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Sarah Mae Briggs

Sarah Mae Briggs

May 14, 2024

Mrs. Sarah Mae Askins Briggs, affectionately known as "Bait", the daughter of Henry and Sarah Simmons Askins, was born May 12th, 1935, in Florence County. On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, she departed this earthly life and entered eternal rest at 5:59PM at her home.

Mrs. Briggs attended the public schools of Florence County. She was...

Isaac Earl Jackson

Isaac Earl Jackson

May 9, 2024

Isaac Earl Jackson, transitioned peacefully on May 9, 2024, at the age of 74. Born on August 4, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York, Isaac was the cherished son of Virginia Johnson and Fetus Earl Jackson.

He was a faithful member of Saint John A.M.E. Church, and his commitment to serve was evident. His active  participation...

John D. Woodberry

John D. Woodberry

May 9, 2024

John Douglas Woodberry was born December 25, 1951 to Benjamin Woodberry and Alberta Woodberry. He departed this life on Saturday, May 11, 2024.

John was a member of  St. Luke AME Church in Johnsonville, SC.

He was employed as a semi-truck driver for over 30 years. John was a very kind and loving...

Edna Deas Muldrow

Edna Deas Muldrow

May 6, 2024

Mother Edna Deas Muldrow was 80, and departed this life on Monday, May 6, 2024 in Florence, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 11am Thursday, May 16, 2024 at The SHEREC, 312 S. Ravenel St. Florence, SC.

Elijah Belin Jr.

Elijah Belin Jr.

May 3, 2024

On May 3, 2024 at his home in Johnsonville, SC this transitory life came to a close. Elijah, Jr. was born in Johnsonville, South Carolina to Elijah Belin, Sr. and Alizer Jane Belin. He was the eldest of eight children.

At an early age, Elijah, Jr. accepted Christ as his personal savior while attending St....

Arthur Mccain

Arthur Mccain

May 2, 2024

Arthur Necolean McCain lovingly known as "Nicky" and "Micky" by his maternal grandfather, Henry Lide. He was born on October 30, 1964, in Darlington, South Carolina to Eula Lee McCain and Henry McCain. He is the eldest of five children and the first maternal grandchild of eighteen. Arthur's upbringing commenced in Darlington. Henry and Eula entrusted Arthur's...

Mary Elizabeth Timmons

Mary Elizabeth Timmons

May 1, 2024

Ms. Mary Elizabeth Timmons was born on May 25, 1939, in Effingham, SC. She was the daughter of the late James Sudie Timmons, Sr and Mable White Timmons. "Liz", as she was affectionately called, departed this life on May 1, 2024, at the age of 84.

Liz attended school in Florence County. She was a...

Arnetha George

Arnetha George

Apr 28, 2024

Arnetha Williams George affectionately known as "Sister or Sister Gal" was born on October 2, 1959 in Florence, SC to Ruby Cade Williams and Leroy Williams. She entered into peaceful rest on Sunday, April 28, 2024.

Arnetha was a graduate of South Florence High School class of 1978. She was employed many years with Florence...

Michael "Toy" Dobson

Michael "Toy" Dobson

Apr 22, 2024

Mr. Michael "Toy" Dobson was 63, and departed this life on Monday, April 22, 2024 in Charleston, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 11am Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Monumental Baptist Church, 918 Oakland Ave. Florence, SC.

Hattie Mae Brayboy

Hattie Mae Brayboy

Apr 22, 2024

Mrs. Hattie Mae Brayboy was 49, and departed this life on Monday, April 22, 2024 in Florence, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 11am Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 2322 State Rd. Scranton, SC

Jesse Jones

Jesse Jones

Apr 20, 2024

My name is Jesse Jones. I was born on November 22, 1934 to Lillie Mae and Charles Jones in Florence County. On April 20, 2024, I slipped away peacefully from earth into eternity.

I received my formal education in Florence School District One schools. My work employment included Turbeville Grocery, RC Cola Company and Cain...

Brandon Lee Chavis

Brandon Lee Chavis

Apr 20, 2024

Brandon Lee Chavis was born March 23, 1988 to Linda Byrd Chavis. He gained his wings on April 20, 2024 and entered into eternal rest.

To know Brandon was to love Brandon. His smile was infectious and his humor was larger than life. He was always fun to be around and was the life of...

Chester Moses

Chester Moses

Apr 17, 2024

Chester "Boo" Moses was born August 20, 1956 in Florence, South Carolina to Wilbert and Gracie King Moses. He was called to eternal rest on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.

Mr. Chester attended the public schools of Florence county, graduating from Southside High school in 1975. From there he was employed by Pepsi Co and spent...

Novia Bland

Novia Bland

Apr 14, 2024

Today we celebrate the homegoing of Mrs. Novia (McNeal) Bland who departed this earthly life on April 14, 2024 in her home to   enter an eternal life with God Our Father in Heaven. Novia was born on June 5, 1941 in Florence, South Carolina to Chester and Arizona (Baker) McNeal.

She spent her early years...

James Earl Goldwire

James Earl Goldwire

Apr 9, 2024

Mr. James Earl Goldwire was born February 18, 1948, in Florence, South Carolina to George and Albertha Goldwire. He departed this life on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.

Mr. Goldwire graduated from Wilson High School. He was very active and proud of his Wilson Purple and Gold Tigers. He was a member of the Wilson High...

Laurie Harrell

Laurie Harrell

Apr 4, 2024

On April 4, 2024 our beloved Laurie Ann departed her earthly life surrounded by those who loved her the most. She was a devoted mother, loving grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend.

Laurie Ann Harrell was born on January 17, 1961 in Florence, SC to Mary and Sylvester Harrell. She received her education from Florence...

Edward Muldrow

Edward Muldrow

Apr 4, 2024

Edward Leon Muldrow also know as "Ghetto" was born on June 30, 1969 in Florence County, SC to Samuel Muldrow, Sr. and Lela Muldrow-White. He entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 4, 2024.

He was educated in the Florence School District. Edward was a veteran of the United States Army and a skilled construction...

Ronald Morton Sr.

Ronald Morton Sr.

Apr 2, 2024

On April 2, 2024, Ronald Morton, loving husband and father entered into eternal rest in Florence, South Carolina. Ronald was born on October 9, 1952 in Brownsville, Tennessee to Mary Frank Morton. He was raised on a farm by his mother and  grandparents Frank and Mildred Morton.

Ronald attended Hayes Chapel Elementary School and graduated...

Bridgette M. Williams

Bridgette M. Williams

Apr 1, 2024

Bridgette Marie Williams born March 31, 1964 in Florence County to Mattie Williams and Charles Brown. She departed this earthly life on April 1, 2024.

Our beloved, Bridgette M. Williams, brought joy and love to  everyone she encountered, leaving an indelible mark on our hearts. Bridgette was known for her kindness, compassion, and unwavering support...

Felicha J. Benjamin

Felicha J. Benjamin

Apr 1, 2024

Felicha Jeanie Lavon Benjamin was born to the union of Furman Benjamin Sr. and Lee Brenda Benjamin on July 2, 1984 in Florence, South Carolina. She departed from this life at her home on Monday, April 1, 2024.

She was educated in the public schools of Florence, South Carolina. An attendee of South Florence High...

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