obituaries

Jan 2, 2025

Former Councilwoman Patricia Gibson-Hye Moore was 72, and departed this life on Thursday, January 2, 2025 in Florence, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 11am Thursday, January 9, 2025 at The Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center, 201 S. Dargan St. Florence, SC.

Dec 18, 2024

Mrs. Annie Holloman Cottingham was 62, and departed this life on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 in Florence, SC.

Public Viewing will take place 1pm until 5pm Friday, December 27, 2024 at Draper G. Myers Mortuary, LLC. 615 S. Dargan St. Florence, SC.

Dec 15, 2024

Mr. Willie E. Cobb was 77, and departed this life on Sunday, December 15, 2024 in Florence, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 11am Monday, December 23, 2024 at Bethel AME Church, 1321 S. Main St. Darlington, SC.

Dec 8, 2024

Ms. Tiffany Gail Moses was born on December 9, 1987 in Florence, South Carolina. Tiffany was the daughter of Gail Brown (Rodney Brady) and Harry Lee Moses. On Sunday, December 8, 2024, she transitioned to her eternal home.

At an early age Tiffany Gail Moses was a member of Elizabeth Baptist Church. She was a...

Dec 7, 2024

Mrs. Jacquelyn S. Robinson was born on December 6,1951 to the late Mr. Henry R. Simmons Sr. and Mrs. Doretha S. Simmons. Jacquelyn gained her wings on December 7,2024 at Mcleod Regional Medical Center.

Jacquelyn received her education in Florence County public schools. She was a retired seamstress from Marlowe Manufacturing Company.

She...

Dec 6, 2024

On Friday, December 6, 2024 a devoted family man, Carolus "Chaun" Isaiah departed his earthly home at the age of 48. Chaun Isaiah was born on March 16, 1976 to Christine Isaiah and the late Daniel Isaiah, Jr. in Florence County.

Chaun Isaiah attended the public schools of Florence County and graduated from South Florence...

Dec 4, 2024

Early Life and Education

Mrs. Lenora "Nancy" Abraham Eaddy was born on September 7, 1957, in Florence County, to the late Florence Mae Cain Abraham and Jimmie "Rooster" Abraham. Raised in the Claussen Community, Lenora was known by many as "Nancy" and affectionately called "Katie" by her father. She attended the public schools of Florence...

Dec 2, 2024

Mr. Joe F. Singletary Jr. was 55, and departed this life on Monday, December 2, 2024.

Joe enjoyed taking his wife, Susan, and stepdaughter on fun adventures, especially to Disney where his true personality would shine. Joe was also an avid golfer, winning numerous tournaments up and down the east coast. In his spare time,...

Dec 2, 2024

Maxine McWhite born on July 9, 1953 and raised in Goodland, she clearly was born with a giving heart and spirit. She entered into eternal rest on December 2, 2024.

She was a retired employee with Commander Nursing Home. She loved baseball and so does the entire Johnson family. Maxine grew up having a strong...

Nov 30, 2024

Jesse Barber, born on June 5, 1951, in Chester, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2024, in Charleston, South Carolina. He was the cherished son of JC Barber and Estelle Virginia Jones Barber, who have welcomed him home in heaven.

Jesse was also preceded in death by his loving maternal grandparents, Tom Jones...

Nov 30, 2024

Rachel Rebecca McKenney was born on June 9, 1939 in Coward, SC, in Florence County. She was raised by her stepfather Edward Kennedy and mother Setha Mae Williams Kennedy. She transitioned from all of her  labor in this life on Saturday, November 30, 2024.

Rachel was educated in the public schools of Florence County and...

Nov 30, 2024

Deacon  Freddie Nettles, Jr. was born August 2, 1960 in Florence, South Carolina the son of late Freddie and Reather Nettles. Freddie departed his life on Saturday, November 30,2024 at MUSC in Florence South Carolina.

Freddie graduated from South Florence High School. He obtained his associates degree at Florence-Darlington Technology College in Florence SC.

Nov 29, 2024

Lillie Mae, daughter of the late Pinckney and Lestory McAllister was born September 9, 1937. She departed this life on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at McLeod Hospice, Florence, South Carolina.

Lillie Mae received her education in Florence County and was a member of Olive Grove Baptist Church in her youth. After relocating to Washington, D.C....

Nov 28, 2024

Mrs. Eva Mae Brown, the daughter of the late Ruby Lee Slater and the late James Slater, was born  August 4, 1949, in Darlington County. She is the oldest of her siblings. Eva departed this life on November 28, 2024, at MUSC, Florence, SC.

Eva received her formal education in Darlington County public schools, and...

Nov 28, 2024

On September 24, 1949, in Florence, South Carolina Jerome Grant, Jr. and Gladys Helen Cain Grant welcomed their third child. Jerome Grant III was   the younger brother to Annie and Diane; he was their baby boy. The Grant children lost both parents early in life and were raised by   relatives in their hometown of Pamplico, SC. Annie,...

Nov 19, 2024

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, Audrey Carla Graham, departed this earthly life on November 19, 2024. The Lord whispered into her ears and said it was alright to stop fighting the fight and rest her arms. Audrey transitioned surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of strength, kindness and a touch of sass that...

Nov 16, 2024

Marvin E. Douglas was born on April 1, 1956 to Mack and Janie Douglas in Florence, SC. He departed this earthly life on November 16, 2024.

Marvin was educated in Florence District One Schools and continued his education at Florence-Darlington Technical College graduating as a machinist. After a long career at International Paper in Eastover,...

Nov 15, 2024

I was given the name of Jy'Rek Monta' Prince at birth. I am better known as Jy in my momma words, but to most I am BlockBoy Jy. I was born October 30, 2003, in Florence, SC, the son of Moneik Prince and Kirk Joyner. My life's journey on earth ended on November 15, 2024.

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Nov 13, 2024

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me that day:" 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Gloria Dean Gee Hall, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday,...

Nov 12, 2024

Mother Barbara Ann Doughty, who departed this life on November 12, 2024. Born Barbara Ann Moten on February 11, 1944, in Mobile, Alabama, she was the beloved daughter of Ben Moten Jr. and Willie May Ivory.

Raised by her paternal grandparents in Sumter, South Carolina, Barbara received her education through the Sumter School System.