Recent Obituaries
Sandra Gainey Short
Oct 18, 2024
Sandra G. Short, age 63, of Hartsville, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on the morning of October 18, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of the late Letitia Ann Steen and Edward Gainey.
A devoted mother and grandmother, Sandra took immense pride in her children’s accomplishments and found boundless joy in her grandchildren, who were...
Mr. Troy Lee Chisholm
Oct 16, 2024
Troy Lee Chisholm age 67 went to his Heavenly Home on October 16 at his residence with his loving family by his side.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2:00 at the Cedar Creek Baptist Church. Pastor Teddy Moore and Pastor Chuck Chisholm will officiate. Burial will be in Cedar Creek Baptist Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home, Hartsville....
Haley Elizabeth Tyner Goins
Oct 15, 2024
Hartsville, S.C.
Funeral services for Haley Elizabeth Tyner Goins, age 43, will be held Friday at 4:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Ladell Humphries will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Haley was born in Hartsville, a daughter of Tracy Tyner and Susan Elizabeth McPherson Tyner. She was a member of North Hartsville Baptist Church. She...
William Harper Cross, Sr.
Oct 14, 2024
Hartsville, SC
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. William Harper “Bill” Cross, Sr. Mr. Cross, 71, passed away Monday afternoon, October 14th, 2024, while at MUSC Health – Florence, with his family by his side.
A native and lifelong resident of Hartsville, Mr. Cross was a son of the late Harper H....
Lyndal Faye Perdue Brown
Oct 11, 2024
Hartsville, SC
We are saddened to announce the passing of Lyndal Faye Perdue Brown.
Mrs. Brown age 81 passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024 at her residence with her loving family by her side.
She was born in Hartsville, SC the daughter of the late Carl C. and Janie Smith Perdue. She enjoyed spending her time cooking and gardening. She was very...
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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...