Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Gray Funeral Home Located in Laurens, Clinton, and Whitmire, SC

Richard (Ric) Dennis DeTroia

Richard (Ric) Dennis DeTroia

Nov 27, 2024

Richard (Ric) Dennis DeTroia, of Clinton, SC, peacefully passed away at home with his wife by his side on November 27, 2024 at the age of 72 after fighting a courageous and fearless battle with cancer.

Ric was born December 18, 1951, in Providence, Rhode Island and was the son of the late Alfred J. DeTroia and Catherine D. DeTroia. Ric...

Emma Lou Bryant Worley

Emma Lou Bryant Worley

Nov 27, 2024

Emma Lou Bryant Worley, age 86, passed away, Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Rainey Hospice House in Anderson, SC. 

Born December 18, 1937, in La France, SC, she was a daughter of the late Henry Benjamin and Ressie Lee Daccus Bryant. Emma formerly worked at the Ora Mill in Anderson and Anderson Hosiery in Clinton. She enjoyed visiting with family and...

Minnie Catherine "Cathy" Bell

Minnie Catherine "Cathy" Bell

Nov 23, 2024

Minnie Catherine “Cathy” Bell, 70, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, November 23, 2024, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. 

Cathy was born on July 26, 1954 in Laurens, SC, to the late Llewellyn and Frances Patton Turner. She graduated from Ford High School in 1972, where she enjoyed participating in the band. Cathy went...

John Wayne Lawson

John Wayne Lawson

Nov 22, 2024

 John Wayne Lawson, age 53, of Whitmire, SC, passed away, Friday, November 22, 2024, at his home. 

 Born May 21, 1971 in Batesburg, SC, he was a son of the late Billie Ann Cockerell Storey. John was formerly employed with Shakespeare in Newberry and was a member of Park Road Baptist Church in Prosperity. He had a passion for painting and...

Jimmi Ann Carnes Muse

Jimmi Ann Carnes Muse

Nov 21, 2024

Jimmi Ann Carnes Muse, age 72, of Laurens, wife of David Muse, passed away peacefully, Thursday, November 21, 2024, at her home.

 Born January 28, 1952 in Greenville, SC, she was the daughter of the late James Arthur Carnes, Jr. and Marie Seeger Carnes. She was a lifelong educator and instructor of theatrical arts.

 A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00...

Chasity Lynn Butler

Chasity Lynn Butler

Nov 20, 2024

 Chasity Lynn Butler, age 46, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at Self Regional Healthcare. 

 She was born on October 17, 1978 in Laurens, South Carolina and was the daughter of Freda Satterfield Butler of Waterloo and the late Louis “Billy” Butler III. Chasity worked in textiles, several convenience stores and as a waitress. She attended Beaverdam Baptist Church. 

 Chasity is survived...

Kathleen Walker McCullough

Kathleen Walker McCullough

Nov 19, 2024

 Kathleen Walker McCullough, age 77, widow of Winfred D. “Mac” McCullough, passed away, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at NHC of Clinton.

 Born December 4, 1946 in Clinton, SC, she was a daughter of the late Charlie Walker and EllaFair Gilliam Walker. Kathleen was a Register Nurse and worked for LCDSN. She was also the co-owner and secretary for Dixie Fence. She...

Valarie "Bal Bal" Conner Howard

Valarie "Bal Bal" Conner Howard

Nov 12, 2024

 Valarie “Bal Bal” Howard, passed away, Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at her home in Kinards, SC, at the age of 65. 

 Val was born to late Barbara and Bentley Conner on March 6, 1959 as the oldest of three girls. She was predeceased by her two sisters, Donna and Kaye. Val was the beloved wife of the late Richard “Pete” Howard....

Sherale Bullard Bundrick

Sherale Bullard Bundrick

Nov 12, 2024

 Sherale Bullard Bundrick, age 71, of Whitmire, wife of 54 years to Derrill Bundrick, passed away, Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Prisma Health-Laurens County Hospital. 

 Born October 9, 1953 in Whitmire, SC, she was the daughter of the late, George and Mary Ellen Reid Bullard. Sherale was formerly employed with Regal Mills and worked for several convenience stores in the Whitmire...

Wanda Jane Clark Broome

Wanda Jane Clark Broome

Nov 11, 2024

Wanda Jane Clark Broome, age 57, of Albert Lea, MN, passed away, Monday, November 11, 2024, at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN. 

Born August 18, 1967 in Clinton, SC, she was a daughter of the late, Richard L. Clark, Sr. and Virginia Wilson Clark.

