Local Obituaries for Abbeville County, SC & Surrounding Areas
Keith Cleveland
Aug 1, 2025
Archie Keith Cleveland, 69, of Abbeville, died Friday, August 1, 2025, at his home. Born February 7, 1956, in Abbeville, SC to the late Archie L. and Mabel Moore Cleveland, he was reared in Jackson, SC.
A 1974 graduate of Jackson High School, Keith attained a bachelor’s degree in business with a concentration in management from Limestone College. He proudly served...
Frank A. 'Skip' Tortorello
Jul 30, 2025
Frank A. ‘Skip’ Tortorello, 82, of the Savannah Lakes Community, husband of Patricia Batto Tortorello, died Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at his home. He was born in Newark, NJ to the late Anthony and Nellie Decker Tortorello.
‘Skip’, as he was affectionately known, graduated from Hillside High School, Class of 1960. A proud veteran of the United States Marines, he served...
Earl Cannon
Jul 28, 2025
Earl Cannon, 75, of Abbeville, husband of Brenda Brock Cannon, died Monday, July 28, 2025, at his home. He was born in Abbeville to the late Harvey F. and Annie Lee Smith Cannon.
A graduate of Abbeville High School, Class of 1968, Earl retired from Covidien Medical Products with 45 years of dedicated service. A true farmer at heart, he spent...
Bettina 'Tina' Dublin
Jul 26, 2025
Bettina ‘Tina’ Dublin, 77, of Abbeville, South Carolina, beloved wife of Wayne Dublin, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Abbeville Area Medical Center. Throughout her final hours, her devoted husband, Wayne, remained steadfastly by her side, a testament to their enduring love.
Born in The Bronx, New York, Tina was the cherished daughter of the late Costantino...
William Barry Devore
Jul 23, 2025
William Barry Devore, 63, of Donalds, SC, died July 23, 2025 at his home. He was the beloved husband of Tanya McCombs Devore. Born in Greenwood, SC, he was the son of the late John Newton and Billie Jean Andrews Devore.
Barry was a proud graduate of Dixie High School, Class of 1979, and Lander University, Class of 1983. He dedicated...
Johnny S. Copeland
Jul 23, 2025
Johnny S. ‘Pappy’ Copeland, 68, of Abbeville, died Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at his home. He was born in Abbeville to Rosemary Hodges Copeland and the late James Eugene ‘Gene’ Copeland.
A 1975 graduate of Abbeville High School, Johnny continued his education by attending Presbyterian College. He was currently employed with Centerline Engineered Solutions (formerly KSC) in Greenwood. Johnny demonstrated dedication...
Benjamin 'Banjo' Powell
Jul 22, 2025
Benjamin ‘Banjo’ Powell, Jr., 75, of Abbeville, husband of Myra Alexander Powell, died Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at his home. He was born in Abbeville to the late Benjamin Bonnon Powell, Sr. and Nancy Harris Powell.
Banjo, as he was affectionately known, was a 1968 graduate of Abbeville High School. He served with honor in the United States Marines, demonstrating his...
Donald Lee Smith
Jul 21, 2025
Donald Lee Smith 87, husband of LaNettye “Nett” Waters Smith, resident of Hwy 81 N., entered into rest Monday July 21, 2025, at Abbeville Area Medical Center.
Born on May 10, 1938, in Miami, FL to the late Ralph Harry and Martha Hall Smith, he worked as a monkey trainer at Monkey Jungle in Homestead Fl. He retired from Sundance Builders...
Aaron Thad Ricketts
Jul 19, 2025
Aaron Thad Ricketts, 48, of Ninety-Six, husband of April McGill Ricketts, died Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the Hospice House in Greenwood. Thad was born in Greenwood to the late Tommy and Darilyn King Ricketts.
Thad or affectionally known as ‘Stick’ was a proud 1995 graduate of Abbeville High School and held his faith in the Presbyterian Church close to his...
Andrew Nicholas Thomas
Jul 18, 2025
Andrew Nicholas Thomas, 34, of Abbeville, died Friday, July 18, 2025, at his home. He was born in Habersham County, GA to Gary Lynn Thomas and the late Beverly Heath Thomas.
