Recent Obituaries
James P. McMillan, IV
Sep 5, 2024
Bishopville, SC Mr. James P. “Jamie” McMillan, IV passed away Thursday, September 5th, 2024, at the age of 53.
Jamie was born in Sumter, SC, a son of James McMillan and Marsha Ann “Shan” Gentry. Being outdoors was a true love of his; hunting and fishing were two things he greatly enjoyed. He also enjoyed going to music...
Dorothy Griggs Kelley Linton
Sep 5, 2024
Hartsville, S.C.
Mrs. Dorothy Griggs Kelley Linton, age 91, went to her Heavenly Home on September 5 with her loving family by her side.
Funeral services will be held Sunday at 3:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Mike Madaris and Rev. Lin Kirkman will officiate. Burial will be in the Kelleytown Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior...
William Boyce Childers, Jr.
Sep 4, 2024
McBee, SC
Mr. William Boyce “Will” Childers, Jr., 47, passed away Wednesday, September 4th, 2024, peacefully while at his home.
Will was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, grandfather, and friend to so many. He was an active member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Bethune and was employed by Impact Imaging of Darlington. Will was an avid...
Cynthia Diane Lee
Sep 3, 2024
Hartsville, SC
Mrs. Cynthia Diane “Cyndi” Lee, 65, went home to be with The Lord on Tuesday afternoon, September 3rd, 2024, while at Prisma Health – Richland, with her family by her side.
Mrs. Lee was born in Florence, a daughter of Don Lee, Sr. and the late, Martha Dority Lee. She was employed with McLeod Health for...
Grady Floyd Gaskins
Sep 2, 2024
Funeral services for Grady Floyd Gaskins, who passed away September 2, 2024 will be held Friday at 11 :00 am at the Union Methodist Church. Rev. Tracy Gooding will officiate. Burial will be in the Union Methodist Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Visitation will be Thursday 5-7 pm at Norton Funeral Home, Hartsville.
Grady was born in McBee, a...
Peggy Howell Gainey
Sep 2, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that William Gerald Gainey announces the death of his beloved wife Peggy Howell Gainey, age 81. Peggy entered into rest on Monday, September 2, 2024 while at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Peggy was born in Hartsville ,the daughter of the late George Belk Howell and Otcha Mae Gardner.
Left to cherish her memory are...
Kenneth Charles Atkinson
Sep 2, 2024
Hartsville, SC Mr. Kenneth Charles Atkinson, 73, passed away Monday, September 2nd, 2024, while at home.
Mr. Atkinson was born in Hartsville, a son of the late Robert Charles & Margaret Winburn Atkinson. He was a graduate of Hartsville High School and worked numerous jobs throughout the area, including security and carpentry work. He greatly loved his family...
Annie Blackwell Spencer
Aug 31, 2024
Hartsville, SC
We are saddened to announce the passing of Mrs. Annie "Frog" Blackwell Spencer.
Mrs. Spencer age 74 passed away Saturday morning surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Hartsville the daughter of the late Daniel Ben Wallace and Maggie Gainey Wallace.
To know Ann was to love her. Ann had a wonderful personality and loved everyone. She had a...
Louis Calvin Baker
Aug 30, 2024
Bishopville, S.C.
Louis C. Baker, age 96, passed away on August 30, 2024 in Bishopville.
Louis was the son of Jim and Vinie Baker of Lee County. He is survived by his wife, Thelma A. Baker of Bishopville; son, Jerry Baker of Calabash, NC; daughter, Gayle Baker of Little River, SC, as well as a granddaughter, Michelle Carter (Tommy) of Rock Hill;...
Shirley Wright Sifford
Aug 29, 2024
The following obituary is being posted by Norton Funeral Home & Crematory as a courtesy to local family & friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with Reverend Jeff, Carolyn and the entire Sifford family. All services have been entrusted to Powles Staton Funeral Home of Rockwell, NC.
Shirley Wright Sifford, 89, of Rockwell, entered into Glory and joined her Lord and...
