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Danny Joe Munn

Danny Joe Munn

Jan 4, 2024

Hartsville, SC

A celebration of remembrance for Danny Joe Munn will be held on Sunday afternoon from 2:00-4:00pm held from The Parlor at First Baptist Church in Hartsville.  The family welcomes you to drop in for a time of remembrance.

Mr. Munn age 76 passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2024.  He was born in Hartsville, SC the son of...

Ricky Edwin Simmons, Sr.

Ricky Edwin Simmons, Sr.

Jan 4, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

Rickey Edwin Simmons, Sr. age 64 passed away January 4 at his residence.

A visitation will be held Sunday from 4-6 pm at Norton Funeral Home.

Rickey was born in Columbia a son of the late Ralph Edwon Simmons, Sr. and Susie Evelyn Hall Simmons. He was employed with SAIA Motor Freight in Florence as a Truck Driver....

Sammie Elmer Bell

Sammie Elmer Bell

Jan 3, 2024

Sammie Elmer Bell, 91, of Bishopville, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born on October 11, 1932 in Belton, South Carolina, he was the son of William James “Willie” Bell and Lillie Mae Motes Bell. 

He moved to Bishopville as a young man in 1955, where he worked for more than forty years...

Narvie Lee Stacey

Narvie Lee Stacey

Jan 2, 2024

Hartsville, SC

Mr. Narvie Lee Stacey, 91, passed away Tuesday afternoon, January 2nd, 2024, while at home with his family.

Mr. Stacey was born in Monroeville, AL, a son of the late Edward Mose & Mitte Mae Manning Stacey.  Lee worked with PET Milk and later owned and operated Stacey Sporting Goods in Marion, SC.  Mr. Stacey was a United...

Linda Rae Brigman

Linda Rae Brigman

Jan 1, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

Mrs. Linda Rae Brigman age 82, passed away January 1 while at Morrell Nursing Center with her loving daughter Rhonda Hoffman and son in law Johnny Hoffman by her side.

Graveside services will be held Thursday at 1:00 at the Patrick Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Her grandson Chase Hoffman will officiate. Visitation will be following the...

Willie Kay Hill

Willie Kay Hill

Dec 31, 2023

Hartsville, S.C.

Willie Kay Hill age 74, passed away at her residence on December 31, 2023.

Graveside services will be held Sunday at 2:00 at the Pine Ridge Holiness Church Cemetery. Rev. Richie Bradshaw will officiate. Visitation will be following the service at the graveside. Friends may also pay their respect and view Mrs. Hill anytime Sunday from 10:30...

James Leander Gardner, Sr.

James Leander Gardner, Sr.

Dec 27, 2023

Hartsville, S.C.

James Leander Gardner, Sr. age 77 went to his Heavenly Home on December 27.  Visitation will be Sunday, from 2-3 prior to the funeral service beginning 3:00 at the Savannah Advent Christian Church. Rev. John Gallagher will officiate. Burial will be in the Savannah Advent Christian Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home.

Mr. Gardner was born...

Clarissa Brown Epps

Clarissa Brown Epps

Dec 27, 2023

Bishopville, S.C.

Funeral services for Clarissa Brown Epps, age 78 will be held Friday at 11:00 at Mel's Chapel Church. Rev. Hazel Mixon and Rev. Ann Chavis will officiate. Burial will be in Mel's Chapel Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church.

Mrs. Epps was born in Florence...

Sandra Lee Turner Crowley

Sandra Lee Turner Crowley

Dec 26, 2023

Hartsville, SC

We are saddened to announce the passing of Sandra Turner Crowley.  A visitation of remembrance will be held Friday, December 29, 2023 at Norton Funeral Home from 5:00-7:00pm.  

Mrs. Crowley age 79 passed away on Tuesday, December 26 while at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.  She was born in Cheraw, SC the daughter of the late...

Mary Nancy H. Walker

Mary Nancy H. Walker

Dec 25, 2023

Bishopville, SCMrs. Mary Nancy Walker, 76, passed away Monday evening, December 25th, 2023, while surrounded by her family.

A native of Lee County, Mrs. Walker was a daughter of the late Rothwell Walter & Zuleen Gardner Tedder.  Mary Nancy was a member of St. Matthew Christian Church and dearly loved gospel music.  She would travel great distances just to listen...

