studies in gerontology at North Texas State University

Rev. Daniel Ellis Compton, 87, died peacefully on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at the Hospice House of Laurens County. A native of Greenwood, S.C., he was predeceased by his parents, John DeVore and Lassie H. Compton and his sister, Sandra Marlene Compton. Surviving are his adopted son, Dr. Justin K. McAlister (Brandy); his brother, Dr.…