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     Ethel L. Fowler was also known as Edith Fowler. She was born on 6 June 1908 in Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina. As of before 1934,her married name was Bagwell. She married William Joe Bagwell, son of Thomas Simpson Bagwell and Maggie Lou Godfrey, before 1934. Ethel L. Fowler died on 13 March 1982 in Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina, at age 73. She was buried at Standing Springs Cemetery, Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina.

     Billy Joe Bagwell was born on 7 June 1934 in Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina. He was the son of William Joe Bagwell and Ethel L. Fowler. Billy Joe Bagwell died on 9 November 1936 in Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina, at age 2. He was buried at Standing Springs Cemetery, Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina.

     Paul Evins Bagwell was born on 10 January 1943 in Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina. He was the son of William Joe Bagwell and Ethel L. Fowler. Paul Evins Bagwell died on 15 January 1987 in Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina, at age 44. He was buried at Standing Springs Cemetery, Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina.

     Gurtha Chasteen was born on 25 March 1908 in South Carolina. As of before 1926,her married name was Bagwell. She married Horace Eugene Bagwell, son of Thomas Simpson Bagwell and Maggie Lou Godfrey, before 1926. Gurtha Chasteen died on 1 March 1999 in Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina, at age 90. She was buried at Cannon Memorial Park, Fountain Inn, Greenville County, South Carolina.

     Walter Wayne Bagwell was born on 7 August 1934 in Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina. He was the son of Horace Eugene Bagwell and Gurtha Chasteen. Walter Wayne Bagwell married Ginny Ann Nelson after 1952 at Greenville County, South Carolina. He was a US Army veteran. Walter Wayne Bagwell married Allie Doris Howard on 3 May 1958 at Fairfax County, Virginia. Walter Wayne Bagwell died on 3 September 1997 in Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina, at age 63. He was buried on 5 September 1997 at Greenville Memorial Gardens, Greenville, South Carolina.

     Carlos Ray Bagwell was born on 25 May 1926 in Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina. He was the son of Horace Eugene Bagwell and Gurtha Chasteen. He served in the US Navy. Carlos Ray Bagwell married Helen Gilliam after 1945. Carlos Ray Bagwell died on 25 August 1998 in Simpsonville, Greenville County, South Carolina, at age 72. He was buried on 27 August 1998 at Cannon Memorial Park Mausoleum, Fountain Inn, Greenville County, South Carolina.

     Will O'Nell Bagwell was born on 27 October 1926 in Laurens County, South Carolina. She was the daughter of William Hitch Bagwell and Noree Willie Curry. As of after 1940,her married name was Brashier. Will O'Nell Bagwell married Claude William Brashier after 1940. Will O'Nell Bagwell died on 10 October 2009 in Fountain Inn, Greenville County, South Carolina, at age 82 The Greenville News (SC) - Monday, October 12, 2009, Page 8A

FOUNTAIN INN, SC - Mrs. Will O'Nell Brashier, 82, of Fountain Inn, S.C. passed from this life Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009, in Fountain Inn. She was born Oct. 27, 1926, in Laurens County, S.C. a daughter of the late Hitch and Noree Curry Bagwell and was the widow of Claude William Brashier. Mrs. Brashier was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church and had worked for Beaunit Textiles, Fountain Inn and with Wilson Sporting Goods until her retirement.

Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law Maxie and Regenia Brashier of Greenville; granddaughter and grandson-in-law Nandenia and Sammy Holt, Jr. of Greenville; great grandchildren Sammy Holt, III and Melissa Holt; great great grandchildren Skylar and Cheyenne Holt.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Phil Whitt officiating with Interment to follow in Cannon Memorial Park, Fountain Inn, SC. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday at Cannon Funeral Home, Fountain Inn, SC. She was buried at Cannon Memorial Park, Fountain Inn, Greenville County, South Carolina.

     Claude William Brashier was born on 25 September 1925. He married Will O'Nell Bagwell, daughter of William Hitch Bagwell and Noree Willie Curry, after 1940. He was SM1 of the US Navy. Claude William Brashier died on 6 November 1997 at age 72. He was buried at Cannon Memorial Park, Fountain Inn, Greenville County, South Carolina.

