Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Patricia Howle Byrd

Patricia Howle Byrd

Feb 15, 2026

Hartsville, SC

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Patricia Howle Byrd. Mrs. Byrd passed away Sunday evening, February 15th, 2026, while at home. She was 60 years old.

     Born in Greenwood, SC, Patricia was a daughter of the late Margaret Sullivan Howle. She loved spending time with her family and shopping. In...

Sharon Elizabeth Yow Turner

Sharon Elizabeth Yow Turner

Feb 15, 2026

Murrells Inlet, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the death of Ms. Sharon Elizabeth Yow Turner age 48, formally of Hartsville. Sharon passed away Feb. 15, 2026 at Conway Medical Center with her loving family by her side.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2:00 pm at the Norton Funeral Home Chapel in Hartsville. Rev. John Helms and...

Jennifer Glasscock

Jennifer Glasscock

Feb 13, 2026

Hartsville, S.C.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Ms. Jennifer Glasscock, age 50. Jennifer passed away February 13, 2026 while at Carolina Pines RMC.

Jennifer was born March 16, 1975 in Florence a daughter of Mildred Williamson Glasscock and the late Larry Glasscock.

She is survived by her mother, Mildred Glasscock; her biological children, Noah Atkinson and McKenzie...

Diana Lee Windsor

Diana Lee Windsor

Feb 13, 2026

Hartsville, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the death of Mrs. Diana Lee Windsor, age 86 who went to her Heavenly Home on February 13, 2026 while at her residence with her loving family by her side.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday February 17, 2026 at 2:00 pm at the Norton Funeral Home Chapel, Hartsville. Rev. Champ Squires...

Julie McCaskill Bell

Julie McCaskill Bell

Feb 12, 2026

Norton Funeral Home, Bishopville is honored to post the following obituary for the Bell and Brown family

Julie McCaskill Bell, 56, of Mullins, passed away following injuries sustained during an automobile accident in Georgetown, on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Tidelands-Georgetown Memorial Hospital.

Julie, a loving mother, kind soul, and friend to many, was born on February 11, 1970, in Bishopville, South...

John Anthony (Tony) Anderson

John Anthony (Tony) Anderson

Feb 11, 2026

McBee, S.C.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. John Anthony (Tony) Anderson age 63. Tony passed away February 11, 2026 at his residence.

Tony was born in Hartsville a son of Mrs. Zuline Hayden Fales and the late John Anderson. John had previously worked at A.O. Smith in McBee.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be...

Rev. Charles Heyward McLendon, Sr.

Rev. Charles Heyward McLendon, Sr.

Feb 10, 2026

Charles Heyward McLendon Sr. age 80 entered the arms of Christ surrounded by his family on February 10. Graveside Services will be held 2:00pm Friday at the Kelleytown Baptist Church cemetery with Rev. Lin Kirkman officiating, directed by Norton Funeral Home. Visitation will be Thursday 5-7 pm at the funeral home.Mr. McLendon was born in Hartsville a son of the...

Judy Weaver Lane Rabon

Judy Weaver Lane Rabon

Feb 10, 2026

We are honored to share the obituary on Mrs. Judy Rabon as a courtesy to local family and friends.  

Our beloved Judy Weaver Lane Rabon, of Florence, South Carolina, passed away on February 10, 2026, at the age of 83 after several years of living with primary progressive aphasia. She loved her family and friends and filled her home with warmth...

Kenneth Vernon Lefew

Kenneth Vernon Lefew

Feb 7, 2026

Hartsville, SC

Mr. Kenneth Vernon Lefew, age 79, passed away peacefully on February 2026, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC. There will be a small memorial for family and friends, with details to be determined.

Born on October 9, 1946, in North Carolina, Mr. Lefew was the son of the late James Douglas Lefew and Captolia Farmer Lefew. He was a...

Randall Carter Huggins, Jr.

Randall Carter Huggins, Jr.

