Obituaries

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Carolyn King Harding

Carolyn King Harding

Oct 9, 2024

Dillon, S.C.

Carolyn King Harding, 94, came to rest on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024, at home in Dillon, SC. Funeral Services will be held Sunday at 3pm at Norton Funeral Home in Hartsville. Rev. Michael Sapp will officiate with graveside services following at Gum Branch Baptist Church cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 2:00pm.

 Mrs. Carolyn was born...

Jimmy Melvin "Mel" Byrd, Jr.

Jimmy Melvin "Mel" Byrd, Jr.

Oct 8, 2024

Hartsville, SC

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mr. Jimmy Melvin "Mel" Byrd, Jr.

Mel age 55 passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 while at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.  He was born in Hartsville, the son of the late Jimmy Melvin Byrd, Sr. and Peggy Coyt Johnson Byrd.  Mel was a talented auto repair...

James D. "J.D." Lewis

James D. "J.D." Lewis

Oct 6, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

James David (JD) Lewis age 89, went to his Heavenly Home on October 6 with his loving family by his side.

JD was born in Lydia a son of the late James Robert Lewis and Lila Pauline Lloyd Lewis. He was owner and operator of Frank’s Exxon for 50 years until his retirement. He was a member of the First...

Shamra Cassidy Felkel

Shamra Cassidy Felkel

Sep 27, 2024

Hartsville, SC 

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Shamra Hope Cassidy Felkel. Mrs. Felkel, 49, passed away Friday, September 27th, 2024.

     Shamra was born in Hartsville, a daughter of Sarah Wilks (Larry) O’Neal and the late, William Scott Cassidy. She was a true outdoors person, loving her animals and fishing. One of...

Jackie W. "Joe" Mason

Jackie W. "Joe" Mason

Sep 27, 2024

Norton Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to share with you the following obituary on behalf of the Mason family and Baker Funeral Home.  All services have been entrusted to Baker Funeral Home of Kershaw, SC.  

Jackie W. “Joe” Mason, age 68, of McBee S.C., passed away, Friday, September 27, 2024, at his home. He was born in Statesville, N.C....

Tommie Lou Jordan

Tommie Lou Jordan

Sep 26, 2024

Hartsville, SC

Mrs. Tommie Lou Jordan, passed away on September 26 2024, at the age of 76. Born on September 17, 1948, in Hartsville, SC

Tommie was known for her great love of cooking, often delighting those around her with her signature macaroni and cheese. Her kitchen was always a welcoming place filled with the sweet aroma of her favorite desserts, as...

Hobert Brockington King

Hobert Brockington King

Sep 24, 2024

Hartsville, SC

     Mr. Hobert Brockington "Sonny" King, 79, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, September 24th, 2024, while at home.  

     The care of Mr. King has been entrusted to Norton Funeral Home & Crematory, who will announce his service arrangements.  

Charles David (Charlie) Gilbert, Sr.

Charles David (Charlie) Gilbert, Sr.

Sep 23, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

It is with sadness that the family of Charles David Gilbert, Sr. announces his passing on September 23 while at Carolina Pines RMC.

Graveside services will be held Thursday at 3:00 at the Westview Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Visitation will be following the service at the cemetery. Rev. Gary Anderson and Rev. Lin Kirkman will officiate.

Charlie was born...

Ricky Shaun Stroud

Ricky Shaun Stroud

Sep 21, 2024

Patrick, S.C.

Funeral services for Ricky Shaun Stroud, age 45 who passed away September 21, will be held Tuesday at 5:00 at the Brown Springs Baptist Church. Rev. Donnie Faulkenbury will officiate. Burial will be in the Brown Springs Baptist Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Visitation will be Monday 5-7 at the funeral home.

Ricky was born in Hartsville, a...

Joyce Ann Bowen

Joyce Ann Bowen

Sep 18, 2024

Hartsville, SC

     Mrs. Joyce Ann Bowen passed away Wednesday, September 18th, 2024, while at Carolina Pines RMC at the age of 77. 

     A native of New York state, Mrs. Bowen was a daughter of the late Charles & Gladys Francis. Joyce liked to work in her garden, loved her cats, and enjoyed putting puzzles together. 

