Barbara Green McElveen
Apr 19, 2026
Barbara Green McElveen, 84, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Born in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late A. Barney Green and the late Ethel Faircloth Green.
Barbara graduated from McClenaghan High School in 1959. She furthered her education through the Institute of Financial Education, the Consumer Lending Schools in Columbia, South Carolina,...
Frances McGee McLaughlin
Apr 18, 2026
Frances McGee McLaughlin, 84, entered into rest on Saturday, April 18, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born in Florence, SC, she was a daughter of the late Clyde McGee and the late Mattie Smith McGee.
She was a charter member of Unity Christian Fellowship Church. Frances was a devoted Christian and mother to her girls. She dedicated herself to serving the...
Charles Spencer Strother
Apr 16, 2026
Charles Spencer Strother, 83, went to his heavenly home on April 16, 2026, after an illness.
Born in the Sardis Community of Florence County, Charles was born to the late Curtis and Miriam Hatchell Strother. He was a family man, married to Victoria "Vicki" Carter Strother for more than 60 years. Charles worked as a Plant Manager for Bell South until...
Glenn Carlton McKay Sr.
Apr 15, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Glenn Carlton McKay Sr., who departed this life on Wednesday, April 15th, 2026, at the age of 74.
Born in Florence County, SC, Glenn was the son of the late LaVern Dozier and Louise Smith McKay. He lived a life full of love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to his family....
Jaime Lyn Atkinson
Apr 14, 2026
Jaime Lyn Atkinson, born on January 29, 1975 in Florence, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
Jaime Lyn was a talented hair dresser and make-up artist who started her journey in beauty at cosmetology school. She was known for ambitious pursuits and adventures.
Jaime Lyn is survived by her mother, Jerra Moore Gaskins; her father, Clarence Lee Atkinson, III...
Walker Scott Watts
Apr 12, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that the Watts family announce the passing of Walker Scott Watts, 31. Mr. Watts passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026.Born in Florence, SC, he was the son of Larue Randall Watts and the late Charlotte L. Smith. Walker enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, and fishing. He was an excellent mechanic and spent a lot of...
Sherwood R. Gray
Apr 11, 2026
Sherwood Ray Gray, 90, entered into rest on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Born in Lake City SC, he was the son of the late Sam Clyde Gray and the late Gracie Gaskins Gray.
He served in the United States Air Force where he was a member of the Strategic Air Command. He attended First Free Will Baptist Church. Sherwood retired from...
Donna Collins Hill
Apr 9, 2026
Donna Collins Hill, 75, entered into rest on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Born in Horry County SC, she was the daughter of the late John Elbert Collins and the late Joyce Todd Collins.
Donna was a hairdresser for 30 years until her retirement. After retirement, she enjoyed crafts, painting, riding motorcycles and boating. One of her favorite things was riding on...
Eugene Lee
Apr 7, 2026
Eugene Lee, 81, of Timmonsville, South Carolina, passed away on April 7, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born on December 27, 1944, he was the son of Darby and Leola Lee and grew up in Timmonsville, where he formed the foundation of faith, family, and hard work that guided his life. He graduated from Southside High School in 1963.
Eugene dedicated...
Donald Hancock
Apr 4, 2026
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mr. Donald (Don) Hancock, at the age of 79. He left this earth on Saturday, April 4, 2026, while surrounded by his family that loves him dearly.
Don was born on April 11,1946 in Florence, SC. He was a son of the late Tracy and Frances Stokes Hancock.
In Don's younger years,...
Daniel Patrick Martin
Apr 2, 2026
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Daniel Patrick Martin, 64, a gentle soul whose enduring spirit touched many lives.
Danny was born at St Eugene Hospital in Dillon, SC on July 25, 1961, to Herbert V. Martin, Sr and Mae Boatwright Martin. Danny was a devout Christian and spent hours studying scripture and shared his faith...
Marjorie "Laney" Forde Rush
Mar 31, 2026
Marjorie "Laney" Forde Rush, 74, entered into rest on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Florence SC, she was the daughter of the late William Leonard Forde and the late Sarah Frances Caulder Forde.
She loved flowers and was a florist for many years. She adored her grandchildren and will be missed dearly.
Surviving are...
Donna Thomas Ashley
Mar 30, 2026
Donna Thomas Ashley, 71, entered into rest on Monday, March 30, 2026. Born in Barnwell SC, she was a daughter of the late Marvin Thomas and Ila Zuline Alsbrooks Thomas.
Surviving are daughters, April Jones (Todd), Cassidy Welch, Tracy Preece (Charles); grandchildren, Baylea Ashley-Hewitt, Houston Welch, Isla Jones, Rhett Jones, Gracyn Jones; sister, Vonnie McKenzie; special loved ones, Sabrina Wallace, Elena...
Gene Marsh
Mar 28, 2026
Harold "Gene" Marsh, 90, entered into rest on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Born in Buckhannon WV, he was the son of the late Harold O. Marsh and the late Gail Arbogast Marsh Bennett. He was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. Harold was also a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Darlington Moose Lodge #565. He was...
Milton Anderson
Mar 22, 2026
Mr. Hubert "Milton" Anderson, 68, entered into rest on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at his home.
Born in Florence, SC, he was the son of the late Hubert "Bun" and Bobbie Lou Thomlinson Anderson. Milton was a man whose life was deeply rooted in music, with a remarkable knowledge of artists and a passion that could be felt by everyone around...
Kenneth Hill Brown
Mar 21, 2026
Mr. Kenneth Hill Brown, 90, entered into rest on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Born in Spartanburg County, SC, he was a son of the late Fred and Venity Hammett Brown. Ken was a wonderful husband and was known for being a kind and loving man. He enjoyed fishing and boating, especially going to Santee. He also loved to spend time with...
Harrel Anderson Jordan
Mar 20, 2026
Harrel Anderson Jordan, precious husband to Betty Jo, Dad to Crystal (Chad) and Andy (Lauren), and Pops to Anderson, Georgianna and Bentley, passed away Friday, March 20, 2026. He was 77.
Harrel was born in the Lake Swamp area of Timmonsville, SC, the son of the late Jesse and Hannah Anderson Jordan. As a child he grew up in Lake Swamp...
David Pierce
Mar 14, 2026
David Larry Pierce, 81, of Timmonsville went peacefully to his heavenly home on March 14, 2026.A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, March 17 at 4 pm at Sparrow Swamp Baptist Church Cemetery in Timmonsville.Born in Florence county, he was the son of the late John & Effie Pierce.He graduated from Timmonsville High School and then FDTC. After graduating,...
Helen Florence Araujo
Mar 12, 2026
Helen Florence Stewart Araujo, 97, of Florence, SC, entered into her heavenly rest on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Born in High Point, NC, she was a daughter of the late Hubert Calvin Stewart and the late Nellie Leonard Stewart. She was raised on a farm and lived through the Great Depression. Following her graduation from High Point Hospital School of Nursing,...
Toufic Michael Shia, II
Mar 12, 2026
A graveside service for Mr. Toufic Michael Shia, II, 76, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026, in Mt. Hope Cemetery. The Rev. Larry Sanders will officiate.
Mr. Shia entered into rest on Thursday, March 12,2026. Born in Florence, SC, he was a son of the late William and Eva Dukes Shia. He lived life to the...
