The Howze Mortuary

The Howze Mortuary The Howze Mortuary is a family owned and operated funeral home located in Travelers Rest, SC. The mortuary is owned by Raymond "Bo" and Brynda Brown. In 1963 Mr.

The Howze Mortuary is a family owned and operated funeral home located in the Northern part of Greenville County, SC. The mortuary is owned by Raymond "Bo" and Brynda Brown and they have been helping families in the area for the past 18 years. The mortuary traces its roots back to 1948 when Harold Stillwell opened the Stillwell Mortuary is a two story home on North Poinsett Highway in Travelers Rest. Around 1950, Mr. Stillwell built a new modern facility just down the street and continued to serve the community until 1958. Then in 1958, the mortuary was sold to James M. O;Dell and he continued operating at this location until 1963. O;Dell decided it was time to grow so he bought a home at the corner of State Park Road and Poinsett Highway and remodeled it to become the new O'Dell Mortuary. In August of 1972, Townes and Kathleen Howze purchased the mortuary from Mr. O'Dell. In 1973, the name was changed to The Howze Mortuary. On June 20, 1996 ground was broken for out current state of the art funeral home. On April 27. 1997 a dream of the Howze's to give the Travelers Rest area a new funeral home was realized. Our mortuary has a 200 seat chapel, 4 spacious viewing rooms and ample parking. We at The Howze Mortuary believe that personal service is the backbone of our business and for the last 38 years we have offered service that is second to none. In 2009, Raymond and Brynda Brown purchased the mortuary from the Howze family and will continue to give Travelers Rest area the compassionate family oriented service that has been the main focus of our 68 year heritage.

Sara Yeargin Gilstrap, 84, wife of the late John W. Gilstrap, Jr., went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, Marc...
03/05/2026

Sara Yeargin Gilstrap, 84, wife of the late John W. Gilstrap, Jr., went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at McCall Hospice in Simpsonville.

Born in Fountain Inn, SC, she was the daughter of the late Albert William Yeargin and Sara Elizabeth Garrett Yeargin.

Sara was...

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Michael Malpass                             Travelers Rest, SCMichael Malpass, 45, passed away on Thursday, February 26,...
03/04/2026

Michael Malpass Travelers Rest, SC

Michael Malpass, 45, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in Greenville, SC.

Born in Greenville, Michael was the son of Roger and Terri Marchbanks. He was full of life and loved fishing, hunting, and the Carolina...

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Edna Frances Kelly, 100, of Marietta, SC passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026.Edna was born to Newman Otis and Ma...
03/03/2026

Edna Frances Kelly, 100, of Marietta, SC passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026.

Edna was born to Newman Otis and Mary Frances Hall. She was a member of Marietta First Baptist Church. Edna worked in textiles her entire life in many different positions. She enjoyed staying active with work...

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James Luther Ferguson, 81, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2026.Born in Greenville, he was a son of the late J.E. Fer...
03/02/2026

James Luther Ferguson, 81, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2026.

Born in Greenville, he was a son of the late J.E. Ferguson and Camilla Ferguson Moon. James retired from Bi-Lo as a truck driver and was a member of Clearview Baptist Church, where he was a member of Carpenters for...

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🔔🔔***Concert Singing***🔔🔔Join Heartsound Quartet for an unforgettable concert experience Saturday evening, March 7th, 20...
02/26/2026

🔔🔔***Concert Singing***🔔🔔

Join Heartsound Quartet for an unforgettable concert experience Saturday evening, March 7th, 2026 in The Howze Mortuary Chapel beginning at 6:00 p.m..

Powerful Gospel Harmonies
Uplifting Music
Special giveaways throughout the evening

Bigger & Better Giveaways- IN PERSON ONLY!!!

Bring your family and friends and come expecting a great time!

Emmitt “Junior” Walker, Jr. 91, of Travelers Rest, SC, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, in Greer, SC.Emmitt ...
02/24/2026

Emmitt “Junior” Walker, Jr. 91, of Travelers Rest, SC, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, in Greer, SC.

