OLLIE MAE SENTELL KELLY

SIX MILE — Ollie Mae Sentell Kelly, 87, of Six Mile, loving wife of Miles Kelley, passed away on Sept. 26, 2025, in Easley.

Ollie was an inspiration of love for all the people she came across. She was a member of Solid Rock Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school for many years. She loved the simple life of sitting on the porch watching the redbirds fly around. They were her favorite birds.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Miles Kelly; her sister, Lola May Crumpton; brothers, JT, Charles, Truman and Norman Sentell and Michael Crumpton; her mother, Leila Medlin Sentell; and her father, Lloyd Sentell. She leaves behind a niece who

loves her so much, Teresa Carlisle.

She left behind her beloved family, Teresa, Jerry, Tyler and Victoria Carlisle, Tony, PJ and Zack Crumpton, Ricky and Joy Crumpton, Virginia Crumpton, Ashely, David and Daniel Dexter and a lot of other family and friends who she loved dearly.

We will miss you so much, Ollie Mae Sentell Kelly.

A visitation will be held from 2-2:45 p.m. Oct. 1 at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home.

A funeral service in honor of Ollie will be held at 3 p.m. Oct. 1 in the chapel of Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home.

Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Please visit robinsonfuneralhomes.com or Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory Central-Clemson Commons.

 SANDRA SUE FARMER

LIBERTY — Sandra Sue Whitmire Farmer, 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, at the home surrounded by family.

Born in Pickens, she was the wife of William T. Farmer and a daughter of the late Clyde C. and Essie Porter Whitmire.

She was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church and formerly several other churches as a pastor’s wife. Her faith in Jesus was very important to her, and she spent many years serving as a pianist, organist and teacher. She loved Christmas and directed several Christmas programs over the years. She was a business person and entrepreneur, owner of the Doll Closet and SusieCute Collectibles in Easley, for many years. She loved all of her grandkids and great-grandkids, and was sure that they all had a doll or an action figure to play with.

Surviving are husband William T. Farmer (Sr.); two sons, William Farmer (Jr.) (Lourdes) of Durham, N.C. and Andrew (Bridget) Farmer of Liberty; a daughter Lori

THOMAS EDWARD ‘TOM ED’ BREAZEALE

SIX MILE — Thomas Edward “Tom Ed” Breazeale, 81, loving husband of 61 years to Conice Mauldin Breazeale, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, at Oconee Memorial Hospital.

Born on Feb. 7, 1944, in Pickens, Tom Ed was the cherished son of the late Waddy Breazeale and Esther Steele Breazeale. He was a faithful member of Secona Baptist Church in Pickens.

Tom Ed had a love for traveling, camping and cooking, and he especially enjoyed his weekly trips to Rosman, N.C., to pick up fresh produce. He was honored to serve on the Board of Directors for the Six Mile Water District, contributing to his community with dedication.

Above all, Tom Ed treasured his family, loving them deeply and wholeheartedly.

Survivors include his wife, Conice Breazeale of the home; daughter, Monica Paige Stevens (Scotty) of Greer; son, Chris Breazeale (Molly) of Boxford, Mass.; grandchildren, Aaron Banks, Joshua Banks, Cooper Joy Breazeale and Tommy Breazeale; siblings, David Brezeale (Rachel), Lynn Breazeale (Terri) and Kathy McDonald (Sam); as well as many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Breazeale was predeceased by a sister, Nellie Jo Brewer.

Funeral services were held on Sept. 19 in the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home in Pickens. Burial followed the service at Hillcrest Memorial Park.

Flowers will be accepted, or memorial donations in Tom Ed’s memory may be made to Secona Baptist Church, 234 Secona Road, Pickens, SC 29671.

Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the Breazeale family.

DAVID R. HINKLE

SUNSET — David R. Hinkle, 64, loving husband to Cindy Hinkle, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family.

Born Feb. 26, 1961, David was the beloved son of the late Thomas “Buck” Hinkle and

JOHN ROBERT  ‘BOB’ LEDFORD

EASLEY — John Robert “Bob” Ledford, 86, of Easley, passed away on Sept. 9, 2025.

