TEE Ferguson Report

01/28/2026

James M Meadows entered eternal rest on January 9, 2026. He was born Jaunary 9, 1945 to Ralph and Annie Ruth Meadows Copeland. Annie Ruth Meadows Copeland gave birth to James M. Meadows, affectionately known as “Bo” “James Bo” “Bo Geet” “Hot Rod” in Spartanburg, SC for 81 years. James was employed at Arkwright A1 Discount Tire, and Springs Industry where he later retired after 35 years of service. James was saved and knew the lord as his savior. He attended Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in his younger days. Then attended multiple churches throughout his life. For many years, James was the neighborhood mechanic, whether it was mechanical services under the tree, or on the side of the road (James was there). He was known by the neighborhood. James also enjoyed going fishing. Spending quality time with his family. He was a die-hard DALLAS COWBOY fan.

James was preceded in death by his parents; The late Ralph & Annie Ruth Meadows Copeland; His brothers the late Williams Copeland Chesnee, SC, late Ralph Copeland Jr Chesnee, S.C late Woodrow Copeland Chesnee S.C. and James Copeland Chesnee S.C. Left to cherish fond memories are; his wife Margaree Meadows of Spartanburg, S.C; his son Tony (Sylvia) Robinson of Spartanburg S.C; Three daughters Elonda Meadows (Dee) of Spartanburg, S.C; Hope (Lamorris) Jeter of Boiling Springs, S.C; Taryn Robinson (Boobie) of Spartanburg, S.C (adopted niece).7 Grandchildren’s, 7 Great Grandchildren’s his sister’s Bobbie G Tucker of Chesnee, S.C; Mary A. Lyles; Shirley M. Copeland both of Spartanburg, S.C. A host of nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins, and close friends that will continue to cherish these memories.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC.

01/22/2026

Lonnie Hollis passed January 21, 2026 at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Hospice
House surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 1, 1953 to the late Louise Means
Hollis and Lorenzo “Lo” Hollis.
He was a faithful member of Ridgeville Baptist Church, where he served as a Trustee. He was
very active in the ministry, where he lead our transportation ministry until his health declined.
He was a member of the United States Army where he served as a motor transport operator.
Left to cherish fond and loving memories are his daughter’s Makisha Fowler of Spartanburg, SC
and Thomasha Wells of Greenville, SC, two brothers Darrell (Sandra) Hollis and Ray Hollis, one
sister Jessie Mae Stevens. Four grandchildren Dyamond Miller (Kamal) of Inman, SC, Tyler
Wells-Jeter, Myles Pilgrim, and Paiton Pilgrim of Greenville, SC, one Great Granddaughter
Nalani Rayn Jeter, and a host of cousins, relatives, and friends.
He was proceeded in death by his sister Diane Hollis and his parents Louise and Lorenzo Hollis.

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, Jannuary 29, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Ridgeville Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

01/22/2026

SPARTANBURG, SC-- Johnnie M. Jones, 75, entered into eternal rest on Friday, January 9, 2026. Mr. Jones was born December 4, 1950 to the late Johnny Jones and Dorothy Harrison Jones.

He was an active member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church and a life-long fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Johnnie was a graduate of Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio with a bachelors in Mechanical Engineering. He retired from Polydeck Screen Corporation after 30 years of service.

Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his wife of over 42 years Mary A. Jones; and one brother, Larry Jones.

Left to cherish fond memories are: three daughters, LaRita A. (Dayna) Jones-Pigott, Tunya D. Thompson, Tiffany D. Thompson; one son, Juan D. Drummond; his siblings Rita Jones of GA, Debra Jones of GA, Tracey Jones of OH and Rod Jones of OH; his seven grandchildren; his eight great-grandchildren; and host of aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews, cousins, adoptive daughters and sons.

A Celebration of the Life of Johnnie M. Jones will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00p.m. at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 645 Old Howard Gap Rd., Spartanburg, SC. Rev. Pierre Salmon will officiate.

01/22/2026

Qwinn Jones passed away on January 7, 2026.

Due to Inclement Weather Funeral Services were rescheduled to be held on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Forest Chapel CME Church, 210 Old Blackstock Rd., Fairforest, SC 29336.

01/22/2026

Kelvin Mitchell passed January 15, 2026.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the United House of Prayer for All People, Spartanburg, SC. Burial will follow in the Heritage Memorial Gardens, Roebuck, SC.

01/22/2026

Stephanie Martin passed January 16, 2026.

J.W. Woodward Funeral Home | Spartanburg, SC in Spartanburg respectfully announces the passing of Stephanie Martin on January 16, 2026.

01/22/2026

Danny Jones passed January 15, 2026.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. Burial will be in the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery.

01/22/2026

David Daniel Smith, Jr. passed January 19, 2026.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Spartanburg, SC. Burial will follow in the Heriatge Memorial Gardens, Roebuck, SC.

01/17/2026

Joy Elaine Wiggleton passed January 13, 2026.

She was born May 24, 1960 to Fannie Cartledge Wiggleton.

Ms. Wiggleton is preceded in death by three grandchildren, Saint, Jamaal and Jamell.

She is survived by four children: Samantha Wiggleton, Brittney Wiggleton, Bobby Davis, Ladasha Butler; Louis Spears spouse of 30 years; three sisters, Gloria Wiggleton, Rhonda Wiggleton and Wanda Wiggleton; two brothers, Jerry Wiggleton, Michael Wiggleton; six grandchildren.

Family will be meeting Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 159 Foster chapel road, Jonesville, South Carolina 29353

J. W. Woodward Funeral Home, Inc.

01/15/2026

Lewis Styles passed December 17, 2025.

Graveside services will be held 3:00 PM Friday, January 16, 2026 at Cemetery Street Cemetery, 111 Cemetery Street, Spartanburg, South Carolina.

J. W. Woodward Funeral Home, Inc.

01/15/2026

Sedric Williams passed December 31, 2025.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC.

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