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     Lillie Mae Mason was born in 1905 in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. As of 27 November 1920,her married name was Bagwell. She married James Wylie Bagwell, son of Berry Washington Bagwell Jr. and Cassie Tabitha Barker, on 27 November 1920 at Spartanburg County, South Carolina. Lillie Mae Mason died on 24 November 2002 Lillie Mason Bagwell, 97, of 149 Cannon Road, widow of James Wylie Bagwell, died Nov. 24, 2002, at Valley Falls Terrace.

Born in Spartanburg County, she was a daughter of the late Jesse and Cynthia Belcher Mason, retired from Startex Mill and was a member of Jackson Baptist Church.

Survivors: A number of nieces and nephews.

Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. today at Stribling Funeral Home. Graveside services: 1 p.m. Tuesday at Wood Memorial Park.

Memorials: Community Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 10, Startex, SC 29377. Family: Berlene Miller, 147 Cannon Road, Wellford.

Published in The Greenville News: 11-25-2002. She was buried at Wood Memorial Park, Duncan, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

     Louisa Catherine Bagwell was born in March 1896. She was the daughter of Berry Washington Bagwell Jr. and Cassie Tabitha Barker.

     Rebecca Bagwell was born in May 1892 in South Carolina. She was the daughter of Berry Washington Bagwell Jr. and Cassie Tabitha Barker.

     Mattie E. Bagwell was born in January 1890 in South Carolina. She was the daughter of Berry Washington Bagwell Jr. and Cassie Tabitha Barker. As of after 1905,her married name was West. Mattie E. Bagwell married Andrew Belton West after 1905. Mattie E. Bagwell died on 1 April 1919 in Reidville, Spartanburg County, South Carolina, at age 29. She was buried at Poplar Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, Moore, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

     Mary Lee Bagwell was born in March 1899 in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. She was the daughter of Berry Washington Bagwell Jr. and Cassie Tabitha Barker. As of before 1907,her married name was Davis. Mary Lee Bagwell married Charlie Davis before 1907. As of after 1908,her married name was West. Mary Lee Bagwell married W. T. West after 1908. Mary Lee Bagwell died on 11 March 1955 in Spartanburg Hospital, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina. She was buried on 12 March 1955 at Popular Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, Moore, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

     Cora Bagwell was born on 5 June 1881 in South Carolina. She was the daughter of Berry Washington Bagwell Jr. and Cassie Tabitha Barker. Cora Bagwell died on 15 February 1958 in Spartanburg General Hospital, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina, at age 76. She was buried at Poplar Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, Moore, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

     Louis Edward Cook Curen Jr. was born on 18 September 1908 in Maryland.¹ He married Melvina Blanche Bagwell, daughter of John Edgar Bagwell and Elizabeth Blanche Wilson, after 1920.¹ Louis Edward Cook Curen Jr. died on 4 October 1991 at age 83.¹ He was buried at Eastern Shore Veterans Cemetery, Hurlock, Dorchester County, Maryland.¹

     Audrey Nadine Bagwell was born on 9 August 1923 in Clifton, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.¹ She was the daughter of Walter Leonard Bagwell and Lenace Faye Bledsoe. As of after 1935,her married name was Perry. Audrey Nadine Bagwell married Ronnie Perry after 1935. Audrey Nadine Bagwell died on 30 June 2014 in Mary Black Memorial Hospital, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina, at age 90.
Gaffney, SC - - Audrey Nadine Bagwell Perry, 90, of 523 W. Montgomery Street, Apt. 22, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 30, 2014 at Mary Black Memorial Hospital. Born in Clifton, she was the daughter of the late Walter Bagwell and Faye Bledsoe Bagwell. Ms. Perry retired from Hamrick Mills, was an avid reader and shopper, and was a member of Christian Heights Baptist Church. Surviving are two daughters, Carolyn Perry Eubanks and husband, Ronnie, of Gaffney and Karen Perry Cozad and husband, David, of Blacksburg; five grandchildren, Sandy Atkins and husband, James, Pam Hall and husband, Chuck, Ryan Farmer and wife, Karen, Adrianne Farmer and Brandon Eubanks; seven great-grandchildren; a special friend, Helen Jefferies of Gaffney. She was preceded in death by a brother, Walter Bagwell, Jr. and a sister, Juanita Williams. The family will receive friends from 12:00 until 1:00 PM on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at Blakely Funeral Home. Funeral services will immediately follow at 1:00 PM in the Blakely Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Randy McCraw officiating. Interment will be in Frederick Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to: Christian Heights Baptist Church, 605 6th Street, Gaffney, SC 29340. The family will be at the home of Carolyn and Ronnie Eubanks, 306 Beaver Ridge Road, Gaffney. An online guest register is available at www.blakelyfuneralhome.com
Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory, Gaffney, SC.¹ She was buried on 2 July 2014 at Frederick Memorial Gardens, Gaffney, Cherokee County, South Carolina.¹

