How do I find an obituary in South Carolina?

However, many of the county libraries in South Carolina have special indexes for obituaries from local newspapers and may have the newspapers on microfilm . See the LibGuide at statelibrary.sc.libguides.com/sc-obituary-resources for information on how libraries help users with information in this field.

Why do I read obituaries?

For one, obituaries are stories with a closure unlike the daily news items that are generally interim reports. They are often good stories. One reads about remarkable accomplishments, odd achievements, quirky lives, wild adventures, strange vicissitudes, and forgotten personalities .

How do I find local obituaries?

Many funeral homes publish obituaries on their websites . These can usually be located with a Google search on the person's name. Local genealogical and historical societies, public libraries, and some newspaper publishers maintain clipping files of obituaries.

Are death records public in SC?

Copies of death certificates from 1915 to the present may be obtained from the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). See their website for additional information and order forms. Death certificates become public records after fifty years .

Does a funeral home provide a death certificate in South Carolina?

When you meet with your funeral director he or she will complete the required paperwork to request a certified Death Certificate and place an order for the number of copies you need. Death Certificates are processed as quickly as possible.

How to get a death certificate in SC?

By Phone through VitalChek Call 1-877-284-1008 to speak to a VitalChek representative 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Only an immediate family member may order a death certificate. Fees Include: $17 non-refundable expedited searching fee.

How do I find the maiden name in an obituary?

When writing an obituary for a woman who had a maiden name, simply write her first name and then in parentheses write her maiden name and then her married last name . For instance, Laura (Ingalls) Wilder, Marie (Sklodowska) Curie or Julia (McWilliams) Childs.

How do I find an obituary in Michigan?

ObitMichigan.com is dedicated to delivering immediate, up-to-date information on obituaries 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to families and friends in Mid-Michigan.

Obituaries in Spartanburg, SC | Spartanburg Herald-Journal (2024)

Friday, April 19, 2024

Jermaine Palmerdied April 18, 2024. Arrangements provided by J.W. Woodward Funeral Home.died April 18, 2024. Arrangements provided by J.W. Woodward Funeral Home.J.W. Woodward Funeral Home

Rich Snow, Jr.Age 78Spartanburg, SCCharles (Rich) Richard Snow, Jr. 78, of Spartanburg, died Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. A native of Cortland, OH, he was...Charles (Rich) Richard Snow, Jr. 78, of Spartanburg, died Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. A native of Cortland, OH, he was born on October 27, 1945, a son of the late...J. F. Floyd Mortuary

Thursday, April 18, 2024

Jerry Wayne HudsonAge 76Duncan, SCJerry Wayne Hudson, 76, passed away April 16, 2024.A native of Spartanburg, South Carolina, son of the late Carl and Annie Green Hudson, he was...Jerry Wayne Hudson, 76, passed away April 16, 2024.A native of Spartanburg, South Carolina, son of the late Carl and Annie Green Hudson, he was a United States Navy Veteran, retired welder for General Electric,...The Wood Mortuary, Inc.

Christopher V. WilliamsFuneral Services will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. J....Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. J. W. Woodward Funeral HomeJ.W. Woodward Funeral Home

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Roy E. MorrisonAge 87Panama City Beach, FLRoy "Peanut" Morrison 87, of Panama City Beach FL, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April the 4th 2024.Roy was born on February...Roy "Peanut" Morrison 87, of Panama City Beach FL, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April the 4th 2024.Roy was born on February the 10th 1937 in Spartanburg SC. He served his country...

