Obituaries

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Michael David Frye

Michael David Frye

Nov 6, 2022

Mr. Michael David Frye, 65, of Lamar, SC and formerly of Bennettsville, SC passed away Sunday, November 6th, 2022, while at home.

His service will be conducted at 2:00 on Thursday afternoon, November 17th, 2022, from the Hartsville Chapel of Norton Funeral Home.  The family will be receiving friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

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Robert Terry Morrison

Robert Terry Morrison

Nov 6, 2022

Mr. Robert Terry Morrison, 67, of Hartsville, passed away during the early morning hours of Sunday, November 6th, 2022, while at home with his family.

His service will be conducted at 3:00 on Wednesday afternoon, November 9th, 2022, from the Chapel of Norton Funeral Home with Reverend Scott Davis officiating and a eulogy provided by Mr. Larry Cooley.  The family...

Hiram Jennings Lyles

Hiram Jennings Lyles

Nov 5, 2022

As a family, it is with much sorrow that we announce the death of Hiram Jennings Lyles. Surrounded by family, he went home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 5, 2022.His service will be conducted at 1:00 on Tuesday afternoon, November 8th, 2022, from the Chapel of Norton Funeral Home with Reverend Allen Lynch and Reverend Danny...

Mary Eva Edwards Coward

Mary Eva Edwards Coward

Nov 4, 2022

Hartsville, S.C.

“Mama” Mary Eva Edwards Coward  - Hartsville, SC

Mrs. “Mama” Mary Eva Edwards Coward, age 75, entered her Heavenly Home on Friday, November 4, 2022 at 1:55 p.m. while at the McLeod Hospice House surrounded by her five sons.

A Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the Emmanuel Baptist...

Jason Douglas Brown

Jason Douglas Brown

Nov 2, 2022

Hartsville, S.C.

 It is with great sadness that we inform you about the death of Jason Brown.  While we are filled with grief, we know that he would want us to celebrate his life instead of mourning his death.

Funeral services will be held Friday at 11:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Charles McLendon will officiate. Burial will...

Vanessa L. Carter

Vanessa L. Carter

Oct 31, 2022

Hartsville, SC

Celebration of Life services for Vanessa Carter age 55 will be held 4:00pm Friday, November 4, 2022 at the Chapel of Norton Funeral Home.  Pastor Kevin Walters will officiate.  Visitation will be held following the services.

Vanessa passed away at her home on October 31, 2022.  She was born in Hartsville, SC the daughter of the late Coy...

Maggie Hutchinson Howle

Maggie Hutchinson Howle

Oct 30, 2022

Hartsville, S.C.

Mrs. Mary Magdalene "Maggie" Hutchinson Howle, age 101 went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 30, 2022 with her loving family by her side. A Celebration of Life service will be held Tuesday at 3:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. John Griggs and Rev. Tom McCrea will officiate. Burial will be in Magnolia...

Rose Ruff O'Neal

Rose Ruff O'Neal

Oct 27, 2022

Rose Marie Ruff O’Neal, 67, of Kannapolis passed away October 27, 2022. She was born September 19, 1955 in Alamance County, NC, a daughter of the late Fred Earl Ruff and Mildred Louise Riddle Ruff. She was preceded by her husband, George Curtis O’Neal, daughter, Tasha O’Neal, sister, Anita Upright, and brothers, Fred and Michael Ruff.

Rose had worked at...

Robbie Ancil Gilbert, Sr.

Robbie Ancil Gilbert, Sr.

Oct 27, 2022

Mr. Robbie Ancil Gilbert, Sr., 68, of Hartsville, passed away Thursday afternoon, October 27th, 2022, while at home.

The family will be receiving friends Sunday afternoon, October 30th, 2022, from 3-5 at Norton Funeral Home.  The family also invites friends to visit with them anytime at the residence, 1103 Newton Drive, Hartsville.  At the request of Robbie, there will be...

Clennie M. "Mack" Walters, Jr.

Clennie M. "Mack" Walters, Jr.

Oct 24, 2022

Mr. Clennie McDowell “Mack” Walters, Jr., 73, of Cassatt, passed away Monday afternoon, October 24th, 2022, while at home with his family.

His service will be conducted at 2:00 on Thursday afternoon, October 27th, 2022, from the Hartsville Chapel of Norton Funeral Home.  Reverend Jeff Steen will officiate with burial following in the Harmony Baptist Church Cemetery.  The family will...

Edna Young Sims

Edna Young Sims

Oct 24, 2022

Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness.

