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Joyce Lee Hunter

Joyce Lee Hunter, 76, of Chester, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center, surrounded by the love of her family. Services will be held at 1:00pm, Thursday, October 1, 2026 at Barron Funeral Home with Rev. Keith Hinson officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00pm to 1:00pm at Barron Funeral Home. Born to the late Donald Pearson and Porah Pearson, Joyce was a woman whose life was defined by love, loyalty, honesty, and...

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Did you know that choosing cremation doesn't mean you have to skip a funeral service?

Many families don't realize that a traditional funeral, visitation, or memorial gathering can still be part of their arrangements when choosing cremation.

There is no single way to honor a loved one, and understanding your options can help you make decisions that feel right for your family.

Have questions about cremation? Our team is always here to help. Call (803) 385-2119 or visit our Cremation Services page under Services on https://www.barronfuneralhome.com to learn more.

Robert Brent Rawls

Robert Brent Rawls, 59, died Wednesday, September 23, 2026. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 12:00pm to 6:00pm, Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Roberts Home, 657 Gregory Rd, Chester, SC. Born April 6, 1967 in Spartanburg, SC, he was the son of the late Norma Wiley Rawls and David Rawls. Robert was many things to many people, a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, friend, mentor but above all a man who had a way of making...

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Some of the best advice stays with us long after it’s first shared.

What’s one piece of advice from a loved one that has always stayed with you?

Share it with us in the comments. You never know who else may need to hear it today.

Have you ever wondered why the American flag is folded into a triangle at a veteran's funeral?

During military funeral honors, the burial flag is traditionally folded 13 times until only the blue field and stars remains visible. The finished triangular shape is said to resemble the three-cornered hats worn during America's early history.

The folded flag is then presented to the veteran's family as a lasting symbol of their loved one's service to our country.

For questions about military funeral honors or planning services for a veteran, give us a call at (803) 385-2119 or visit our Veteran Services page https://www.barronfuneralhome.com.

Martha Joyce Nichols Gardner

Mrs. Martha Joyce Nichols Gardner, 96, died Friday, September 18, 2026 at her home. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Old Purity Cemetery with Rev. Michael Shaffer officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the graveside. Mrs. Gradner was born July 30, 1930 in Chester, SC and was the daughter of the late Henry O. Nichols, Sr and Lerline Copeland Nichols. She was a graduate of Chester High...

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Emily Dianne Welchel Jordan

Dianne Welchel Jordan, 78, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at her home in Chester. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Chester Freedom Ministries with Reverend Steve Bishop and Reverend Bill Stallings officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Chester Freedom Ministries from 2:00-3:00 on Sunday, September 20, 2026, prior to the service. All other times they will receive family and friends at the home...

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Every family deserves the time and attention they need when making funeral arrangements. We're here to listen, guide you through each decision, and honor what matters most to you.

If you need support or have questions, give us a call at (803) 385-2119 or visit https://www.barronfuneralhome.com. We're always here to help.

Joe David Giltner

Joe David Giltner, 82, of Flat Rock, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2026, with Linda Weir Giltner, his loving wife of 30 years, by his side. Despite living with Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia, Joe retained his gentle southern charm and jovial spirit. Family and friends were with him every step of the way, and he had an endless supply of smiles and dance moves for each one of them. Joe’s light shines on through the many lives...

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