Carol Bates Harrison Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Carol Bates Harrison of Travelers Rest, South Carolina, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 5, 2025 at the age of 82. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband William O. Harrison; and her parents, Cicero Jefferson, Sr. and Florrie Mae Joyner Bates. She is survived by: her children, William "Billy" Harrison and Mary Elizabeth Rucci (Robert); her siblings, Cicero Jefferson "Jeff" Bates, Jr. and Sandra "Rose" Shannon (John); her grandchildren, Coleman Rucci, Riley Rucci (Mackenzie) and Avery Rucci; and her great grandchild Kynlee Rucci.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 13th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Upcountry Church (15 Renfrew Ave, Travelers Rest, SC 29690). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 13th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, December 13th 2025 at the Greenville Memorial Gardens (7784 Augusta Rd, Piedmont, SC 29673).
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Upcountry Church, 15 Renfrew Avenue Travelers Rest, SC 29690.
