Obituary Listing

Dec 27, 2023

Timmonsville, SC – Frances Hill McKay, 90, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ,  in the early morning hours of Wednesday Dec. 27, 2023.

Funeral services will be Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at Peniel Baptist Church in Timmonsville, SC.  She will be buried in the church cemetery next to her...

Dec 21, 2023

J. Dennis Norman, 79, of Florence, SC, died after a prolonged struggle with aphasia and dementia on December 21st at McLeod Hospice House in Florence.

Dennis, the son of John and Jeanne Norman of Ossining, NY, was born with strong determination and a curious mind. He was compelled to continually challenge himself, seeking opportunities to learn new...

Dec 10, 2023

Jasper Randy Lynch, 74, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023 after an illness.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.  Burial will follow in Salem United Methodist Church Cemetery, Timmonsville.  The family will have a time of visitation beginning at 2:00 before the service.

Randy was...

Dec 9, 2023

Annie Ruth Lee Ward, 90, was surrounded by her loving family on Saturday evening Dec. 9, 2023 and slipped away peacefully  into the arms of her Lord and Savior.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Bay Branch Free Will Baptist  Church.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  The family will...

Dec 4, 2023

Kathy Jenice Morris, 54, went to her heavenly home on Monday evening Dec. 4, 2023.

Graveside services will be Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Matthews Cemetery in Coward.  Family and friends are invited to the home on Jordan Circle after the service for visitation.

Kathy was born in Florence, SC, the daughter...

Dec 3, 2023

Florence, SC – Michael Vernon Leviner, 76, went peacefully to his heavenly home on Sunday evening, Dec. 3, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral services will be Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church.  Entombment will follow at Florence Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive visitors from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m....

Dec 2, 2023

James deKoster, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on December 2, 2023. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home, Florence, SC.

Born on July 8, 1981, James left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew him. He...

Dec 1, 2023

Greg Calder, 53, passed away on Dec. 1, 2023 in a local hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, Dec 5, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at Hoffmeyer Road Baptist Church, Florence.  Burial will follow at Florence Memorial Gardens. The family will receive visitors beginning at 2:00 p.m. at the church.

Mr....

Nov 15, 2023

Timothy Amerson, 42, of Indian Trail, North Carolina, formerly of Timmonsville, departed this earthly life on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer.

A memorial service will be Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.  The family will speak to those attending after the service.

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Nov 14, 2023

Judy Gore Sereg, 75, passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023.

A memorial service will be Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.  The family will speak to those attending after the service.

Ms. Sereg was born in Marion County, the daughter of the...

Nov 9, 2023

Florence, SC – James Troy Bramlett, 76, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral services will be Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral  Home.  Burial will follow at Byrd Cemetery, Timmonsville. The family will have a time of visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. before...

Nov 8, 2023

Reverend Robert "Bob" L. Thomas Sr. went home to be with his Lord and Savior Wednesday November 8, 2023, at McLeod Hospice House after a short illness.

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 12, at Calvary Baptist Church; the family will receive friends following the service.

Bob was born...

Nov 5, 2023

Lynchburg, SC - William D. "Billy" Atkinson, Sr. 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023 in a local hospice facility.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Lynchburg, SC.  Burial will follow in the Church cemetery.  The family will speak to those attending beginning at ...

Oct 24, 2023

Angela T. Matthews

Florence, SC – Angela Yvonne Turbeville Matthews, 59, passed into her eternal life on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023 at the Hospice House in Florence.

Funeral services will be Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023 at 12:00 noon at Florence Baptist Temple.  Entombment will follow at Florence Memorial Gardens.  The family will greet visitors at...

Oct 24, 2023

Florence, SC – John W. Kincaid, 77, passed away in the early morning on Tuesday Oct. 24, 2023 after an illness.

A memorial service will be Friday, Oct. 27, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.  The family will have a time to visit after the service.

Mr. Kincaid was born in Boise, Idaho,...

Oct 22, 2023

Timmonsville, SC- Juliette "Totsie" Dabney Joye, 90 went peacefully to her heavenly home, Sunday evening Oct. 22, 2023.

Funeral services will be Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 at 12:00 Noon at South Florence Baptist Church.  Entombment will follow the service.  The family will speak to visitors beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the church.

"Totsie" as she...

Oct 20, 2023

Pamplico, SC – Elizabeth F. Bruce, 70, passed away peacefully in the early morning of  Friday, Oct. 20, 2023.

Funeral services will be Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023 at 3:00 p.m., in the chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Woodside Cemetery in Pamplico.  A time of visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m. before the service....

Oct 14, 2023

Blythewood, SC – Rodney "Landon" Weaver, 45, formerly of Lamar, SC passed away on Saturday Oct. 14, 2023.

Graveside services will be at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023 at Lake Swamp Baptist Cemetery, Timmonsville, SC.

Landon was born in Florence, SC, the son of Rebecca "Becky" Andrews Weaver and the late Rodney Darrell Weaver. ...

Oct 14, 2023

Florence, SC – Derrell Benjamin Matthews, 75, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023 after an illness in a local hospital facility.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Layton-Anderson Funeral Home. Florence. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon before the service at the Funeral Home.  A private burial will be at...

Oct 12, 2023

Timmonsville, SC – Rose Jordan Perkins, 82, went peacefully to her heavenly home on Thursday evening, Oct. 12, 2023.

Funeral services will be Sunday, Oct 15, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at Lake Swamp Baptist Church, Timmonsville.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the church prior to the service, beginning at...