Andrew had a unique gift for making friends wherever he went, never meeting a stranger. The simple yet powerful thought of “Hey you, you’re awesome” echoed his approach to life...
Stephen 'Steve' Parnell
Jul 18, 2025
Steve Parnell, 69, of the Antreville Community, husband of Charlene Loner Parnell, died Friday, July 18, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Abbeville to the late James Dudley ‘Red’ Parnell, Sr. and Irene Underwood Parnell.
A 1974 graduate of Dixie High School, Steve’s career was marked by many years of service to his community....
Julius Marvin King, Jr.
Jul 18, 2025
Julius Marvin King, Jr., 88, of Abbeville, husband of Gale Brown King, died Friday, July 18, 2025, at his home. He was born in Abbeville to the late Julius Marvin King, Sr. and Lillian Lee Dansby King.
Julius graduated from Abbeville High School, Class of 1955, where he developed friendships that lasted a lifetime. He cherished these bonds, often attending breakfast...
Helen Potts Bonds
Jul 15, 2025
Helen Potts Bonds, 90, of Calhoun Falls, wife of the late William ‘Buzzard’ Bonds, died Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Emerald Gardens of Greenwood. She was born in Dillsboro, NC to the late Wiliam Wilkes and Julie B. Messer Potts.
Helen was a retired employee of the former Bigelow Sanford Company in Calhoun Falls. A devoted member of the Calhoun Falls...
Mildred Frances Smith
Jul 13, 2025
Mildred Frances Smith, 95, widow of the late Thomas Junior Smith, resident of Hwy 72 W., entered into rest Sunday, July 13, 2025, at her residence.
Born on October 18, 1929, in Winnsboro, SC to the late Jim and Hassie Rogers Kirkland, she was a Packer in the Medical Glove Industry. She moved from Ware Shoals to Abbeville over 30 years...
Johnny Page
Jul 13, 2025
Johnny C. Page, 64, of Abbeville, husband of Rita Smithey Page, died Sunday, July 13, 2025, at his home. He was born in Abbeville to the late Benjamin L. and Evelyn Bratcher Page.
A 1979 graduate of Abbeville High School, Johnny was the owner and operator of Page’s Locksmith and Page’s Shoe Shop for more than 40 years. He briefly worked...
Clyde Douglas Wilson
Jul 9, 2025
Clyde Douglas Wilson, 72, resident of Hickory St., entered into rest Wednesday July 9, 2025 at his residence.
Born on June 4, 1953 in Abbeville to the late Clyde and Annie Ruth Banks Wilson, he was a graduate of Calhoun Falls High School. Clyde spent 23 years in the Army National Guard, Abbeville 125th En Co. He was a retired truck...
Jayce Alexander Blackwell
Jul 5, 2025
Jayce Alexander Blackwell, 21, of Kingsport, TN, died Saturday, July 5, 2025. He was born in Spartanburg, SC to Jennifer Michelle Blackwell.
Jayce attended Abbeville County Schools and worked with Hobby Electric, LLC. He was a passionate musician, who enjoyed playing the piano and keyboard. His musical talents were matched only by his love for spending time with friends, creating lasting...
Lue Virginia McNatt
Jul 3, 2025
Lue Virginia Prater McNatt, 83, widow of the late James “Jimmy” Irvin McNatt, resident of Ellis Ave., entered into rest Thursday, July 3, 2025, at her residence.
Born on April 12, 1942, in Georgia, to the late Hugh Benjamin and OV Carnes Prater, she was a homemaker.
She loved Elvis, enjoyed crocheting and shopping.
She was a member of Church of God of...
Gerald Milford
Jul 3, 2025
Gerald Benjamin Milford, 87, of Abbeville, husband of Earlene Spearman Milford, died Thursday, July 3, 2025, at his home. He was born in Abbeville County to the late William Albert Milford and Mertie McClain Milford.
A 1956 graduate of Abbeville High School, Gerald furthered his education at Greenwood College of Commerce, Class of 1960. He honorably served his country in the...
Guynelle Hooper Brooks
Jul 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Guynelle Marie Hooper Brooks, age 96, who entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, surrounded by the love that defined her remarkable life.
Guynelle was the embodiment of warmth and compassion, touching every life she encountered with her gentle spirit and unconditional love. As a devoted wife, caring mother and...
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