obituaries

Dec 6, 2025

Angerlyn "Angie/Sista" Smoot Funderburk, daughter of the late Betty Ann Nowlin Smoot and Charlie Leroy Smoot, was born February 20, 1950 in Florence County. She departed this life on December 6, 2025, in MUSC.

Angie was educated through Florence School District One and a proud graduate of Wilson High School, class of 1968.

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Dec 1, 2025

Patrick Leon Mckenzie, known as "Pat," was born on October 29, 1971, in Darlington, South Carolina to Patricia McKenzie. He departed this earthly life on December 1, 2025.

Raised by Barbara Jean Austin Player and Levan Player, Pat was recognized for his strong work ethic and generosity. He committed his life to faith at an...

Nov 27, 2025

Gerald Williams was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Born on January 17, 1961, in Florence County, South Carolina, Gerald was the beloved son of the late Eddie Gee and Catherine Williams.

Throughout his life, Gerald was known as a hard-working man whose love for his family and friends...

Nov 22, 2025

Harold Franks, son of Samson King and Delorie Franks, was born on November 3, 1969, in Florence, South Carolina. He departed this earthly life on Saturday, November 22, 2025.

Early Life and Education

Harold was educated in the Florence District One Schools, where he built the foundation for his lifelong love of family...

Nov 21, 2025

Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. These are the words of assurance that the Lord thy God has said. Let Him be your comfort, Let Him be your friend, let Him walk beside you from beginning to the end.

Lacy "Billy" Scott III was born on August 18, 1955, in...

Nov 20, 2025

Mr. Dexter B. Cooper was 59, and departed this life on Thursday, November 20, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA.

Services are scheduled to be held 12 noon Friday, December 5, 2025 at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery, 5040 Liberty Chapel Rd. Florence, SC.

Nov 20, 2025

Mother Rebecca Wright was 87, and departed this life on Thursday, November 20, 2025 in Florence, SC.

Services are scheduled to be held 9:30 am Monday, December 1, 2025 at Manhattan Pentecostal Church, 541 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027.

Burial will follow in The Calverton National Cemetery, 210 Princeton Blvd, Calverton,...

Nov 16, 2025

Mr. Willie Williams was 88, and departed this life on Sunday, November 16, 2025 in New Haven, CT.

Services are scheduled to be held 11am Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Garden of Devotion, 800 S. Georgetown Hwy, Johnsonville, SC.

Nov 14, 2025

Miranda Graham, affectionately known as "Hands," was born on November 9, 1984, in Florence, SC, to her  loving mother, Frances Graham. On the wings of the morning, Miranda transitioned from this life into eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and unwavering strength.

My Life Story Told

Miranda lived her life...

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...