Obituary Listing

Dec 10, 2025

Summerton, SC - Elaine Pierce Sandusky, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

Born in Florence, Elaine was the daughter of the late James Allen and Emily McLaughlin Pierce.

Elaine was the widow of the late William Sandusky and she was a homemaker

Surviving are: her brother, Ronald Allen Pierce (Deborah); two sisters,...

Dec 9, 2025

Patricia Watford Beasley, 87, entered into rest peacefully on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

Patricia was born in Timmonsville, SC to the late Heyward B. and Sarah Langston Watford.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ulysses Moultrie Beasley and her nephew, Todd Watford. She enjoyed spending time with her...

Dec 7, 2025

Mr. Cornie Lee Sweatt, 57, entered into rest on Sunday, December 7, 2025.

Born in Gaffney, South Carolina, he was the son of William T. Sweatt and the late Elizabeth Norris Sweatt. He proudly served his country as a military veteran, beginning with four years in the United States Navy as a sonar technician aboard the USS ...

Dec 3, 2025

Los servicios en la tumba para Ian Chonchoa Gilbon se llevarán a cabo a las 3:00 p.m. el lunes 8 de diciembre de 2025, en Florence Memorial Gardens, con el padre Sylbère Baloza oficiando. Ian descansó en paz el miércoles 3 de diciembre de 2025.

Era el hijo bebé de Ricarda A. Gilbon - Pimental y Marcelino...

Nov 30, 2025

Bentley Anderson Jordan, 13, a beloved son, passed away on Monday, November 17th, 2025. He was born on Wednesday, July 18th, 2012, in Florence, SC.

Teens are a special breed. They're inquisitive, impulsive, fun, funny, smart, thirsty to learn. Our teen was all of those things, but so much more. He was courteous, a trait almost lost...

Nov 28, 2025

Mr. Danny Lee Haithcock, 80, entered into rest on Friday, November 28, 2025. Born in Florence County, SC, he was a son of the late Delton Leary Haithcock and the late Elouise Jackson Sauls.

Danny served in the United States Marine Corps and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was fireman with the City of...

Nov 27, 2025

Mr. Richard Paul Morin, 57, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in Florence, SC. He was born in Boston, MA to the late Oliver Robert Morin and Lois Mildred Haynes Morin.

His years in the U.S. Air Force shaped a life marked by integrity, leadership, and service. Professionally, he enjoyed a fulfilling career and took special...

Nov 26, 2025

Mr. Robert E. Kirven, Sr, 82, entered into rest on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Born in Darlington County, SC, he was a son of the late Reese Otto Kirven and the late Fannie Bell Holloway Kirven. He was the owner and operator of Superior Business Machines which he operated until his retirement.

He is survived by his...

Nov 25, 2025

Mary Eileene Singletary Thomas, 84, entered into rest peacefully on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Eileene was born in Florence, SC to the late Fenrick R. and Myrtle Kea Singletary. She faithfully attended church and was a teacher for many years. Her faith in God was strong, and she loved to play piano at...

Nov 25, 2025

Douglas Wayne Singleton, 83, of Timmonsville, SC, peacefully passed away on November 25, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on July 3, 1942, in Conway, SC, Wayne lived a life marked by hard work, quiet strength, and a deep devotion to the people he loved. Wayne is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Linda...

Nov 25, 2025

Jimmy Ray Lynch, 50, of Coward, SC, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

Jimmy Ray Lynch was born to Multer and Susie Lynch of Effingham.

An adored son, father, papa, brother, nephew, business partner, and friends to more folks than we could ever list. Not perfect but so loving and kind when it came to...

Nov 25, 2025

Mrs. Rose Mary Llewellyn Lane, 64, entered into rest on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at her home.

Born in Florence SC, she was a daughter of Ruby Sanders Teal and the late Arthur Jerry Llewellyn. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who will be missed dearly.

Funeral services to honor Rose's...

Nov 22, 2025

Mildred Hanczaryk, age 96, widow of Andrew Hanczaryk, died November 22, 2025. Mildred was born May 21,1929 in the Pleasant Grove area of Sumter County, South Carolina, a daughter of Cecil and Ada Phillips, both deceased. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, in Florence Memorial Gardens, Florence, South Carolina.

Mildred...

Nov 20, 2025

Margaret Jackson peacefully departed this life at the age of 97 on Thursday, November 20th, 2025.

To celebrate Margaret's life, a memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 5th, 2025, in the Chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home, Florence, South Carolina.

Nov 19, 2025

Betty Campbell David, 81, entered into rest on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Born in Florence County, SC, she was a daughter of the late Melvin Reese Campbell, Sr. and the late Alberta Amerson Campbell.

Betty graduated from Betty Stevens Cosmetology Institute and was a cosmetologist for many years. She loved to spend time outside gardening and had...

Nov 17, 2025

Mr. Carl Lucian Poston, Jr., 92, entered into rest on Monday, November 17, 2025.  Born in Florence County, SC, he was a son of the late Carl L. Poston, Sr. and the late Jessie Mae Haynes Poston.

Carl attended the University of South Carolina. He served in the United States Army and was a veteran of the...

Nov 17, 2025

Debbie Ann Scott, 59, entered into rest on Monday, November 17, 2025. She was born on June 19, 1966, at Southeastern General Hospital in Lumberton, North Carolina.

Debbie lived a life marked by kindness, quiet strength, and a deep love for her family. She was the beloved oldest of four children born to Bobby and Joyce Hunt,...

Nov 14, 2025

Shirley Ann Barrier,79, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 14th, 2025.

No formal plans at this time.

Nov 12, 2025

Mr. Franklin Douglas Player, 83, entered into rest on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

Born in Florence, SC, he was a son of the late Cameron Player and the late Beulah Miller Saleeby. He served in the United States Army. Mr. Player was a talented mechanic and was the owner and operator of Player's Garage and Body Shop....

Nov 11, 2025

Miss Adalynn Nicole Jordan, 10, entered into rest on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

A funeral service to honor her life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 17, 2025, in the chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home. The Rev. Mac Atkinson will officiate with burial to follow in Florence Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends...