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Wendell Brockman Obituary

Wendell Kent Brockman, Sr., 100, husband of the late Ruth Jones Brockman, passed away March 2, 2026.

A native of Greer, son of the late John Belton Brockman, Sr. and Mayme Catherine Bearden Brockman, he was a farmer and a member of Abner Creek Baptist Church.

Surviving are three children, Ruth Elaine Brockman of Greenville, Jane Brockman Zollinger (Markus) of Duncan, and Wendell Kent Brockman, Jr. (Rita) of Greer; six grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren.

Mr. Brockman was predeceased by a brother, John B. Brockman, Jr., and a sister, Kathleen Brockman Kimbrell.

A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Abner Creek Baptist Church Cemetery conducted by Rev. Donald Thomas and Rev. Vernon Thornhill.

Visitation will be held after the service at the gravesite.

The family will be at their respective homes.

Memorials may be made to Abner Creek Baptist Church General Fund, 2461 Abner Creek Road, Greer, South Carolina 29651.

Online condolences may be made to www.thewoodmortuary.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Post and Courier - Greenville on Mar. 3, 2026.

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Susan Jones

March 5, 2026

Uncle Kent lived a long life, and I know Wendell really helped him in his last years.
I am so sorry I cannot attend his funeral, but just know I send my love to all!
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Diane Wilhelm

March 3, 2026

It is a very sad day for the family. May God bless you all with wonderful memories.

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