Recent Obituaries
Crystal Rene' Gainey-Liles
Jun 26, 2026
Hartsville, SC It is with heavy hearts that we share with you the passing of Ms. Crystal Rene' Gainey-Liles. Crystal passed away on Friday, June 26th, 2026, at the age of 54.
The care of Ms. Gainey-Liles has been entrusted to Norton Funeral Home & Crematory, who will announce her service arrangements next week.
Walter Snell
Jun 23, 2026
Bishopville, SC
We are saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Walter Snell.
Mr. Snell age 70, who was a resident of McCoy Nursing Home in Bishopville, SC passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 while at Carolina Pines Hospital.
No arrangements are scheduled at this time.
Norton Funeral Home and Crematory are honored to be of service to the Snell family.
Blanche Gainey Gardner
Jun 21, 2026
McBee. S.C.
Mrs. Blanche Gainey Gardner, age 79 went to her Heavenly Home on June 21, 2206 while at her residence.
Funeral services will be held Thursday June 25 at 3:00 at the Spring Branch Baptist Church. Rev. Richard Clark and Rev. Charlie Short will officiate. Burial will be in the Spring Branch Baptist Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Visitation...
Doris Lederer Gardner
Jun 20, 2026
Hartsville, S.C.
It is with sadness that we announce the death of Mrs. Doris Lederer Gardner, age 94. Mrs. Gardner passed away at the Legacy of Hartsville with her loving family by her side.
Mrs. Gardner was born in Philadelphia, PA, a daughter of the late Walter Carl Lederer and Sophie Weinberger Lederer.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a...
George Thomas "Tommy" Lee
Jun 20, 2026
George Thomas Lee (Tommy), born September 24, 1941, in Florence County, South Carolina, entered into his eternal rest surrounded by family and faith. He was the beloved son of the late Guyan Floyd Lee and Myrtle Hyman Lee.
Tommy graduated from Saint John’s High School and proudly served in the United States Army National Guard. He devoted 36 years of faithful...
Hazel Laverne Tyner
Jun 19, 2026
Hartsville, S.C.
It is with sad hearts that we announce the death of Hazel Laverne Tyner age 79. Mr. Tyner passed away June 19, 2026 while at his residence.
No services are planned at this time and a full obituary will be posted later.
Hildreth (Hibby) Rowell Jeffords
Jun 19, 2026
Hartsville, S.C.
Hildreth "Hibby" Rowell Jeffords, 83, of Hartsville, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family after a sudden illness. Born on February 20, 1943, in Marion, South Carolina, Hibby was the beloved daughter of Travis L. Rowell and Christine B. Rowell.
Hibby dedicated her life to her family, friends, and community. She was known...
Phillip "Phil" Marvin Whittle
Jun 18, 2026
Hartsville, SC
Mr. Phillip "Phil" Marvin Whittle age 61, LTC retired passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Phil passed away due to complications of Kidney Cancer that metastasized to his lungs.
He was born at Byerly Hospital in Hartsville, SC on March 17, 1965, the only child of Clyde Marvin Whittle (Jan. 24,...
Paul Theron Howle, Jr.
Jun 17, 2026
The following obituary is being posted by Norton Funeral Home & Crematory as a courtesy to local friends and family of Mr. Howle. All services have been entrusted to Heritage Funeral & Cremation Services of Indian Trail, NC.Mr. Paul Theron Howle, Jr., a native of Hartsville, South Carolina, who spent the later chapter of his life in Indian Trail, North...
James Harold Gardner
Jun 16, 2026
It is with sad hearts that we announce the death of Mr. James Harold Gardner, age 83. Mr. Gardner passed away June 16, 2026 at his residence.
Our beloved father and grandfather, James Gardner, has left this earth to be with his heavenly family. While he will be truly missed, we take comfort in knowing he is at peace.
A proud veteran...
Everett Holiday Sauls
Jun 16, 2026
Everett Holiday Sauls, a man whose life was marked by dedication, craftsmanship, and a gentle spirit, passed away peacefully at his residence on June 16, 2026. Born on February 7, 1952, in Kingstree, South Carolina.
From the earliest days of his working career, Everett embraced the skills and discipline of an electrician, mastering his craft with precision and care. His professional...
Heyward Branham
Jun 15, 2026
Bishopville, S.C.
It is with sad hearts that we announce the death of Mr. Heyward Branham, age 78. Mr. Branham passed away June 15, 2026 at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital in Sumter.
A graveside service will be held Thursday June 18 at 2:00 pm at the Piedmont Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 12:30 - 1:30 pm...
Charles Ray Leonard, Jr.
Jun 15, 2026
Hartsville, SC
It is with heavy hearts that we share with you the passing of Mr. Charles Ray Leonard, Jr. Mr. Leonard passed away while at home on Monday, June 15th, 2026, at the age of 53.
Charles was born in Clermont, FL, a son of Charles Leonard, Sr. and the late, Janie Dixon Kirkland. He was an...
William Gaddy Alexander
Jun 14, 2026
The following obituary is being shared as a courtesy to local friends and family of Mr. Alexander. All services have been entrusted to the Cremation Society of Charlotte, NC.
William Gaddy Alexander, age 82, of York, SC, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026 with his wife by his side. He was born on January 28, 1944 in Hartsville, SC,...
Kenneth Eugene (Gene) Peavy
Jun 10, 2026
Kenneth Eugene “Gene” Peavy
Jan 7, 1953-June 10, 2026
Kenneth Eugene “Gene” Peavy, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away June 10, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 11:00 am at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. David Mullen will officiate. A private burial will be held later. Visitation will be one hour...
Marie Gainey Welch
Jun 10, 2026
Hartsville, SC
It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we share the sudden passing of Marie G. Welch, who entered rest on Wednesday, June 10.
Our grief is enormous, and her loss comes as a shock to our family—we truly believed we had more time. Marie, our beloved “Ree” was the heart of our family in...
Chong Chon Dome
Jun 3, 2026
McBee, S.C.
It is with sad hearts that we announce the death of Chong Chon Dome age 83. Ms. Dome passed away on June 3, 2026 at her residence.
Ms. Dome was born in South Korea and lived for several years in the McBee area.
She had no family in this area but had two close friends Jerry and Frieda Goodman and she...
Johnathan Campbell
May 21, 2026
Johnathan Marcel Campbell
May 28, 1982 – May 21, 2026
Johnathan Marcel Campbell, age 43, passed away on May 21, 2026, just one week before his 44th birthday. Though his time with us was cut short, he will be remembered by those who knew and loved him.
Johnathan was preceded in death by his mother, Martine Lackey, whose memory remained close to his...
Tina Melissa Stephens
May 21, 2026
McBee, SC
On May 21st, 2026, Tina Melissa Stephens entered into the gates of heaven, leaving behind a family who loved her deeply and will miss her dearly.
Born to the late Jesse “Cheeseburger” Stephens and late Patsy Stephens of McBee, SC on January 24th, 1969, Tina loved her family more than anything else in this world and...
Michael Donovan Hopkins
May 20, 2026
Michael Donovan Hopkins, 78, of Matthews, NC died May 20, 2026.
Mike was born in Sumter SC and spent most of his life in Bishopville, SC before moving to Fort Mill SC and finally to Matthews NC. He worked for several dying and finishing textile companies in South and North Carolina before retiring. His favorite pastime was a good round of...
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