Recent Obituaries
Richard Eugene Zaretzka
Mar 1, 2025
McBee, SC
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of one of our beloved United States Veterans, Mr. Richard Eugene Zaretzka. Mr. Zaretzka, 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, March 1st, 2025, while surrounded by his family at Carolina Pines RMC.
Mr. Zaretzka was born in Visalia, CA, and proudly served our country in...
Alice Elaine Tyner McLaughlin
Mar 1, 2025
Hartsville, S.C.
It is with great joy to announce that Alice Elaine McLaughlin, age 74 went absent from the body and present with the Lord on March 1, 2025, while at home surrounded by her family.
She was delivered by her Father on December 4, 1951, a daughter of the late Willie and Eva Dixon Tyner of Byrdtown. She accepted Jesus into...
William Edward Frierson
Feb 26, 2025
Elder William Edward Frierson, affectionately known as “Billy”, passed away at his home on February 26, 2025. He was born on January 17,1952, in Bishopville, South Carolina, and the first-born son of the late Willie James and Ada Belle Frierson. William grew up in the Blue Pond neighborhood of Bishopville, where he developed a love for sports. He played football...
Tamela B. Menius
Feb 23, 2025
Hartsville, S.C.
It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Tamela B. Menius. Ms. Menius age 52 passed away February 23, while at Carolina Pines RMC.
Funeral plans will be announced.
Norton Funeral Home and crematory is honored to serve the Menius family.
Elbert Laneau Hancock
Feb 23, 2025
Hartsville – Elbert Laneau Hancock, 88, husband of Carolyn Huggins Hancock for 68 years, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025 at Morrell’s Rehab Center. Born June 19, 1936, in Lee County, he was the son of Waddy Laneau Hancock and Mary Maxcy Hancock.
Elbert was a retired educator with Darlington County Schools. During his 27 years with the school system, he...
Robert Gregory Amerson
Feb 23, 2025
Hartsville, SC
Memorial services for Robert G. Amerson (Robby), aged sixty-eight (68), will be held at 2:00 on Sunday afternoon, March 2nd, 2025, from the Norton Funeral Home Chapel. Services are to be officiated by Dr. James R. Samuel and the family will be receiving friends following the service at the funeral home.
Robby was known and loved by many. Having...
Mr. Bingham Randolph Davis, Jr.
Feb 20, 2025
Mr. Bingham Randolph Davis, Jr., a distinguished civil engineer and beloved family man, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on February 18, 1936, in Bishopville, South Carolina, Bingham grew up on a farm where the values of hard work and dedication were ingrained in him from an early age. He spent countless hours...
Sandra Elaine Champ
Feb 17, 2025
Dalzell, SC
Mrs. Sandra Elaine Champ, 66, passed away Monday evening, February 17th, 2025, while at McCoy Nursing Center.
Born in Savannah, GA, Mrs. Champ was a daughter of the late Ivan & Phylis McCollum. She worked with Walmart for 19 years as a Customer Service Representative. Sandra enjoyed writing and taking pictures; if you saw her coming,...
William Cleatus Chandler
Feb 16, 2025
Hartsville, SC
We regret to inform you of the passing of Mr. William Cleatus “Big Billy” Chandler. Billy, 64, passed away during the early morning hours of Sunday, February 16th, 2025, while at Agape House of Lexington, with his family.
Mr. Chandler was born in Burlington, NC, a son of the late William Kenneth & Elizabeth Smith Chandler....
Delton "Booger" Flowers
Feb 15, 2025
Hartsville, SC
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Delton Flowers. Delton passed away during the early morning hours of Saturday, February 15th, 2025, at the age of 63, while surrounded by his family.
Mr. Flowers, affectionately known by his family as “Booger,” was born Hartsville, a son of the late Roland F....
Louise Southern Albert
Feb 14, 2025
The following obituary is being posted by Norton Funeral Home & Crematory as a courtesy to local family & friends of Mrs. Rebecca and Mr. Lee Graham. All services are entrusted to Bower Funeral Home of Pulaski, VA.
Margaret Louise Southern Albert, age 91 of Pulaski passed away Friday, February 14, 2025 at the New River Valley Medical Center. Born March...
Alice F. Francis
Feb 14, 2025
Bethune, SC
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mrs. Alice Fay Francis.
Mrs. Francis age 83 passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025 while at MUSC Kershaw Health in Camden, SC.
No services are planned at this time.
Norton Funeral Home and Crematory are honored to be of service to the Francis family.
"Memories are the Legacy of Love"
Lula Mae Hall
Feb 12, 2025
*Please note the updated service date and time*
Hartsville, SC
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Lula Mae Hall. Mrs. Hall went home to be with The Lord on Wednesday morning, February 12th, 2025, at the age of 60.
Lula Mae was born in Hartsville, a daughter of the late Woodrow & Hazel...
Harold Beasley
Feb 11, 2025
Harold Beasley, a beloved brother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, in Hartsville, South Carolina. He was born on February 28, 1948, and was known for his kind spirit and deep love for his family.
Harold spent a significant part of his career in the restaurant industry before dedicating 40 years to RBC Bearings, where he exemplified...
Timothy Joseph Edwards
Feb 9, 2025
Bishopville, S.C.
It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Timothy Joseph Edwards age 65. Mr. Edwards passed away February 9, 2025 while at the Cottonwood Villas in Bishopville.
Mr. Edwards cremains will be placed in the Friendship Methodist Church Cemetery in Albemarle, N.C.
Norton Funeral Home and Crematory, Bishopville is honored to serve the Edwards family.
Robert Edwin "Bobby" Raines
Feb 9, 2025
Robert Edwin "Bobby" Raines, a beloved resident of Hartsville, South Carolina, was born on March 15, 1943, and passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, in Florence, South Carolina.
Bobby retired from Sonoco Products Company after an impressive 40 years of dedicated service. His commitment to his work was matched only by his devotion to his family. Bobby cherished the time...
Mr. Larry McAlister
Feb 8, 2025
Larry Mitchell McAlister, age 79, of Hartsville, SC, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025. Born on July 11, 1945, in Hartsville, SC, Larry was the son of the late Ellis McAlister and Elizabeth Calder McAlister.
Larry was a proud graduate of Hartsville High School, class of 1964. After high school, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Piedmont Bible...
Sandra Winburn
Feb 8, 2025
Hartsville, SC
Mrs. Sandra Yavonne Cole Winburn, 71, passed away Saturday morning, February 8th, 2025, while at Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center.
Mrs. Winburn was born in Bennettsville, a daughter of the late Ervin Newt & Ola Mae Sweatt Cole. She will be remembered as a lady who was willing to help anyone. No one was allowed to...
Mildred B. Scott
Feb 8, 2025
Mrs. Mildred B. Scott, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on February 8, 2025. Known by many as “Ms. Millie” and by others as the “Cake Lady,” Millie loved Jesus and she loved others.
Millie worked for many years in various positions at the Lee County Observer, and most recently at the Lee County Council on Aging. She...
Julia K. Oates
Feb 8, 2025
Lamar, SC
Mrs. Julia K. “Judy” Oates, 81, of the Oates community, passed away during the early morning hours of Saturday, February 8th, 2025, while at home with her family.
Mrs. Oates was born in Hartsville, a daughter of the late Thomas & Doris Galloway Kelley. She enjoyed attending her church, New Life Worship Center and was proud...
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