     Eunice Mostella was born on 26 November 1909 in Haywood, North Carolina. She married Thomas Hoyt Bagwell, son of Thomas Simpson Bagwell and Maggie Lou Godfrey, before 1940. As of after 1940,her married name was Bagwell. Eunice Mostella died on 23 June 1977 in Simpsonville, South Carolina, at age 67. She was buried on 25 June 1977 at Cannon Memorial Park, Fountain Inn, Greenville County, South Carolina.

     Alice Octavia McCarley was born on 22 December 1881 in South Carolina.¹ As of circa 1900,her married name was Bagwell. She married Charlie Martin Bagwell, son of John F. Bagwell and Lucy Mathis, circa 1900. Alice Octavia McCarley died on 18 February 1932 at age 50.¹ She was buried at Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.¹

     Jesse Franklin Bagwell was born on 21 March 1919 in South Carolina. He was the son of Charlie Martin Bagwell and Alice Octavia McCarley. Jesse Franklin Bagwell married Lillian Hazel Greene in December 1941. He served in the US Army during World War II. Jesse Franklin Bagwell died on 16 November 2013 in Gaffney, South Carolina, at age 94


Gaffney, S.C. - Jesse Franklin Bagwell passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2013.

Friends and relatives will remember his generosity and wit, and residents and staff will recall "Daddy B" as a devoted husband to Hazel, his wife of 71 years.

Hazel died in December 2012 and Jesse joins her now. Jesse was born last of six children in 1919 to Alice McCarley Bagwell and Charles Martin Bagwell of Spartanburg.

Eleven days prior to completing his one-year enlistment in the Army, he learned of the attack on Pearl Harbor, made his way to the nearest recruitment office, and re-enlisted for a period of indefinite service.

He married Hazel Green in December 1941; his service as an infantry soldier in Iceland and Europe kept them apart for nearly four years.

Jesse is survived by his sister, Ruby Millwood of Spartanburg; daughter and son-in-law, Marcia and Everett Yancey, of Greenville, Tn; son and daughter-in-law, Norman and Cindy Bagwell of Pearland, Tx; son and daughter-in-law, Barry and Treasa Bagwell of Gaffney, S.C; daughter and son-in-law, Laura Bagwell and Miles Denham, Jr., of Aiken, S.C; grandchildren, Michael (and Jennifer) Yancey of Wyethville, Va., and Anna (and Charlie) Mullins, of Ijamsville, Md; and great-grandchildren, Andrew Yancey of Wyethville, Va., and Aaden Mullins of Ijamsville, Md.

In lieu of flowers, friends and acquaintances who wish to memorialize Jesse, may contribute to: Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home, 686 Jeff Davis Drive, Spartanburg, S.C., 29303.

A graveside service is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Spartanburg with Mr. Paul Raines and Rev. Roger Ham officiating. The family will receive friends after the service at the cemetery.

The family will be at the home of Barry and Treasa Bagwell, 1965 Love Springs Road.

An online guest register is available at www.blakelyfuneralhome.com.

Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory, Gaffney, S.C.


He was buried at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

     Lillian Hazel Greene was born on 19 June 1923 in South Carolina. As of December 1941,her married name was Bagwell. She married Jesse Franklin Bagwell, son of Charlie Martin Bagwell and Alice Octavia McCarley, in December 1941. Lillian Hazel Greene died on 21 December 2012 in Gaffney, South Carolina, at age 89. She was buried on 24 December 2012 at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

     Ruby Bagwell was born circa 1915. She was the daughter of Charlie Martin Bagwell and Alice Octavia McCarley. As of after 1934,her married name was Millwood. Ruby Bagwell married (?) Millwood after 1934. Ruby Bagwell died on 18 November 2013.

     Callie Marie Bagwell was born on 29 December 1911 in South Carolina. She was the daughter of Charlie Martin Bagwell and Alice Octavia McCarley. As of after 1919,her married name was Seay. Callie Marie Bagwell married James Broadus Seay after 1919. Callie Marie Bagwell died on 18 January 1977 at age 65. She was buried at Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

     John Kennedy Bagwell was born on 4 October 1908 in Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina. He was the son of Charlie Martin Bagwell and Alice Octavia McCarley. John Kennedy Bagwell married Lucille Wooten after 1930. John Kennedy Bagwell died on 21 November 1998 in Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina, at age 90
John Kennedy Bagwell, 90, of Converse, SC, died Saturday, November 21, 1998, in Mary Black Hospital.