Emmitt was born to Emmitt Walker, Sr. and Minnie Angel Walker in Dayton, TN. He was of the Baptist faith.

Emmitt retired as a cotton broker before being the first person hired at...

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Mae Howard Powell, 90, of Travelers Rest, wife of the late Milton F. Powell, died unexpectedly on Sunday, February 22, 2...
02/24/2026

Mae Howard Powell, 90, of Travelers Rest, wife of the late Milton F. Powell, died unexpectedly on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at St. Francis Hospital, Downtown.

Born in Greenville County, SC, at Glassy Mountain, on October 10, 1935, she was a daughter of the late Robert Howard and Bessie Lindsey...

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Clint Clayton Plumley                             Travelers Rest, SCClint Clayton Plumley, 94, passed away on Sunday, Fe...
02/18/2026

Clint Clayton Plumley Travelers Rest, SC

Clint Clayton Plumley, 94, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Born on Glassy Mountain, Clint was the son of the late Jim and Rosa Emery Plumley. He was a member of Mountain Hill Baptist...

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Dr. Marvin Russel Havens, 77, husband of Sue Havens, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Greenville Memorial ...
02/17/2026

Dr. Marvin Russel Havens, 77, husband of Sue Havens, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born August 4, 1948, in Sanger, California and a long-time resident of Greer, SC, he was the son of the late Dr. Nels Havens and Eleanor Havens.

Known to many...

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Zorro Allen Emery, 87, widower of the late Shirley Harrison Emery, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026.Born in Landr...
02/15/2026

Zorro Allen Emery, 87, widower of the late Shirley Harrison Emery, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026.

Born in Landrum, SC, he was a son of the late Albert Alvin and Annie Plumley Emery. Zorro owned and operated a successful logging business and attended Praise Cathedral Church of...

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Mrs. R. Polly Pace                                               Travelers Rest, SCRena Pauline (Polly) Howard Pace, 80 ...
02/13/2026

Mrs. R. Polly Pace Travelers Rest, SC

Rena Pauline (Polly) Howard Pace, 80 years old, of Travelers Rest, SC, passed away peacefully on February 9th at her home, surrounded by her loving daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren.
Born on October 12,...

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Brenda Joyce Jones                                               Taylors, SCBrenda Joyce Jones, 80, of Taylors, SC passe...
02/12/2026

Brenda Joyce Jones Taylors, SC

Brenda Joyce Jones, 80, of Taylors, SC passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026 in Travelers Rest, SC.

Brenda was born to Walter Andrew and Kathleen Adair Moore. She was happily married to her husband, Edward...

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Address

6714 State Park Road
Travelers Rest, SC
29690

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18648348051

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The Howze Mortuary is a family owned and operated funeral home located in the Northern part of Greenville County, SC. The mortuary is owned by Raymond "Bo" and Brynda Brown and they have been helping families in the area for the past 26 years. The mortuary traces its roots back to 1948 when Harold Stillwell opened the Stillwell Mortuary in a two story home on North Poinsett Highway in Travelers Rest. Around 1950, Mr. Stillwell built a new modern facility just down the street and continued to serve the community until 1958. Then in 1958, the mortuary was sold to James M. O’Dell and he continued operating at this location until 1963. In 1963 Mr. O’Dell decided it was time to grow so he bought a home at the corner of State Park Road and Poinsett Highway and remodeled it to become the new O'Dell Mortuary. In August of 1972, Townes and Kathleen Howze purchased the mortuary from Mr. O'Dell. In 1973, the name was changed to The Howze Mortuary. On June 20, 1996 ground was broken for our current state of the art funeral home. On April 27, 1997 a dream of the Howzes’ to give the Travelers Rest area a new funeral home was realized. Our mortuary has a 200 seat chapel, four spacious viewing rooms and ample parking. We at The Howze Mortuary believe that personal service is the backbone of our business and for the last 38 years we have offered service that is second to none. In 2009, Raymond and Brynda Brown purchased the mortuary from the Howze family and will continue to give the Travelers Rest area the compassionate family oriented service that has been the main focus of our 71 year heritage.