Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Lois Jean Putnam

Lois Jean Putnam

Sep 6, 2023

Funeral services for Jean Stewart Putnam, 79, who died peacefully on September 6, 2023, will be held at Kelleytown Baptist Church, at 3PM, on September 10, 2023. The Reverend Mike Madaris, Reverend Gary Anderson and Mr. Travis Walters will be officiating. 

Jean was a native of Hartsville and daughter of the late S.B. (“Doc”) and Lois Evelyn Stewart. She retired...

Ted V Chapman

Ted V Chapman

Sep 6, 2023

Darlington, S.C.

Ted V. Chapman age 83 passed away September 6 while at McLeod Regional Medical Center.

Ted was born in Hartsville a son of the late Henry Dewitt Chapman and Mary Elizabeth Tyner Chapman.

Surviving is his wife, Rachel Perez Chapman, Darlington; one son, Mark Chapman, Hartsville, one daughter, Angela (Campbell) Clark of Darlington; one brother, Donnie Chapman, Greenville;...

Ronnie Haskell Tidwell

Ronnie Haskell Tidwell

Sep 6, 2023

Mr. Ronnie Haskell Tidwell, 85, of Bethune, passed away Wednesday morning, September 6th, 2023, while at Carolina Pines RMC, surrounded by his loving family.

A native and lifelong resident of Kershaw County, Mr. Tidwell was a son of the late Benton & Lizzy Kate Smith Tidwell.  He was a 4-year Veteran of the United States Military, serving in the Air...

Chris Hammond Tallon, Sr.

Chris Hammond Tallon, Sr.

Sep 5, 2023

Chris Tallon, a man known for his punctuality, arrived early for every event in his life, including his final journey, which he embarked upon on the morning of September 05, 2023. Born in Hartsville and raised on Barefoot Street, he carried his roots proudly, often forgoing shoes unless absolutely necessary.

Settling on Pecan Drive, Chris spent the entirety of his...

Jacquelyn Benjie Stephens Woltjer

Jacquelyn Benjie Stephens Woltjer

Sep 4, 2023

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Jacquelyn (Jackie) Benjie Stephens Woltjer. the daughter of Jim and Gay Stephens.

Jacquelyn Benjie (Jackie) (Stephens) Woltjer, 63, of Worthington, Mn., died Monday, 4 September 2023. In Brandon, Iowa.

She was Born on Saturday, 10 October 1959, in Bishopville, SC, she was the daughter of SFC Jimmy B. Stephens (Retired)...

Larry Duncan Keith

Larry Duncan Keith

Sep 2, 2023

Society Hill, S.C.

Mr. Larry Duncan Keith age 72 passed away September 2 at his residence with his loving family by his side.

Larry was born in Society Hill a son of the late Clarence Keith and Geneva Gainey Keith. He retired from Darlington County as a Truck Driver.

Surviving is one daughter, Dawn Keith Reid, Society Hill; two sisters,...

Cathy Feagin Matuse

Cathy Feagin Matuse

Sep 2, 2023

Hartsville, SC

Cathy Feagin Matuse, age 66, beloved mother, and grandmother, peacefully passed away on September 2, 2023. She was born on July 6, 1957, in her hometown of Hartsville, SC. Cathy was a remarkable woman who made a significant impact on those around her through her kind heart.Cathy worked as a seamstress at Hartsville Manufacturing and Red Fox Apparel....

Jimmy Minor Farmer, Jr.

Jimmy Minor Farmer, Jr.

Sep 1, 2023

Bethune, S.C.

Mr. Jimmy M. Farmer, 67, of Bethune died peacefully while surrounded by family at Regency Hospital in Florence on Friday, September 1st.   Graveside services will be held 3:00pm Wednesday September 6 at the Bethune Baptist Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home, Hartsville.  Rev. Scott Bernshausen will officiate. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5-7 pm at...

Sheila Rhea Davidson

Sheila Rhea Davidson

Sep 1, 2023

Bishopvile, S.C.

Mrs. Sheila Rhea Davidson, age 78 passed away September 1 at her residence with her loving son by her son.

Sheila was born in Columbia a daughter of Elma Crofts. She was a 1963 graduate of Ashwood Central High School and retired from DuPont.

Surviving is one son, Ken Player, Bishopville; three grandchildren, Reese Player, Bishopville, Matt Player,...

Arlene Rose Raus Compton

Arlene Rose Raus Compton

Aug 29, 2023

Patrick, S.C.

