Sheryl Steppe Chesney,age56, wife of the late Harry David Chesney passed into the arms of Jesus Sunday, May 13, 2012 at her home surrounded by family and friends.

Born in Columbia, South Carolina, on November 15, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Warren D. and Pauline Geiger Steppe.

She is survived by a son, Donald Brian Frazier (Wendy) of Pauline, SC, a daughter Lisa Michelle Sinclair of Spartanburg, two step-sons both of Maryland, Michael (Carmen) Chesney and Brad Chesney, one granddaughter, Ciarra Betenbaugh and one grandson, Gabriel Sinclair, step-grandsons Willy Pruitt and Billy Pruitt, three brothers, Warren D. Steppe, II (Wanda), of Rock Hill, Charles M. Steppe (Sandy)of Ridgeway, Joel Keith Steppe (Geralyn) of Colorado, two sisters, Patricia Sams (Fred) of Blythewood, Carolinda Ellisor (Steve) of Columbia and numerous adoring nieces and nephews.

Sheryl was a well loved part of the Glenn Springs Community, cared deeply for others and was a life long animal lover. She was a founding and active member of American Working Farm Collie Association having raised and bred Farm Collies for years. She was an active member of the Homestead-Work Forum, the English Shepherd Club and volunteered as a foster for the National English Shepherd Rescue. In addition, she was a friend and mentor to many members of these associations, all across the U.S. and even in Canada.

Memorials may be made to the American Working Farm Collie Association HC1 Box 23 Felt, OK 73937 or Beaver Creek Baptist Church, 1213 Halsellville Road, Chester, SC.

A memorial service will be held on June 2, 2012 at 11:30am at the family home, 3520 Glenn Springs Rd., Spartanburg, SC followed by dinner on the grounds.

Inman, SC – Folan Hinson, age 77, died Tuesday May 14, 2012 after a prolonged illness.

Folan was born March 3, 1935 in Monroe, NC to the late Sylvester and Lilly Hinson. He was the baby of eleven children.

Folan received his Bachelor’s from Appalachian State University, Masters from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and post graduate degree from The University of South Carolina. He enjoyed a long career in school administration including serving as the principal at Boiling Springs High School from 1985-1993.
Folan was a member of the Army Reserve, a Mason, and a Shriner. He was a loving husband, daddy and devoted family man.

Folan is survived by his wife Becky Haigler Hinson of Inman, SC and six children; Tim Hinson (Debra) of Monroe, NC, Terry Hinson (Barbara) of Sumter, SC, Holly Hinson Timmons (KC) of Suwanee, GA, Mary Hinson of Inman, SC, Sarah Hinson Stepp (Brandon) of Chesnee, SC and Daniel Hinson of Inman, SC. He was blessed with eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at the home Tuesday May 15, 2012 from 2:00pm – 7:00pm. A graveside service will be held at Lakeland Memorial Park, 1901 Lancaster Ave. Monroe, NC 2811at 1:00pm on Wednesday, May 16, 2012.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Total Ministries, 420 Union St. Spartanburg SC 29306.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.jmdunbar.com.

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Pauline, SC – John West Gwinn, Jr., 64, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 3, 2012.

Don was the son of the late John and Edna Teague Gwinn. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War from August 1968 until November 1969 and fought with the 3rd Battalion, 12th Infantry; Company D. Mr. Gwinn was retired from Beverage Air and was a member of Solid Rock Church.

He is survived by two sisters, Kay Gilliland and her husband Mike, Lou Caulk and her husband Steve; two brothers, Bill Gwinn, Rick Gwinn and his wife Susan. Mr. Gwinn was very close to his many nieces and nephews, as well as his great nieces and nephews.

Don was predeceased by his beloved sister, Jean Lee.

Family will be at the home of Marie Gilliland at 3130 Hwy 56, Pauline, SC.

Graveside services will be held at 4:00 PM on Saturday, May 5, 2012 at Switzer Church of God in Switzer, SC, conducted by Reverend Randy Lewis.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Solid Rock Worship Center, 1326 Union Street, Spartanburg, SC 29304.

Spartanburg- Virginia Mae Haralson George, 87, wife of the late Mancel William George, died Saturday, April 28, 2012.

Virginia was born on June 12, 1924, in Atlanta Georgia, to the late Grover Cleveland and Dora McAbee Haralson. Virginia’s first love was being a homemaker and mother to her children. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

She is survived by a son, Ronnie William George of Spartanburg; two daughters, Shirley J. Wirkus of Taylors, and Peggy G. Horton of Spartanburg.

Virginia was blessed with six grandchildren, Josh Horton and wife Kay of Spartanburg, Todd Horton and wife Lisa of Spartanburg, Jonathan Horton and wife Laurie of Inman, Jennifer Horton Gilreath and husband Justin of Piedmont, Debbie Rhoden of Greenville, Angela Wease of Taylors; and nine great grandchildren.

Virginia was predeceased by a son, Billy Cleveland George; four brothers; and her sister.

A graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, April 30, 2012 at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, conducted by the Reverend Justin Gilreath.

Roebuck, SC – Nellie C. Bagwell, 90, wife of the late Troy V. Bagwell, Sr. died Wednesday, April 25, 2012.
Mrs. Bagwell was born on December 5, 1921 to the late Jesse Enoch and Minnie Lou Mabrey Crossley, in Spartanburg SC. She was a 1942 graduate of Spartanburg High School, had retired from Arkwright Mills and was the oldest member of Stone Station Baptist Church.

Mrs. Bagwell is survived by two daughters, Barbara Ann LaBoone (Wayne) of Boiling Springs, Jolene Galloway (Walker) of Moore; two sons, Troy Bagwell Jr. (Elaine) of Roebuck, Billy Bagwell of Roebuck; and a sister, Ruth Gibson of Glendale. She was blessed with 8 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by two sisters, Bertie Mae Blackwell, Mary Crossley, and a brother, JB Crossley.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Friday, April 27, 2012 at Dunbar Funeral Home with a funeral service to follow in the chapel at 2 PM conducted by the Rev. Rob Gouge and Rev. Tim Hackett.

Interment will be in Sunset Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Stone Station Baptist Church; 121 Walnut Grove Ln., Roebuck, SC 29376

The family would like to thank her many caregivers for their loving care & support.