     Walter Leonard Bagwell Jr. was born on 18 June 1925 in Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.¹ He was the son of Walter Leonard Bagwell and Lenace Faye Bledsoe. Walter Leonard Bagwell Jr. married Minnie Estelle Womick after 1940.² Walter Leonard Bagwell Jr. died on 3 January 2006 in Upsate Medical Center, South Carolina, at age 80.¹ He was buried on 5 January 2006 at Frederick Memorial Gardens, Gaffney, Cherokee County, South Carolina.¹

     Juanita R. Bagwell was born on 14 November 1929 in Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.¹ She was the daughter of Walter Leonard Bagwell and Lenace Faye Bledsoe. As of 7 February 1947,her married name was Williams. Juanita R. Bagwell married Julius Elmer Williams on 7 February 1947. Juanita R. Bagwell died on 4 March 1972 in Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina, at age 42.¹ She was buried on 6 March 1972 at Thompson Chapel Cemetery, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.¹

     Ronnie Perry married Audrey Nadine Bagwell, daughter of Walter Leonard Bagwell and Lenace Faye Bledsoe, after 1935.

     Carolyn Perry is the daughter of Ronnie Perry and Audrey Nadine Bagwell.

     Karen Perry is the daughter of Ronnie Perry and Audrey Nadine Bagwell.

     Minnie Estelle Womick was born on 21 October 1928 in Pacolet, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.¹ As of after 1940,her married name was Bagwell.¹ She married Walter Leonard Bagwell Jr., son of Walter Leonard Bagwell and Lenace Faye Bledsoe, after 1940.¹ Minnie Estelle Womick died on 11 March 2011 in Gaffney, Cherokee County, South Carolina, at age 82 Gaffney, SC - - Minnie Estelle Womick Bagwell, 82, of 137 Kraft Road, passed away on Friday, March 11, 2011 at Upstate Carolina Medical Center. Born in Pacolet, she was the widow of the late Walter Bagwell, Jr. and daughter of the late Joel Womick and Maybelle Petty Womick. Mrs. Bagwell retired from the textiles industry and was of the Baptist faith. Surviving are two sons, Jerry Bagwell and wife, Ann of Spartanburg and Ronnie Bagwell and wife, Kay of Gaffney; a sister, Vinnie Hembree of Spartanburg; two grandchildren, Brian Bagwell and wife, April and Tony Farr and wife, Crystal; six great-grandchildren, Ashley Bagwell, Brianna Bagwell, Hunter Bagwell, Jacob Farr, Marie Farr and Savannah Bagwell; two great-great grandchildren, Emily Bagwell and Hannah Bagwell. She was preceded in death by four brothers and four sisters. The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:00 PM on Sunday, March 13, 2011 at Blakely Funeral Home. Graveside services will immediately follow at 3:00 PM at Frederick Memorial Gardens.¹ She was buried at Frederick Memorial Gardens, Gaffney, Cherokee County, South Carolina.¹

     Jerry Wayne Bagwell was born on 15 April 1948 in Cherokee County, South Carolina.¹ He was the son of Walter Leonard Bagwell Jr. and Minnie Estelle Womick.¹ He served in the US Army. Jerry Wayne Bagwell married Ann Farr circa 1970. Jerry Wayne Bagwell died on 23 May 2025 in Spartanburg, South Carolina, at age 77


Jerry Wayne Bagwell, age 77, passed away unexpectedly on May 23, 2025, in Spartanburg, SC. Born on April 15, 1948, in Cherokee County, SC, he was the son to the late, Walter Bagwell, Jr. and Estelle Womick Bagwell

Jerry led a life engulfed in kindness and humor; he was known to all as a gentle soul who could always bring a smile to those around him. His laughter was contagious and often filled the room with warmth, creating many memories for his family and friends.

After four years of service in the United States Army, Jerry dedicated thirty years of his life to KOSA, formerly Hertz Fibers, before retiring. He found joy in simple pleasures like fishing, shooting pool, riding motorcycles, and enjoying listening to all kinds of music.