Mrs. Arlene Rose Raus Compton, age 85 went to her Heavenly Home on August 29 while at McLeod Health, Cheraw with her loving family by her side. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held Friday at 3:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Fred McDaniel will officiate. A visitation will be held following the service...

Margie Ann Perdue

Margie Ann Perdue

Aug 28, 2023

 

Miss Margie Ann Perdue age 82 passed away Monday at Morrell Nursing Center. A Celebration of Life service will be held Wednesday at 3:00 at Brown Springs Baptist Church directed by Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Donnie Faulkenbury will officiate, with burial in Cedar Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday 5-7 pm at the funeral home.

Miss Margie...

Clingman Blair Sells

Clingman Blair Sells

Aug 27, 2023

Mr. Clingman Blair Sells, 91, of Hartsville, died peacefully on Sunday morning, August 27th, 2023, while at Morrell Nursing Center, surrounded by his loving family. 

A native of Monroe, NC, Mr. Sells was a son of the late Clingman Bright & Nora Lee Haney Sells.  He attended Unionville Schools in Monroe and Appalachian State University of Boone, NC. 

Blair worked...

Jason J. Oliver

Jason J. Oliver

Aug 25, 2023

This obituary is being posted by Norton Funeral Home at the request of the family for local friends of Mr. Oliver.  All services have been entrusted to Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield.  For any floral orders, please contact Miller-Rivers-Caulder.

Chesterfield, SC

          Mr. Jason J. Oliver, age 41, entered into rest on Friday, August 25, 2023 with his family...

Winnie Mae Johnson Hatchell

Winnie Mae Johnson Hatchell

Aug 24, 2023

Hartsville, SC

Celebrating the Homegoing of Winnie “Mae” Johnson Hatchell age 95. Services will be held 3:00pm Sunday at Eastside Holiness Church.  Rev. Trae Smoak and Rev. Brent Thigpen will officiate.  Burial will be in Swift Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, directed by Norton Funeral Home.  Visitation of Remembrance will be held Saturday afternoon 5:00-7:00pm at Norton Funeral Home.

Mrs. Hatchell...

Joyce "MeMe" Sellers Wood

Joyce "MeMe" Sellers Wood

Aug 23, 2023

This obituary is being posted at the request of the family for local friends of Mrs. Wood.  All services have been entrusted to Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield and if you would like to order flowers, please do so by contacting Miller-Rivers-Caulder.  

Joyce Sellers Wood (lovingly known as MeMe), 81,left this world to be with the Lord and her...

William Courter Mozingo, Jr.

William Courter Mozingo, Jr.

Aug 21, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. William Courter Mozingo, Jr., 73, of Hartsville.  He passed away Monday evening, August 21st, 2023, with his wife and daughter by his side.

Mr. Mozingo was born in Hartsville, a son of the late William Courter, Sr. & Eliza Jane Wilson Mozingo.  He was the owner and...

Carol A. Moor Smith

Carol A. Moor Smith

Aug 21, 2023

Mrs. Carol A. Moor Smith, 85, of Inman, South Carolina, passed away Monday morning, August 21st, 2023, while at Magnolia Manor of Inman.

No services are currently planned.

The care of Mrs. Smith has been entrusted to Norton Funeral Home & Crematory of Hartsville.

Mary Steen (Libby) Johnson

Mary Steen (Libby) Johnson

Aug 21, 2023

Hartsville, S.C.

Mrs. Mary (Libby) Steen Johnson age 70 passed away August 21 while at Carolina Pines RMC with her loving family by her side.

Libby was born in Hartsville a daughter of Mary Florence Atkinson Branham and the late William Perry Steen. She retired from A.O. Smith after 33 years of service and was a member of Spring Branch...

Issac Timmons Chapman, Jr.

Issac Timmons Chapman, Jr.

Aug 19, 2023

Hartsville, S.C.

Funeral services for Issac Timmons Chapman, Jr. age 69 will be held Wednesday at 3:00 pm at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Buddy Amerson will officiate. Burial will be in the New Providence Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Issac was born in Hartsville a son of...

Mildred Oneal Brown

Mildred Oneal Brown

Aug 15, 2023

McBee, S.C.

Mrs. Mildred Oneal Brown age 84 went to her Heavenly Home on August 15, 2023. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Thursday August 17 at 5:00 pm at the Chapel of Norton Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Tabernacle Methodist Church Cemetery. Rev. Marin Griggs will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the...