Mike "Mikey" Smith

Mike "Mikey" Smith

Dec 25, 2023

Hartsville, SC/Garden City

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Billy Mike "Mikey" Smith, age 73, on December 25 at Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 4:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Ladell Humphries will officiate. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service...

Sarah Vardner Johnson Watson

Sarah Vardner Johnson Watson

Dec 23, 2023

Hartsville, SC

Mrs. Sarah Vardner Johnson Watson joined The Church Triumphant during the early morning hours of Saturday, December 23rd, 2023, at the age of 102.

Mrs. Watson was born in Chesterfield County, 1 of 12 children born to the late James Cordy & Katherine Howle Johnson.  Sarah was a master woodworker; building cabinets and other pieces of furniture.  Mrs....

Nathan Joshua Thomas

Nathan Joshua Thomas

Dec 22, 2023

Hartsville, SC

Nathan Joshua Thomas, age 39 passed away on December 22, 2023. He was born on December 10, 1984, in Florence, South Carolina, to his parents Darasa Moore Thomas and Bobby Thomas.From an early age, Nathan showed the love of being outdoors. His career as a landscaper allowed him to indulge his passion for working outside and showcased his...

Martin James Riley

Martin James Riley

Dec 21, 2023

Hartsville, SC

Martin James Riley age 76 died peacefully at home on 12/21/2023.  He was born in Philadelphia PA on November 10, 1947 to Mr. Martin Riley Sr and Anna Riley. Surviving to cherish all the best memories are his daughters Donna Fay (Ron) of Cape May Court House NJ, Lori Abend (John) of Sumter SC. Three grandchildren Ronnie...

Gayle Frances Young Seales

Gayle Frances Young Seales

Dec 17, 2023

Hartsville, S.C.

Mrs. Gayle Frances Young Seales age 73 passed away December 17 while at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence.

A time of visitation will be held Tuesday from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at Norton Funeral Home in Hartsville. Burial will be on Thursday December 21 at 2:00 at the Mountain Home National Cemetery in Johnson City, TN...

Jerry Faye Rivers

Jerry Faye Rivers

Dec 10, 2023

Hartsville, S.C.

Jerry Faye Rivers of Hartsville, S.C. entered his home in glory on December 10, 2023 at the age of 89. Jerry is a Veteran of the U.S. Army 1955-1957. He had a 36 year career working for Sonoco in Hartsville and retired early at the age of 55. Jerry enjoyed 34 years of doing things his way, which...

Sally Gandy Faile

Sally Gandy Faile

Dec 10, 2023

Sally Gandy Faile, 93, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, December 10,2023.  Sally was born in Hartsville, SC on November 5, 1930, to James Dowell and Coela Tyner Gandy.  She was a graduate of Hartsville High School and worked as secretary for Dr James B. Little of Emmanuel Baptist Church. She was married in 1956 to James L....

David Lawrence (Cowboy) Corbett

David Lawrence (Cowboy) Corbett

Dec 8, 2023

 

Bethune, S.C.

Funeral services for David Lawrence Corbett age 71 who passed away December 8 will be held Sunday at 3:00 at the Harmony Baptist Church. Rev. Tim Stephens will officiate. Burial will be in the Brannon Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home, Hartsville. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church.

Mr. Corbett was...

Sallie Lucille James

Sallie Lucille James

Dec 6, 2023

Miss Sallie Lucille James, 66, of Hartsville, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2023, while at home.

She was born in Florence the daughter of the late David Hamilton and Sara Louise Campbell James.

Memorial services will be held 4:00pm Sunday, December 17, 2023 at the Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church.  Rev. Veverlyn Watson Smith will officiate.  Visitation will be held...

Lisa Ann King

Lisa Ann King

Dec 4, 2023

Bishopville, S.C.

Mrs. Lisa Ann King age 65 passed away December 4 at her residence.

Lisa was born in Burlington, VT a daughter of the late Francis Walter LeMieux and Henrietta Medder LeMieux.

Surviving is one daughter, Cherrie (William) Tyner, Patrick; one son, Walter (Haley) Henry Goins, Hartsville; two brothers, Joey (Paulette) LeMieux and Billy LeMieux; one sister, Pam LeMieux;...

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