obituaries

Nov 10, 2025

Chandler Vershad Dylan Martin was born on August 10, 2004, in Augusta, GA. He departed this life on Monday, November 10, 2025.

Chandler attended West Florence and Hartsville High Schools. He was employed with Oasis. Chandler also attended Carver Street Baptist Church and New Spring Church. Chandler believed in God.

Chandler, affectionately known...

Nov 9, 2025

James Washington, Sr. was born on March 14,1947 in Florence County to the late Joseph   Bryant, Sr. and Bertie L. Washington. James entered into eternal rest Sunday, November 9, 2025 at Mcleod Regional Medical Center.

Sonny as he was affectionately known by many and as POP by his grandkids attended the public schools of Florence...

Nov 7, 2025

LaQuetta Chanel Daniels, age 38, of Florence, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on November 7, 2025. Born on June 5, 1987, to Timothy and Tonja Daniels, LaQuetta was known for her deep passion for children and her unwavering love for education.

LaQuetta was a proud graduate of South Florence High School, Class of 2005. ...

Nov 3, 2025

Ms. Ana Moniz was 68, and departed this life on Monday, November 3, 2025 in Florence, SC.

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

Nov 3, 2025

Mr. Lavola Ashley was 66, and departed this life on Monday, November 3, 2025 in Florence, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 12noon Friday, November 7, 2025 at Cornerstone Outreach Ministries, 637 S. Gaillard St. Florence, SC.

Nov 1, 2025

Mr. Paul K. Belk was 63, and departed this on Saturday, November 1, 2025 in Florence, SC.

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

Oct 30, 2025

Ms. Patricia Gregg was 58, and departed this life on Thursday, October 30, 2025 in Florence, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 11am Thursday, November 6, 2025 at Greater Gethsemane Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ, Inc. 1532 E. Old Marion Hwy. Florence, SC.

Oct 18, 2025

Mr. Christopher David Sullivan was 40, and departed this life on Saturday, October 18, 2025 in Florence, SC.

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

Oct 12, 2025

Michael Carr Rush, the seventh of eight children born to the late Maggie Bell Rose Rush and Charles Coker was born on May 12, 1956 in Florence County, SC.

In his youth, Michael accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior and joined Union Hill Freewill Baptist Church in Turbeville, SC.

Michael was a...

Oct 11, 2025

Creola Cynthia Martin, daughter of the late Cepheus and Loner Dingle Martin, was born on August 19, 1957, in Darlington County. She entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

Ms. Martin attended Lamar High School, graduating with the class of 1972,  and earned an Associate Degree in Business Administration from Florence Darlington Technical...

Oct 7, 2025

"I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, From whence cometh my help." Psalm 121:1

Mary Louise Johnson Timmons, aged 81, transitioned peacefully from this life on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at her home in Effingham, SC. Born on October 25, 1943, in Effingham, she was the beloved daughter of the late Cleveland Johnson...

Oct 4, 2025

Early Life and Family

Pastor Henry James Dixon, affectionately known as "Red," was born on January 21, 1948, in Florence, South Carolina. He was the firstborn son of the late Pauline Dixon Goodman and Herbert Jackson. Raised with love and care by his grandparents, Mr. Mitchell and Queen Ester Daniels Dixon, Pastor Dixon's early years...

Oct 3, 2025

Mr. Frank H. Chambers was 90, and departed this life on Friday, October 3, 2025.

Services are scheduled to be held 10am Thursday, October 16, 2025 at Sunset Memory Gardens, 2615 Alligator Rd, Effingham, SC

Oct 2, 2025

My Life Story Told

My name is Kenoshia Yvonne Wheeler, affectionately known as "Nosha." I was born on September 17, 1996, to Gregory and Melissa Wheeler. Throughout my life, I experienced love, loss, and the unwavering support of my family and friends.

Educational Journey and Career

I graduated from Lake City...

Sep 30, 2025

Doris Ann Pinkney was born October 19, 1952 to her mother, Katie Frances "Kitty" Pinkney in Pamplico, South Carolina. She and her mother were best friends and lived with each other her entire life.

She was educated in Gibbs public schools of Pamplico, South Carolina.

Surrounded by love, Doris was called to her...

Sep 29, 2025

Mrs. Ann James was everybody's Nana and that's what she answered to the most. If you needed her for anything, if she could, she would get it done, she may tell you off, but she would do it. Her favorite saying was: "Keep on living" and she loved the Lord and her church, Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church....

Sep 28, 2025

Mr. Harold Fleming Sr. was 83, and departed this life on Sunday, September 28, 2025 in Florence, SC.

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

Sep 26, 2025

Ms. Levon Singletary was 69, and departed this life on Friday, September 26, 2025 in Florence, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 12 noon Thursday, October 2, 2025 at Pentecostal United Church of Christ, 4430 Pamplico Hwy, Florence, SC.

Sep 26, 2025

Mary W. Rogers, 77, transitioned peacefully in her sleep on Friday, September 26, 2025, at her daughter's home in Stallings, North Carolina. Born January 31, 1948, in Hemingway, South Carolina, Mary was the daughter of the late Clyde Shefton and Mae Ethel Woodberry Shefton.

She was a proud graduate of Chavis High School and later...

Sep 25, 2025

Thomas F. Drumm, 79, of Florence , S.C, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025 with his beloved wife Pat by his side. Tom was raised in Susquehanna, Pennsylvania under the care of his devoted grandparents. His love of the outdoors came from his time exploring the woods and streams in his youth, spending many hours fishing...