Sergeant Major (Ret) Broadus Lee WilkinsSergeant Major (Ret) Broadus Lee WilkinsA Celebration of the Life of Sergeant Major (Ret) Broadus Lee Wilkins will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024...Sergeant Major (Ret) Broadus Lee WilkinsA Celebration of the Life of Sergeant Major (Ret) Broadus Lee Wilkins will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at New Pilgrim Baptist Church, 5040 Rainbow...J.W. Woodward Funeral Home

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Dwight Alexander Bennet20, died April 11, 2024. Arrangements provided by J.M. Dunbar Funeral home. Services on Apr 18, 09:30am at Gowensville Baptist Church. Sunset memorial park.20, died April 11, 2024. Arrangements provided by J.M. Dunbar Funeral home. Services on Apr 18, 09:30am at Gowensville Baptist Church. Sunset memorial park.J.M. Dunbar Funeral home

Joseph Harperdied April 15, 2024. Arrangements provided by J.W. Woodward Funeral Home.died April 15, 2024. Arrangements provided by J.W. Woodward Funeral Home.J.W. Woodward Funeral Home

Jerome Lundy, Jr.died April 15, 2024. Arrangements provided by J.W. Woodward Funeral Home.died April 15, 2024. Arrangements provided by J.W. Woodward Funeral Home.J.W. Woodward Funeral Home

Monday, April 15, 2024

Tiemeyer DandyFuneral Services will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Travelers Rest Baptist Church, Spartanburg, SC.J. W. WoodwardFuneral HomeFuneral Services will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Travelers Rest Baptist Church, Spartanburg, SC.J. W. WoodwardFuneral HomeJ. W. Woodward Funeral Home

Azile Boyter DicksonAge 96Moore, SCAzile Boyter Dickson, 96, of 624 Bethany Church Road, Moore, South Carolina, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024.Born June 10, 1927, in Greer, South...Azile Boyter Dickson, 96, of 624 Bethany Church Road, Moore, South Carolina, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024.Born June 10, 1927, in Greer, South Carolina to the late Ben and Laura Rogers Boyter. She...The Wood Mortuary, Inc

James Ernest Hammitt, JrAge 67Spartanburg, SCWith heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mr. Jim Hammitt, who was called to his eternal rest on March 30, 2024, at the age...With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mr. Jim Hammitt, who was called to his eternal rest on March 30, 2024, at the age of 67. Jim was born on the 4th of November,...

George Franklin HowellA Celebration of Life and Reflections for George Franklin Howell will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024,at 2:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward...A Celebration of Life and Reflections for George Franklin Howell will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024,at 2:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel. ... J. W. Woodward Funeral Home

Gloria LinderAge -Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 12:00 noon at Believers Fellowship, Spartanburg, SC. Burial will be in the Cemetery...Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 12:00 noon at Believers Fellowship, Spartanburg, SC. Burial will be in the Cemetery St. Cemetery, Spartanburg, SC. J. W. Woodward ...J. W. Woodward Funeral Home

Jane Brown SnelgroveAge 91Moore, SCJane Brown Snelgrove, 91, of Moore, died Friday, April 12, 2024, at her home. A native of Spartanburg, she was born on September 10, 1932,...Jane Brown Snelgrove, 91, of Moore, died Friday, April 12, 2024, at her home. A native of Spartanburg, she was born on September 10, 1932, a daughter of the late James Durham and Bonnie Vandora...Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel

Sunday, April 14, 2024

Mary Alice Parker MarthersAge 74Pacolet, SCMary Alice Parker Marthers, 74, of Pacolet, died Thursday, April 11, 2024, at her home. A native of Spartanburg, she was born on July 2,...Mary Alice Parker Marthers, 74, of Pacolet, died Thursday, April 11, 2024, at her home. A native of Spartanburg, she was born on July 2, 1949, a daughter of the late John Thomas Parker and...Floyd's Pacolet Chapel

Evelyn Cabe ShelnutAge 92Boiling Springs, SC, SCEvelyn Cabe Shelnut, 92, of Boiling Springs, died Friday, April 12, 2024, at her home. A native of Franklin, NC, she was born on February...Evelyn Cabe Shelnut, 92, of Boiling Springs, died Friday, April 12, 2024, at her home. A native of Franklin, NC, she was born on February 20, 1932, a daughter of the late William Milo and...Floyd's Boiling Springs Chape

Saturday, April 13, 2024

James Baileydied April 11, 2024. Arrangements provided by J. W. Woodward Funeral Home.died April 11, 2024. Arrangements provided by J. W. Woodward Funeral Home.J. W. Woodward Funeral Home

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