Obituaries

Dr. James Wairimu

Dr. James Wairimu

Apr 25, 2021

Obituary:Dr. James Gitau Wairimu, was born on March 21, 1990, in Nairobi Kenya. He was the last born child/son to the late Teresia Wairimu Gitau. He was a brother to Margaret Nduta Wairumu, Jane Wanjiru Wairimu and the late John Gachoka,

Education:Dr. James Wairimu completed his primary school education in Ruai Primary school and proceeded to Kiruri high school for his...

Carol L. Woodbury

Carol L. Woodbury

Apr 17, 2021

Carol LaShawn McCoy Woodbury was born in Florence County on July 29, 1972, a daughter of Deacon Buford & the late Mrs. Margaret Waters. She transitioned to her new life on April 17, 2021 at McLeod Hospice House.

“Shawn,” as she was affectionately called, was educated in the public schools of Florence South Carolina, and was a 1991 graduate of...

Jacqueline Benberry

Jacqueline Benberry

Apr 8, 2021

Jacqueline Juliette Alexander Benberry was born into the union of the late James Alexander and the late Alice “Jack” Robinson Alexander in Florence, South Carolina on August 14th 1948. Born prematurely, she often recounted being carried around on a pillow by her adoring mother. Known to family and friends as Jackie, she was entered and won prizes in two different...

Glenn  Smith, Sr.

Glenn Smith, Sr.

Apr 6, 2021

Mr. Glenn Edward Smith Sr. affectionately known as "Joe or Uncle Joe", husband of the Late Florine Pinckney Smith was born on October 2, 1941, to the late Mary G. and David Smith Sr. left this earthly life on Tuesday, April 6, 2021.

Glenn was a graduate of Wilson High School 1959. He was employed over twenty years with Nucor Steel...

Edward  Williams , Sr.

Edward Williams , Sr.

Apr 4, 2021

Mr. Edward Williams, Sr. the son of the late Arthur Williams, Sr. and the late Gertrude Smith was born in Patterson, New Jersey on December 19, 1049. He departed this earthly life on Sunday, April 4, 2021.

Edward attended Elementary and High School in New Newton, New Jersey and was a proud graduate of Newton High School.

Edward joined the...

Elizabeth McClellan

Elizabeth McClellan

Mar 29, 2021

Elizabeth McClellan of Florence, South Carolina died Monday, March 29, 2021.

Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Elizabeth McClellan in your thoughts and prayers.

Whitt Carroll

Whitt Carroll

Mar 28, 2021

Mr. Whitt Carroll, “Bup” or “Bup -Bup” as he was affectionally called by his family, was born on August 22, 1930 to the late Georgia “Gilchrist” Carroll and Henry C. Carroll in Greenwood, South Carolina. He entered eternal rest on Sunday, March 28, 2021.Upon coming of age, Whitt left the serene, warm, peaceful Palmetto State for the hustle and bustle...

Queenie Mae Bailey

Queenie Mae Bailey

Mar 26, 2021

Mrs. Queenie Mae Gaddy Bailey the daughter of the late Robert Brown and Mary Gaddy was born in Dillon, South Carolina on May 11, 1921. She departed this earthly world to gain her heavenly reward on Friday, March 26, 2021.

Mrs. Queenie Mae Bailey was a strong and devoted Christian who loved the Lord and all she came in contact with...

Lena  Mae Law

Lena Mae Law

Mar 25, 2021

Lena Mae Smalls Law, the daughter of the Late Louis Nathaniel Smalls and the Late Sarah Garland Smalls was born February 27, 1938 in Mars Bluff, South Carolina in the midst of a lovely, caring and close-knit Christian family. On Thursday, March 25, 2021, she went from labour to rewards.

Lena was affectionately known by immediate family members as Frick and...

Lillian Williams

Lillian Williams

Mar 25, 2021

Lillian Williams of Brooklyn, New York died Thursday, March 25, 2021. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Mrs. Lillian Williams in your thoughts and prayers.

James Lee Dargan

James Lee Dargan

Mar 23, 2021

James Lee Dargan was born on October 5, 1948 in Florence, South Carolina to the late Bertha (Albert) Conner and the late Charles Dargan.

James attended the Public Schools of Florence County. He was employed at Socar and Nucor Steel Mills for many years. James was also well known as a Mechanic throughout the Florence area until his health declined.

James was...

Dan Williams, Sr.

Dan Williams, Sr.

Mar 22, 2021

Mr. Dan Louis Williams, Sr., son of the late Amos Williams, Sr. and Annie Mae Brown was born on February 28, 1940 in Darlington, South Carolina.

Dan affectionately called “Mr. Dan” by family and friends entered eternal rest on Monday, March 22, 2021.

Dan attended Darlington County Public Schools and was a proud 1959 graduate of Mayo High School.

Dan was a faithful...

Freddie Lee Williams, Jr.

Freddie Lee Williams, Jr.

Mar 22, 2021

Mr. Freddie Williams, Jr. was born in Newark, New Jersey on May 30, 1974. He departed this life on Monday, March 22, 2021, at his adoptive home in Bakersfield, California.

In 1980, Freddie along with his parents and siblings migrated to Florence, South Carolina, from Mouth Vernon, New York; he began his formal education at Timrod Elementary School in Florence, South...

Chrishelle  Brooks

Chrishelle Brooks

Mar 20, 2021

Ms. Chrishelle B. Brooks, the daughter of Emma Jean Winston and Randolph Brooks was born July 19, 1968 in Florence, South Carolina. She passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 20, 2021.

At an early age, Chrishelle along with her family relocated to Meriden, Connecticut. She gained a formal education at John Barry Elementary School and George Washington High School in Connecticut....

Celeste  Myers

Celeste Myers

Mar 17, 2021

Mrs. Celeste Myers was born November 6, 1942, the daughter of the late George Spears and Annie Lou Blaine Spears. She passed away Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at home.

Born and raised in Florence County, Celeste attended the Elementary Schools and was a proud Class of 1960 graduate of Wilson High School.

At an early age, Celeste received Christ and joined...

Una  Foster

Una Foster

Mar 17, 2021

Mrs. Una Foster of Florence, South Carolina died Wednesday, March 17, 2021. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Mrs. Una Foster in your thoughts and prayers.

Andrew  McQueen

Andrew McQueen

Mar 13, 2021

Mr. Andrew McQueen of Florence, South Carolina died Saturday, March 13, 2021. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family or Mr. Andrew McQueen in your thoughts and prayers.

Mary  Eaddy

Mary Eaddy

Mar 5, 2021

Mrs. Mary Alice Packer Eaddy was born to the late Spencer and Mildred Packer on May 26, 1947 in Florence, South Carolina. She was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 5, 2021.

She was a proud graduate of Wilson High School and Florence-Darlington Technical College. She worked for many years for The Florence Morning News and the...

Walter  Douglas

Walter Douglas

Mar 4, 2021

“Sonny” as he was affectionately called by family and friends, was the son of the late Willie Boyd Daniels and the late Josephine (Lacy) Douglas Seals. He was born in Florence County on July 12, 1947. He departed this life on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at McLeod Regional Medical Center.

Sonny attended the Public Schools of Florence County. He was a...

Tommy  Hyman

Tommy Hyman

Mar 3, 2021

Tommy Lee “Ice Man” Hyman was born May 12, 1963, the son of the late James and Minnie Black Hyman. He departed his life on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at McLeod Regional Medical Center, Florence, South Carolina.

He was educated at Wilson High School and was a member of the Class of 1982. He was a member of the Wilson Tigers...