Recent Obituaries
George Brooks Ballard
Aug 11, 2023
George Brooks (Pete) Ballard, a beloved member of the Hartsville, S.C. community, passed away on August 11, 2023, at Carolina Pines RMC with his loving family by his side. He was born on March 19, 1928, in Hartsville to the late Gus Ballard and Jesse Howle Ballard.Pete dedicated an impressive 50 years of his life to working at Sonoco Products...
Frederick William Tracy, Jr.
Aug 11, 2023
Frederick William Tracy, Jr., “Fred,” was born to Frederick William Tracy, Sr. and Mary Tracy on March 21st, 1947 in Atlantic City, NJ. Shortly after his birth the family moved to Seaford, DE before finally settling in Kinston, NC where Fred grew up.
Fred attended Leonard Hall in Leonardtown, MD and St. Francis Preparatory School in Spring Grove, PA where...
Laura Brown Latimer
Aug 9, 2023
Laura Brown Latimer
Laura Brown Latimer, beloved centenarian and family matriarch, died peacefully on August 9, 2023 at Carlyle McCoy in the presence of devoted family and caregivers. Born in Chesterfield SC on February 4, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Donald Austin Brown and Ella Price Brown.
Laura attended Meredith College, leaving in 1942 to support...
Clara Howell Atkinson
Aug 8, 2023
Clara Lee Howell Atkinson, age 71, of Hartsville, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 8th, 2023, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her family as she met the One for Whom she lived, Jesus Christ. Born on September 27th, 1951, in Hartsville, she was the daughter of Sidney Lide...
Emmett Lee Stewart, Jr.
Aug 7, 2023
It is with broken hearts and great sorrow that we announce the death of Emmett Lee Stewart, Jr. Lee passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 7, 2023, after suffering a heart attack. He was 68 years old.
Lee was born in Hartsville, SC on to Geraldine Stewart-Dalton and the late Emmett Lee Stewart, Sr. He graduated from...
Patricia Woods Caddell
Aug 5, 2023
Hartsville, SC
Patricia Woods Caddell, age 88, passed away on August 5, 2023, at Morrell Nursing Home. She was born on July 20, 1935, in Hartsville. Patricia had a giving heart and will be fondly remembered for her kind nature and selfless acts.Throughout her life, Patricia pursued various interests and careers. She found joy in interior decorating and had a...
Gerald Eugene "Gene" Norris
Aug 5, 2023
Gerald Eugene "Gene" Norris, passed away on August 5, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at McLeod Hospice. Born on August 15, 1949, in Lamar, SC., Gene was the son of Perry and Evelyn Worley Norris. He dedicated over 40 years as the owner and operator of Hartsville Heating and Air, where he became a symbol of dependability and excellence. His...
Doris May Rehrer Gainey
Aug 4, 2023
Doris May Rehrer Gainey, 97, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in her home in Hartsville, SC on August 4th, 2023. She was born on May 21, 1926, in Delaware to her loving parents. Doris will always be remembered for her incredible contributions to the textile industry and her unwavering dedication to her family and community.Doris's career in...
Pastor Wilburn "Will" Lee Cline
Jul 31, 2023
Pastor Wilburn "Will" Lee Cline, a beloved figure in the community and a dedicated minister, passed away on July 31, 2023. He was surrounded by his loving family at his home during his final moments.Born on June 17, 1939, Pastor Will dedicated his life to serving others and spreading the message of faith and love. For many years, he devoted...
Michell Twitty Talbert
Jul 30, 2023
Mr. Michell Twitty Talbert, 61, of Hartsville, passed away Sunday, July 30th, 2023, while at home.
A native and lifelong resident of Hartsville, Mr. Talbert was a son of the late C.V. & Gloria Malphus Talbert. He loved spending time with his daughter and getting together with family and friends. He also enjoyed watching Stock Car Racing.
He is survived...
Charles William "Billy" Hutto
Jul 29, 2023
Hartsville, SC
Charles William "Billy" Hutto was peacefully called home to the Lord on Saturday, July 29, 2023.A longtime resident of Hartsville, SC, Billy was married to the love of his life Gail Moore Hutto, for 61 years. He was a kind husband, father, and grandfather. He was also a devoted deacon, sunday school teacher, volunteer with Good News Club...
Trenton Farish "Trent" Johnson
Jul 29, 2023
Mr. Trenton Farish “Trent” Johnson, 39, of Hartsville, passed away Saturday morning, July 29th, 2023, while at Carolina Pines RMC.
A native of Hartsville, Mr. Johnson was a son of Kaye Flowers Johnson and Woody Johnson. First and foremost, Trent loved his daughter with all his heart. He would help anyone in need and enjoyed playing ball and the guitar. ...
Alice Faye Evans Byrd
Jul 27, 2023
Hartsville, S.C.
Funeral services for Alice Faye Evans Byrd, age 72 will be held Saturday at 11:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Russell Gainey will officiate. Burial will be in the Liberty Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. At other times the family will be meeting at the residence of...
William David Hopkins
Jul 24, 2023
Sumter, S.C.
William David Hopkins passed away 7/24/23 after a long illness. He was born in Sumter, 12/9/51. He was the son of the late Harrison Hopkins and Rosa March Hopkins, the husband of Mary Ann Kelly Hopkins.
David retired from Monti Inc in June 2020 and was previously employed with Bosh in Sumter and Reeves Brothers in Bishopville....
Teebie Joshua "TJ" Lee
Jul 22, 2023
Mr. Teebie Joshua “TJ” Lee, 50, of Florence, passed away Saturday, July 22nd, 2023.
A native and lifelong resident of Florence County, he was a son of the late Leonard Edward & Patricia Spivey Lee. TJ was known for being able to fix anything. He loved his family and was very strong in his faith in God.
Surviving is his...
Danny Howard Yates
Jul 17, 2023
Danny Howard Yates 76 of Drakes Branch Va. passed away July 17, 2023.Danny was a retired over the road truck driver and owner-operator.Danny had a kind gentle soul who enjoyed his retirement talking withand visiting his brothers and sister as often as he could. He enjoyedfishing, camping and riding around on his tractor. He and the love ofhis life Jane...
Michael Charles Wilson
Jul 16, 2023
Mr. Michael Charles Wilson, 55, of Anderson, SC and formerly of Hartsville, SC passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 16th, 2023, at his residence.
Michael was born and raised in Hartsville, SC. He was a creative multi-craftsman, master-mason, and stone-setter. Mikey was loved by all who knew him for his kindness and thoughtful, quiet nature. He enjoyed fishing and spending...
Darian Monroe Sullivan
Jul 15, 2023
McBee, S.C.
Mr. Darian Monroe Sullivan age 52 passed away July 15 at his residence with his loving family by his side. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Tuesday at 2:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home, Hartsville. Brent Bishop will officiate. Burial will be in the McBee Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday 5-7 pm at the...
Robert Gerald Howle, Sr.
Jul 11, 2023
Hartsville, S.C.
Mr. Robert Gerald Howle, Sr. age 78 passed away July 11 at his residence.
Mr. Howle was born in Hartsville, a son of the late Joel Mitchell Howle and Lois Hill Hoffman. He served his country well in the U.S. Navy and will be interred in the Florence National Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. He was...
Elaine Seay Hedgepeth
Jul 9, 2023
Hartsville, S.C.
Mrs. Elaine Hedgepeth age 81 went to her Heavenly Home on July 9 while at Carolina Pines RMC. A Celebration of Life service will be held Thursday July 13 at 11:00 am at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Lin Kirkman will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Mrs. Hedgepeth was born in...
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