obituaries

Apr 24, 2026

Joenathan Johnson Jr. was born on December 4, 1947, in Florence County, South Carolina, to the late Joenathan Johnson Sr. and Edith Swinton Johnson. Affectionately known to many as "Little Joe," he lived a life marked by faith, service, dedication, and love. Joenathan peacefully departed this earthly life on Friday, April 24, 2026, at his home in...

Apr 24, 2026

On March 8, 1972, God blessed this world with the life of Jerome Delosh Delacie Pickens, affectionately known as "Losh" and "Disco." He was born in Florence, South Carolina, to the late Peggy Lee Shields‑Pickens and Jerome Pickens. On April 24, 2026, God, in His infinite wisdom, called Losh from labor to reward, granting him eternal rest....

Apr 21, 2026

Mildred Vereen McWhite slipped away peacefully on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, while in the compassionate care of McLeod Hospice House of Florence, transitioning gracefully into eternal life. Born on September 9, 1942, in Horry County, she was the beloved daughter of the late Chavis and Mary Wilson Vereen.

Ms. Mildred was educated in the Florence...

Apr 15, 2026

Ms. Jacquelyn Durant was born on February 21, 1956, in Florence, South Carolina, to the late Carrie Bell (Union Mitchell) Durant and Ernest (Margaret) Graham. Jacquelyn entered eternal rest on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at MUSC in Marion, South Carolina.

Jacquelyn received her education in the public school system in Pamplico, SC and was formerly...

Apr 14, 2026

James C. Timmons, affectionately known as "Cat," departed this life after a long illness on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. He was born on December 22, 1953, to the late Cliffie and Earline Timmons. James was one of seven   children and was raised alongside five sisters and one brother. He was a proud graduate of Hannah-Pamplico High School,...

Apr 7, 2026

Rita Misherri Waters Graham, entered eternal rest on April 7, 2026. She was born on September 3, 1970, to the late Mr. Dewy Thompson and Mrs. Pearlie Mae Eaddy. She answered God's call and now rests peacefully in the loving arms of her Heavenly Father.

Rita, affectionately known as "Misherri," "Banna Puddin," and "Misherri Ultimate...

Apr 3, 2026

Ms. Senora Brown was 64, and departed this life on Friday, April 3, 2026 in Florence, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 12noon Monday, April 13, 2026 at DGM Chapel, 615 S. Dargan St. Florence, SC.

Apr 3, 2026

Stately Evans Brockington, Jr. was born on August 23, 1977, in Oceanside, California, to Stately Evans Brockington, Sr. and Sharon Kay Swaringer. He entered their lives as a cherished blessing following the passing of their beloved daughter, Evonda Sheranique Brockington—who lovingly welcomed him home on Friday, April 3, 2026, when God called his name.

Affectionately...

Apr 2, 2026

Laron Bernard Brown, 59, of Florence, SC was born on July 19, 1966.  He passed away peacefully, on April 2, 2026. Leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and generosity that will forever be cherished by all who knew him. He is son of the late General Langston Brown and Ms. Adelaide Brown.

Laron Brown...

Mar 31, 2026

Mr. Jimmy Eaddy Jr. was 39, and departed this life on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Services are scheduled to be held 12noon Friday, April 10, 2026 at Pentecostal United Church of Christ, Apostolic Convention Center, 4430 Pamplico Hwy, Florence, SC.

Mar 29, 2026

Ms. Julie Emerson was 59, and departed this life on Sunday, March 29, 2026 in Florence, SC.

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

Mar 28, 2026

Mr. Carl Edwin Anderson II was 72, and departed this life on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

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

Mar 27, 2026

Mrs. Daisy Cooper Moore, a radiant and loving soul who touched the lives of many with her compassion and kindness, peacefully departed this life on Friday, March 27, 2026, at her home while under hospice care. Daisy was born on February 3, 1940, in Florence, SC to the late Neverson Cooper and Julia Grant Cooper.

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Mar 27, 2026

Dre'Keme Ahmiad Cooper was born on July 27, 2000, in Florence, South Carolina. He was the beloved son of Donte' Cooper and Crystal Taylor, and he was lovingly raised by Alex and Joyce Williamson, who embraced him as their own. On Friday, March 27, 2026, Dre'Keme peacefully transitioned and became an angel watching over all who loved...

Mar 26, 2026

Janetta Bell Davis was born February 9, 1960 to the late Lee, Sr. & Annie Bell Grant Smith in Bronx, NY.  As a young child, she was adopted and raised by the late Nick and Charlena Bell in Pamplico, SC. She entered into eternal rest on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at McLeod Health.

Janetta attended...

Mar 20, 2026

Mr. George Bernard Felton affectionately known as "Tom" by family was born to the late Inez Riddick Felton and George Fred Felton in Belvidere, North Carolina on February 14, 1947.

He left Belvidere, North Carolina at a young age and moved to New York.

He was married to the late Mrs. Dorothy Brown...

Mar 19, 2026

Mrs. Mikiko Nishimura Dollard was 53, and departed this life on Thursday, March 19, 2026 in Florence, SC.

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

西村・ドラード美紀子様(享年53歳)は、2026年3月19日(木)、サウスカロライナ州フローレンスにてご逝去されました。 葬儀・告別式の日程等につきましては、現時点では未定となっておりますが、詳細が決まり次第、改めてお知らせいたします。

Mar 19, 2026

Ms. Willette Tanyette Burrell, daughter of the late Willie Hickson and Mae Frances Jones Burrell Eaddy, was born on July 1, 1974, in Florence, South Carolina. On Thursday, March 19, 2026, she peacefully departed this earthly home and entered eternal rest.

Willette attended the public schools of Florence County. She was a woman of faith...

Mar 15, 2026

Benjamin Spears was the fourth child born to Kenneth and Mamie Ruth Williams Spears on May 9, 1951 in Florence County. He departed this life and entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

He attended Gibbs School in Pamplico, SC before later transferring to Wilson Junior High School and graduating from the illustrious...

Mar 14, 2026

Legette "Bobby Bird" Timmons was born in Florence, SC on April 15, 1944 to the late Welth and Bertha Timmons. He peacefully departed his life and surrendered to the Lord's call on Saturday, March 14, 2026.

At an early age, he converted and became a faithful member of Mt. Rona Baptist Church in Effingham, SC....