DAVID A COOK

EASLEY — Dr. David Albert Cook was born on March 23, 1950, in Lansing, Mich. He passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026, in Easley.

In 1962, his family moved to Cochran, Ga. There, he met the love of his life, Rosemary Mullis Cook, whom he lovingly called Rosie.

They participated in the Methodist Church youth group together before David attended and graduated from The Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. In 1972, they were married. Four years later, they relocated to Greenville, where he did his residency at Greenville General Hospital, and they started their family. David Jr. was born that year, and Katie arrived just a few years later in 1979.

In 1980, with his friends, Dr. Jim Rainey and Dr. John Warren, they moved to Easley as pioneers to open the first OB/GYN practice in Pickens County. Over 21 years, their practice has cared for many mothers and delivered more than 6,300 happy, healthy babies.

David thrived when caring for others; he dedicated his life to it as his evident life’s purpose. Often, he would gently allow the reminder, “It’s never too late to start your day over again.” He spent his days loving simple joys like caring for his azaleas and the companionship of his cocker spaniels. While celebrating life’s big moments, he was the one paying the DJ a little extra just to keep the party going. Joy was always tangible and abundant in his presence.

An avid hunter, he adventured around North America in pursuit of big game. Hands down, though, the brightest light of Dr. Cook’s life was always his family, children and grandchildren, to whom he was “Deda.”

They regularly attended Easley Presbyterian Church. Vacationing in Isle of Palms was a family favorite and created many cherished memories for them all.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Melton Cook and Josephine Fuller Cook; his wife, Rosemary Mullis Cook; and his daughter, Caroline Elizabeth Cook.

He is survived by his brother Jerry Cook (Carol) of Cartersville, Ga., Janet Manning (Mark) of Bogart, Ga.; son, David Albert Cook Jr. (Mandy) of Easley; and daughter, Katie Cook Porter (Keith) of Cramerton, N.C.; and his five grandchildren who were the light of his life, Madison, Ella, Kap, Xander and Caroline Grace.

His funeral was held on May 1 at Easley Presbyterian Church, followed by a graveside service at Hillcrest Memorial Park.

In lieu of Flowers, Dr. Cook requests donations be made to Happy Hooves Therapeutic Equestrian Center at happyhoovessc.com/how-to-help.html.

 

CHARLENE SLOAN

PICKENS — Charlene Sloan, 63, of Pickens, departed this life for her Heavenly home on April 30, 2026.

Born on March 3, 1963, in Pickens, Charlene was the beloved wife of Harry Sloan. Charlene spent her career as a dedicated employee of Easley Baptist Hospital and then Prisma Health, where she was a buyer who took pride in her role of providing medical supplies to hospital patients. In her spare time, she was a talented quilter who made many beautiful quilts that she gifted to family and friends. Her greatest joy was being “Grandma” to her precious granddaughter, Isabel.

Charlene is survived by her husband and best friend, Harry Sloan Sr.; her son and daughter-in-law, Harry Sloan Jr. and Beth Marie; her granddaughter, Isabel Sloan; her parents, Buddy and Earlene Meece; her sister, Dena Hiott (Al) and three nieces and two nephews who she dearly loved.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Terri Leanne; and her mother and father-in-law, Eva Mae and L.A. Sloan.

Though deeply missed, her family and friends take comfort in the promise of eternal life and the assurance that Charlene is now celebrating her new life in the presence of Jesus Christ her Savior.

The family will hold a celebration of life at 11 a.m. May 9 in the chapel of Concord Baptist Church.

Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the Sloan Family.

 

NANCY W. DAVIS

LIBERTY — Nancy W. Davis, 80, loving wife of 59 years to the late Cecil E. “Pete” Davis, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Rainey Hospice House in Anderson.

Born on April 29, 1945, Nancy was the cherished daughter of the late Kenneth Peterman and Mary Ann Furgeson Frederick. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures, especially sharing good food with those she loved. Nancy had a deep appreciation for flowers — roses held a special place in her heart, and she delighted in their beauty. A talented and creative soul, she enjoyed quilting and sewing, often expressing her love through the things she made by hand.

Nancy had a special affection for her pets, who brought her great comfort and companionship. She was wonderfully crafty and took pride in her creativity. Music was also close to her heart, and she found happiness in singing in the choir. Known for her skill in the kitchen, Nancy was an excellent cook whose meals brought people together. Her fondness for the color pink reflected her warm and gentle spirit, adding a touch of brightness wherever she went.

Nancy is survived by her sons, Rick Davis (Anna) of Liberty and Mike Davis (Ann) of Powdersville; grandchildren, Jennifer Ogle (Dylan) of Tuscaloosa, Ala., Steven Davis (Amber) of Inman and Sydney Davis of Liberty; great-granddaughter, Vienna; brother, Kenneth W. Peterman Jr. (Linda) of Pickens; nephews, Kenneth W. Peterman III (Tami) and Ed Peterman (Tara), both of Pickens; and many other relatives out of state.

Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her husband and parents.

Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the Davis family.

 

CASSIE CHERYL ANN OWENS

PICKENS — Cassie Cheryl Ann Owens, 4, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born on May 23, 2021, in Greenville, Cassie was the cherished daughter of Matthew Owens and Tashia Baldwin (Justin). Though her time here was far too brief, she filled every moment with boundless joy, light and happiness. Cassie was a curious and spirited little girl whose sweetest laugh could brighten any room. She had a way of making everyone around her feel truly special.

Full of personality, she was a sassy little princess with a vivid imagination that brought magic to everyday moments. She especially loved pushing around “Sparkle” with her brother, Colt — moments that brought her so much happiness and will be treasured forever.

Her presence was a gift, and the love she gave and received will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her. Cassie was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed by all who were blessed to know her.

In addition to her parents, Cassie is survived by her siblings, Carlie Dempsey, Riley Dempsey, Colt Owens, Carlleigh “Boo” Baldwin and Connor Bryson Hunt; maternal grandfather, Charlie Baldwin of Hendersonville; paternal grandfather, Scott Owens of Pickens; aunt, Nikki Owens; and cousins, Charlie Baldwin and William Rasberry.

Cassie was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Cheryl Baldwin; paternal grandmother, Regina Beth Owens; and uncles, Charles Lee Baldwin and Curtis Lee Baldwin.

Mountain View Funeral Home is honored to serve the Owens family.

 

HAROLD LEWIS ALBERTSON

EASLEY — Mr. Harold Lewis Albertson, 86, husband of Nancy Parslow Albertson, went to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, April 25, 2026, surrounded by all of his family.

Born in Pickens County, a son of the late Henry Franklin Albertson and the late Ruby Bishop Albertson, Mr. Albertson was the co-owner and operator of Albertson Construction Inc. He was a long-time member of Easley First Baptist Church, since 1962, where he served as deacon emeritus, taught Sunday school, sang in the church choir, served on the Tuesday House Committee and oversaw and personally reconstructed the church bell tower. Harold was a member of the Bates Masonic Lodge No. 189 A.F.M. Easley, and the WoodmanLife Chapter 379, Easley.

Harold was an avid Clemson fan. He loved fishing, golfing, woodworking and traveling to Florida every year with his family. He especially loved working his farm and attending to his cattle. Harold’s hard work and love for his family will remain in the hearts of those who loved him forever and he will be deeply missed.

Surviving, in addition to his wife of 64 years, are his son, Robbie H. Albertson (Dana) of Easley; his daughter, Lori A. Vosburgh (Wayne) of Pickens; four brothers, Jerry, Truman, Jimmy and Ozell Albertson; a sister, Sue Whitman; his grandchildren, Mitchell English (Casey), Alyssa Collier (Brandon), Brett Albertson,(Emily) and Megan Danielz (A.J.); his great-grandchildren, Grady, Maisen, Waylon, Chloe, Daniel and Lindy; his beloved dog, Gatar; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Albertson was predeceased by six brothers, Dan, Frank, Fred, Ray, Colonel and Wylie Albertson; three sisters, Della Thompson, Mae Albertson and Sarah Albertson; and his half-brothers and sisters, Dolar, Willard, Bernice, Frances, Judge, Ellie and Rosalee.

A celebration of life was held on May 3 at Easley First Baptist Church.

Flowers will be accepted and memorials may be made in memory of Harold to Easley First Baptist Church, 300 E. 1st Ave., Easley, SC 29640.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff Interim Healthcare of the Upstate for the loved and care they have provided for Mr. Albertson.

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

 

CYNTHIA DIANE ‘SALLY’ LARK

EASLEY — Cynthia Diane “Sally” Lark, 62, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Baptist Easley Hospital.

Born on Oct. 22, 1963, in Greenville, Sally was the cherished daughter of Martha Godfrey Church and the late Johnny William Church Jr. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures, from bowling and spirited games of BINGO to lively rounds of cards with family and friends. Sally had a deep love for her cherished fur babies, Jack and Alley, who brought her endless comfort and companionship.

A faithful child of the King, Sally’s life was a reflection of her strong faith and joyful spirit. She had a contagious laugh that could brighten any room and a playful nature that made every gathering more memorable. She treasured her family above all else, embracing every moment spent together. Whether she was cooking out, sharing stories, or simply “cutting up” with those she loved, Sally created a warmth and happiness that will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Sally is survived by her significant other, Jerry Allen Lark of Easley; daughter, Michelle Cannady (Chris) of Anderson; grandchildren, Christopher, Ethan and Bradley (Kayla); great-grandchildren, Hazel and Addison; siblings, Bryan Church (Brenda) of Liberty, Phil Church (Cathy) of Travelers Rest, Tammy White (Bill) of Pickens and Sheryl Lane (Kevin) of Easley; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her father, Sally was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Douglas Lark; son, Christopher Travis Collier; and brother, Sidney Church Jr. (Beth).

