Obituaries

Baby Messiah J. McElveen

Baby Messiah J. McElveen

Feb 7, 2024

Baby Messiah Jakai McElveen of Florence transitioned on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Baby Messiah Jakai McElveen in your thoughts and prayers.

Hallie P. Brockington

Hallie P. Brockington

Feb 4, 2024

Mr. Hallie Phillip “Brock” Brockington was born to the late Willie and Bonnie K. Washington Brockington on December 6, 1955 in Darlington, South Carolina. He was the youngest of five children. He peacefully departed this life at his home on Sunday, February 4, 2024.

 

Hallie Brockington moved to New York and was raised in the Bronx on College Avenue. He attended Taft High...

Damon D. Jackson, Jr.

Damon D. Jackson, Jr.

Jan 28, 2024

Mr. Damon Damar Jackson, Jr., the son of Harriett Shields and Damon Damar Jackson, Sr. was born July 25, 2005, in Florence, South Carolina. He sadly left us on Sunday, January 28, 2024. 

Damon, affectionately called “RED” was a proud Class of 2023, graduate of Wilson High School. 

Damon displayed his athletic ability by playing football and baseball. He was a distinguished...

Bishop Jimmy C. Brown

Bishop Jimmy C. Brown

Jan 26, 2024

A Disciple of Him “who gave Himself for us, an offering and sacrifice to God”

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith;” - II Timothy 4:7

Bishop Jimmy Brown, Sr, 80 years old, was born on August 21,1943, at Saint Eugene hospital in Dillon, South Carolina to the late King Brown...

Dorothy S. Williams

Dorothy S. Williams

Jan 14, 2024

Dorothy Lee Smalls Williams of Baltimore, MD and formerly of Florence, SC transitioned on Sunday January 14, 2024. Funeral Arrangements will be announced by March Funeral Homes of Baltimore, Maryland. You may also share condolences at https://www.marchfh.com/obituaries/Dorothy-Williams-135/#!/TributeWall

Local announcement has been made by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

She was predeceased by her parents, Louis Nathaniel Smalls and Sarah Garland Smalls;...

Julia B. Mack

Julia B. Mack

Jan 14, 2024

Mrs. Julia Bell Jackson Mack was born to the late Mingo and Almeta Jackson on September 13, 1930, in Florence County, South Carolina. She was called into eternal rest at her home on Sunday, January 14, 2024. Julia attended schools in the Florence County School System. Her life’s work was caregiving. In addition to caring for many family members, she worked...

James Eaddy, Jr.

James Eaddy, Jr.

Jan 10, 2024

James “Bubba” Eaddy, Jr. was born on September 1, 1941 in Florence, South Carolina. He was the son of the late Mr. James “Jimmy” Eaddy, Sr. and the late Mrs. Mount Eva Lewis Eaddy. He departed this earthly home on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at McLeod Hospital in Florence, SC.

James attended the Florence County Public Schools. He was...

Ralpheen M. Gregg

Ralpheen M. Gregg

Jan 9, 2024

MRS. RALPHEEN M. GREGG, a daughter of the late Willie "Bubba" Milling and Mrs. Challine Milling was born on August 22, 1943, in Darlington County.  She quietly entered into her final resting place on Tuesday morning, January 9, 2024 at her home.

She was preceded in death by one brother and three sisters.

Ralpheen received her formal education in the Darlington...

Elder Eddie L. Thomas, Sr.

Elder Eddie L. Thomas, Sr.

Jan 7, 2024

Eddie Lee Thomas, Sr. was born on March 20, 1956, in the McLeod Infirmary in Florence, SC. He was the son of the late Evangelist Esther Thomas and the late Edward L. Hedrick. He was raised primarily by his late Grandmother, Janie Moore Thomas. He departed this life peacefully at the age of 67 on January 7, 2024, at McLeod...

