Steve French, II, Sylvia Loskoski, David Simpson, Reece Jones, Audrey Dianne Durham, James Breedin Bowen
James Breedin Bowen
James Breedin Bowen, age 83, husband of Carol Cromer Bowen, passed away peacefully on Monday April 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family, at his home.
Born on June 21st, 1942, in Anderson SC, he was the son of the late Harry Bowen and Thelma Heaton Bowen.
He was a devoted husband to his wife with whom he shared 53 wonderful years of marriage. Together they built a life rooted in love, faith, and family.
He was a proud father to six children, Sherry Bowen of Pelzer, Edie Ford (Melvin) of Pelzer, Eddie Bowen (Becky) of Acworth, Georgia, Greg Bowen of Belton, Doug Bowen (Nikki) of Williamston, and Tonya McClain of Piedmont. A cherished grandfather to fifteen grandchildren, and a joyful great-grandfather to fourteen great-grandchildren. His legacy lives on through each of them, in the stories they share and the values he instilled.
James was predeceased by his grandson Cole Bowen; brothers, Robert Bowen and Tommy Bowen; sister Harriet Wright; and son-in-law Chad McClain.
He found simple joy in the things he loved most—watching classic Westerns, cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs, and never missing a chance to root for the Atlanta Braves. He will be remembered for his steady presence, his love for his family, and the quiet strength with which he lived his life.
A service to honor his life was held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 1st at Sullivan-King
Mortuary Chapel. Burial followed at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will received friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Friday prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Hospice of the Foothills, 390 Keowee School Road, Seneca, SC 29672.
He will be deeply missed and forever loved.
Sullivan-King Mortuary
Audrey Dianne Durham
Audrey Dianne Durham of Laurens, 75, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2026.
Born in Pelzer, she was the daughter of the late James and Audrey Cobb Starnes.
Ms. Durham retired from logistics at BMW and was a member of Guthrie Grove Church of God of the Abrahamic Faith.
Survivors include sons, Dean Durham and Colt Durham; daughter, Shannon Smith; 11 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; brothers, Mike Starnes and Tommy Starnes; sister, Lynn Bishop; and sister-in-law, Jill McDonald.
A graveside service was held, May 5, 2026 at Guthrie Grove Church of the Abrahamic Faith Cemetery in Pelzer.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 123 W. Antrim Dr., Greenville, SC 29607.
Gray Mortuary, Pelzer
Reece Jones
Reece Millard Jones of Seneca, 87, passed away Monday, April 27, 2026.
Born in Williamston, he was a son of the late Dennis Millard and Thelma Inez Hanley Jones. He was a retired landscaper and a U.S. Army veteran.
Survivors include sons, Steven Jones and Daniel Jones; one granddaughter; brother, Charles Jones; and sister, Addie Lou Cooper.
The family received friends Friday, May 1, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Gray Mortuary, Pelzer.
The funeral service was held May 2 in the mortuary chapel. Burial was at M.J. “Dolly” Cooper Veterans Cemetery.
Condolences: www.graymortuary.com
David Simpson
David Lynn Simpson of Piedmont, 76, husband of Betty Jean Jackson Simpson, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026.
Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late George Washington Simpson and Annie Iretha Owens. He retired from Handling Services, Inc.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by sons, David Lamar Simpson and Walter Clyde Simpson; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be held Wednesday, May 6, from 1:30 to 2:45 pm at Gray Mortuary, Pelzer followed by the funeral service at 3:00 pm in the mortuary chapel.
Condolences: www.graymortuary.com
Sylvia Loskoski
Sylvia Ann Loskoski of Williamston, 85, wife of the late Bobby Ray Loskoski, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026, at her home.
Born in Williamston, she was a daughter of the late William Harold and Ruth Rogers Ellison. She was a member of Big Creek Baptist Church.
She is survived by daughters, Debbie Creamer and Donna Carter; brothers, Roger Ellison and John Ellison; sister, Velma Rice; five grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 6, from 12:30 to 1:45 pm at Big Creek Baptist Church followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm in the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Big Creek Baptist Church, P.O. Box 187, Williamston, SC 29697.
Gray Mortuary, Pelzer
Condolences: www.graymortuary.com
Steve French, II
Steven “Steve” John French, II, of Pelzer, 62, husband of Vicky French, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026 at his home.
Born in Stockton, CA, he was a son of the late Joyce Shaw and Steven John French. Steve was a graduate of Greenville Technical College and retired from O’Reilly Auto Parts. He was a member of Judah Church in Anderson.
In addition to his wife, he is also survived by son, Jayson Dean French.
A graveside service will be held Monday, May 18, at 1:00 p.m. at M.J. “Dolly” Cooper Veterans Cemetery, Anderson.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Vets Helping Vets Anderson, P.O. Box 265, Anderson, SC 29622.
Gray Mortuary, Pelzer
Condolences: www.graymortuary.com
