obituaries

Jan 22, 2026

Mrs. Josie Belin was 55, and departed this life on Thursday, January 22, 2026 in Florence, SC.

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

Jan 21, 2026

On Wednesday morning, January 21, 2026, Derrel Otis Durant departed this  earthly life when God, seeing His child growing weary, dispatched an angel to gently beckon him home. Derrel was born on December 17, 1966, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Margaret and Otis Davis.

In 1975, Derrel moved to Florence, South Carolina, where...

Jan 20, 2026

Mr. Michael Stephen Peterson, a devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend departed this earthly life on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was born in Florence County on June 11, 1966, the son of the late Maybel Peterson and Thomas Mccall.

Michael attended public school in Florence County and graduated class of 1984 from...

Jan 19, 2026

On Monday, January 19, 2026, God summoned Uneeda D. Grant to her heavenly home.

Uneeda affectionately known as "Baby" was the daughter of the late Beaufort and Alberta Davis. She had one brother, George "Boy" Davis who proceeded her in death. Uneeda was born on August 6, 1942, in Johnsonville, SC. Uneeda attended the public...

Jan 19, 2026

Alma King was born on March 4, 1956, to the late Amelia King and Sammy Dorsey. Alma departed this life on January 19, 2026.

Alma was a graduate of McClenaghan High School and Columbia College where she obtained her Associate Degree in Social Work. She was a beloved figure in our community, having served as...

Jan 19, 2026

A beautiful life began in the borough of Queens, New York, where the late Edwiner Thomas Donnelly and Lawrence Joseph Donnelly welcomed a precious baby girl named Andrena into the world on February 10, 1968. From the very beginning, her life was marked by love, promise, and purpose.

At the age of five, Andrena and...

Jan 16, 2026

Mr. Larry James departed his earthly life on Friday, January 16, 2026. He was born on Thursday, May 17, 1951 in Florence County to the late David and Lillian James.

In his younger years, Larry attended public schools in Florence County. He was employed at Socar Steel for five years, later became employed at Vulcraft...

Jan 16, 2026

Mr. Eddie Lee White was 76, and departed this life on Friday, January 16, 2026 in Florence, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 2PM Friday, January 23, 2026 at Monumental Baptist Church, 918 Oakland Ave. Florence, SC.

Jan 13, 2026

Crystal Shanett Nelson-Smalls was born on August 14, 1982 in Florence, SC to Elvis and Rosandra Nelson. She departed this earthy life on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at McLeod Regional Medical  Center.

Crystal attended the Florence County public schools where she graduated from South Florence High School class of 2001. She went on attend Francis...

Jan 13, 2026

Mr. Wilford "Pete" Mention, Sr. of Hemingway, SC was born on May 17, 1954, to the late Mack and Gladys Mention, Sr.

He joined Hopewell AME Church at an early age and was a 1972 graduate of Choppee High School.

Pete entered into the sacrament of matrimony on April 23, 1981 to Clara...

Jan 13, 2026

Mrs. Mary Magdalene Brewer was born on June 24, 1947, in Florence, South Carolina, to the late David and Rosa Wilson. From the very beginning of her life, Mary exemplified devotion, grace, and a quiet strength that would define her journey and bless all who knew her. She entered into eternal rest on January 13, 2026.

Jan 12, 2026

Alton McElveen was a gentle soul, full of love, laughter, and strength. He was born on June 23, 1950, to Annie McElveen Emanuel and Wilbert Anderson, and lived a life rooted in work and family. Alton entered into eternal rest peacefully on January 12, 2026.

Alton received his formal education in Florence Public Schools. He...

Jan 11, 2026

Joshua Atebia Smith passed away on January 11, 2026 at the age of 29. He was born on January 5, 1997 to Lucretia Floyd and Samuel McKnight Jr.

Joshua grew up in Mullins, South Carolina, where he attended public schools. He later moved to Latta, South Carolina, where he continued his education in the public...

Jan 10, 2026

Marcus Hurd Jr., affectionately known as "Lil Man," was born on December 8, 1995, to Sharon State and Marcus Hurd, Sr. He peacefully answered the call of our Heavenly Father at his home on January 10, 2026.

At an early age, Marcus accepted Christ as his Lord and personal Savior and became a faithful member...

Jan 8, 2026

Jonathan Henry Gordon Charles, affectionately known by his loved ones as Lil JonHenry, Johnny Boy, or simply Jon, was born on August 2, 2009, to his devoted parents, Darrick and Tamela.

From the very beginning, Jonathan showed a remarkable determination to live life on his own terms. Although he was originally expected to arrive on...

Jan 5, 2026

Our beloved Maxine Gasque was born January 28, 1947 to the late Dr. Macy and Mrs. Jannie Mae Gasque. She entered into eternal rest on January 5, 2026.

At an early age, she accepted the Lord as her personal Savior and joined St. Mark AME Church.

She matriculated through the public schools of...

Jan 3, 2026

Mother Ettaphine B. Ferguson was 92, and departed this life on Saturday, January 3, 2026 in Florence, SC.

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

Jan 2, 2026

On June 23, 1971, in Paterson, New Jersey, a beautiful baby girl was born to Joyce Ann Gaskins Burgess and Isaac Milton, they named her Nadine. Her life's journey ended and she entered into eternal rest on January 2, 2026.

She attended secondary schools in Paterson before earning her high school diploma from Lake City...

Jan 1, 2026

Mr. Freddie JR Wells was 71, and departed this life on Thursday, January 1, 2026.

Services are scheduled to be held 10am Friday, March 13, 2026 at The Florence National Cemetery, 803 E. National Cemetery Rd. Florence, SC.

Dec 31, 2025

"For now I am ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:6-7

Dorothy Levone Fleming Belin entered this world on May 31, 1932, in Johnsonville, South Carolina, the beloved daughter of...