obituaries

Aug 29, 2024

Robert E. Kennedy, affectionately known as "Bobby" and "Monster" to some, was born on May 7, 1949 in Darlington, SC to Martha and Sam Kennedy. Robert, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2024 at the age of 75. Known for his friendly, outgoing nature, Robert had a unique ability to...

Aug 27, 2024

In 2019, Chanel joyfully welcomed her first grandchild, Jiselle Ashley Mann, earning the endearing title of "Honey." They recently spent a memorable spring break picking strawberries and embarking on day trips to Myrtle Beach with Jahmari. The bond between them was sewn together through their weekly FaceTime sessions where they would update each other on their latest...

Aug 19, 2024

Tammy Renee' Thompson Singletary was born on May 18, 1970 in Philadelphia, PA to James and Linda Thompson. On August 19, 2024, she entered into eternal rest.

She was a 1988 graduate of Job Corps in Pittsburg, PA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother James "Timothy" Thompson, nephews Marcus Thompson,...

Aug 18, 2024

Reginald Roscoe Stuckey, a man whose life was defined by dedication, integrity, and a steadfast  belief in the goodness of humanity was born on April 2, 1960, in Florence County, South Carolina, son of Roscoe and Georgia Stuckey. His life's journey ended on August 18, 2024, at the age of sixty-four, yet his impact endures in the...

Aug 18, 2024

Gloria Denise Wright was born on December 15, 1956 in Florence, South Carolina. She was the fourth child born to Clara Boatwright-Greene and Swillie Singletary. She departed her earthly life on Monday, August 18, 2024.

Gloria attended Wilson High School. She was employed with Donut Diner for many years until she moved her career to...

Aug 16, 2024

Levern Eaddy Barr was born on November 24, 1951 in Florence, South Carolina to Katherine Barr Fleming and Jack Eaddy. He departed this life on August 16, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones.

At an early age he joined Highway Christian Church in Florence, South Carolina. God was his Lord and Savior.

He...

Aug 9, 2024

Mrs. Shanita B. McKnight was 51, and departed this life on Friday, August 9, 2024 in Florence, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 11am Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Mt. Clair Missionary Baptist Church, 1009 E. Main St. Lake City, SC

Aug 9, 2024

Sheldon Maurice Hayes, affectionately known as "Shelt" or "Fly Guy," was born in Brooklyn, New York, on July 18, 1962. He entered his eternal rest in Florence, South Carolina, on August 9, 2024.

Educated in the New York City Public School system, he attended Eastern District High School and George Westinghouse High School, graduating in...

Aug 4, 2024

A Journey Home Begins……."Fear not, for I have redeemed you by name; you are mine."

Ruby Gamble Edwards was born on October 25, 1939 in Lake City, SC to Reuben Gamble and Alice McKenzie Gamble. Ruby was a faithful servant of the Lord for many years. The Lord allowed Ruby to be a jewel in...

Aug 2, 2024

Ms. Earlie Ariana Cue, affectionately known as "RiRi" was born on June 30, 1999 in Florence, SC to Monica Isaac and Mario Cue. On Friday, August 2, 2024, God sent his heavenly angels in the stillness of the morning and took her on a heavenly flight to eternal rest.

To know RiRi was to love...

Aug 1, 2024

Wade Jackson was born on October 4, 1955  in Florence, South Carolina to James Lee and Sadie Mae Williams Jackson.  He departed this earthly life and went on to eternal rest on Thursday, August 1, 2024, after a brief illness. He was surrounded by family as he entered into the Father's arms.

Wade or "Suede...

Aug 1, 2024

Mr. Nathaniel Felton, Jr. "Bubba" as he was affectionately called by his family and friends was born on July 23, 1944 in Florence, South Carolina to Beatrice Mouzon Archie and Nathaniel Felton, Sr. He entered into eternal rest on August 1, 2024.

He received his formal education in Florence District One Schools. After school he...

Jul 30, 2024

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1

Mr. Rufus "Poo" Palmer, the son of Clifton and Louis Palmer was born September 5, 1967 in Florence, South Carolina. He entered into eternal rest on Tuesday,...

Jul 30, 2024

Mr. Robert Lee King, son of Mr. Major King, Sr. and Mrs. Lillie Bell Echols King was born on August 24, 1950 in Florence, SC. Robert quietly left this world of heartache and pain on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at McLeod Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving children.

Robert received his formal education in...

Jul 28, 2024

William Earl "Billy" Gordon was born on July 16,1973 in Florence County to William Henry Gordon and Mary Alma Brown Gordon. He departed this earthly life on Sunday, July 28, 2024 in Kingstree, SC.

He was educated in the public schools of Florence County and graduated from Hannah-Pamplico High Class of 1991.

He...

Jul 28, 2024

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: Psalm 23:4

Ashauntae "Tae" Jadine Fulmore, the cherished five year old daughter of Hurlene and Curtis Fulmore, gained her little angel wings and slipped away into eternity, after a two year diagnosis of Wilms Tumor, on Sunday July...

Jul 22, 2024

Mr. Marvin E. Duggins was 83, and departed this life on Monday, July 22, 2024.

Service arrangements are incomplete at this time but, will be announced at a later date.

Jul 21, 2024

Mr. Idris Chance Ali Cooper, "Bubba" as he was affectionately called by his family, was born on October 9, 1989 in Florence, South Carolina to Sonya Cooper McNeil and Roosevelt G. McNeil. Idris was raised by co-mom Sharon Cooper Mitchell.

He was a graduate of South Florence High School, class of 2009, where he played...

Jul 21, 2024

Kathleen "Beulah Mae" Grant was born on September 26, 1935 in Florence County to Mattie Brown and John Brown. She departed this earthly life after an extended illness on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at McCoy Memorial Nursing Center in Bishopville, SC.

She was educated in the public school of Florence County and was a homemaker....

Jul 17, 2024

Mr. Israel Davis was born on September 3, 1951 in Florence County to Isaac Davis and Dulie B. Davis. He entered into eternal rest on July 17, 2024.

Israel was a member of St. Luke AME Church in Johnsonville, SC. Israel faith was in God, whom he trusted and believed until his last breath.