC went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 16, 2025. She was born on August 23, 1932, in York County to the late Thomas Taylor, Sr. and Willie Mae Cherry Taylor.

She attended York County public schools. She was a faithful...