Local Obituaries for Abbeville County, SC & Surrounding Areas

Harold L. Prince, Jr.

Harold L. Prince, Jr.

May 3, 2026

Harold L. Prince, Jr., 92, of Abbeville, husband of the late Marion Camak Prince, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Self Regional Healthcare.

Born in Greenville, South Carolina, Harold was the son of the late Harold L. Prince, Sr., and Mildred Sheppard Prince.

A 1951 graduate of Abbeville High School, he fondly recalled his time playing football for the Panthers....

Patricia 'Patsy' Rosenberg Riley

Patricia 'Patsy' Rosenberg Riley

May 2, 2026

Patricia "Patsy" Rosenberg Riley, 79, of Abbeville, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Abbeville Area Medical Center. Born in Wilmington, NC, she was the beloved daughter of the late Dr. George V. Rosenberg and Edith Cochran Rosenberg.

Patsy was a devoted mother and grandmother who cherished time spent with her family. Her interests included painting and sculpting, as well...

Sandra Jean Phillips

Sandra Jean Phillips

May 1, 2026

Sandra Jean Phillips, 64, of Iva, wife of Robert Vincent Phillips, died Friday, May 1, 2026 at the Callie and John Rainey Hospice House in Anderson. She was born in Camden, NJ to the late Anthony Stanley Goraj and Virgina Slaboda Goraj.

Sandra was a former employee at the AnMed Medical Center in the business office and member of First Creek...

Dorothy 'Dot' Kidd Manning

Dorothy 'Dot' Kidd Manning

Apr 30, 2026

Dorothy "Dot" Kidd Manning, 89, of Abbeville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at Lakelands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Abbeville. She was the beloved wife of the late Rev. Virgil L. Manning.

Mrs. Manning was born in Fort Mill, South Carolina, to the late Olin N. and Ouida Carruth Kidd.

A 1955 graduate of Calhoun Falls High School, she...

Edward T. 'Bud' Webster, Jr.

Edward T. 'Bud' Webster, Jr.

Apr 28, 2026

Gunnery Sergeant Edward Thomas ‘Bud’ Webster, RET. U.S. Marine, 80, of McCormick, SC., husband of Ann Schneck Webster died Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at his home. He was born in Mt. Kisco, NY to the late Edward T. Webster, Sr and Mary Martin Webster.

Bud retired from the U.S. Marine Corp after serving three tours in Vietnam where he received many...

Jerry Dwayne Little

Jerry Dwayne Little

Apr 27, 2026

Jerry Dwayne Little, 78, of Hartwell, GA, formerly of Abbeville, SC passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026, at AnMed Health Medical Center.

Born on May 13, 1947, in Royston, GA, Dwayne was the son of the late Francis Little and Zelma Mae Moon Little. A proud graduate of Abbeville High School, Class of 1965, he went on to earn his...

Joseph Barry 'Bear' Creswell

Joseph Barry 'Bear' Creswell

Apr 26, 2026

Joseph Barry ‘Bear’ Creswell,79, husband of Cheryl Stickles Creswell, died Sunday, April 26, 2026 at his home. He was born in Abbeville to the late Joseph Meadows and Ouida Adams Creswell.

A 1965 graduate of Abbeville High School, Barry attended Clemson University. He dedicated 37 years as a Conductor and Instructor with CSX Railroad, demonstrating commitment and professionalism throughout his tenure....

JoAnn Russell Bledsoe

JoAnn Russell Bledsoe

Apr 25, 2026

JoAnn Russell Bledsoe, 80, of Troy, SC, wife of the late Lamar Derrick Bledsoe, Jr., died Saturday, April 25, 2026 at her home. Mrs. Bledsoe was born in McCormick, SC to the late Sydney J. Russell, Sr., and Mary Leila Edwards Russell.

A 1963 graduate of Greenwood High School, she was a devoted member of the Methodist faith. Throughout her life,...

Vivian Marie Davis

Vivian Marie Davis

Apr 24, 2026

Ms. Vivian Marie Davis, age 76, passed away on Friday April 24, 2026.

A native of Calhoun Falls, SC. Marie was affectionately known to her family as "Ree". Marie was the daughter of the late Horace Jackson and Lila "Tiny" McClain Davis.

Survivors include her sister; Jackie Davis (John) McCurley; Niece Kelly C. Jordan; nephew; Josh (Katie) Carrington; great niece and nephews;...

