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Obituaries
Jayden Isaiah Cannon
Jan 31, 2026
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
Jayden Isaiah Cannon slipped into eternal rest on Saturday, January 31, 2026. He was born on November 2, 2003 in Florence County to Vanessa Singletary and Jay...
Cynthia Brown
Jan 30, 2026
Cynthia Marie Brown, affectionally called "Cindy" was born on August 14, 1958 to Kathleen Bethea and King Brown in Florence County. She departed this earthly life on January 30, 2026 at the age of sixty-seven.
Cynthia Marie "Cindy" Brown was a remarkably strong, independent, and accomplished woman whose life was defined by resilience, love, and...
Mother Myrolene Terry
Jan 27, 2026
Myrolene Elizabeth Timmons Terry passed away quietly at her home after a brief illness on January 27, 2026. She was born in Florence, SC on January 21, 1943 and was the oldest of seven children of the late Cliffie Timmons and Earline Eaddy Timmons.
She was a 1960 graduate of Gibbs High School in Pamplico,...
Henry A. Mcneil
Jan 25, 2026
With sincere respect and gratitude, we commemorate the life and enduring legacy of Henry Armstrong McNeil, who passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, following a brief illness.
Born on April 21, 1939, in Pamplico, South Carolina, Henry was the sixth of eight children born to Hermage and Bessie McNeil. Raised within a supportive and...
Bernice Burgess Shoats
Jan 24, 2026
Bernice Burgess Shoats, the daughter of the late Ernest and Sallie Burgess was born in Florence County on April 14, 1948. After a brief illness, God called Bernice to eternal rest on January 24, 2026.
Bernice received her education in the Florence County Public School System. At an early age, she moved to Baltimore, Maryland...
Carolyn Peterson
Jan 23, 2026
Ms. Carolyn Ann Peterson, affectionately known as "CP," was born on January 30, 1957, to the late Margaret "Seal" Davis and Douglas Cox. CP entered into eternal rest on January 23, 2026, after a courageous battle with sickness.
Raised in Florence, South Carolina, Carolyn was educated in the Florence County Public School System and was...
Jeremy J. Barr
Jan 23, 2026
Mr. Jeremy Jerrod Barr, affectionately known as "Millz" by his family and friends, was born on August 13, 1987, in Florence, SC, to Julia M. Barr and Benny Rhodes. He departed this earthly life on January 23, 2026.
He attended the public schools of Florence School District One.
Millz was a devoted son,...
Larry James George Jr.
Jan 22, 2026
Larry James George, Jr, son of the late Albert George and Virginia Bellfield, was born October 8, 1937, in Sampson County, North Carolina. He entered eternal rest on Thursday, January 22, 2026. He passed away peacefully at his home. Larry will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew him.
After graduating from high...
Elisha Mccall
Jan 22, 2026
Elisha Tohnyette McCall, was born on November 26, 1973 in Bishopville, SC. She was the daughter of Clara and the late George McCall, Sr. Elisha accomplished her earthly journey at 52 years old on January 22, 2026.
In 1991, Elisha graduated from Bishopville High School. Then she attended Columbia Junior College. Elisha had a passion...
Josie Belin
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.
Derrel Otis Durant
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...
Michael S. Peterson
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...
Uneeda Grant
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...
Alma King
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...
Andrena Donnelly
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...
Larry "Coach Larry" James
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...
Eddie Lee White
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.
Crystal S. Nelson-Smalls
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...
Wilford P. Mention
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...
Deaconess Mary M. Brewer
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.
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