John Anthony Byrd
Aug 28, 2024
Lamar, SC
It is with heavy hearts that the Byrd family announces the passing of their cherished brother and uncle, John Anthony "Tony" Byrd, who passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at the age of 49.
Born on August 9, 1975, in Hartsville, SC, Tony was the beloved son of the late Johnny Alton Byrd and Odessa Alexander Byrd. He was...
Franklin "Frank" L. Gainey, Jr.
Aug 24, 2024
Hartsville, SC
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mr. Franklin "Frank" L. Gainey, Jr..
Frank age 40 passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024 while at the McLeod Hospice House.
He was born in Hartsville, SC the son of the late Franklin L. Gainey, Sr. and the late Sharon Lee Shelton. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with...
Mike T. Stephens
Aug 19, 2024
Mike T. Stephens age 80, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024, at McCoy Nursing Home in Bishopville, SC.
Mike was the proud owner and operator of Stampede Western Wear in Lugoff, SC, where he served the community and forged many lasting friendships. Prior to establishing his business, he dedicated 25 years of service to Standard Warehouse Company, showcasing his strong...
Betty Lou Brown Hetrick
Aug 16, 2024
Hartsville, SC
Mrs. Betty Lou Brown Hetrick, age 86, passed away on August 16, 2024. Betty was known for her exceptional skills as a cosmetologist. She dedicated a significant portion of her life to teaching the art of cosmetology at Chris Logan and Legrand, shaping the futures of many aspiring stylists.
Betty lived a life filled with joy and spirit. Those who...
Michelle "Micah" Mercer
Aug 15, 2024
Dillon, SC
Michelle Anna Mercer, known affectionately as Micah, passed away on August 15th, 2024, in Dillon, South Carolina, at the age of 62. Born on February 21st, 1962, in Galesburg, Illinois, Micah Led a life marked by dedication and service.
Micah proudly served in the Army’s 6th Regiment Military Police for four years, a testament to his...
Sarah Josey McDonald
Aug 13, 2024
Hartsville, SC Mrs. Sarah Josey McDonald passed away Tuesday evening, August 13th, 2024, at the age of 93. Her service will be conducted at 11:00 on Saturday morning, August 17th, 2024, by the graveside of Darlington Memory Gardens with Reverend Kitral Benton and Reverend Danny Nicholson officiating. The family will be receiving friends Friday evening, August 16th, 2024,...
Rhonda Evelyn Parker Pearce
Aug 12, 2024
Hartsville, SC
Rhonda Pearce, born on December 20, 1951, in Hartsville, SC, peacefully passed away on August 12, 2024.
Throughout her life, Rhonda found joy in simple pleasures. She had a profound love for bird watching, with a particular fondness for searching for the elusive Painted Bunting. A devoted member of the Greater Heights Baptist Church, Rhonda found solace in reading her...
Brooksie Ann Bowen
Aug 11, 2024
Hartsville, S.C.
Ms. Brooksie Ann Bowen age 89 passed away August 11 at her residence with her loving family by her side.
Brooksie was born in Lake City a daughter of the late Troy and Addie Stephens Daniels. She is survived by two daughters, Ann (Jason) Crowley and Susan Brown Futrell both of Hartsville; seven grandchildren, Michael (Lisa) Bailey, Kelli (Jack) Elvington,...
James Darrell (JD) Tyner
Aug 10, 2024
Hartsville, S.C.
Mr. James Darrell (JD) Tyner age 77, went to his Heavenly Home on August 10 while at the McLeod Hospice House. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 4:00 at Edwards Chapel Church. Burial will be in the Edwards Chapel Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Danny Pierce and Rev. Jeff Williams will officiate. Visitation will be...
William Edward Timmons
Aug 10, 2024
Hartsville, SC
Mr. William Edward “Billy” Timmons went home to be with his Lord and rejoin his wife, Jean G. Timmons on Saturday morning, August 10th, 2024, at the age of 94.
A native of Sumter, Mr. Timmons was born on June 8th, 1930, to the late Alex & Harriett Sims Timmons. He was a proud member of...
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