Stevenson Ralph Moody
Apr 3, 2025
Stevenson "Steve" R. Moody, 82, passed away at his home on Thursday, April 3, 2025.
Funeral services will be Monday, April 7, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at Layton-Anderson Funeral Home Chapel. There will be a private burial at Lake Swamp Cemetery. The family will receive family and friends beginning at 2:00 p.m. before the service at the...
Howell Bryant Anderson
Apr 3, 2025
Howell Bryant Anderson, 80, "retired" on Thursday, April 3, 2025 and went home to be with his Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. When asked over the years about his plans for retirement, he confidently replied "I'll retire three days before my funeral".
Funeral services will be held at Lake Swamp Baptist Church on Sunday, April 6, 2025...
Ray A. (Sr) Hyer
Mar 29, 2025
Ray A. Hyer, Sr, 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday afternoon March 29, 2025 in the presence of his loving family.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Southside Baptist Church, Florence, SC. Burial will follow at the Florence National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. The family will have a time of visitation...
Cleta Joyce Harrelson
Mar 28, 2025
Cleta Joyce Harrelson, 83, left this earthly home on Friday morning, March 28, 2025.
Funeral services will be Monday, March 31, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel at Layton-Anderson Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. before the service at the Funeral Home. Burial will be held on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 11:00 a.m....
Betty J Ranson
Mar 23, 2025
Betty Jane Ranson, 92, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, while surrounded by her three sons. Betty Jane, known by many as "BJ" was the daughter of the late Gladwyn and Margaret Edwards Mothershead, of King George, Virginia. Betty was a graduate of the University of Virginia, receiving her degree in Nursing. She was married to the late...
Joan Floyd Strickland
Mar 22, 2025
Joan Floyd Strickland passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on March 22, 2025.
Born on July 18, 1937, in Mullins, SC, Joan was the cherished daughter of Zetha and Edward Floyd. She enjoyed a fulfilling career with Union Carbide and later continued her professional journey with ESAB Welding until her retirement. After retiring, she enjoyed...
Suzanne Lloyd Livingston
Mar 17, 2025
Suzanne Carol Lloyd Livingston, 72, of Florence, South Carolina, passed away on March 17, 2025. Born on October 25, 1952, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Suzanne was the beloved daughter of James Hugh Lloyd and Arminta Kiser Lloyd.
Suzanne will be remembered for her unwavering faith in Christ, her infectious humor, and her constant willingness to help others....
Woodrow "Woody" M Ward
Mar 17, 2025
Woodrow M. Ward , 65, also known as "Woody", passed away on Monday evening, March 17, 2025 in a local hospital.
Woody was born in Summerville, SC, the son of the late John Keener, Sr and Betty Jo McElveen Ward. He served as a member of the US Naval Reserve. Before retiring, he worked at Fiber Industries...
Rev. Charlie Henry Rabon
Mar 13, 2025
Charlie Rabon – On Thursday, March 13th, 2025, Charlie Henry Rabon Sr, 82, finished his work here on earth and is now rejoicing with the Lord in his Heavenly home.
Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday, March 17th, 2025 inside the mausoleum at Florence Memorial Gardens. Services will start at 3:00 p.m. with...
Brayden Todd Hatchell
Mar 12, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of Brayden Todd "Bubba" Hatchell, who left this world on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Brayden was a vibrant, joyful spirit whose presence will be profoundly missed by all who knew him.
A celebration of Brayden's life will be held on Saturday, March 22,...
Ernest Morris
Mar 11, 2025
Ernest Morris, 79, passed away on Tuesday evening, March 11, 2025 after an illness.
Funeral services will be Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Sparrow Swamp Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive family and friends before the service at the church beginning at 12:00 noon.
Mr....
Brenda (Truett) Russ
Mar 11, 2025
Brenda Truett Russ,78, of Florence went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, March 11. She was a loving wife, mom, grandma, and great-grandma. She spent her days loving and taking care of her family.
A graveside memorial service will be held at Florence Memorial Gardens on Saturday, March 15 at 3:30pm.
Born in Darlington county,...
Maxie Turner
Mar 8, 2025
Maxie O. Turner, 86, passed away on Saturday afternoon at the Veterans Village in Florence, SC.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Palmetto Street Church of God. Burial will follow at Florence Memorial Gardens. The family will have a time of visitation Monday evening, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at Layton-Anderson Funeral...
Woodrow "Kenny" Kirby
Mar 4, 2025
Woodrow E. "Kenny" Kirby, 66, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, March 4, 2025 from an illness.
A funeral service with visitation will be Friday afternoon, March 7, 2025. Visitation begins at 2:00 p.m. before the service. The service will begin at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home, 4210 W. Palmetto Street, Florence.
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Nellie Walters
Mar 4, 2025
Nellie Cramer Walters, 84, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at her residence.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 7, 2025 in the chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home with visitation at the funeral home beginning at 10:00 a.m. before the service. A private interment will be held in the Peniel Baptist Church...
Sylvia Skinner
Feb 27, 2025
Sylvia Skinner, 71, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.
Funeral services will be Monday, March 3, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Cornerstone Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Mt Hope Cemetery, Florence, SC. The family will have a time of visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. before the service at the church.
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Emma Jean Skinner
Feb 27, 2025
Emma Hill Skinner, 91, of Florence passed away in the early hours of Thursday morning Feb. 27, 2025. Funeral services will be Sunday afternoon March 2, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home. The family will receive family and friends beginning at 2:00 before the service at the funeral home. A private burial will take...
Darian Roy Mcwhite
Feb 23, 2025
Darian Roy McWhite, 84, passed away peacefully on February 23,2025 after a long illness.
Darian is survived by his wife, Linda Gray McWhite; his three children, Beth (Hampton) Snowden, Karian (Johnny) Griggs, Kris McWhite; his grandchildren, Sam (Katherine) Snowden, John (Lauren) Snowden, Kara (Dennis) Nutter, Karlyn Griggs, Katherine Griggs; five great-grandchildren and brother-in-law, Harry Bonnoitt. He is...
Harold Duke
Feb 18, 2025
Thomas Harold "Hawk" Duke, 78 of Timmonsville, SC Thomas Harold Duke, known to friends as "Hawk," passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
Harold was born in Greeleyville, SC, to the late Thomas Harrison and Catherine Smith Duke. A proud patriot, he honorably served his country as a member of the...
Virginia Steenrod Eskew
Feb 18, 2025
Virginia Steenrod Eskew, 76, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 18, in a Columbia hospital.
Virginia was born in Shelby, Ohio, the daughter of the late Robert Wilson and Betty Jane Byrd Steenrod. She served her country in the US Army. After a honorable discharge from the service, she began working with La Z-Boy of Florence. She was...
