Obituaries

Donald B. Parsons

Donald B. Parsons

May 27, 2025

Donald Bruce Parsons of Florence transitioned on Tuesday, May 28, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Donald Bruce Parsons in your thoughts and prayers.

Willie L. Stuckey

Willie L. Stuckey

May 23, 2025

Willie Lee Stuckey of Effingham transitioned on Friday, May 23, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Family will receive friends daily from 2 PM - 9 PM at 2716 Degoat Road, Effingham, SC.

Please keep the family of Willie Lee Stuckey in your thoughts and prayers.

Jake C. Kirk

Jake C. Kirk

May 18, 2025

Jake Curtis "J.C." Kirk of Columbia transitioned on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the Jake Curtis "J.C." Kirk in your thoughts and prayers.

Tony C. Eley

Tony C. Eley

May 18, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Tony Carlton Eley, a beloved son, brother, father, nephew, cousin, and friend.

Tony was born on August 28, 1962 in Suffolk, VA to the late Elsie Eley and Royal C. Eley, Sr.

Tony received his education from Windsor High School. He was employed by Amusement of America as an electrician for...

Antonette M. Keitt

Antonette M. Keitt

May 16, 2025

Antonette Marie Keitt of Florence transitioned on Friday, May 16, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Antonette Marie Keitt in your thoughts and prayers.

Lt. Col. (Retired) Jasper S. Reaves

Lt. Col. (Retired) Jasper S. Reaves

May 15, 2025

Lt. Col. (Retired) Jasper Stanley Reaves of Atlantic City, NJ transitioned on Thursday, May 15, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Lt. Col. (Retired) Jasper Stanley Reaves in your thoughts and prayers.

Betty Y. Ward

Betty Y. Ward

May 15, 2025

Betty Young Ward of Florence transitioned on Thursday, May 15, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Betty Young Ward in your thoughts and prayers.

Monica Shaw

Monica Shaw

May 13, 2025

Ms. Monica Shaw was born October 24, 1965 in Rochester, NY to the late Ms. Essie Mae Shaw. Monica transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 in Florence, SC while in the care of McLeod Hospital.

She spent her early years in Rochester, NY and eventually moved south to Kingstree, South Carolina with her mother, older sister...

Melvin A. Gibson

Melvin A. Gibson

May 11, 2025

Melvin Anthony Gibson, our beloved son, father, nephew, cousin, and friend,passed away on May 11th, 2025. "Mel-G," as he was affectionately known, wasborn on April 18th, 1986, to Melvin and Lucy Muldrow in Florence, South Carolina.

Melvin attended South Florence High School and later obtained his welding certification from Florence-Darlington Technical College. A man of many talents, Melvin was a true...

Regina F. McKnight

Regina F. McKnight

May 9, 2025

Mrs. Regina Levette Fleming McKnight, the daughter of Lillian Fleming and the late Ingram Jenkins was born March 14, 1970 in East Orange, New Jersey. She transitioned to her eternal resting place on Friday, May 9, 2025.

Regina and her family relocated to Lake City, South Carolina in October 2001. Her formal education began in East Orange, New Jersey and she...

Shirley J. Alford-McDaniel

Shirley J. Alford-McDaniel

May 2, 2025

Shirley Jean Alford McDaniel, affectionately known as “Shane”, was born August 2, 1954 to Elease McCray and Joe Brown, Sr. She passed away from this earthly life on Friday, May 2, 2025.

Her mother passed when she was just seven (7) years old. She was then raised by her Aunt Corien Burgess Jackson, who preceded her in death.

Shirley attended public school...

Wilbur Muldrow, Jr.

Wilbur Muldrow, Jr.

Apr 30, 2025

Mr. Wilbur "Junebug" Muldrow, Jr. was born on November 24, 1936 to the late Wilbur and Chole Muldrow in Florence, SC.

He peacefully made his transition into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

Wilbur affectionately called "Junebug" was educated in the public schools of Florence, SC.

He was employed with Roger Williams Refrigerator for over 20 yrs as well as the Gangplank...

Lillie R. Fulton

Lillie R. Fulton

Apr 29, 2025

Although our hearts are aching, we do not grieve like those who have no hope, for our hope is in the Lord. Thus, we celebrate and rejoice in the life of Lillie Fulton who ended her earthly race on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.

We thank God for sustaining her for 94 years and allowing her to see her children become seasoned...

Paul A. Morris

Paul A. Morris

Apr 24, 2025

Paul Albert Morris, 78, of Veteran Village, Florence, SC peacefully died on April 24, 2025.

Paul was born on May 12, 1946, in Oneida, NY. He is the son of the late Albert R Morris and Sarah C Morris, sister of Deborah M Casey, and brother-in-law of the late Michael J Casey.

Paul attended Clemson University, enlisted in the US Navy where...

Michael T. Law

Michael T. Law

Apr 18, 2025

Michael Law was the cherished eldest son of the late Joseph Law, Jr. and Lena Mae Smalls Law. He was born on December 30, 1958, in Florence, South Carolina, a blessing to his family and community from the very start. Michael’s life serves as a reminder that “Life is but a vapor.” He transitioned from labor to reward on April 18,...

Frances V. McClain

Frances V. McClain

Apr 17, 2025

Mrs. Frances Virginia Lee Robinson McClain affectionally known as “Fran”, was born on February 29, 1928 in Claussen, SC to the late Namon and Melvina Robinson. She departed this earthly life on April 17, 2025 at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, SC.

Fran was educated in the public schools of Florence School District One and was a graduate of Wilson...

Charles E. Graham

Charles E. Graham

Apr 17, 2025

Charles Edward “Bud“ Graham the son of the late Henry Graham and Elizabeth Brown Graham was born in Lake City, SC and attended the public schools of Florence County. Later in life he developed a relationship with Sadie Mae Graham. 

He was joined in holy matrimony to the late Martha Ann “Peanut” Graham and this union was blessed wIth three children. 

“Bud”...

Rev. Christine B. Harrison

Rev. Christine B. Harrison

Apr 15, 2025

With deep love and gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the homegoing of Reverend Christine Brown Harrison affectionately known as Yaya, who earned her wings on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

Born in Pamplico, South Carolina on March 2, 1941, Reverend Christine Harrison was the cherished daughter of the late Reverend Walter Brown and Susan Ella Canteen Brown. 

She was raised...

Roberta Mazyck

Roberta Mazyck

Apr 13, 2025

Roberta Mazyck, (affectionally called Plummie) left this world on April 13, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on October 29, 1942, in St. Stephens, South Carolina, Roberta lived a life rich in love, service, and faith.

 Roberta was the beloved daughter of the late Arthur and Beatrice Starling Mazyck. She was preceded in death by her dear brother, Frank Mazyck....

Annie M. Peace

Annie M. Peace

Apr 9, 2025

“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.”

                                                        Psalm 23:4

Mrs. Annie...