     Surviving are...

James Vernon Huggins, Sr.

James Vernon Huggins, Sr.

Sep 18, 2024

Lamar, S.C.

Mr. James Vernon Huggins, Sr, 86, husband of Ruby W. Huggins, passed away September 18th, 2024 after a brief illness.

Jimmy was born May 28th, 1938, in Lake City, eldest son of the late George Samuel Huggins, Sr. and Etta Lee Ard Huggins. Jimmy served in the United States Army, 82nd Airborne Division and was stationed both stateside and in...

Ricky L. Tolson

Ricky L. Tolson

Sep 14, 2024

Pastor Ricky Lynn Tolson, age 65 passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024 at home with his loving family by his side.

Ricky was the owner and operator of Tolson Barber Shop for several years, combining his entrepreneurial spirit with his love for serving others. His passion for evangelism and bringing people to Christ was evident in all aspects of his...

James Carroll "J.C." Hancock

James Carroll "J.C." Hancock

Sep 14, 2024

Bishopville, SC

James Carroll "J.C." Hancock, born on January 21, 1949, in Sumter, South Carolina, passed away on September 14, 2024. He lived a fulfilling life, dedicating 28 years of his career to DuPont, where he left an indelible mark with his hard work and commitment.

Mr. Hancock proudly served his country for three years in the United Army, demonstrating a spirit...

Bradley Michael Griese, Sr.

Bradley Michael Griese, Sr.

Sep 14, 2024

Florence, SC

     Reverend Bradley Griese, Sr., 65, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday evening, September 14th, 2024, at 8:58 while a patient at MUSC Health – Florence Medical Center.

     Born in Washington, D.C. on September 21st, 1958, to Alvin and Vickie Griese, he was the fourth of five children. 

     At age 7, following his parents’...

Brandon David Gardner

Brandon David Gardner

Sep 12, 2024

Bethune, S.C.

 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brandon David Gardner.  Brandon passed away Thursday, September 12th, 2024, at the age of 32. 

 Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 2:00 pm at the Westview Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Charlie Short will officiate. Visitation will be Tuesday 6-8 pm at the funeral home.

Brandon was...

Alan Lawrimore

Alan Lawrimore

Sep 11, 2024

Hartsville, SC

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Alan Lawrimore.

Alan age 59 passed away Wednesday morning at his home in Hartsville.

He was born in Hartsville, SC the son of the late Norman Holland Lawrimore and Brenda Rivers Lawrimore.  He was a loving brother, father and grandfather.

Left to cherish his memory are his brother, Mark Lawrimore; daughters, Sierra...

Jody Thomas Winburn

Jody Thomas Winburn

Sep 11, 2024

Hartsville, SC

     It is with heavy hearts that we, the Winburn family announce the passing of Jody Thomas Winburn. Jody passed away during the early morning hours of Wednesday, September 11th, 2024, at the age of 53.

     Mr. Winburn was born in Hartsville, a son of Jerry & Jean Winburn. With a larger-than-life personality, Jody was the epitome...

Carolyn M Taylor

Carolyn M Taylor

Sep 8, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

Carolyn M. Taylor age 91, passed away September 8 at her residence with her loving daughter by her side.

Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 11:00 am at the Magnolia Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Visitation will be 9:30 – 10:30 at Norton Funeral Home on Wednesday. Rev. Tom McCrea will officiate.

Carolyn was born in Fork Mountain TN,...

James T. Skinner, Jr.

James T. Skinner, Jr.

Sep 6, 2024

Funeral services for James T. Skinner, Jr. who passed away September 6, 2024 in Pickens, S.C., will be held Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 2:00 PM graveside at the Hebron United Methodist Church, 3471 Una Road, Bishopville, S.C. Burial will be in the Hebron Methodist Church Cemetery.

James was born in Bishopville, S.C., on May 6, 1935 to the late James...

Misty Nicole Butler

Misty Nicole Butler

Sep 6, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Misty Nicole Butler on September 6, while at Carolina Pines RMC.

Misty was a devout Christian who loved her family, especially her husband and kids, who were her whole heart. She loved sunflowers and all things purple or sparkly. If it was both purple and sparkly that was just...