All Obituaries

James Hubert "Papa" Vaughn Belton   James Hubert “Papa” Vaughn, 79, husband of Cynthia “Lynn” Banister Vaughn of 105 Hiawatha Dr., died Thursday, July 12, 2018 at Rainey Hospice House. Born in Belton, SC, he was the son of the late Arthur Clyde and Daisy Elizabeth Watt Vaughn. He was a member of Long Branch Baptist Church. Surviving in addition to his wife of the home are: son, James Timothy “Tim” Vaughn (Linda) of Simpsonville;...

Nettie Sue Wilson Belton   Nettie Sue Wilson, age 84, entered her heavenly home on July 3, 2018 at her residence. Born March 16, 1934 in Anderson County, she was the daughter of the late Leroy and Effie Holland. Mrs. Wilson was the loving and devoted wife of the late Roy Ted Wilson who died in 2008. She was a member of Barkers Creek Baptist Church where she loved helping in the nursery for over 30 years. Survivors include a son, Ronny (Debbie) Wilson of Belton, a daughter, Tami...

Floye Daughtry McCullough Belton   Floye Daughtry McCullough, 95, widow of C.A. McCullough formerly of Belton, died Sunday, July 1, 2018 at Rainey Hospice House. Born in Decatur County, GA, she was the daughter of the late Zack and Dora Sanders Daughtry. She was a member of Second Baptist Church where she worked in the nursery for many years. Surviving are: sons, Charles and Herman McCullough, both of Belton; daughter, Sandra M. Kelly of Belton; sisters, Ruth Cook of Thomasville,...

Margaret Inez Daniels Belton   Margaret Inez Daniels, 70, formerly of Belton went home to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, June 28, 2018. She was the widow of the late Kenneth Daniels and Joseph Milton Rudd. Born in Pickens County, she was the daughter of the late Onest Folger and Addie Cornelia Smith Hendricks. She was a member of Eastview Baptist Church and Sunshine Bible Class. Our mother loved nature, being outside tending her flower gardens and truly loved being with her...

Martha “Jane” Schronce Gillespie Belton Martha “Jane” Schronce Gillespie, 68, wife of Charles Dean Gillespie died Sunday, June 24, 2018 at Lexington Medical Center. Born in Greenville, she was the daughter of the late Ezell M. and Mary Virginia Duncan Schronce. She was a member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church where she previously taught Agape Sunday School Class. Surviving in addition to her husband of the home are: daughters, Cristie Guest (Michael) of Honea Path,...

Barry Jones Hughes Belton   Barry Jones Hughes, 70, husband of Cheryl Locke Hughes of Belton, entered his Heavenly home Thursday, June 21, 2018. Born in Anderson County, he was the son of the late Robert Earl and Ruth Jones Hughes. He served in the US National Guard and was the retired owner of Hughes Jewelry. He was an avid golfer and former member of a bowling league. Surviving in addition to his wife of the home are: daughter, Kandice Hughes of Belton; brother, Donnie Hughes of...

Sara Black King, 91, widow Marvin “Jack” King formerly of Belton, died Sunday, June 17, 2018 at NHC Healthcare. Born in Greenville County, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Annie Bell Pearson Black and was the last surviving member of her family. She was a member of Eastview Baptist Church and the Sunshine Bible Class. Surviving are: daughter, Sandy King (Eddie) of Belton; granddaughters, Kristy Ann Southerland (Scott) and Jennifer Smith (Chad) all of Belton; great...

James Mattison Russell Greenwood, SC   James Mattison Russell, 48, husband of Lori Threadgill, passed away at his home in Greenwood on Saturday, June 16, 2018.  Mr. Russell was born in Belton on June 3, 1970 and was the son of Frances Mattison Russell and the late James Thomas Russell.  He was a member of Belton Presbyterian Church. Mr. Russell was a graduate of Belton Honea Path High School and Lander University, where he was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity. ...

Jimmy Dale Motes Hodges   Jimmy Dale Motes, 58, of Hodges, SC, died Thursday, June 14, 2018 at AnMed Health Medical Center. Born in Anderson County, he was the son of the late Willie and Carrie Gunnels Motes. He was a member of Broadmouth Baptist Church. Surviving are: sons, Kyle Motes of Greenville and John-Michael Motes of Belton; daughters, Jessica Horton (Zachary) and Brooke Motes all of Belton; brother, Woodrow Motes of Hodges; grandchildren, Kylee Alexander and Caidence...

James Jack Craft Belton   James Jack Craft, 83, husband of Beth Mozelle Locke Craft of 16901 Brown Ave. Ext., died Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at AnMed Health Medical Center. Born in Anderson County, he was the son of the late Ralph and Dessie Wilson Craft. He served in the US Air Force and retired from Smith Lumber Company. He also restored Cushman Eagle motorcycles and was a member of Goldwing Club. Surviving in addition to his wife of the home are: daughter, Jackie Craft Bishop (Ray)...