Barbara L. Frazier

Barbara L. Frazier

Dec 29, 2023

Barbara LaSandra Frazier of Florence transitioned on Friday, December 29, 2023. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.Please keep the family of Barbara LaSandra Frazier in your thoughts and prayers.

Larry McCullum

Larry McCullum

Dec 28, 2023

Larry McCullum of Florence transitioned on Thursday, December 28, 2023. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Larry McCullum in your thoughts and prayers.

Emma C. Kinard

Emma C. Kinard

Dec 27, 2023

Ms. Emma Catherine Lorraine Kinard was born on December 12, 1953, in Dallastown, Pennsylvania.

Emma passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2023.

She was the daughter of the late Emma Catherine Lorraine Saylor and the late George William Henry Kinard, Sr.

Emma was the sister of the late George William Henry Kinard, Jr.

She leaves to cherish her precious memories:...

Ronnie Cain

Ronnie Cain

Dec 26, 2023

Mr. Ronnie Cain, the son of the late Wilbert Cain Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Gregg Cain, passed away from his earthly life on December 26, 2023. Ronnie was fortunate to be raised in the multi-generational home of his maternal grandparents, the late Mr. Leon and Reolia Gregg. Aunts, uncles, siblings, and cousins all walking and playing between houses and yards...

Charles E. Davis, Sr.

Charles E. Davis, Sr.

Dec 23, 2023

Deacon Charles Edward Davis, Sr. was born May 5, 1929 to the late Duckom and Daisy Davis in the city of Graniteville, South Carolina. He passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023.

Deacon Davis was formally educated in the Public School System in Aiken County, South Carolina. Later, he joined the United States Navy and after serving his tenure, he was...

Alphonso Hyman

Alphonso Hyman

Dec 22, 2023

To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under the heaven; a time to be born and a time to die; a time to plant and time to pluck up that which is planted.

Ecclesiastes 3:12

 

A Time to be Born

Mr. Alphonso Hyman was affectionately known as “Al”, “Daddy”, “Da”, “Pappy”, “Pap”, and “Uncle...

Randy G. Harrison

Randy G. Harrison

Dec 21, 2023

Mr. Randy Gene Harrison, the son of the late John Wesley and Mary Lee Cato Harrison was born August 13, 1959, in Florence, South Carolina. He transitioned this life on Thursday, December 21, 2023.

Randy acquired his formal education through Florence County Public School System. He loved to cook as well as eating many delicious foods. He loved his movies,...

Delarwn L. Myers

Delarwn L. Myers

Dec 20, 2023

Mr. Delarwn Lavoris Myers, the son of Deborah Berry and Nicholas Myers was born December 17, 1979, in Florence, South Carolina. He transitioned this life on Wednesday, December 20, 2023.

Delarwn, better known to some as “Elmo,” lived a fulfilling life in his younger years. He enjoyed many sports activities, with baseball and football being his favorites. Delarwn attended Florence...

Lashaun M. Cade

Lashaun M. Cade

Dec 17, 2023

Ms. LaShaun Monique “Lucy or NeNe” Cade, the daughter of Amy Timmons McWhite and Herbert McFadden, was born on December 15, 1980 in Florence, South Carolina. LaShaun, at the age of 43, passed away at MUSC Health Florence Medical Center on Sunday, December 17, 2023.

LaShaun attended Florence Public Schools in Florence, South Carolina and graduated from South Florence High...

Eric G. Baker

Eric G. Baker

Dec 17, 2023

Eric G. Baker of Florence transitioned on Sunday, December 17, 2023. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Eric G. Baker in your thoughts and prayers.

Shirley A. Williamson

Shirley A. Williamson

Dec 14, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ms. Shirley Williamson, who left this world on December 14, 2023. Born on January 5, 1965, Shirley lived a vibrant and spirited life, touching the lives of many with her kind heart and warm spirit.

Shirley is survived by her loving daughters Deetra Jenkins and ShaDawn Stephens, who were...

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