Recent Obituaries
Wendy Johnson Smith
Jun 30, 2025
Hartsville, S.C.
Mrs. Wendy Johnson Smith, age 63 passed away June 30 at her residence with her loving family by her side.
Wendy was born in Hartsville a daughter of the late Sam Johnson and Doris Beasley Johnson. She retired from Wal Mart after 19 years of Service.
Surviving is her husband, Thomas Marion (Tommy) Smith, Hartsville; two sons, Justin Smith, Hartsville and...
Henry Franklin "Frank" Watkins, Sr.
Jun 29, 2025
Henry Franklin (Frank) Watkins, Sr., age 78, of Hartsville SC, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2025 while in comfort care at McLeod Hospice House.
Born on October 20, 1946, in Chesterfield County, Frank was the son of the late Thomas Clifton Watkins and the late Verlie E Curtis Watkins Jones. He was a very intelligent man, self-taught in Chemistry...
Jerry Lee Moore, II
Jun 29, 2025
Darlington, SC
With heavy hearts, we regretfully announce the passing of Mr. Jerry Lee Moore, II. Jerry passed away early Sunday morning, June 29th, 2025, at the age of 47.
Mr. Moore was born in Hartsville, a son of Jerry Lee Moore and the late Violet Jeanette Moore. Jerry, a devoted husband, and father was a good man...
Jerome Daniel "Danny" Kirkland
Jun 29, 2025
Jerome Daniel "Danny" Kirkland, born on January 22, 1957, transitioned to eternal rest on June 29, 2025, at the age of 68. A man of remarkable character and unwavering dedication, Danny was not only a skilled mechanic but also an emblem of love and resilience, having proudly served at Pee Dee Fleet until his retirement, where he earned the affectionate...
Margie Riley Gainey
Jun 25, 2025
The following obituary is being posted by Norton Funeral Home as a courtesy to local family and friends of Mrs. Gainey. All services have been entrusted to Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield.
Hartsville, SC
Mrs. Margie Brower Riley Gainey, age 84, entered into rest on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. A Celebration of Life Funeral service will be 6:00 PM Monday, June 30,...
Chelsea Crowley
Jun 25, 2025
In the embrace of loving memories and shared laughter, we gather to celebrate the life of Chelsea Crowley, who departed this world on June 25, 2025, at Prisma Health Children's Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. Born on October 13, 2009, Chelsea was a radiant light whose joyful spirit touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Chelsea...
Brenda Elaine Chandler
Jun 23, 2025
Hartsville, SC
We regret to inform you of the passing of Mrs. Brenda Elaine Chandler. Brenda passed away while at home on Monday evening, June 23rd, 2025, at the age of 53.
A native of Hartsville, she was a daughter of the late Joel Leslie & Elizabeth Kay Bradshaw Dixon. Brenda enjoyed animals, and loved spending time with...
Ellen Stephens Brown
Jun 21, 2025
Ellen Brown of Lucknow passed gently from this life on June 21st at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence. An eighth- generation and life-long South Carolinian, she was 85 years old. The first of five children, Ellen was born and raised in the Shamrock Community near Bethune by her parents, Jack and Frances Ingram Stephens. Growing up, she never much...
Barbara Jean Hylla
Jun 20, 2025
Hartsville, SC
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Barbara Jean Hylla. Barbara, 76, passed away Friday evening, June 20th, 2025, while at home with her family.
Mrs. Hylla was born in Rome, NY, a daughter of the late William C. & Fay Machamer Smith. When remembering Barbara’s life, her children remember how...
Randy Joe Howle
Jun 20, 2025
Society Hill, S.C.
It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Randy Joe Howle. Randy was born in Hartsville a son of Mrs. Joyce Spence Howle and the late Lawrence Wilson Howle. He was a Truck Driver
Surviving is his mother, Joyce Spence Howle, Society Hill; one son, Corey (Taylor) Howle, Cassatt; one daughter, Megan Howle, Lumberton, N.C.; one...
