Myrtle C. Johnson
Aug 16, 2026
Timmonsville - Myrtle C. Johnson, 76, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2026.
Born in Florence, she was the daughter of Jack and Lena Cook Curry. She was the widow of Jerrold Ray Johnson, Sr.
Myrtle retired from La-Z-Boy in Florence after many years of service. She was a member of New Hope Christian Church.
Surviving are two sons, Brian Scott Johnson, and Jerrold...
Rebecca G. White
Aug 14, 2026
Rebecca G. White, 72, of Timmonsville, SC, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, August 14, 2026.
Born on November 28, 1953, in Florence, SC, she was the daughter of the late Edwin Ernest Gennette, Sr. and the late Mary Dorothy Huntley Gennette.
Rebecca graduated from McClenaghan High School in Florence, SC, as a member of the Class of 1972.
Rebecca was...
Wilbur Alexander Cole, Sr.
Aug 8, 2026
Wilbur Alexander Cole, Sr., 76, entered into rest on Saturday, August 8, 2026. Born in Florence County SC, he was a son of the late Lavelle David Cole and the late Esther Carraway Cole.
He was an active member of Elim Baptist Church. He was a natural athlete and played all the sports at Southside High School and Timmonsville American Legion....
Ronald Lee Strother
Aug 6, 2026
Ronald Lee "Ron" Strother, 78, entered into rest on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Born in Florence County SC , he was the son of the late Curtis Evander Strother and the late Miriam Hatchell Strother.
He was a longtime member of Sardis Baptist Church. Ron served in the United State Air Force and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He...
Charles Edward Grooms
Aug 4, 2026
Florence, SC - Charles Edward Grooms, of Florence, passed away on Tuesday, August 4th, 2026, at the age of 90, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Bamberg, he was the son of the late Hebron and Eva Boyd Grooms.
Charles proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps, where he exemplified the values of honor,...
Joyce Coker Weaver
Jul 30, 2026
Joyce Coker Weaver, 71, entered into rest on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Born in Florence County, SC , she was a daughter of the late Lewis Ray Coker and the late Pearleen Green Coker Canady.
Surviving are her daughter, Jennifer Kincaid (Chris); grandchildren, Jaylee Kincaid, Fynlee Kincaid; brothers, Phil Coker, Jerry Coker, Lavelle Canady; sister, Frances Canady; beloved fur friend, Minee.
In...
V. J. Thompson
Jul 24, 2026
V.J. Thompson, 70, of Florence, South Carolina, entered eternal life on July 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on December 24, 1955, in Florence County, South Carolina, V.J. was the beloved son of the late Vonnie and Betty Thompson. He was raised in Berkeley County and later made Florence his home, where he became a well-known and respected member...
Doris D. Hayes
Jul 19, 2026
Doris D. Hayes, 88, entered into rest on Sunday, July 19, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born in Florence, SC, she was a daughter of the late Raymond Rollins Dairty and the late Alma Conyers Dairty.
She attended St. Matthew Christian Church. Doris retired from Southern Office Supply in Hartsville after many years of service. She was a member of the...
Amy Lee Rutledge
Jul 16, 2026
Amy Lee Rutledge, 73, entered into rest on Thursday, July 16, 2026. Born in Virginia, she was a daughter of the late Charles Lee Wyatt and the late Nellie Jane Wright.
Left to cherish her memory are her, daughter, Lisa Maria Bradley; brother, Samuel Wyatt; sisters, Rita Barksdale, Dot Watford; grandchildren, Andrew Bradley (Tara); great-grandchildren, Reynolds Bradley and Hudson Bradley.
In addition...
George "Robin" Plummer
Jul 13, 2026
George “Robin” Plummer, 85, entered into rest on Monday, July 13, 2026. He was born in Darlington County, SC, to the late Woodrow Wilson Plummer and the late Sammie Morrell Plummer.
Robin was a farmer, a husband, a father, a “Poppa,” and most importantly, a believer. He was a member of Lake Swamp Baptist Church.
He was a self-taught Horticulturist and spent...
Michele Lynn Mount
Jul 4, 2026
Michele Lynn Mount, 51, entered into rest on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Born in Poughkeepsie NY, she was the daughter of the late Kevin Patrick Mount and Donna DeLucca Mount.Michele was an avid fan of rock music with Def Leppard being her favorite band of choice. She saw the band perform over 20 times. She enjoyed watching the NJ Jets...
William Nelson Brown, Jr.
Jul 3, 2026
William Nelson Brown Jr (Bill), who was currently residing in Powdersville, SC, joined our Lord and Savior on 7/3/2026.
Born on July 26, 1946, in Florence, South Carolina, he was the son of the late William Nelson Brown, Sr., and Lucille Edgerton Brown; and the brother of the late Irene Martin.
Bill is survived by his three loving children, Michael Scott Brown...
Robert Frank McLaughlin
Jun 30, 2026
Robert "Frank" McLaughlin, 73, entered into rest on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Born in Florence SC, he was a son of the late Robert Benjamin McLaughlin and the late Virginia Langston Broadbelt.
Frank was a devoted member of Lake Swamp Baptist Church, where he attended with steadfast faith. A hardworking provider, Frank retired after dedicating many years to DuPont and operating...
Judith "Judy" Powers Walters
Jun 30, 2026
Judith “Judy” Powers Walters, 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at The Manor of Florence, South Carolina.
She was born on January 21, 1935, to the late Rev. Fred S. Powers and the late Katherine Hicks Powers. She was a graduate of Winthrop College.
Mrs. Walters worked for Florence County School District One, McLeod Regional Medical Center, and managed...
Betty Lou Compton Weatherford
Jun 26, 2026
Betty Lou Compton Weatherford, 84, entered into rest on Friday, June 26, 2026. Born in Timmonsville SC, she was a daughter of the late Clyde E Compton and the late Hazel Ann Hewitt Compton.Betty was a member of High Hill Baptist Church. She was the owner/operator of Five Points Beauty Salon for over 40 years. She also worked with Florence...
Martha Turbeville Clarke
Jun 25, 2026
Martha Turbeville Clarke, 79, entered into rest on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Born in Sumter, SC, she was the daughter of the late Frances Warren Turbeville and the late Mamie Rae Hollman Turbeville.
Martha found joy in the simple blessings of life. She loved spending time in her garden, carefully tending to her prized tomatoes and beautiful roses, which flourished under...
Mary Frances Webster
Jun 20, 2026
Mary Frances Webster, 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 20, 2026, after an extended illness.
Born and raised in the Trinity community of Sumter County, Mary Frances spent her life bringing joy to those around her. She was known for her infectious laugh, warm smile, and kind heart. Compassionate, caring, and full of life, she never met a stranger and...
Sharon Wilkes-Wise
Jun 14, 2026
Lillian Sharon Wilkes-Wise, 79, entered into rest on Sunday, June 14, 2026. Born in Columbia SC, she was a daughter of the late Charles Wilkes and the late Helen Barker Wilkes.
Sharon was a woman of deep faith who loved God and her church. She enjoyed singing in the choir and she also enjoyed the outdoors. She will be missed dearly.
Surviving...
Noah Alexander Goins
Jun 13, 2026
With deep love, the family of Noah Alexander Goins announces his unexpected passing on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the age of 22. He was born on November 24, 2003, in Lexington, KY.
Noah graduated from West Florence High School and served his community as a Junior Firefighter with the West Florence Fire Department. Noah had a love for fencing from...
Elaine Moseley Beasley
Jun 11, 2026
Elaine Moseley Beasley, 91, entered into rest on Thursday, June 11, 2026. Born in Kershaw County SC , she was a daughter of the late Claude Moseley and the late Louise Smith Mosley.
Elaine was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Lynchburg, South Carolina. She devoted many years of service as a nursing assistant at Florence General Hospital before...