Mrs. Edna Young Sims, 82, of Hartsville, went to her Heavenly Home on Monday morning, October 24th, 2022, while at The Retreat at Carolina Bay.

Her service will be conducted by the graveside of Magnolia Cemetery at 3:00 on Wednesday...

Patricia Wadsworth McCoy

Patricia Wadsworth McCoy

Oct 24, 2022

McBee, SC

Celebration of Life services for Patricia Wadsworth McCoy age 73 will be held 3:00pm Wednesday at the Chapel of Norton Funeral Home.  Pastor Charlie Short will officiate.  Visitation will be Tuesday 5:00-7:00pm at Norton Funeral Home and Crematory and other times at the residence of her son Chris, 469 Union School Road, McBee, SC.

Patricia Wadsworth McCoy went...

Danny Ray Smith

Danny Ray Smith

Oct 23, 2022

Mr. Danny Ray Smith, 70, of Hartsville, went to be with The Lord on Sunday morning, October 23rd, 2022, while at home.

His funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 on Thursday afternoon, October 27th, 2022, from North Hartsville Baptist Church.  Reverend Ladell Humphries will officiate with burial following in Magnolia Cemetery.  The family will be receiving friends Wednesday evening,...

Richard Dennis Dixon

Richard Dennis Dixon

Oct 21, 2022

 

Hartsville, SC

Memorial services for Richard D. Dixon age 69 will be 5:00pm Monday, October 24, 2022 at the Chapel of Norton Funeral Home.  Pastor Rickey Jenkins will officiate.  The family will speak to guest following the services. The family will be receiving friends Saturday and Sunday at the residence of Rebecca Floyd, 100 Bucks Lane, Hartsville.

Mr. Dixon...

Lola Kay Bruesch

Lola Kay Bruesch

Oct 21, 2022

It is with profound sorrow that the Bruesch family announces the passing of Lola KayBruesch. Lola went home to be with her husband and the Lord on Friday the 21st of October 2022.She was preceded in death by the love of her life for over 46 years, Leroy Bruesch. Her parents Dale and Zelda Maze, as well as her siblings....

Faye Brown Morrison

Faye Brown Morrison

Oct 20, 2022

Hartsville, SC

Graveside services for Faye Brown Morrison age 73 will be held 2:00pm Monday at the New Market United Methodist Church Cemetery.  Pastor Patrick Dye will officiate, directed by Norton Funeral Home.  Visitiaton will follow the services at the graveside.  Mrs. Morrison will be available for viewing at Norton Funeral Home on Monday from the hours of 10:00am til...

Norman LaFrance Bennett, Jr.

Norman LaFrance Bennett, Jr.

Oct 20, 2022

Bishopville, S.C.

Mr. Norman LaFrance Bennett, Jr. age 53 passed away October 20 at Carolina Pines RMC. A celebration of Life Service will be held Sunday at 3:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home, Bishopville. Rev. Champ Squires, Rev. Ann Chavis and Rev. Ken Sturgeon will officiate. Burial will be in the Wayside Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be one...

Mary Johnson Gainey

Mary Johnson Gainey

Oct 15, 2022

Mrs. Mary Johnson Gainey, 90, of Hartsville, went to her Heavenly Home on Saturday morning, October 15th, 2022, while at The Legacy surrounded by her family.

Her service will be conducted by the graveside of Westview Cemetery at 2:00 on Sunday afternoon, October 16th, 2022, with Reverend Charles McLendon officiating.  The family will be speaking with friends following the service...

Susan Denise Hunter

Susan Denise Hunter

Oct 9, 2022

McBee, SC

Graveside services for Susan Denise Hunter age 59 will be held 4:00pm Tuesday at Union United Methodist Church Cemetery.  Rev. Paige Wheeler and Rev. Charlie Short will officiate, directed by Norton Funeral Home and Crematory.  Visitation will be 5:00-7:00pm Monday evening at Norton Funeral Home.

Denise passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2022 at McLeod Hospice House in...

Charles David (Chad) Gilbert, Jr.

Charles David (Chad) Gilbert, Jr.

Oct 8, 2022

 

Hartsville, S.C.

Mr. Charles David (Chad) Gilbert, Jr. age 60 passed away October 8 at the McLeod Hospice House. A Private Service will be held at a later date.

Chad was born in Hartsville a son of Charles David (Charlie) Gilbert, Sr. and the late Glenda Anderson Gilbert. Chad had a giving heart and a willingness to help anyone...