Jerry is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Ann Farr Bagwell, who was his partner in every sense of the word. Together, they created a beautiful life full of laughter and love. He is also survived by his brother, Ronnie Bagwell of Gaffney, and his nephews, Tony Farr (Crystal) of Spartanburg, John Farr (Melody) of Woodruff, and Johnny Farr (Melissa) of Oklahoma, as well as his niece, Lorri Drury of Spartanburg. Each of them held a special place in Jerry's heart, and they will forever treasure the memories they shared. He was preceded in death by his parents and his nephews, Alfred Farr, Jr. and Brian Bagwell.

Visitation will be held from 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM, Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel, 2075 E. Main St., Spartanburg, SC. The funeral will follow at 3:00 PM at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel, with military honors. Services will be conducted by The Rev. Tommy Sparks.

Jerry Wayne Bagwell's spirit will live on in the hearts of all who had the privilege to know him. May he rest in peace, embraced by the love he so freely gave.


He was buried on 31 May 2025 at Floyd Greenlawn Cemetery, Spartanburg, South Carolina.

     Ronald Dean Bagwell was born on 6 March 1953 in Gaffney, Cherokee County, South Carolina.¹ He was the son of Walter Leonard Bagwell Jr. and Minnie Estelle Womick.¹ Ronald Dean Bagwell married Virginia Kay Farr after 1963. Ronald Dean Bagwell married Evelyn Childers before 1971. Ronald Dean Bagwell died on 4 January 2026 in Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina, at age 72


Gaffney, SC - - Ronald “Ronnie” Dean Bagwell, 72, of 137 Kraft Street, passed away at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center.

Born in Gaffney, he was the husband of the late Virginia Kay Farr Bagwell and the son of the late Walter Junior Bagwell and Minnie Womick Bagwell. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and playing his guitar. Mr. Bagwell was retired from Peeler’s Rug and of the Baptist faith.

Surviving are four grandchildren, Ashley Bagwell, Hunter Bagwell, Brianna Bagwell and Savannah Bagwell; three great-grandchildren, Hannah Motts, Emily Goins and Kayson Bonner; a great-great-grandchild, Camden Jones; a sister-in-law, Ann Bagwell of Cowpens; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Bagwell was preceded in death by a son, Brian Dean Bagwell; and a brother, Jerry Bagwell.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.

The family will be at their respective homes.

An online guest register is available at www.blakelyfuneralhome.com
Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory, Gaffney, SC.

     Emma Jane Pace was born on 14 May 1884 in Pickens County, South Carolina.¹ As of before 1898,her married name was Bagwell. She married George Adolphus Bagwell, son of Calvin Lynch Bagwell and Margaret Melissa Lesley, before 1898. Emma Jane Pace died on 15 June 1945 in Liberty, Pickens County, South Carolina, at age 61.¹ She was buried at Golden Grove Cemetery, Pickens County, South Carolina.¹

     Ralph Leo Bagwell was born on 15 December 1898 in South Carolina.¹ He was the son of George Adolphus Bagwell and Emma Jane Pace. Ralph Leo Bagwell married Ollie Smith before 1931. Ralph Leo Bagwell died on 23 December 1955 in South Carolina at age 57.¹ He was buried at Glenwood Cemetery and Chapel Mausoleum, Easley, Pickens County, South Carolina.¹

     Ollie Smith was born on 28 September 1895 in South Carolina. As of before 1931,her married name was Bagwell. She married Ralph Leo Bagwell, son of George Adolphus Bagwell and Emma Jane Pace, before 1931. Ollie Smith died on 14 December 1984 in Pickens, Georgia, at age 89.

     Margaret A. "Maggie" Bagwell was born on 28 July 1900 in South Carolina. She was the daughter of George Adolphus Bagwell and Emma Jane Pace. Margaret A. "Maggie" Bagwell died on 22 August 1970 in Johnson City, Washington County, Tennessee, at age 70.

