T. L. Burrows
May 12, 2026
Thomas “TL” Burrows, 86, of Timmonsville, SC, entered into the presence of his Savior on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, hearing the words every faithful servant longs to hear: “Well done, good and faithful servant.” Though his earthly journey has ended, his family finds peace in knowing that he stepped into eternity with Jesus Christ.
Born to the late Thomas Edward “Ned”...
Thomas Mitchell Kirby
May 10, 2026
Thomas "Mitchell" Kirby, 71, of Timmonsville, SC, entered into rest on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Born in Florence County SC, he was a son of the late Roland T. Kirby and the late Margie Rogers Kirby.
He was a member of the Timmonsville Church of Christ. Mitchell Kirby served as the Florence County Councilman for District 4 for many years, representing...
Mark Randall Todd
May 7, 2026
Mark Randall Todd, 66 ,entered into rest on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Born in Florence SC, he was a son of the late Frank Vernon Todd and the late Margaret Todd.
Mark was a beloved member of the community. He graduated from Timmonsville High School and went on to learn several trades. One of his most known talents was HVAC repair...
Joshua Collins
May 7, 2026
Joshua Dwayne Collins, 34, entered into rest on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
He was born in Florence, SC and graduated from Florence-Darlington Technical College.
Surviving are his wife, Jessica Taylor Collins; children, Ashton Collins (10), Dylan Collins (3); mother, Kimberly Strother Collins; brother, Hunter Collins (Meagan); grandparents, Vicki Strother, Sonja Piere; mother-in-law, Donna Craig (Brian); father-in-law, Jesse Craig; brother-in-law, Jarrett Craig (Ivy);...
Elsie Horton Floyd
May 6, 2026
Elsie H. Floyd, 89, passed peacefully at McLeod Hospital on May 6th surrounded by her family. Born February 2nd, 1937 in Sumter County, SC, she was the daughter of the late Julia Vernie Mooneyhan and granddaughter of the late Daniel W. and Martha Horton.
Elsie, or Elsie Jean when she wasn’t listening; loved flowers, gardening, women’s basketball (Go Gamecocks!), wrestling, her...
Amelia Ann Tolson
May 4, 2026
Amelia Ann Tolson, 85, passed away and went to be with the Lord on May 4, 2026 at her residence in Lynchburg surrounded by family.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, W. A. Tolson; her parents, Henry Alexander Hickson, Jr. and Claire Rebecca Hickson.
Amelia Ann, also known as "Mee Ann" to her friends and "MaMa" to...
Robert Matthew Giannetti
May 4, 2026
Robert Matthew Giannetti, 23, of Quinby, SC, died Monday, May 4, 2026.
Born in Florence, SC, he was the son of Michael Giannetti and the late Karen Speck Giannetti.
Robert worked as a plumber in both residential and commercial settings. He loved riding his motorcycle and playing with his nieces and nephews.
Surviving in addition to his father are three brothers, Christopher Giannetti,...
Vernon Lane
May 1, 2026
Mr. Vernon A. Lane, 85, entered into rest on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Vernon was born in Dillon County to the late Crom and Allie Cottingham Lane. He was a member of Lake Swamp Baptist Church, a church he loved dearly. An avid outdoorsman, Vernon spent his free time hunting and fishing, with a particular fondness for trips to Santee. He...
David Weatherford
Apr 26, 2026
David L. Weatherford, 88, of Columbia, SC, and formerly of Florence, SC, entered into rest on Sunday, April 26th, 2026.
Born in Florence, SC, he was a son of the late Sidney Grady Hyman and the late Mary Yopp Hyman. He was the oldest of six siblings. David was a graduate of McClenaghan High School. He attended Business Technical School in...
Emerson Lynn Thompson
Apr 26, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Emerson Lynn Thompson.
She is survived by her mother, Katara Ponds and father, Kyle Thompson; maternal grandmother, April Ponds; paternal grandparents, Charlene Thompson and Danny (Teresa) Thompson; uncle Jayden Allen, aunt, Kayce (Calvin) Yarborough. She is preceded in death by her aunt, Abigail Thompson.
Graveside service will be held...
Barbara Green McElveen
Apr 19, 2026
Barbara Green McElveen, 84, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Born in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late A. Barney Green and the late Ethel Faircloth Green.
Barbara graduated from McClenaghan High School in 1959. She furthered her education through the Institute of Financial Education, the Consumer Lending Schools in Columbia, South Carolina,...
Frances McGee McLaughlin
Apr 18, 2026
Frances McGee McLaughlin, 84, entered into rest on Saturday, April 18, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born in Florence, SC, she was a daughter of the late Clyde McGee and the late Mattie Smith McGee.
She was a charter member of Unity Christian Fellowship Church. Frances was a devoted Christian and mother to her girls. She dedicated herself to serving the...
Charles Spencer Strother
Apr 16, 2026
Charles Spencer Strother, 83, went to his heavenly home on April 16, 2026, after an illness.
Born in the Sardis Community of Florence County, Charles was born to the late Curtis and Miriam Hatchell Strother. He was a family man, married to Victoria "Vicki" Carter Strother for more than 60 years. Charles worked as a Plant Manager for Bell South until...
Glenn Carlton McKay Sr.
Apr 15, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Glenn Carlton McKay Sr., who departed this life on Wednesday, April 15th, 2026, at the age of 74.
Born in Florence County, SC, Glenn was the son of the late LaVern Dozier and Louise Smith McKay. He lived a life full of love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to his family....
Jaime Lyn Atkinson
Apr 14, 2026
Jaime Lyn Atkinson, born on January 29, 1975 in Florence, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
Jaime Lyn was a talented hair dresser and make-up artist who started her journey in beauty at cosmetology school. She was known for ambitious pursuits and adventures.
Jaime Lyn is survived by her mother, Jerra Moore Gaskins; her father, Clarence Lee Atkinson, III...
Walker Scott Watts
Apr 12, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that the Watts family announce the passing of Walker Scott Watts, 31. Mr. Watts passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026.Born in Florence, SC, he was the son of Larue Randall Watts and the late Charlotte L. Smith. Walker enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, and fishing. He was an excellent mechanic and spent a lot of...
Sherwood R. Gray
Apr 11, 2026
Sherwood Ray Gray, 90, entered into rest on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Born in Lake City SC, he was the son of the late Sam Clyde Gray and the late Gracie Gaskins Gray.
He served in the United States Air Force where he was a member of the Strategic Air Command. He attended First Free Will Baptist Church. Sherwood retired from...
Donna Collins Hill
Apr 9, 2026
Donna Collins Hill, 75, entered into rest on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Born in Horry County SC, she was the daughter of the late John Elbert Collins and the late Joyce Todd Collins.
Donna was a hairdresser for 30 years until her retirement. After retirement, she enjoyed crafts, painting, riding motorcycles and boating. One of her favorite things was riding on...
Eugene Lee
Apr 7, 2026
Eugene Lee, 81, of Timmonsville, South Carolina, passed away on April 7, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born on December 27, 1944, he was the son of Darby and Leola Lee and grew up in Timmonsville, where he formed the foundation of faith, family, and hard work that guided his life. He graduated from Southside High School in 1963.
Eugene dedicated...
Donald Hancock
Apr 4, 2026
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mr. Donald (Don) Hancock, at the age of 79. He left this earth on Saturday, April 4, 2026, while surrounded by his family that loves him dearly.
Don was born on April 11,1946 in Florence, SC. He was a son of the late Tracy and Frances Stokes Hancock.
In Don's younger years,...