The family will hold a celebration of life service at noon May 7 at 20 Tammy Trail, Travelers Rest, SC 29690.

Mountain View Funeral Home is honored to serve the Lark family.

 

KENNETH LEE BEASLEY

EASLEY — Kenneth Lee Beasley, 84, of Easley, husband of the late Martha Bishop Beasley, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, surrounded by his family at Prisma Health-Baptist Easley Hospital.

Born on Feb. 25, 1942, in Piedmont, he was a son of the late Edgar and Gladys Liner Beasley. He was a devoted and loving father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather whose kindness and thoughtfulness touched all who knew him. Ken spent much of his working life at Michelin American Research Corporation as a lab technician. His dedication to his work was so valued that even after retiring, he was asked back not just once, but twice. This speaks to the respect and trust he earned from his colleagues over the years.

Art was a special part of Ken’s life. He expressed himself through sketching, painting hand crafted Santa figurines and decorating gourds.

These creative outlets were a quiet reflection of his gentle spirit and the care he showed to those around him. After the passing of his beloved wife, Martha, Ken found comfort in the loyal companionship of his rescue poodle, Bear, who stayed faithfully by his side. Their bond was a testament to his loving nature, always putting others first — even his furry friend.

Ken is survived by three daughters, Allison Beasley Gantt (Eric) of Liberty, Monica Lea Blanton of Easley and Erica Rae Land (Steven) of Liberty; three siblings, Joan Caldwell, Marie Arrington and Steve Beasley (Janice); six grandchildren who affectionately called him “Poppie,” Aimee Spence (Josh), Lindsey Cox (Taylor), Cameron Beasley (Courtney), Hunter Beasley, Luke Land and Gavin Land; a daughter-in-law, Kim Beasley; five great-granddaughters; and one great-grandson.

In addition to his wife and parents, Ken was preceded in death by a son, Scott Beasley, as well as two brothers, Gene Beasley and Bobby Beasley.

The family will gather to receive friends as they remember Ken and celebrate the life they shared from 6 -7:30 p.m. May 7 in the parlor of Rock Springs Baptist Church, (Building B) 212 Dayton School Road, Easley, SC 29642.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dreamweaver Farms Carolina Poodle Rescue, carolinapoodlerescue.org.

Visit robinsonfuneralhomes.com or Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory – Powdersville Road, Easley.

 

ALTA WILCOX

LIBERTY — Alta Lesley Wilcox, 73, passed away on May 2, 2026 at McCall Hospice House in Simpsonville.

Born on Sept. 17, 1952, Alta was a lifelong resident of Liberty. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leroy and Willie Grace Lesley, and her sister, Elaine Lesley.

She is survived by her two daughters, Heidi Ravenscraft (Bobby) of Liberty and Melissa Michael (Rami) of Simpsonville; and her five beloved grandchildren; Lesley Ann and Claire Ravenscraft and Paul, Lydia and Rachel Michael.

Alta taught kindergarten at Liberty Elementary School for more than 30 years and was a faithful, lifelong member of Golden Grove Wesleyan Church.

Funeral services to honor the life of Ms. Wilcox will be conducted at 3 p.m. May 7 at Golden Grove Wesleyan Church.

She will be laid to rest in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Liberty Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Golden Grove Wesleyan Church, 7997 Moorefield Memorial Highway, Liberty, SC 29657.

To share a memory or leave a condolence for the family, please visit libertymortuary.com.

Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

 

THURMOND WAYNE RACKLEY

PICKENS — Thurmond Wayne Rackley of Pickens, went to his Heavenly home on May 2, 2026, at the age of 72.

Born in Pickens on Sept. 26, 1953, he was the son of the late Eugene Rackley and Faye Powell Rackley.

Wayne was a resident of Manna Post Acute for over 32 years where he made many friends and worshipped alongside them. He enjoyed preaching, singing, visiting, and playing bingo with his family and friends. Wayne’s faith was strong in Jesus Christ, and he prayed for everyone around him.

Wayne is survived by his sister, Judy Rackley; brother, Steve Rackley (Sandra), Stanley Rackley, Dennis Rackley (Nancy); special aunt, Vallie Mae Cobb. He also leaves numerous nieces and nephews to cherish his memory.

In addition to his parents, Wayne is preceded in death by his brother, Jr. Rackley.

A visitation will be held at Dillard Funeral Home on May 6, at 1 p.m. with the funeral service to begin at 2 p.m. Wayne will be laid to rest at Antioch Baptist Church.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Manna Post Acute staff and Crescent Hospice for their unwavering dedication and love to their family.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Manna Post Acute Activities Department.

The family will be at their respected homes.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting dillardfunerals.com. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.