Obituaries
Calvin Wilson
Jul 21, 2022
Mr. Calvin A. Wilson, son of the late Elder Jesse Wilson and Mrs. Viola O’Bryant Wilson was born July 2, 1940, in Philadelphia, PA. He was called into eternal rest on Thursday July 21, 2022, after an extended illness.
He was a graduate of Wilson High School class of 1958 and attended Morehouse College his freshman year. He then transferred...
Richard Ellison
Jul 16, 2022
Mr. Richard Allen Ellison better known to some as “Skippy” was born on October 30, 1955 to the late Leroy and Florine Wilson Ellison in Florence, SC. He departed this life on Saturday, July 16th at 10:30 pm at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.
Richard attended Holmes Elementary School, and graduated from McClenaghan High School in 1974. His...
Michael Gregg
Jul 13, 2022
On Wednesday, July 13, 2022, after a life well lived, Mr. Michael David Gregg departed this earthly life. Michael was born on July 6, 1970, to the late Paul and Emma Lee Gregg in Darlington, South Carolina.
Michael, an avid Pittsburg Steelers fan graduated from Wilson High School in 1989, and began his career in the funeral industry at...
Ernest Brunson
Jul 13, 2022
Mr. Ernest B. Brunson, son of the late Lee Ernest Brunson and Mertha Mae Canty Brunson was born in Clarendon County, South Carolina on October 5, 1946. He passed away on Wednesday, July 13, 2022.
The Brunson family relocated to Miami, Florida where Ernest attended Dade County Public School Systems and was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School.
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William Gallashaw
Jul 10, 2022
Mr. William Donovan “Donny” Gallashaw, the son of the late Cynthia Gallashaw Sellers was born May 5, 1983 in Florence, South Carolina. He departed this life on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at his residence.
William affectionately called “Donny” was educated in the Public School System of Florence County.
William was formerly employed with Foot Action and Pro Image until his...
Helen Terry
Jun 27, 2022
Mrs. Helen Maria Brown Terry was born in Mannboro, Virginia on October 13, 1933, and was the daughter of the late Deacon George Lee and Deaconess Lou Giles Brown. She departed this life on Monday, June 27, 2022.
Helen loved the Lord and gave her life to Christ at an early age. She was a member of Branches Runn Baptist...
Willie Mae Cusack
Jun 22, 2022
Mrs. Willie Mae Gibbs Cusack was born on October 30, 1933 to the late Alice B. Haynes and the late John Henry (Sarah) Gibbs . On Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at Honorage Nursing Center she heard the Master’s call and entered into eternal rest.
She attended the Public Schools of Florence County after which she dedicated her life to nurturing...
James Morgan, Jr.
Jun 19, 2022
Mr. James Antonio “LJ” Morgan, Jr., the son of Nina Mae Dunham and James Antonio Morgan, Sr. was born January 10, 2005 in Florence, South Carolina. He departed this earthly life on Sunday, June 19, 2022.
James affectionately called “LJ” attended Florence County Schools to include Alfred Rush Academy.
James will always be remembered for having an outstanding personality, being...
Polly Leak
Jun 18, 2022
Ms. Polly Ruth Harrison Leak was born one of ten children to the late James McKinley Harrison, Sr. and the late Mae Rozalene Cain Harrison on August 24, 1951. She departed this earthly life on June 18, 2022.
She attended Gibbs Elementary School and Gibbs High School in Pamplico, South Carolina and was a Class of 1973 Hannah-Pamplico High...
Paul A. Daniels
Jun 17, 2022
God in his infinite wisdom is keenly aware when one of his children has grown tired of this tedious earthly journey. For we know that if our earthly house of his tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God. There is an open gate through which each must go alone. “There is a light we cannot see; our father...
Brenda Korn
Jun 12, 2022
Brenda Sue Korn of Kingstree died Sunday, June 12, 2022. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.
Please keep the family of Brenda Sue Korn in your thoughts and prayers.
Wellington Wilder, Jr.
Jun 12, 2022
Wellington’s Necrology
Mr. Wellington Wilder, Jr., born March 1, 1951 in Florence, South Carolina to Ola M. Robinson-Wilder and Wellington Wilder, Sr. was affectionately known as “Junior” to his family and people of his hometown. His nieces and nephews delighted in calling him ‘Uncle Junior.”
All in Florence knew him as a church going child who was also intrigued by...
Amanda Crawford
Jun 4, 2022
Amanda Crawford was born July 10, 1980, to Linda Crawford-Taylor and Elijah Brown in Marion, South Carolina.
Amanda was educated in Marion County Public School System and was a graduate of the Britton Neck High School, Class of 1999. She furthered her education at Denmark Technical College and studied Early Childhood Development.
Amanda was very loving and affectionate to everyone...
Elma Lee McAllister
Jun 1, 2022
On September 15, 1930, a woman with the true heart of a servant was born in the form of Elma Lee Gibbs to the late Hosea Gibbs, Sr. and Mary Eliza Robinson. She attended McKnight Grammar School and Wilson High School where she would receive her high school diploma. A lifelong desire to become a nurse was put on hold when...
James E. Richardson, Sr.
Jun 1, 2022
James Edward “Jimmy” Richardson, Sr. was born in Lee County, South Carolina to Willie and Calperta Richardson on July 17, 1944. He departed this earth to be with the King on June 1, 2022.
James also known as, “Jimmy” was educated in Darlington County Public School System.
James a faithful member of New Beginning Christian Outreach Ministries and was appointed...
Joshua McPherson
May 29, 2022
Mr. Joshua Kendell McPherson , an Angel granted by God, affectionally known as “Big Bubba,” was born March 21, 2005 to Alicia McPherson and Marcus Kelly in Florence, South Carolina. On Sunday, May 29, 2022, Joshua transitioned to his resting place at Conway Regional Medical Center, in Conway, South Carolina. Although our time was cut short, our hearts will forever...
Baby Isabella Wilds
May 24, 2022
On January 25, 2022, God granted Sacelia Elyse Rowe and Quincy Jarod Wilds an angel by the name of Isabella “Bella” Lenae Wilds.
Although our time was cut short, our hearts will forever be filled with joy and honor because we were able to be graced with her beautiful presence for almost four wonderful months.
Bella was preceded in death...
Minister Martha Graham
May 23, 2022
Minister Martha “Terry” Hatcher Graham, the daughter of the late Daniel Hatcher and the late Catherine (William) Ketter was born September 24, 1958 in Hartsville, South Carolina. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, May 23, 2022.
Martha was educated in Darlington County Schools and was a Class of 1977 graduate from Hartsville High School. ...
Joseph Reyes
May 22, 2022
Joseph Reyes of Winnsboro, SC formerly of Florence, SC died Sunday, May 22, 2022. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.
Please keep the family of Joseph Reyes in your thoughts and prayers.
Minister Isabella Smith
May 7, 2022
Minister Isabella Smith was born on October 15, 1926 in Florence County, South Carolina, to the late Lillie Thomas Franks Davis Addison and the late Hesikiah Addison. Her mother died when she was two years old and she was raised by her great grand aunt, the late Sallie Edwards.
Minister Smith was married to the late Deacon Elliott Smith, Sr. ...
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