     Sethie Joe Calvin Bagwell was born on 16 January 1903 in South Carolina.¹ He was the son of George Adolphus Bagwell and Emma Jane Pace.² He served as a Private in the 6th Marine Regiment, United States Marine Corps.^1,2 Sethie Joe Calvin Bagwell married Mary Louise Swords circa 1938.² Sethie Joe Calvin Bagwell died on 22 March 1976 in Liberty, Pickens County, South Carolina, at age 73.¹ He was buried at Liberty Memorial Gardens, Liberty, Pickens County, South Carolina.¹

     Mary Louise Swords was born on 7 October 1907 in South Carolina.¹ As of circa 1923,her married name was Revis.² She married Monroe Revis circa 1923.² As of circa 1938,her married name was Bagwell. Mary Louise Swords married Sethie Joe Calvin Bagwell, son of George Adolphus Bagwell and Emma Jane Pace, circa 1938.² Mary Louise Swords died on 6 April 1982 in Pickens County, South Carolina, at age 74.¹ She was buried at Liberty Memorial Gardens, Liberty, Pickens County, South Carolina.¹

     Horace Adolphus Bagwell was born on 3 March 1906 in Pickens County, South Carolina.¹ He was the son of George Adolphus Bagwell and Emma Jane Pace. Horace Adolphus Bagwell married Mary Frances Bryant. He served in the US Marine Corps.¹ Horace Adolphus Bagwell died on 4 February 1981 in Easley, South Carolina, at age 74.¹ He was buried on 6 February 1981 at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Easley, Pickens County, South Carolina.¹

     Mary Frances Bryant was born on 8 February 1907 in Pickens County, South Carolina.¹ Her married name was Bagwell. She married Horace Adolphus Bagwell, son of George Adolphus Bagwell and Emma Jane Pace. Mary Frances Bryant died on 20 February 1995 at age 88.¹ She was buried at Glenwood Cemetery and Chapel Mausoleum, Easley, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.¹

     Lt James Perry Bagwell was also known as Jerry Perry Bagwell. He was born on 9 November 1907 in Pickens County, South Carolina.¹ He was the son of George Adolphus Bagwell and Emma Jane Pace. Lt James Perry Bagwell married Vera Nancy Patterson before 1924. Lt James Perry Bagwell died on 3 August 1970 in South Carolina at age 62 According to the South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police website, James Perry Bagwell was killed in the line of duty while serving as a jailer in the Greenville County, SC jail on August 3, 1970.

Greenville County Jailer, James P. Bagwell, 62, was stabbed to death by an inmate on Aug. 2, 1970. Officer Bagwell was a Retired Pickens County Deputy. The killer was convicted and sentenced to life in prison. He later escaped and remained free for ten years until he was killed in a "drug shootout" in Boston on Feb. 9, 1986.¹ He was buried at West View Cemetery, Liberty, Pickens County, South Carolina.¹

     Vera Nancy Patterson was born on 16 January 1907.¹ As of before 1924,her married name was Bagwell. She married Lt James Perry Bagwell, son of George Adolphus Bagwell and Emma Jane Pace, before 1924. Vera Nancy Patterson died on 11 December 1991 in South Carolina at age 84.¹ She was buried at West View Cemetery, Liberty, Pickens County, South Carolina.¹

     Estelle Vera Bagwell was born on 16 September 1924 in South Carolina.¹ She was the daughter of Lt James Perry Bagwell and Vera Nancy Patterson. As of after 1940,her married name was Merck. Estelle Vera Bagwell married Haskell Thomas "Hack" Merck after 1940. Estelle Vera Bagwell died on 22 January 1946 in Greeenville County, South Carolina, at age 21.¹ She was buried at West View Cemetery, Liberty, Pickens County, South Carolina.¹

     Roy James Bagwell was also known as James Roy Bagwell.¹ He was born on 30 January 1928.¹ He was the son of Lt James Perry Bagwell and Vera Nancy Patterson. He served as an F1 in the US Navy during World War II.¹ Roy James Bagwell married Opal Newsome after 1950.² Roy James Bagwell died on 26 April 1992 at age 64.¹ He was buried at Glenwood Cemetery and Chapel Mausoleum, Easley, Pickens County, South Carolina.¹

     Sarah Janette Bagwell was born on 16 September 1932 in South Carolina. She was the daughter of Lt James Perry Bagwell and Vera Nancy Patterson. As of after 1951,her married name was Ray. Sarah Janette Bagwell married David M. Ray after 1951. Sarah Janette Bagwell died on 3 January 1988 in Albertville, Alabama, at age 55. She was buried on 5 January 1988 at Marshall Memorial Gardens, Albertville, Marshall County, Alabama.

     Carol Lois Bagwell was born on 14 June 1940 in Liberty, Pickens County, South Carolina.¹ She was the daughter of Lt James Perry Bagwell and Vera Nancy Patterson. Carol Lois Bagwell died on 19 July 2000 in Easley, Pickens County, South Carolina, at age 60.¹ She was buried on 22 July 2000 at West View Cemetery, Liberty, Pickens County, South Carolina.¹