Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Bobby Windell Griggs

Bobby Windell Griggs

Jul 10, 2024

Bobby Windell Griggs, age 83, joined his wife in Heaven on July 10, 2024, at the Retreat at Carolina Bay, after battling a debilitating illness for many years.

 Bobby was born to Murray Jessie and Lillie Mae Griggs on June 17, 1941, and spent 62 years married to his devoted wife, Barbara Lundy Griggs, who preceded him in death in April...

Sondra "Sandy" Wilson Matuse

Sondra "Sandy" Wilson Matuse

Jul 10, 2024

Mrs. Sandy (Mimi) Matuse, 67, of Hartsville, South Carolina, the wife of Larry Matuse, passed peacefully with her family on July 10, 2024. A  Memorial Service to honor her life will be held on July 13th, at 4 pm at Savannah Advent Christian Church, officiated by Rev. John Gallagher. Before the memorial, the family will receive friends from 2 to...

Stephen "Steve" Hudson Galloway

Stephen "Steve" Hudson Galloway

Jul 5, 2024

Florence, SC

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mr. Stephen "Steve" Hudson Galloway.

Steve age 68, originally from Hartsville, passed away at his home on Friday morning surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Hartsville, the son of the late Freddie Hudson and Berdie Williamson Galloway. 

He worked for 25 years at Westrock in Florence, retiring in...

John Marshall Morrow, Sr.

John Marshall Morrow, Sr.

Jul 4, 2024

Camden, SC

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mr. John Marshall Morrow, Sr.

Mr. Morrow passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024 while in Lexington Medical Center in Lexington, SC.  He was born in Bishopville the son of the late Banks Floyd and Juanita Caughman Morrow. He was an independent man, who enjoyed walking, mountain trips and working...

Betty Sue Rhoad

Betty Sue Rhoad

Jul 4, 2024

McBee, S.C.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Betty Sue Rhoad, age 76, who passed away July 4 will be held Monday at 1:00 pm at the St. Mary's Catholic Church. Father Dan Papineau will officiate. Burial will be in the McBee Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Visitation will be Sunday 4-6 at Norton Funeral Home, Hartsville.

Betty Sue was born...

Marie Brown Hall

Marie Brown Hall

Jul 3, 2024

Mrs. Marie Brown Hall, 60, of Bishopville, S.C. the widow of Carroll Hall, entered into rest on July 3, 2024.

A Famil Led Memorial service to honor her life will be held Tuesday July 9 at 4:00 pm at Savannah Advent Christian Church. Rev. John Gallagher will officiate. The family will receive friends from 3-4 pm prior to the service.

Mrs. Hall...

Donna Blackman Dunlap

Donna Blackman Dunlap

Jul 2, 2024

Donna Blackman Dunlap



Hartsville, S.C.



Mrs. Donna Blackman Dunlap, age 59, of Hartsville, SC, went to her Heavenly Home on July 2, at her residence with her loving family by her side. Donna was raised in Darlington, SC, the beloved daughter of the late Don and Marie Blackman. Donna was a graduate of St. John's High School and Francis Marion University. She...

Christine Hodge Haithcock

Christine Hodge Haithcock

Jun 29, 2024

Bennettsville, SC

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mrs. Christine Hodge Haithcock.

Mrs. Haithcock age 91 passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024 while at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.

Mrs. Haithcock was born in Blenheim, SC a daughter of the late James Leon and Myrtle Blanche Riley Hodge.  She worked at numerous dry cleaners in the...

Louise Frances Stremmel

Louise Frances Stremmel

Jun 28, 2024

Hartsville, SC

Louise F. Stremmel, age 93, of Hartsville, South Carolina, formerly of York, died at 11:34 AM Friday, June 28, 2024, at Morrell Nursing Center in Hartsville. She was the wife of the late Philip J. Stremmel. 

Born April 4, 1931, in York, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Mary (Kibler) Eichelberger. A 1949 graduate of William Penn...

Elton Virgle Farmer

Elton Virgle Farmer

Jun 27, 2024

Mr. Elton Virgle Farmer, 76, was called home to be with Our Lord and Savior on Thursday evening, June 27th, 2024.Elton was a resident of Darlington but traveled the States and the world before he retired in Sumter from the United States Air Force as a Technical Sergeant. He was a son of the late Bennie Farmer and Effie Estelean...

