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Daddy taught me to fit in

Proverbs 1:8-9 “My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.”

Normally when I think of the many things my dad taught me, I think of plumbing, electrical and carpentry skills. Teaching me to fit in was one lesson at which he was, in most cases, unsuccessful. I just never saw the point.

One day we were installing the electrical system in a new house build in a neighboring county. I was about twelve years old. By then he had taught me how to wire in switches,

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Van Yandell is a retired industrial arts teacher, an ordained gospel evangelist and commissioned missionary. He can be reached at vmy2121@outlook.com.

 

Courier Letters to the Editor 6-18-25

Prepare to meet your maker

Dear Editor,

Here’s an unpopular subject no one likes to talk about. You’re also never too old to learn something.

I recently found out that in the old days when, people would die, they were worried about being buried alive! Back before the 20th century, people were not embalmed when they died. The scary thing was that sometimes they weren’t dead! They had

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Courier Obituaries 6-18-25

 LOTHEL TOLLEY MCCUE

EASLEY — Lothel Tolley McCue, 78, wife of Ron McCue, of Easley, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

Born in Salem, she was a daughter of the late Robert Lincoln and Hattie Louise (Talley) Tolley.

Mrs. McCue retired from Something Special and was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church.

She found great joy in tending to her flower garden and took deep pride in caring for her family, especially through the meals she lovingly prepared.

In addition to her loving husband of 53 years, Mrs. McCue is survived by a daughter, Crystal Turner of Easley; sons, Kevin Turner (Melissa) of Toccoa, Ga., and Nathaniel “Nate” McCue (Wendy) of Travelers Rest; sisters, Dianne Bright and Debra Wallace, both of Easley; grandchildren, Jamie French (Katie), Dustin French, Chad French, Gregory Turner, Christopher Turner, Meredith Turner, Kurtis Turner, Jaden Ayers, Valerie Pelles, Felicity Pelles, Payten McCue (Jessica) and Brett McCue (Courtney); and nine great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Eddie Tolley.

Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Friday, June 20, at Rock Springs Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends prior to the service from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Friday, June 20, at the church.

Visit RobinsonFuneralHomes.com or Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory-Downtown, Easley.

JANICE FAYE WEATHERS

EASLEY — Janice Faye Weathers, 72, loving wife to Mr. Harold “JR” for 54 years, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025.

Mrs. Weathers was born in Greenville, on February 14, 1953 to the late William Frank and Cora Pearson Miles. She was a faithful member of Nine Forks Baptist Church until her health declined. Mrs. Weathers loved to be outside working in her garden or tending to her animals, or taking part of her local knitting groups. The thing she cherished most was spending time with her family.

In addition to her husband, Harold “JR”, she is survived by three children, Angela Dawn Huffman (Barry), Travis Weathers (Angel) and Ashley David; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one sister, Sandra Miles Robinson.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four siblings, her twin sister, Joyce Taylor, Alan Miles, Wayne Miles and Kaye Miles.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 21, at Nine Forks Baptist Church in Dacusville.

The family will receive friends prior to the service at the church from 1-1:45 p.m.

Burial will follow the service in the church cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting dillardfunerals.com. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

 

HARRY FRANKLIN ‘FRANK’ PARRISH SR.

JASPER, Ga — It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Harry Franklin “Frank” Parrish Sr. on March 5, 2025, at the farmhouse in Talking Rock, Georgia.

Harry Franklin “Frank” Parrish Sr. was born on October 4, 1931 in Easley. Frank was a State Farm Agent for over 42 years, a Korean War era Navy Veteran and enjoyed woodworking, gardening, listening to music and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Frank is survived by his wife of 72 years, Shirley C. Parrish, his daughter, Julia Parrish Burns and her husband, Jerry Burns, Laura Burns Person (granddaughter), Philip Burns (grandson), Joseph Burns (grandson), Harry F. Parrish, Jr. (son), Connie Z. Parrish (daughter-in-law), Brian Zimmerman (grandson), Blake Zimmerman (grandson), Marion Parrish (brother), Jane Parrish (sister-in-law), Marion Bishop (sister-in-law), Gene Bishop (brother-in-

Understanding the significance of Juneteenth

EASLEY — The public is invited to join the Pickens County America 250 Committee on June 28 for a rare Revolutionary War-era slideshow presentation by noted Pickens County historian Dennis Chastain.

Th event will take place at 3 p.m. at the Capt. Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library in

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Carolina Day in the Upcountry is June 28

EASLEY — The public is invited to join the Pickens County America 250 Committee on June 28 for a rare Revolutionary War-era slideshow presentation by noted Pickens County historian Dennis Chastain.

The event will take place at 3 p.m. at the Capt. Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library in

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Community Calendar 6-18-25

• Hagood Mill set to host Folk Festival

Hagood Mill Historic Site recently announced the return of the annual Americana Folk Festival. Set for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, June 21, the event promises a full day of soul-stirring music, Appalachian tradition and community celebration. This year’s headliner is The Resonant Rogues, a dynamic band rooted in the mountains of western North Carolina. Fronted by songwriting duo Sparrow and Keith Josiah Smith, The Resonant Rogues blend Appalachian old-time, classic country and vintage soul into a sound uniquely their own. With a rich touring history and performances alongside Sierra

Berry, Berry delicious dishes

Courier Comics, Puzzles and Games 6-18-25

Courier Classifieds 6-18-25

Announcements

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Help Wanted

The Happy Berry is looking for mature citizen for summer employment. Call 864-350-9345 to set up interview at farm. 6/11, 18
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Auctions

ABSOLUTE AUCTION: All property now stored in the units listed below will be sold in pursuant to the assertion of a lien for rent. If the lessees do not respond by 12:00 PM June 28, 2025 the property will be sold on Saturday June 28, 2025 at 12:01 PM. All bids must be in CASH. All sales final. All items sold as is. A Storage Place, 109 Pilgrim Drive, Easley, SC 29640, (864) 859-3575. Unit # 5: Larry Ballard – table, table parts, cabinets, shelf, crock pot, lawn chair, hedge trimmer, boots, lamp. Unit # 24: Lee Lovett – floor tile, table, chair, computer printer, stadium lights.
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PUBLIC AUCTION. Surplus Government Vehicles and Equipment. CITY OF ROCK HILL, SC. Saturday, June 21 at 10am. 757 South Anderson Rd. Rock Hill, SC. Selling Kubota Mini Excavators, Skid Steers, Backhoe, Motor Grader, UTV’s, Garbage Trucks, SUV’s, Mowers, Police Cars, Tahoes and more. www.ClassicAuctions.com. Tony Furr. NCAF5479/5508/SCAL2893R. 704-791-8825.             SW

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Homes for Sale

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For Rent

ADVERTISE YOUR VACATION PROPERTY FOR RENT OR SALE to more than 2.1 million S.C. newspaper readers. Your 25-word classified ad will appear in 99 S.C. newspapers for only $375. Call Randall Savely at the South Carolina Newspaper Network, 1-888-727-7377. SW

Wanted

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Courier Trespass Notices 6-18-25

In the state of South Carolina, trespass after notice is a misdemeanor criminal offense prohibited by section 16-11-620 for the South Carolina Code.
Those who enter upon the lands of others without the permission of the owner or manager shall be deemed guilty of misdemeanor trespassing. All persons are hereby notified and warned not to hunt, fish, cut timber or trespass in any manner whatsoever upon the lands of the undersigned:

Kevin Hardin Sept. 2025
Greg & Rosemarie D’Ginto Sept. 2025
Thomas and
Mary Ann Shivers Sept. 2025