Wanda is survived by her husband, Frankie Broome; her son, Nicolas Tarrant (Christie) of Kenton, TN; her...

John Lewis Wallace

John Lewis Wallace

Nov 11, 2024

 John Lewis Wallace, age 67, of Clinton, SC, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital from complications due to a massive stroke. 

 Born July 20, 1957 in Spartanburg, SC, he was the son of the late Lewis N. Wallace and Arminta L. Wallace. John graduated from Clinton High School and Presbyterian College. A lover of...

Allison Laird

Allison Laird

Nov 11, 2024

 Allison Laird, age 43, passed away, on Monday, November 11, 2024 at Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital. 

 She was born in Columbia, South Carolina on July 9, 1981 and is the daughter of Troy S. and Wanda Willoughby Laird. Allison was a former employee of the USC Pulmonary. She was a member of Temple Baptist Church where she was baptized in...

Bennie B. Brewer

Bennie B. Brewer

Nov 10, 2024

Dateline - Clinton, SC

 Bennie B. Brewer, age 83, of Clinton, SC, husband of Alice Brewer, passed away, Sunday, November 10, 2024, at his home. 

 Born October 7, 1941 in Clinton, SC, he was a son of the late Bennie and Irene Merchant Brewer. Bennie was a proud US Navy Veteran and worked at Clinton Mills for many years and later retired...

Elizabeth "Liz" Grace Harvey Keyes

Elizabeth "Liz" Grace Harvey Keyes

Nov 9, 2024

Elizabeth Grace Harvey Keyes, RN, BSN took her final breath at home in Clinton, S.C., Saturday, November 9, 2024. 

 She was known as Liz by her friends, Lizzie by her beloved husband, and “the British nurse” by most of Laurens County. 

 She began her nursing career in 1981 as a student of the Princess Alexandra School of Nursing in London, England. She...

Olive Gruber

Olive Gruber

Nov 4, 2024

Olive Gruber, age 91, of Joanna, wife of Pickle Gruber, passed away, Monday, November 4, 2024 at NHC of Clinton.

Born July 13, 1933 in Lexington, SC, she was a daughter of the late Horace Frick and Bessie Connelly Frick. Olive retired from the Torrington Bearing Company after many years of service. She was a member of Epworth United Methodist Church...

Edna Jean Williams Reed

Edna Jean Williams Reed

Nov 3, 2024

Edna Jean Williams Reed, age 69, of Clinton, SC, passed away, Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Prisma Health-Greenville Memorial Hospital. 

Edna was born May 29, 1955 in Clinton, SC and was the daughter of the late Ulysses and Azalee Byrd Williams. Throughout her life, Edna embraced various careers, including roles at Anderson Hosiery and Torrington Bearing Company. She dedicated 39 years...

Doris Howell Metts

Doris Howell Metts

Oct 29, 2024

 Doris Howell Metts, age 94, widow of William Metts, passed away, Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at her home. 

 She was born on January 28, 1930 in Whitmire, South Carolina and was the daughter of Charles Howell and Virginia Louise Millwood Howell. Doris was a member of Redemption Baptist Church. 

 She is survived by her children, Steve Williams, Carol Ann White, Janice M....

Maria Cruz Mondragon

Maria Cruz Mondragon

Oct 28, 2024

 Maria Curz Mondragon, age 89, widow of Josemaria Diaz, passed away, Monday October 28, 2024 at her home. 

 She was born on September, 22, 1935 in Mexico and was the daughter of the late Jose Diaz and Florensia Lopez. Maria was known for being loving wife and mother. 

 Maria is survived by her sons, Javier Diaz, Jose L. Diaz and Yulior Arroyo;...

Mike Cockrell

Mike Cockrell

Oct 26, 2024

 Mike Cockrell, age 55, passed away, Saturday, October 26, 2024 at his home. 

 Mike was born in Clinton, South Carolina on November 19, 1968 and was the son of Tom Cockrell of Greenwood and Victoria K. Crowder of Mountville. His hobbies included fishing, hunting and NASCAR. 

 In addition to his parents, Mike is survived by his brother, Timothy John Cockrell of Mountville...

Imogene Hulda "Jean" Stroud

Imogene Hulda "Jean" Stroud

Oct 26, 2024

Imogene Hulda “Jean” Stroud, age 93, of Waterloo, SC, widow of Howard E. Stroud, passed away, Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Hospice of Laurens County.

Born August 9, 1931 in Clinton, SC, she was the daughter of the late Arthur Lee and Emily Gertrude Williams Holley. Imogene was a graduate of Clinton High School and retired from Clinton Mills. She found...