Feb 4, 2026

Hartsville, SC

     Mr. Randall Carter Huggins Jr., 55, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and lifelong public servant, passed away peacefully during the early morning hours of Wednesday, February 4th, 2026, while at home with his family. Born September 18, 1970, he was the beloved son of the late Randall Huggins Sr. and the late Mary Nancy Walker.

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Donna Kaye Davis

Donna Kaye Davis

Feb 3, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Donna Kaye Davis, a devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. She was a woman of faith, love, and compassion who touched many lives through her kindness and caregiving spirit.



She is survived by her children , Katherine Dority (Art Farmer); Preston (Jessica) Dority. Grandchildren, Trinity Chapman, Teddy Chapman, Chad...

Frank Wayne James, Sr.

Frank Wayne James, Sr.

Feb 3, 2026

Hartsville, SC

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Frank Wayne James, Sr. Mr. James went home to be with The Lord on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, at the age of 79.

     Wayne was born in Florence, a son of the late Charlie & Dorothy Harold James. He retired from the trucking industry...

Annie Boykin McElveen

Annie Boykin McElveen

Feb 2, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that the family of Annie Lee Boykin Green McElveen announces her home-going on February 2, 2026. The directors of Norton Funeral Home and Crematory of Bishopville, SC, are caring for the family.

Born on September 5, 1927, to Burdell and Lottie Brown Boykin, Annie was a woman of profound grace, industry, and strength. She graduated from...

Linda Darlene Watkins

Linda Darlene Watkins

Feb 1, 2026

Patrick, S.C.

Mrs. Linda Darlene Watkins, age 63, passed away February 1, 2026 at her residence with her loving family by her side.

Mrs. Watkins was born in Chicago, IL a daughter of the late Louis A. Hall and Margaret Andrews Hall. She retired from Cal Maine after 13 years of service. She loved her dogs which she considered her Babies, and...

Mary Elizabeth Hartley

Mary Elizabeth Hartley

Jan 30, 2026

Hartsville, SC

Mary Elizabeth Hartley, a beloved sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully at her residence on January 30, 2026, at the age of 54. Born on August 7, 1971, in Silver Springs, Maryland, she touched the lives of many during her time on this earth.

Mary was known for her sentimental nature, always cherishing the moments she shared with her...

Wesley Hall

Wesley Hall

Jan 29, 2026

Hartsville, SC

Wesley, a beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on January 29, 2026, at the age of 64. Wesley was born on March 1, 1961, in Hartsville, South Carolina. He dedicated much of his life to being a groundskeeper at a local golf course, a role that allowed him not only to cultivate the land but also to foster...

Claude William Capell

Claude William Capell

Jan 26, 2026

Hartsville, SC

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Claude William Capell. Mr. Capell passed away Monday evening, January 26th, 2026, surrounded by his family while at Carolina Pines. He was 69 years old.

     A native and lifelong resident of Hartsville, Mr. Capell was a son of the late Arthur & Gladys Wilson...

Grady Hall

Grady Hall

Jan 26, 2026

Hartsville, S.C.

It Is with sad hearts that we announce the death of Mr. Grady Hall. Mr. Hall went home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 26, 2026.

Funeral services will be held Thursday January 29, at 3:00 pm at the Green Hill Church of God of Prophecy. Rev. Jerry Gainey will officiate. Burial will be in the Green...

James Furman Teal

James Furman Teal

Jan 25, 2026

Patrick, S.C.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Furman Teal. Mr. Teal passed away January 25, 2026 at the age of 55.

James was born in Darlington County. He was the son of the late Furman Lee and the late Ester Hopkins Teal. Mr. Teal worked various odd jobs through his life, including truck driving, carpentry...

Syble Jo Webb

Syble Jo Webb

Jan 24, 2026

Hartsville, SC

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Syble Jo Webb. Mrs. Webb passed away Saturday evening, January 24th, 2026, while at MUSC Health – Florence Medical Center. She was 80 years old.

     Born in Hartsville, Syble was a daughter of the late Glenn & Essie Woodle Huggins. She retired from Byrnes...