Heidi Michelle Robertson
Jun 19, 2025
Bishopville, SC
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ms. Heidi Michelle Robertson. Heidi, 54, passed away Thursday morning, June 19th, 2025, while at MUSC Health – Florence, with her family by her side.
Heidi, a resident of Lee County, was a daughter of the late Curtis Mitchell Robertson & Patsy Hudson Thompson. She...
Roy Fate Winburn, Jr.
Jun 17, 2025
Hartsville, SC
With heavy hearts, but with gratefulness to God, we announce the passing of Roy Fate Winburn, Jr. Roy, a true servant to his family and friends, went home to be with his Lord and rejoin his family on Tuesday morning, June 17th, 2025, at the age of 85.
Mr. Winburn was born in Darlington County, a...
Mr. Charlie Stephens
Jun 14, 2025
James Charlie Stephens, surrounded by loved ones, entered into heaven on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the age of 84.He leaves a legacy through his wife of 56 years, Patsy (Pat) Stephens; daughter Julie Stephens Immanuel (Andrew) of Guam; son Charles Paul Stephens (Andrea) of Bethune; and eight grandchildren: Samuel Immanuel, Rachel Stephens Wise (Kaleb), Nathanael Immanuel, Anna Grace Stephens,...
Lonnie Wayne (Mac) McCutchen II
Jun 12, 2025
Gastonia, N.C.
Lonnie Wayne (Mac) McCutchen II, passed away June 12, 2025 at the age of 53. Mac was living and working in Gastonia, N.C. at the time of his death.
Mac was born May 11, 1972 in Florence a son of Shirley Marlow McCutchen and the late Wayne McCutchen. He graduated from Hartsville High School in 1990 and was employed as...
Maxine Mullis Johnson
Jun 10, 2025
Maxine Mullis Johnson, 71, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025, at 5:07 a.m. at MUSC in Charleston, South Carolina.
Born on August 15, 1953, in Rockingham, North Carolina, Maxine was the daughter of the late Max Maniway Mullis and Faye Knight Mullis. She was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, caring sister, and faithful friend to many.
Maxine leaves behind...
Gary James Wilkes
Jun 3, 2025
Hartsville, South Carolina
Mr. Gary James Wilkes passed away Tuesday evening, June 3rd, 2025, at the age of 54.
A native of Chesterfield County, Mr. Wilkes was a son of the late Willie & Shirley Outlaw Wilkes. Gary enjoyed spending time outdoors, working in the yards and on tractors. Although he loved his family in general, HIS GREATEST...
Mrs. Billie Warren Horton
Jun 3, 2025
Mrs. Billie Warren Horton, born on July 1, 1942, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, at McLeod Hospital in Florence, South Carolina. She was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Pine Ridge and leaves behind a legacy rich in love and cherished memories.
Billie’s passion for family was the cornerstone of her life. She adored spending time...
Richard Dennis Clark
Jun 3, 2025
Hartsville, S.C.
Mr. Richard Dennis Clark, age 68, US Navy Retired, passed away June 3 at Carolina Pines RMC.
Richard was born in Hartsville a son of the late William Charles Clark and Doris Freeman Clark. He retired from the Navy after 20 years of Service. He loved the Clemson Tigers.
Surviving are one daughter, Alyssa (Bernard Livergood) Clark, Hartsville; two grandchildren, Katielynn...
Charles Stevenson (Steve) Jeffords
Jun 2, 2025
A Celebration of Life
Charles Stevenson “Steve” Jeffords
8-17-51
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held Friday June 6, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Chapel of Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Kevin Walters will officiate. A visitation will be held following the service.
Steve went to his heavenly home on June 2, 2025. He was a wonderful example to his wife Hibby’s...
Robert Michael Hartley, Jr.
Jun 1, 2025
Hartsville, S.C.
It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Michael Hartley, Jr. Michael passed away June 1 at Carolina Pines RMC.
Michael was born in Portsmouth, VA a son of the late Robert Michael Hartley, Sr. and Linda Osman Hartley. Michael served in the United States Army as a young man. He loved to enjoy good food...
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