Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Louise Southern Albert

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Frances Johnson McElveen

Frances Johnson McElveen

Feb 7, 2025

Hartsville, SC

Our mama Frances Johnson McElveen joined her husband Don in her heavenly home on Friday, February 7th, 2025. She was in our family home with her family. Mama was 93 years young. 

She was born on October 16,1931 in Johnsonville, SC to her parents Mabel and Victor Johnson and was the baby of 8 children. She was a loving wife...

Jayson Morgan O'Neal

Jayson Morgan O'Neal

Feb 7, 2025

Hartsville, SC

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Jayson Morgan O’Neal. Jayson, 47, passed away Friday evening, February 7th, 2025, with his family by his side.

     A native and lifelong resident of Hartsville, Mr. O’Neal was a son of the late Bogan Cash, II & Mary Ann Weaver O’Neal. Jayson was a...

Sara Irene Hall Atkinson

Sara Irene Hall Atkinson

Feb 5, 2025

Hartsville, SC

     Mrs. Sara Irene Hall Atkinson went to her Heavenly home on Wednesday morning, February 5th, 2025, while at McCoy Memorial Nursing Center, while surrounded by her family. Irene was 84 years old. 

     Born in Camden, a daughter of the late Buddy & Bonnie Arrants Ray. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and friend....

Mary Elizabeth Britt Ballard

Mary Elizabeth Britt Ballard

Feb 3, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Britt Ballard, age 88, embraced her beloved Jesus at 8:22pm on Monday, February 3, 2025 following a brief illness. Mary joined the Church Triumphant while her son, Paul, read to her from Revelation 21, “A New Heaven and a New Earth.” She lived her life as a devout, lifelong Christian who loved Jesus, her family, and the University...

Zonnie Houser

Zonnie Houser

Feb 3, 2025

Bishopville, S.C.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Zonnie P. Houser who left us on February 3, 2025. She was a loving mother, a devoted caregiver, and a true angel to everyone who knew her.Born on January 9th, 1959, Zonnie lived a life full of compassion, kindness, and unwavering love. As a caregiver,...

Dorothy Powell Hickson

Dorothy Powell Hickson

Feb 3, 2025

Bishopville, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Dorothy Powell Hickson of Bishopville on February 3, while at the McLeod Hospice House.

Graveside services will be held Thursday February 6 at 1:00 at the Ashwood Baptist Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home, Bishopville. Rev. Timmy Lee will officiate. The family will receive friends following the service...

Angela Denise Carpenter

Angela Denise Carpenter

Feb 2, 2025

We are saddened to announce the death of Angela Denise Carpenter age 52. Ms. Carpenter passed away February 2, 2025 while at the McLeod Hospice House.

Funeral plans and obituary will be posted later.

Norton Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to serve the Carpenter family.

Deborah Beasley Banks Brown

Deborah Beasley Banks Brown

Feb 2, 2025

Hartsville, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Deborah Beasley Banks Brown, age 73 on February 2, 2025 while at her residence.

A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday at 3:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home.

Deborah was born in Darlington a daughter of the late...

Judith Chapman Howell

Judith Chapman Howell

Feb 1, 2025

Florence, S.C.

Judith Chapman Howell, 80, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025. Judy was born in Austin, TX in 1944 to the late Floyd L. Chapman and Clara Margaret.

Graveside services will be held Thursday February 6 at 10:00 am at the Florence Memorial Gardens directed by Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Greg Batchelor will officiate. Visitation will be following the service...

Judy Hoffman Barr

Judy Hoffman Barr

Jan 27, 2025

McBee, S.C.

Mrs. Judy Hoffman Barr age 81, went to her Heavenly Home on January 27, 2025 while at McCoy Nursing Center. Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 11:00 at the Magnolia Cemetery in Hartsville directed by Norton Funeral Home. Mr. Steve Winburn will officiate. Visitation will be following the service at the graveside.

Mrs. Barr was born in McBee, a...