Sara Frances Dover , 70, was born in Cherokee County, SC on April 23, 1950. She was a daughter of Mary Elizabeth “Lib” Phillips and raised by Collis and Julia Petty.

Sara was a member of the graduating class of 1970 and a former textile employee. She was a faithful member of Suck Creek Baptist Church where she served as a member of the Choir and YWAs.

She was preceded in death by a brother Terry Phillips.

In addition to her parents she leaves to cherish loving memories: her children, Shawn Dover (Shaun) of Boiling Springs, Dawn Dover of Gaffney, Torri Dover of Boiling Springs, and Michael Dover (Kim) of Gaffney; siblings, Linda Kay Philips of Boiling Springs, Laura Floyd of Virginia, Sonji Philips of Virginia, Thomas Gene Phillips of Charlotte, Walter “Sonny” Blanton of Virginia; aunts, Melrose Dover and Martha Hamilton; two favorite cousins, Jeanette Harris of Shelby and Marshall Dover of Gaffney; twelve grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends.

A Graveside Service will be held Saturday, 2:00 p.m., in Suck Creek Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Tony Macomson officiating.

Public Viewing will be Friday!

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Mrs. Martha Jean Hoey Robbs Jefferies, 87, of 500 New St., passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020 in Spartanburg Regional Medical Center.

Widow of Phillip Eugene Robbs and J. L. “Marcie” Jefferies, she was born on February 16, 1933 in Cherokee County to Precious Hoey, Sr. and Willie Kelly Hoey.

She was a faithful member of Limestone Missionary Baptist Church where she served as a Deaconess, Sr. Choir member and Youth Choir Advisor.

She leaves to cherish loving memories: two sons, Steven Robbs (Cynthia) and Ricky Robbs of Gaffney; eight daughters, Brenda Watkins (Rev. John Watkins) of Shelby, Sheila Miller, Ethel Lynn Ratchford (Andrew), Minister Michelle Shippy, Gayle Carnell, Eartha Anderson (Steven), Lori Jefferies and Nadiah Jefferies all of Gaffney; a sister, Ethelene Davidson of Gaffney;18 grandchildren including 2 raised in the home; 40 great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends.

Public Viewing will be Saturday, October 24, from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. The Gilmore Mortuary

Funeral Service will be Sunday, 2:00 p.m., in the parking lot of Limestone Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Michael Golden, Rev. Rodney Davidson, Rev. Tony Macomson, and Rev. Freddie Davidson. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery.

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Thomas Mings, Jr., 70, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 15, 2020 in Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home.

He was born November 5, 1949 in Spartanburg County to Thomas, Sr. and Azzalee McHam Mings.

Thomas was employed for many years at Mary Black Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Mings, Sr. and Azzalee McHam Mings; a sister, Diane Mings.

Thomas leaves to cherish loving memories: a son, Curtis Mings ; a sister, Shirley McAbee (Joe); two granddaughters, Milliyah Mings and Renaisa Mings; a great grandchild, Armani Gibbs; 3 nieces; 2 nephews; a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services will be Thursday, 2:00 p.m., in Bountiful Blessing Church, Spartanburg SC. 110 Peake Rd., Roebuck, SC. He will lie in state at 1:00 p.m. in the church.

Public Viewing will be Wednesday, October 21, 2020  from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.

The family is at the home of his sister Shirley (Joe) McAbee, 605 Plainview Dr., Spartanburg, SC.

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