Bob was born on Oct. 3, 1938 to Fred and Bonnie Mae Ledford. After graduating Valedictorian from Swain County High School, Bob proudly served in the United States Army as a Combat Engineer where operating heavy equipment was his specialty, specifically the Bulldozer. On April 17, 1958, he married his high school sweetheart, Barbara Alice Nations, who he was married to for 67 years and who was tirelessly by his side during his illness. Among his duty stations were Camp Wolters, Mineral Wells, Texas, Camp Bullis, San Antonio, Texas and Fort Benning, Ga. He was also stationed in South Korea where he rebuilt roads and taught the local people how to operate machinery.

After his honorable discharge from military service, Bob studied at Western Carolina University and NC State University where he graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Upon graduation, Bob secured employment with American Enka in Central, where he was a Facilities Manager for 33 years.

He loved road trips and Sunday afternoon rides. Bob also enjoyed playing and listening to bluegrass music. His instrument of choice was the five string banjo. Bob’s most favorite hobby was being a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was known to his family simply as “Papa”. Papa always told us that, “You can buy a lot of things, but you can’t buy your family.” Family was everything to Papa.

Bob is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Ledford; his daughters, Lana Cannon (Parrish), Stacey Wigington (Jason); his grandchildren, Jacob Cannon (Alicia), Anna Maeve Moore (Wyatt), John Thomas Wigington, Isaiah Wigington and Presley Wigington; his great-grandchildren, Lilly Cannon, Aubrey Moore and Jameson Moore; and his sister, Freda Livingston (John).

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Larry Ledford.

Funeral Services were held Sept. 12, at Easley Church of God, the burial followed at the Mason Branch Cemetery, Bryson City, N.C.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the SC Church of God Home for Children.

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

CHARLES MICHAEL DODGENS

PICKENS — Charles Michael Dodgens, 75, of Pickens, passed away Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025.

Born in Greenville, he was a son of the late Wade Carlos Dodgens and Ethel Seay Dodgens.

Mr. Dodgens was a 1969 graduate of Pickens High School. He retired from Ryobi in Pickens after 43 years of dedicated service. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, watching football, and mainly playing pool. He proudly served his country in the US Army during Vietnam.

Surviving are his siblings, Wade Dodgens, Smokey Dodgens and Audrey Dodgens, all of Easley, Jean Nix (Virgil) of Pickens, Nathalee Bryant of Liberty.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Lafoy Dodgens (Vallie) and Patrick Dodgens, his sister, Barbara Kral, a sister-

HARRISON ‘HARRY’ REECE HOLLADAY JR.

CENTRAL — Harrison “Harry” Reece Holladay Jr., 85, of Central, passed away on Sept. 4, 2025. He was born in Pickens County to the late Harrison Reece Holladay Sr. and Addie Lee Nimmons Holladay.

Harry earned a master’s degree in education, which underscored his commitment to learning and teaching. Additionally, Harry proudly served in the Navy for four years, displaying his love for his country.

Harry was a dedicated teacher for 35 years, sharing his knowledge and passion for education with many students. His commitment to his community extended beyond the classroom; he was a longtime member of the Central Town Council, starting his service on Oct. 1, 1984, and remarkably serving for 34 years.

Harry’s leadership qualities were evident when he was elected mayor of Central in 2001, a role he held from 2002-06. Throughout his time in public service, he was known for being loving, generous and outgoing. These traits made a lasting impact on those around him.

Harry had a heart for ministry; he loved handing out Gospel tracts and participated in several missionary trips to various places, including the Dominican Republic, Russia and several states across the U.S.

Harry is survived by his cherished wife of more than 46 years, Sheila Hanna Holladay; son, Trey Holladay; daughters, Katina Pridemore (Will), Amy Norris (Brad) and Courtney Bailey (Brock); grandchildren, Emma Norris, Ean Norris, Eli Marshall, Tristan Marshall, Cecilia Marshall, Daniel Bailey, Rachel Bailey and Tommy Pridemore (Thayna); and sister, Gloria Boggs.

In addition to his parents, Harry was preceded in death by his brother, Doug Holladay.