Shelvia J. Evenson

Shelvia J. Evenson

Apr 24, 2026

Shelvia J. Evenson, 71, of Abbeville, SC, wife of Eric G. Evenson, died Friday, April 24, 2026, at Self Regional Healthcare in Greenwood, SC. She was born in Augusta, GA to the late William Allen and Myrtis Smith on August 29, 1954.

A 1972 graduate of Belleville High School, Shelvia began her career with a heartfelt focus on helping others, working...

Luke George Adams

Luke George Adams

Apr 22, 2026

Luke George Adams, 87, of Calhoun Falls, husband of Carole Carithers Adams, died Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at his home. He was born in Winder, GA to the late George L. and Maudie B. Clack Adams.

Mr. Adams dedicated many years to the textile industry before retiring. When able he attended Lake Russell Baptist Church and found joy in fishing, coin...

Scott McCurry

Scott McCurry

Apr 20, 2026

Christopher Scott McCurry 52, of Anderson, SC, died Monday, April 20, 2026, at AnMed Medical Center in Anderson, SC. He was born December 6, 1973 in Greenwood, SC to Don McCurry and Susan Dickerson Bowen.

Scott graduated from Crescent High School. He was employed in the roofing industry as an estimator and foreman with the former Coes Roofing. In his youth,...

Marvin 'Buddy' Hershberger

Marvin 'Buddy' Hershberger

Apr 19, 2026

Marvin “Buddy” Hershberger, 65, of the Level Land Community, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Born in Norfolk, Virginia, on April 25, 1960, he was the son of the late Henry J. and Anna Elizabeth Yoder Hershberger. 

Buddy was known for his enjoyment of simple pleasures, including mowing the lawn, driving his Kubota and golf cart,...

Baby Katherine Andrea Page

Baby Katherine Andrea Page

Apr 17, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of sweet Katherine Andrea Page, a precious infant of just four months, who died on Friday, April 17, 2026, at her home.

Though her time with us was brief, Katherine’s presence was a radiant light that warmed every room she entered. Her joyful smile and delightful giggles brought endless happiness to...

Isaac Ray 'Ike' Morgan

Isaac Ray 'Ike' Morgan

Apr 17, 2026

Isaac Ray 'Ike' Morgan, 75, of Abbeville, SC, husband of Marlys 'Marty' Jordan Morgan, died Friday, April 17, 2026, at his home. He was born in Clarksburg, WV to the late Victor and Ora May Cupp Morgan.

Ike, as he was affectionately known, honorably served his country in the United States Army.  He held numerous jobs throughout his life.  For 18...

George D. Hall, Jr.

George D. Hall, Jr.

Apr 16, 2026

George D. Hall, Jr., 81, of Abbeville, SC, husband of Jayne Thompson Hall, died Thursday, April 16, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Pendleton, SC to the late George D. Hall, Sr. and Alice Belle Brown Hall Anderson Hardy.

A 1963 graduate of Abbeville High School, George pursued a career that reflected both his...

Dorothy M Mertz

Dorothy M Mertz

Apr 9, 2026

Dorothy M. Mertz, 84, of Donalds, died Thursday, April 9, 2026, at her home. She was born in Chillicothe, OH.

All services will be private.

A message of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting www.harrisfuneral.com.

Harris Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Abbeville is assisting the Mertz family.

Bill Botts, Jr.

Bill Botts, Jr.

Apr 8, 2026

L. Bill Botts, Jr., age 75, of Abbeville, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Born on April 3, 1951, in Greenwood, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Jewel Grace Loftis and Lt. Col. Billy Botts, USA (Ret.).

A proud graduate of Calhoun Falls High School, Class of 1969, Bill continued his...

David ‘Dave’ Allan Kenzie

David ‘Dave’ Allan Kenzie

Apr 4, 2026

David “Dave” Allan Kenzie, 88, of Greenwood, husband of the late Maryleone Bober Kenzie, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, April 4, 2026. He was at his home, surrounded by the love of his family, with his daughters by his side. He was born in Jackson, Michigan, to the late Bernard Frank Kenzie and Marjorie Hazelton Kenzie.

A 1956 graduate of Leslie...

Heather Lynn Pruitt

Heather Lynn Pruitt

Mar 31, 2026

Heather Lynn Pruitt, 43, of Honea Path, died Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Self Regional Healthcare in Greenwood. She was born in Anderson to Erline McLawhorn Pruitt and the late Larry Thomas Pruitt.

Heather was a proud graduate of Belton-Honea Path High School in 2001 and furthered her education at Lander University, graduating in 2011. She was presently employed as a...