Roy Mike Gaskins

Roy Mike Gaskins

Jun 26, 2024

Bethune, SC 

     Mr. Roy Mike Gaskins, 87, was called home to be with The Lord on Wednesday morning, June 26th, 2024, while at home with his family.

     Mr. Gaskins was a native and lifelong resident of Chesterfield County, a son of the late Mike & Lizzie Reynolds Gaskins. Roy was a dedicated member of the McBee Community and...

William Raymond "Ray" Parnell

William Raymond "Ray" Parnell

Jun 25, 2024

William Raymond (Ray) Parnell passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the age of 74.

Born on September 19, 1949, in Sumter, SC, to the late William Raymond Parnell and Eloise Parnell Browne, he was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Taylor Parnell Lail, his brother, Kenneth Michael Parnell, and his stepfather, James Thomas (Tommy) Browne....

Charles Foye Byrd

Charles Foye Byrd

Jun 22, 2024

Myrtle Beach, S.C.

Charles Foye Byrd, age 86, of Myrtle Beach, formerly of Hartsville, passed away June 22, 2024, while at his residence with his loving family by his side.

Funeral services will be held 12:00pm Wednesday June 26 at the Chapel Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Brad Griese will officiate. Burial will be in the Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery directed by...

William (Bea) M Atkinson, Jr.

William (Bea) M Atkinson, Jr.

Jun 20, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

William (Bea) M. Atkinson, Jr. age 76 passed away June 20 at McLeod Hospice House with his loving family by his side.

Graveside services will be held Saturday at 3:00 at the New Market Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Grover Johnson will officiate. Visitation will be at the residence at 226 East Old Camden Road, Hartsville, S.C. on...

Patricia Watkins Douglas McCullough

Patricia Watkins Douglas McCullough

Jun 20, 2024

Patricia (Patsy) Watkins Douglas McCullough 7/29/39 – 6/20/24

Patsy Watkins Douglas McCullough, 84, passed away Thursday morning after an extended illness. Services will be directed by Norton Funeral Home, with visitation being held on Friday June 21st from 5:00–7:00 pm at Norton Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday June 22, 2024 at New Market United Methodist...

Daniel & Margaret Theismann

Daniel & Margaret Theismann

Jun 17, 2024

Together in life and in death Daniel J. Theismann and Margaret A. Theismann passed away last week. Daniel J. Theismann (72) entered eternal rest on Monday June 17, 2024 and was followed by his wife of 48 years, Margaret A. Theismann (70) on Thursday June 20, 2024. Both passed due to natural causes, after battling cancer together. 

Daniel and Margaret were...

Ernest Eaddy Mixon, Sr.

Ernest Eaddy Mixon, Sr.

Jun 15, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

Mr. Ernest Eaddy Mixon age 73 went to his Heavenly Home on June 15. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 3:00 at the House of Prayer Holiness Church directed by Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Billy Melton and Rev. Richard Mixon will officiate. Burial will be in Mt. Elon Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday 5-7 pm at...

Virginia Landon Mizelle

Virginia Landon Mizelle

Jun 13, 2024

On the morning of June 13, 2024, Virginia “Ginny” Carol Landon passed away at the age of 86. She was born in Mt. Tabor, Vermont to Cecil Claude Landon and Emma Geraldine Merrow.

As a child, Ginny’s father gave her the nickname “Ridge runner,” which she took to heart throughout her entire life. There was little Ginny loved more than nature...

Marjo Johnson Sindelar

Marjo Johnson Sindelar

Jun 13, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

Marjo Johnson Sindelar, age 85 passed away June 13 while at Carolina Pines RMC. A Memorial service will be held Saturday at 6:00 pm at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Keith Allison will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Marjo was born in Two Harbors City, Minnesota a daughter of the late Martin A. Johnson...

Robert Mitchell Parker, Sr.

Robert Mitchell Parker, Sr.

Jun 12, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

Mr. Robert Mitchell Parker, Sr. age 65 passed away June 12 at his residence.

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 3:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Tim Skipper will officiate. Burial will be in the McBee Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mitchell was born in Hartsville a son of...