A visitation will be held at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12.

A celebration of life will be held the following day, Saturday, Sept. 13, at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home, starting at 10 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Released Time Bible Education (pcreleasedtime.com).

GLADYS LOUISE HARKINS WILLIAMS

EASLEY — Gladys Louise Harkins Williams, 95, wife of the late Raymond Wyatt Williams, of Easley, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025.

Born on Aug. 5, 1930, in Anderson County, Mrs. Williams was a daughter of the late John Walter and Helen Louise Ellenburg Harkins.

Mrs. Williams graduated from Liberty High School in 1947 and later retired from Artistic Builders Inc., where she was the office manager for many years. She was one of the company’s most valuable assets.

Mrs. Williams was the oldest surviving member of Smith Grove Baptist Church in Liberty, joining the church in April 1942. Mrs. Williams was a very active member as long as her health allowed. She was very active serving, as treasurer and secretary of the church as well as a Sunday school teacher.

Mrs. Williams is survived by sisters, Annie Ruth Harkins Whitlock, Bertie Mae Harkins

RUBY ALBERTSON EVANS

SIX MILE — Surrounded in her home by her beloved family, Ruby Albertson Evans, 76, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025.

A faithful Christian, Ruby was a devoted wife and caregiver to her late husband, Tom, and took great joy from being a loving mother figure to her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and any other children who needed love and a hug. Ruby and Tom’s door was always open.

Time spent with family was one of the most important

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aspects of Ruby’s life, whether it was all-day outings on the lake, driving the boat for Tom — aka Ski King — as he carved rooster tails across Lake Keowee with his slalom ski, reuniting with distant cousins at the Ross reunions, or loading up 25+ family members and heading to Cherry Grove and Fripp Island for the annual beach trip.

As an expression of her loving spirit, Ruby took advantage of any opportunity she had to cook for a crowd. She was well known for the delicious sourdough rolls she baked from her mama’s recipe and for many years kept a constant supply on the counter to

ERIC HOOPER

CLINTON – Mr. Eric Stanley Hooper, 62, on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, received the call to go join the Lord in his room, in the house that Jesus the great carpenter, had finished and prepared for him.

Eric was born in Pickens, on Aug. 31, 1962, to the late Wayne Hooper and Margaret Brittle.  Eric enjoyed playing with his spinning tops, receiving arm and back rubs from everyone, looking at Southern Living Magazines, and being the shredder person at the Whitten Center in Clinton.

Eric is survived by his siblings: JoAnn Steinseifer (David),

MELBA JO CHILDS NICHOLS

PICKENS — Melba Jo Childs Nichols, 87, of Pickens, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025.

Born on Jan. 3, 1938, in Pickens, to the late Laura and Norman Childs.

Melba was a devoted NASCAR fan, especially of her favorite driver Jeff Gordon. As a lifelong cat lover, she never met a cat she didn’t want to live with her. Melba also had a deep passion for Clemson football. She frequently stayed up watching games and enjoyed discussing the team’s performance with her family the next day.

Melba cherished time at the beach with her family, with many of their fondest

NORMA JEAN FULLER

EASLEY — It is with heartfelt celebration that we announce the passing of our beloved Norma Jean Fuller, who left us peacefully on Aug. 2, 2025.

Born on Feb. 27, 1947, in Greenville, she was a daughter of the late Palmer Young and Maxie Sanders Fuller. Norma lived a vibrant life filled with laughter, love and adventure.

Norma made a home in Easley and worked for many years at 3M before retirement. But

DORIS K. CHILDS

PICKENS — Doris K. Childs, wife of the late Jake D. Childs, passed away on July 29, 2025, at the age of 92.

Born in Pickens County, she was a daughter of the late Earlie C. Simmons and the late Ollie Hudson Simmons and was the last member of her immediate family. Mrs. Childs retired from Swirl, Inc., where she worked for 43 years.

She was a member of Bethany Church of God. Doris loved to cook and sew and had a special talent for both. Later in life when she could no longer cook and sew, she became interested in coloring and delighted in sharing her beautiful pictures with family and friends.

She will be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends.In addition to her husband and parents, she