Obituary Listing

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...

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....

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...

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...

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,...

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....

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,...

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...

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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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...

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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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...

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...

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...

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...

Feb 18, 2025

Bobbie Chancy Grooms Tanner, 82, went to her Heavenly home on February 18, 2025 after a valiant battle with a long illness while being cared for by the wonderful staff at The Florence Presbyterian Community. Her firm belief in God supported her in her struggle and ultimately gave her peace.

Bobbie is survived by her four children,...

Feb 15, 2025

Scott Hewitt Jones, 71, of Quinby passed away Saturday, February 15, 2025 in a local hospital.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 18, 2025 in Mount Hope Cemetery, Florence.

Feb 11, 2025

Violet Gay DeLung, 80, passed from this earthly home to her new life on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

Funeral services will be Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.  Entombment will follow at Florence Memorial Gardens.  The family will have a time of visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. before the service.

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Feb 10, 2025

Robert Lee "Robbie" Best, Jr. 71, passed away on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025.

Funeral services will be Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Southside Baptist Church. The family will have a time of visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. before the service at the church. Burial will be held at the Florence National Cemetery on Monday...

Feb 10, 2025

HENRY CLAY NORRIS, 90, ended a journey on this earth and entered into his heavenly home on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Lake Swamp Baptist Church.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  The family will have a time of visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. before...