Obituary Listing

Apr 29, 2025

Gerald "Jerry" O'Neal Kennedy, 85, completed this earthly journey on Tuesday evening, April 29, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

Graveside services will be Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at New Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery, New Zion.  The family will have a time of visitation Friday evening, May 2, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00...

Apr 28, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Morghan Noel Gore, 30, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident, Monday, April 28, 2025.

Morghan was born in Norfolk, Virginia and raised in Florence, South Carolina. While Morghan left us far too soon, the impact she left will be felt for many years to come. She had a...

Apr 27, 2025

Cynthia "Cindy" Walker Martin, 61, of Lamar completed her earthly chapter on Sunday, April 27, 2025 and began her new journey.

Graveside services will be at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 30th in Walker Cemetery, 4702 Mitch Lane, Timmonsville, SC. The family will have a time of visitation  beginning at 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Layton-Anderson Funeral...

Apr 18, 2025

Brenda Whisnant Jones, 81, passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, Apil 18, 2025.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel at Florence Memorial Gardens.  The family will speak to those attending after the service.

Born in Hickory, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late...

Apr 17, 2025

Joshua Andrew Jeffords, 33, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Graveside services will be Friday, April 25, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. at Peniel Baptist Church Cemetery.  The family will have a time of visitation beginning at 12:00 to 1:00 at Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.

Joshua was born in Florence, SC, the son of Thomas Anthony...

Apr 16, 2025

Cindy Bell Welch, 48, of Timmonsville, passed away on Wednesday April 16, 2025 at her residence.

Graveside services will be Monday, April 21, 2025 at Bay Branch Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery at 2:00 p.m.  The family will have a time of visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. in the Church.

Cindy was born in Florence...

Apr 14, 2025

Joe Dawkins, 59, of Timmonsville went home to meet his Jesus on Monday, April 14, 2025. Born William Joseph Dawkins, he was the son of the late William Hoyt and Mary Carroll Langston Dawkins. After his mom's passing, Jean Dawkins stepped seamlessly into that role and played a crucial part in his life. He worked for McCall Farms for...

Apr 13, 2025

Tina Palles, 68 of Florence, entered into eternal rest, Sunday April 13, 2025.

Memorial services will be Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.in the chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home, 4210 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC

Born Constance Elizbeth Palles in Florence, SC, she was the daughter of the late Mitchell C. Palles and Louise...

Apr 13, 2025

Frances Alice White, 96, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025 after a brief illness.

Graveside services will be Wednesday afternoon April 16, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at Byrd Cemetery.  The family will speak to those attending after the service at the cemetery.

Alice was born in Florence County, the daughter of the late Victor...

Apr 12, 2025

Charles Harman Wright, 89, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, following an extended illness.

Charles was one of six siblings born in Mullins S.C. to the late James Milton Wright and Leatha Floyd Wright.  He attended Mullins High School where he was an excellent student athlete, loving the sport of basketball. After high school, Charles worked...

Apr 11, 2025

Charles Eric Rabon, 55, of Timmonsville passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025 from injuries sustained from an accident.

A Memorial Service will be held at 12:00 Noon, Monday, April 14, 2025 at Trinity Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 1021 S. Ebenezer Rd., Florence. The family will speak to those attending after the service.

Mr. Rabon was...

Apr 10, 2025

Iris Broach Haithcock, 77, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025 after a brief illness.

Funeral services will be Monday April 14, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.  The family will have a time of visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m.  A private burial will be held at a later time in the...

Apr 9, 2025

Mary Joyner Pierce, 91, was re-united with her loved ones on Wednesday morning, April 9, 2025, as she closed her eyes in this earthly chapter and opened them in her new heavenly journey.

Funeral services will be Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at Sparrow Swamp Baptist Church.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  The...

Apr 8, 2025

Maxie Everette Connor, 60, died April 8, 2025 at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence.

A memorial service will be Friday, April 11, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel at Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.  The family will receive family and friends  beginning at 1:00 p.m. prior to the service.

Mr. Connor was born in Sumter,...

Apr 6, 2025

Randy Mark Smith Sr, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on April 5th 2025 at the age of 54. Randy was preceded in death by his mother, Miriam Smith, and his grandson, Joseph Smith, both of whom he held close in his heart.

He is survived by his father, Harvey Smith; his brother, David...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...