A native of Spartanburg, he was son of the late Charlie Bagwell and Alice Octavia (McCarley) Bagwell.

He retired from Drayton Mill, having been a supervisor in the cotton preparation department.

He was a member of St. Mark United Methodist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Lucille (Wooten) Bagwell; a daughter, Frances B. Jett of Spartanburg; a sister, Ruby Bagwell Millwood of Spartanburg; a brother, Jesse F. Bagwell of Gaffney; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

The family received friends 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sunday, November 22, 1998 at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel.

Graveside services were held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 23, 1998 in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, conducted by the Rev. David Ervin and Rev. Bill Osborne.

Published: Sunday, November 22, 1998
Spartanburg Herald Journal.¹ He was buried at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.¹

     William Bagwell was also known as Charles William Cooper Bagwell. He was born on 17 October 1916 in South Carolina. He was the son of Charlie Martin Bagwell and Alice Octavia McCarley. William Bagwell died on 8 May 1923 in Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina, at age 6 asphyxiation from a wooden whistle in his windpipe. He was buried at Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

     Lucille Wooten was born on 8 January 1914 in Cannons Camp Ground, Spartanburg County, South Carolina. As of after 1930,her married name was Bagwell. She married John Kennedy Bagwell, son of Charlie Martin Bagwell and Alice Octavia McCarley, after 1930. Lucille Wooten died on 22 January 2008 in Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina, at age 94 Lucille (Wooten) Bagwell, 94, of Spartanburg, SC, died Tuesday, January 22, 2008, at White Oak Manor.

Born January 8, 1914, in the Cannons Campground community, she was the daughter of the late William Lafayette Wooten and Corrie Adeline (Cannon) Wooten and the wife of the late J. K. Bagwell.

She retired from Spartan Mills and was a member of St. Mark United Methodist Church.

Survivors include a daughter, Frances B. Jett of Spartanburg; three grandchildren, Mike Melton and his wife Kathy of Shelby, NC, Mickie Williams and her husband Brian, and Scott Melton, all of Spartanburg; a step-granddaughter, Marie Bishop and her husband Jerry of Spartanburg; two great-grandchildren, Trey Earley of Spartanburg and Amanda Melton of Shelby, NC; two step-great-grandchildren, Meagan Williams and Ashlyn Bishop of Spartanburg; a sister-in-law, Ruby Millwood of Spartanburg; a brother-in-law, Jesse Bagwell and his wife Hazel of Aiken; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three brothers, Bill, Chalmers, and Hugh Wooten; and two sisters, Annie Lee Wooten and Eva Mae Lindsay. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

Graveside services were held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 24, 2008, at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens conducted by the Rev. Angelia P. Price and the Rev. David F. Ervin.

The family received friends following the service at the graveside.

In lieu of flowers, memorials could be made to St. Mark United Methodist Church, 3055 East Main Street Extension, Spartanburg, SC 29307; or to Mobile Meals Service, PO Box 461, Spartanburg, SC 29304.

Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel

Published: Thursday, January 24, 2008
Spartanburg Herald Journal. She was buried at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

     Frances Bagwell was born on 2 September 1934 in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. She was the daughter of John Kennedy Bagwell and Lucille Wooten. As of after 1950,her married name was Melton. As of after 1950,her married name was Jett. Frances Bagwell married Dock E. Jett after 1950. Frances Bagwell married Truman Melton after 1950. Frances Bagwell died on 8 September 2022 in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, at age 88


Frances Jett, age 88, of Converse, SC was received by her Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 8, 2022. She was the daughter of the late J. K. and Lucille Bagwell. She was the widow of Dock E. Jett. She was previously married to the late Truman Melton, father of their 3 children.
Frances was a retired secretary and constant caregiver. She was a faithful member of St. Mark United Methodist Church in Spartanburg. She was always a quiet servant of her Lord.
Frances was predeceased by a sister, Tavia. Survivors include sons, Mike Melton (Kathy) of Shelby, NC, and Scott Melton of Spartanburg, SC; daughter, Mickie Williams (Brian) also of Spartanburg, SC; step-daughter, Marie Bishop (Jerry); two grandchildren, Trey Earley (Molly) of Chesnee, SC and Amanda Melton of Charlotte, NC; step-grandchildren, Meagan Williams and Ashlyn Bishop; and a number of cousins.
Graveside service will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, 1300 Fernwood-Glendale Rd., Spartanburg, SC 29307, conducted by Rev. David Ervin. Family will receive friends immediately afterwards.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark Methodist Church, 3055 E. Main St., Spartanburg, SC 29307.
Family will be at the home of Mickie and Brian Williams.
Floyd s Greenlawn Chapel

Published by Floyd’s Greenlawn Chapel - Spartanburg on Sep. 10, 2022.


She was buried on 13 September 2022 at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

     Mary Ellen Bagwell is the daughter of John Kern Bagwell and Mary Louise Baldwin. Mary Ellen Bagwell married Bruce Allen Cumbo on 12 August 1961 at Henderson County, North Carolina.

     Harry Lee Bagwell is the son of John Kern Bagwell and Mary Louise Baldwin. Harry Lee Bagwell married Vendall Eris Foster on 6 September 1963 at Boiling Springs Baptist Church, Spartanburg, South Carolina. Harry Lee Bagwell married Judy Gwndolyn Lance after 1975.

     Sylvia Marlene Bagwell was born on 17 October 1935 in Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina. She was the daughter of John Earle Bagwell and Margaret Maudene Puckett. Sylvia Marlene Bagwell died on 8 November 2012 in Lauren County, South Carolina, at age 77.

     Minnie Jones was born in May 1875 in South Carolina. As of 1893,her married name was Bagwell. She married Willis Marion Bagwell, son of Willis Marion Bagwell and Inda C. (?), in 1893. Minnie Jones died on 8 March 1954 in Gaston County, North Carolina, at age 78. She was buried at Ebenezer United Methodist Church Cemetery, Greer, Greenville County, South Carolina.

     Willard William Bagwell was born on 20 September 1911 in Pelum, South Carolina. He was the son of Willis Marion Bagwell and Minnie Jones. Willard William Bagwell married Mary Elizabeth Skipper on 8 January 1939 at Marion, South Carolina. Willard William Bagwell died on 14 November 1971 in Gaston County, North Carolina, at age 60. He was buried at Hollywood Cemetery, Gastonia, Gaston County, North Carolina.

     Jessie Lou Moody was born on 21 March 1907 in River, Jackson County, North Carolina.¹ As of before 1928,her married name was Bagwell. She married Leonard John Bagwell, son of Willis Marion Bagwell and Lottie May Smith, before 1928. Jessie Lou Moody died on 31 October 1993 in Lincolnton, Lincoln County, North Carolina, at age 86.¹ She was buried at Westview Gardens, Bessemer City, Gaston County, North Carolina.¹

     John Leonard Bagwell Jr. was born on 26 May 1928 in Gaston County, North Carolina. He was the son of Leonard John Bagwell and Jessie Lou Moody. John Leonard Bagwell Jr. married Doris Frye after 1946. John Leonard Bagwell Jr. died on 23 February 1982 in Gastonia, Gaston County, North Carolina, at age 53.

     Charles Lee Bagwell was born on 30 June 1948 in Greenwood County, South Carolina.¹ He was the son of William Gailey Bagwell and Constance Phedonie Devall. Charles Lee Bagwell married Carol Latimer after 1965. Charles Lee Bagwell died on 21 October 2011 in Anderson, Anderson County, South Carolina, at age 63.¹ He was buried at South Lawn Memorial Gardens, Anderson, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     Carol Latimer was born on 26 April 1947 in Honea Path, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹ As of after 1965,her married name was Bagwell. She married Charles Lee Bagwell, son of William Gailey Bagwell and Constance Phedonie Devall, after 1965. Carol Latimer died on 4 June 2011 in Anderson, Anderson County, South Carolina, at age 64.¹ She was buried at South Lawn Memorial Gardens, Anderson, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     Steve Shane Bagwell is the son of Charles Lee Bagwell and Carol Latimer.

     LeAnn Bagwell is the daughter of Charles Lee Bagwell and Carol Latimer.

     Bessie Mae Ashmore was born on 25 February 1907 in South Carolina.¹ As of after 1920,her married name was Bagwell. She married William Earl Bagwell, son of James Andrew Bagwell and Nancy Loven, after 1920. Bessie Mae Ashmore died on 3 July 1930 in Ware Shoals, Laurens County, South Carolina, at age 23.¹ She was buried at Henderson Baptist Church Cemetery, Gray Court, Laurens County, South Carolina.¹